Cats in Boxes

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Explore an enchanting world of Cats in Boxes, filled with adorable cats and captivating puzzles. Each level has unique secrets and challenges. Explore and collect all the cats to complete your collection! Step into the intriguing world of cat puzzles! Solve puzzles from easy to very hard levels and discover ingenious ways to arrange the cats in boxes. Each level challenges you to find unique so…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and adorable cat designs, creating a charming aesthetic.
With 75 levels and 35 different cats to collect, the game offers plenty of content and keeps players engaged with its challenging puzzles.
The gameplay is enjoyable and relaxing, providing a good balance of challenge without being overly frustrating.

Some puzzles can be quite difficult, which may deter players who are not accustomed to puzzle games.
The music can become repetitive after extended play sessions, leading to a desire for more variety.
There is a lack of detailed descriptions or interactions for the collected cats, which could enhance the overall experience.

graphics
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their adorable aesthetic and soft color palette, creating a relaxing and cozy atmosphere. The visuals complement the well-designed puzzles, enhancing the overall experience with charming art and occasional background changes.
- “The overall aesthetic is just very nice too, the soft colors are eye-pleasing, giving it a more relaxing and cozy vibe, and it was lovely how the background occasionally changed.”
- “I love this game; it is a delightful blend of adorable graphics and challenging puzzles.”
- “Chill game but sometimes difficult, it has a nice art style and nice music.”
music
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and clean quality, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere. However, some players note that it can become repetitive after extended play sessions. Overall, it complements the game's art style and enhances the experience, especially with the addition of amusing cat sounds.
- “Chill game but sometimes difficult; it has a nice art style and beautiful music.”
- “Great game, super relaxing with very detailed cats. The calm atmosphere and clean in-game music, along with the funny cat noises when you catch them, make it a delightful experience.”
- “The only few points of critique I have is that the music gets a bit repetitive after binge-playing the levels.”
gameplay
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been positively received, with users highlighting engaging mechanics and enjoyable experiences. Many have shared their first impressions through various platforms, showcasing the game's appeal and potential for fun. Overall, the gameplay seems to resonate well with players, encouraging exploration and interaction.
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes with its dynamic mechanics.”
- “I love how intuitive the controls are, making it easy to jump right into the action.”
- “The variety of challenges and levels in the gameplay ensures that there's always something new to experience.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game manageable, with many achieving goals naturally during gameplay without the need for excessive grinding. However, some users express a desire for additional support, such as a hint button, to ease specific challenging sections.
- “It would be so helpful to have a hint button for the grinding part I briefly mentioned above.”
- “All the achievements came naturally in my playthrough, with no need for grinding.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is subtly woven into its cat-themed elements, with players appreciating the amusing cat noises and the overall lighthearted atmosphere. While the primary focus is on relaxation and detailed gameplay, the comedic aspects enhance the experience, making it enjoyable for fans of feline-themed content.
- “Perhaps my brain thought it would be a little bit funny given this is a cat-themed game.”
- “Great game, super relaxing, very detailed cats, calm atmosphere to play, a lot of levels, clean and calm in-game music, and funny cat noises when you catch them. Looking forward to seeing more A+++ games like Stray from you guys!”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's story involves a quest to collect thirty-five adorable felines, which can lead to some repetitive gameplay; however, the progress-saving feature allows players to enjoy the experience at their own pace.
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its relaxing and calm environment, enhanced by detailed cat animations and soothing music, creating an enjoyable and immersive experience. Players appreciate the lightheartedness brought by humorous cat sounds, contributing to an overall pleasant gameplay vibe.
- “Great game, super relaxing, very detailed cats, calm atmosphere to play, a lot of levels, clean and calm in-game music, and funny cat noises when you catch them. Looking forward to seeing more A+++ games like Stray from you guys!”