Cats of the Ming Dynasty

About

"Cats of the Ming Dynasty" is a delightful cat-searching game set in the vibrant Chinese ink painting "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" by Qiu Ying. The game features 600 hand-drawn cats, historical settings, and characters, all blending seamlessly to create charming interactions. With over 2,000 distinct figures, this game immerses you in the social life of Suzhou during the Ming dynasty, offering a unique and enchanting experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

music10 positive mentions

The game features stunning artwork and a relaxing atmosphere, enhanced by ambient sounds and music.
With 600 unique cats to find across 6 levels, the game offers a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
The hint system and the ability to zoom in on the artwork make it enjoyable to search for cats, and the variety of meows adds charm to the experience.

Some players found the game to be on the easier side compared to other hidden object games.
The game could benefit from additional levels, as some players felt it was too short for the price.
The frequent achievement notifications can be distracting and may feel excessive to some players.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Cats of the Ming Dynasty" is described as relaxing and atmospheric, featuring traditional Chinese melodies that complement the intricate historical art. Players appreciate the soothing background sounds, including gentle nature noises and the delightful meows and purrs of the cats, creating a tranquil gaming experience. Overall, the combination of music and ambient sounds enhances the charm and immersion of the game.
- “Relaxing music, gorgeous historical art, a nice variety in cat art without any of them reused for the 600 different cats, a variation of meows and purrs when clicked on.”
- “This game not only purrs, but the ducks quack gently in the background, other birds sing, there is the soft sound of flowing water, and the classical Chinese music is a gentle background for this charming find the kitty game.”
- “The historical artwork is intricate and detailed, the music is perfect, the ambient sounds (frogs croaking, rain falling) are lovely, and the cats!”
- “The music in this game is quite repetitive and lacks variety, making it less enjoyable over time.”
- “While the background sounds are soothing, the music itself feels uninspired and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The classical Chinese music, while gentle, becomes monotonous and fails to engage the player as the game progresses.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their gorgeous and intricate artwork, effectively blending beautifully drawn cats into detailed historical scenes. Players appreciate the challenge of finding hidden objects within this visually stunning environment, although some express confusion over the game's large file size relative to its graphical demands. Overall, the combination of captivating visuals and ambient sounds enhances the gaming experience.
- “The artwork is incredible, and the cats are very well-blended into the scenery.”
- “The historical artwork is intricate and detailed, the music is perfect, the ambient sounds (frogs croaking, rain falling) are lovely, and the cats!”
- “Cute little game that combines beautiful artwork with beautifully drawn (mostly naturalistic) cats.”
- “The only point I can't understand is... why the game is over 2GB download and needs over 4GB storage... a little work with the graphics and it could be down to a few hundred MB.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing expressions of the characters, particularly the cats, which meow adorably upon discovery. Players find the quirky detail of pandas meowing to be both funny and odd, while the unique placement of each cat in humorous situations adds to the charm. Overall, the art style is praised for its humor and individuality, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “Cats meow when you find them, which is adorable; however, it was funny (and weird) that pandas also meow when you find them.”
- “Unlike some of the other entries in this category, I didn't find any lazy copy-paste; the cats all seemed very individual and precisely placed (sometimes in very funny situations!) The chirps, trills, and mews from each found cat were absolutely adorable.”
- “Pro - nice and funny art for the genre / very cheap”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its exceptional art direction and immersive music, creating a captivating and engaging experience for players.
- “Wonderful art direction and atmospheric music.”