Cats in Time

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"Cats in Time" is a 3D puzzle-adventure game where you help Professor Tim Edger find his missing cats lost in different ages, from ancient Egypt to future Tokyo. Explore 30 distinct locations, solve challenging puzzles, and discover the cutest cats hiding in unusual places. This Steam version includes new levels and more content, making it the ultimate experience for cat lovers and puzzle enthusiasts.

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Single-Player

+22

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,490 reviews

graphics92 positive mentions

stability32 negative mentions

Charming and relaxing gameplay with cute graphics and adorable cats.
Variety of puzzles that range from easy to moderately challenging, making it suitable for all ages.
Supports a good cause by donating to real cat shelters with game profits.

Many puzzles are overly simplistic, which may not satisfy experienced puzzle solvers.
Encountered bugs that can disrupt gameplay, requiring level restarts.
The hint system can sometimes provide misleading or incorrect guidance.

graphics
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
43%
2%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, low-poly style and vibrant colors, making it visually appealing, especially to younger audiences. Players appreciate the charming art design and the engaging environments that enhance the overall experience, although some note occasional bugs and a lack of resolution options. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere, complementing its puzzle mechanics.
- “The graphics are very cute, the puzzles are not too hard - just right to keep you engaged - and nothing brings as much joy as a hat-wearing cat meowing while spinning into a time-space vortex.”
- “With beautiful and low poly 3D graphics, cute cats, and a relaxing soundtrack, the game is a great choice for those who are looking for a casual and enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “The graphics are visually pleasing, with vivid colors and pop-culture references that add to the overall charm of the game.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “Edit: sometimes the graphics are bugged when viewing hints; this is, however, solved by going back to level select.”
- “The reason for this is that most of the levels feel quite similar, even with their different aesthetics based on famous eras in history, and the same puzzle mechanics are repeated regularly.”
music
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
49%
11%
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing, soothing, and fitting for the whimsical theme, enhancing the overall experience of rescuing cats across various time periods. However, many players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive and somewhat bland over time, which may detract from prolonged gameplay. Despite this, the music is often appreciated as a pleasant background element that complements the game's colorful visuals and lighthearted puzzles.
- “The game's soothing music and beautiful visuals make it the perfect way to unwind after a long day.”
- “I normally get frustrated with puzzle games, but the gameplay mixed with the music is just an absolute delight.”
- “The bright colors, soft shapes, and adorable costumes are pleasing to the eye and the music is incredibly soothing.”
- “The music is almost irritatingly repetitive, but that's the only downside to this otherwise quite enjoyable game with its colourful graphics, interesting (albeit eventually repetitive) puzzles and a superb hint system in case you're just not quite sure what to do next or you're just stumped about what the puzzle is supposed to even be, let alone how to solve it (which does happen from time to time given the occasional absence of visual clues).”
- “The game has nice visuals and color palette but the soundtrack does become repetitive if you stick in a single area/menu too often.”
- “The music part was so badly handled that I had to turn it off to avoid a headache.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
77%
4%
The gameplay of "Cats in Time" is characterized by its simple mechanics and casual puzzle-solving, making it accessible for players of all skill levels. While the puzzles are easy to understand and often revolve around finding hidden cats, some players noted a lack of challenge and repetitive mechanics across levels. Overall, the game offers a charming experience with appealing visuals and a relaxing atmosphere, though it is marred by occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
- “If you are looking for a high-quality mobile puzzle game, akin (in quality, not gameplay) to Monument Valley, with a fantastic PC port, great achievements, fun secrets, great environments, and a dev team who is using their game to save cats in their home country, then look no further than Cats in Time.”
- “The gameplay is easy to learn, the puzzles are just challenging enough to keep a player coming back for more but not so easy that you get bored easily, and the cartoon graphics are really cute and enjoyable.”
- “Cats in Time takes a lot of classic puzzle mechanics combined with hidden object elements to create a really relaxing and engaging game with beautiful animations.”
- “Additionally, the game is known to have a number of bugs that can affect gameplay and cause frustration for players.”
- “There are a handful of other bugs that affected the quality of gameplay, though which is a shame since it is such a cute game.”
- “The reason for this is that most of the levels feel quite similar, even with their different aesthetics based on famous eras in history, and the same puzzle mechanics are repeated regularly.”
stability
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Players report frustrating moments, such as freezing and confusing interactions, particularly when clicking too quickly. While the controls are generally smooth, the pervasive bugs lead many to recommend against the game due to the frequent interruptions to gameplay.
