Follow the Black Kitten

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Follow the Black Kitten is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Total and was released on January 17, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

You buy a laptop with your hands. You find an interactive collection of short stories on your laptop and something else. Or someone? What will all this lead to?

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The game features interesting short stories that provide a unique reading experience.
The pixel art style and 8-bit music create a charming atmosphere.
The inclusion of a workshop allows players to upload and explore additional stories, enhancing replayability.

The main storyline is very brief and lacks depth, leaving some players wanting more.
The kitten, which is expected to be a central character, has minimal interaction and presence in the game.
The music can become repetitive and annoying over time, detracting from the overall experience.

story
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The game's story is described as a simple and wholesome narrative centered around a cat, appealing to those seeking a light experience without heavy commitment. While the pixel art complements the retro theme, seasoned visual novel players may find the story lacking in depth and complexity. Overall, it serves more as a platform for achievements and content creation rather than a robust storytelling experience.
- “A wholesome short story, good if you want something that won't require a ton of dedication.”
- “The art goes for a pixel theme and it does it well considering the retro laptop and story-related events.”
- “You don't need to master it to pass story content... it's for an achievement.”
- “Essentially, the story is extremely simple and doesn't really possess much depth.”
- “For seasoned visual novel readers, it might lack a compelling story.”
- “It does a fine job in showcasing some light technical aspects, but it lacks an actual story.”
music
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The music in the game features charming 8-bit styled compositions that align well with its themes, though some players find the looping nature of the tracks can become repetitive and tiresome. Overall, while the music is appreciated for its nostalgic quality, it may not hold up for extended play sessions.
- “Otherwise, I liked the game; the pixel artwork is really good, and the music is really good too, but the writing isn't that intriguing.”
- “The music is a cute use of 8-bit styled music, following the themes of the game.”
- “However, the music is a loop that quickly becomes unbearable.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their high-quality pixel artwork, which enhances the overall aesthetic and complements the game's mysterious theme. Players appreciate the visual style, particularly in the context of exploring the narrative through an old laptop's files.
- “I absolutely love pixel art style games, and I love the mystery and wonder involved with getting an old laptop from a previous owner and exploring/snooping in their old files.”
- “The pixel artwork is really good.”
- “The music is really good too.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome short story, making it an appealing choice for players seeking a light-hearted experience that doesn't demand extensive commitment.
- “A wholesome short story, perfect if you want something that won't require a ton of dedication.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments; the game beautifully captures the complexities of human emotions.”
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on a straightforward concept that emphasizes exploring and reading the stories left on the machine, creating a rich narrative experience despite its minimalistic mechanics.
- “After finally getting my hands on it, I found the gameplay to be a very simple idea, small in the actual mechanics, but big in the stories left on the machine.”
- “After finally getting my hands on it, the gameplay is very simple, lacking depth, but the stories left on the machine are intriguing.”

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Follow the Black Kitten is a casual role playing game.

Follow the Black Kitten is available on PC and Windows.

Follow the Black Kitten was released on January 17, 2022.

Follow the Black Kitten was developed by Total.

Follow the Black Kitten has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Follow the Black Kitten is a single player game.

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