Curse That Magic Cat!

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Curse That Magic Cat! is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by SMU Guildhall and was released on January 6, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Magnus the Wizard has cursed you, turning you into a cat! Lift your curse and take your revenge by meowing, hiding, destroying things, and collecting spell books to break the spell. Curse That Magic Cat! is a lighthearted, single-player game made by students at SMU Guildhall.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

music2 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game is super cute and charming, with a fun concept of playing as a cat causing chaos.
It features simple yet engaging gameplay, making it suitable for short gaming sessions and enjoyable for all ages.
The visuals and sound design are appealing, and the game is free, providing good value for a light-hearted experience.

The game is quite short, with only six levels, which may leave players wanting more content.
Controls can be clunky and the AI of the wizard can be frustrating, leading to some gameplay issues.
While the game is visually charming, the graphics are simplistic and may not appeal to all players.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game are polarizing; while some players appreciate the cute and beautiful art style, others criticize the low-quality, simplistic visuals that may deter more discerning gamers. Overall, the visuals are described as charming but lacking depth, with a modern aesthetic that complements the gameplay despite its limited level design.
- “The art style and graphics of this game are really cute and beautiful.”
- “The music and visuals ooze personality.”
- “Fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “It's quite shallow and simplistic, matching the shallow and simplistic graphics.”
- “This features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is characterized by intuitive controls and a simple yet effective loop, providing a laidback and enjoyable experience. While the sneak mechanics and the concept of realistic cat interactions are praised, some players found the lack of variety and occasional glitches, such as crashes and idle characters, to be minor drawbacks. Overall, the game offers solid mechanics and charm, despite some confusion regarding specific gameplay elements.
- “Actually really solid gameplay.”
- “Intuitive controls, simple but effective gameplay loop, and you have a recipe for a great time.”
- “Six small stages, six adorable cats to unlock, realistic cat gameplay as you destroy every piece of glassware at cat-eye level, and when you're a cat, everything is at cat-eye level.”
- “I found it a bit confusing to remember which bottles did what mechanic.”
- “I experienced a few crashes during regular gameplay, and one unusual glitch where the wizard would go idle at the door instead of opening it, but the game's so small, nothing was lost with these freezes and glitches.”
- “Not a lot of gameplay variety, but the controls are really good [using a controller] and it's a simple but effective design.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music and sound design in the game are generally well-received, described as cute and fitting for the gameplay, enhancing the overall personality and charm of the experience.
- “The interactive sounds and music in this game are really cute and fitting to all the actions.”
- “The music and visuals ooze personality.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's replayability due to the randomized spawning of books in different locations with each playthrough, ensuring a fresh experience every time.
- “The books spawn in different places each time you play, which adds to the game's replayability.”
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as simple and enjoyable, with a particular appeal to cat lovers, making it accessible and entertaining for a wide audience.
- “It's simple, funny, and easy to enjoy.”
- “I'm crazy about cats and this is funny!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players report occasional crashes and glitches, such as characters becoming unresponsive and camera issues, but these do not significantly impact the overall gameplay experience due to the game's small scale.
- “I experienced a few crashes during regular gameplay, and one unusual glitch where the wizard would go idle at the door instead of opening it. However, the game's so small that nothing was lost with these freezes and glitches.”
- “The camera sometimes glitches through walls; I'm not sure if that's accidental or on purpose.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story revolves around a cat cursed by a wizard, who must collect spell books before the wizard can do so to avoid losing. Players navigate through various challenges, utilizing random abilities gained from potions, while facing the risk of being caught and having to fight their way out. The narrative is engaging and adds a whimsical touch to the gameplay.
- “You play as a cat who can jump and hide, and you can destroy potions that grant you random abilities like invisibility, speed, and teleportation. However, if you're unlucky, you might get stuck while teleporting. The controls are easy, and the story is fun: you are a cat cursed by a wizard, and you must collect spell books before he does. If he collects three before you, you lose. If he catches you, you have to fight your way out by pressing a key repeatedly.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a wholesome and satisfying experience, particularly appealing to cat lovers.
- “It feels very wholesome and satisfying for anyone who loves cats in general.”