- “There are glitches galore that make it very unenjoyable.”
- “Cute game but the glitches completely ruin it.”
- “Well, in theory this is a nice game that I would love to recommend but it is so buggy that I've been close to a rage quit many times.”
humor
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its lighthearted and whimsical nature, particularly through the amusing antics and outfits of the cats. Players find the combination of funny visuals and engaging puzzles to be both entertaining and relaxing, making it suitable for all ages. Overall, the game is recommended for those who enjoy a blend of humor and logical challenges, with many noting its addictive quality.
- “I got plenty of fun from just sitting and laughing at the cats and their little outfits for a while each level.”
- “A very relaxing puzzle game; puzzles aren't too hard, music is soothing, and the cats wear funny hats!”
- “Highly recommend if you like funny, logical puzzle type games and of course cats!”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The game features minimal narrative depth, with many players noting the absence of a substantial story. However, it compensates for this with charming themes and enjoyable gameplay, including simple puzzles and side quests that enhance the experience. While not particularly challenging or innovative, the game remains engaging and satisfying for those seeking a light-hearted adventure.
- “If you're looking for a difficult puzzle game that will test your perception skills, look no further -- because the biggest enigma has been you all along, looking at the thumbnail and the trailer and believing that 'Cats in Time' is a hard-core rogue-lite souls-like experimental puzzler that stands out from the rest due to its captivating story and intriguing original mechanics.”
- “I follow cats, their story told.”
- “☐ no story”
- “No story but plenty of theme and charm more than makes up for it (or is perhaps even preferable).”
- “A variety of puzzles are represented throughout the story, although most of them will remain simple!”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The game offers decent replayability, as players can revisit levels to discover hidden postcard pieces and collect all cats, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough. However, some users feel that the overall replay value is limited, indicating a mixed reception on this aspect.
- “There's also good replay value as most players will never remember everything they did to get every cat for every level.”
- “No replay value!”
- “Decent replay value too.”
- “Each level has 3 hidden postcard pieces to find as well, adding some replayability for if you don't find them the first time.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players describe the game as a deeply emotional and wholesome experience, emphasizing its fun and stress-free nature. The engaging gameplay, combined with charming elements like a cute cat model, evokes joy and smiles, making it a personal and enjoyable journey for many. Overall, it is praised for its affordability and the positive emotional connection it fosters.
- “Since I make all my game journeys an emotional and personal experience, I want to say this right away.”
- “This cute, wholesome, engaging game had me smiling from ear to ear.”
- “A really wholesome, cheap, and fun casual puzzle game, with an active dev Discord and a cat model so derpy you'll never not melt whenever it meows.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a variety of relaxing and charming locations, enhanced by well-crafted audio that complements the visual journey from ancient Egypt to futuristic Tokyo. Players appreciate the cute, colorful environments and the overall chill vibe, which is further enriched by engaging puzzles and item-finding elements.
- “A relaxing atmosphere with good puzzles and a bit of item finding.”
- “The atmosphere is cute, colorful, and bold, with some nicely drawn environments that, although not incredibly detailed, possess a lot of charm.”
- “The audio is well-done and adds to the atmosphere of each level, as players travel from ancient Egypt to futuristic Tokyo.”
- “The levels are a nice variety of relaxing locations with very chill atmospheres.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often requiring them to repeat levels and puzzles, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the variety in scenery that alleviates the repetitiveness, many still feel that the grinding elements make the experience more laborious than fun.
- “This forced me to restart the level and it can be rather tedious to re-solve everything you just did.”
- “For me the game was more tedious than fun.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization for PC has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance and minimal visual improvement when adjusting settings. There are hopes that it may perform better on touchscreens, but the current PC experience is deemed unacceptable.
- “I can only hope it was optimized for touchscreens, since this is unacceptably bad on PC.”
- “Also, turning down those settings didn't change what the game looked like in any real way, so I'd say this wasn't very optimized for PCs.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of "Cats in Time" has been criticized as a blatant cash grab by mobile developers, with users noting that it feels more like a mobile app than a legitimate PC game. The gameplay is described as simplistic and uninspired, further fueling the perception that the developers are prioritizing profit over quality.
- “Cats in Time is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not). It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is a basic tap and drag lazy 'puzzle' game where you're presented with a 'diorama' and you have to swipe your finger on your iPhone screen to rotate each one to reveal the different mini-puzzles you need to swipe around to solve.”

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6h Median play time

7h Average play time

4-7h Spent by most gamers

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