Fort Meow

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Fort Meow is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Upper Class Walrus and was released on June 24, 2015. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Fort Meow," build pillow forts with household items to defend against attacking cats, using grandfather clocks, toasters, and other objects. Each item costs you time before the next attack, so choose wisely and upgrade your fort as you progress. Uncover the mysteries of your grandfather's journal while keeping the feline assailants at bay.

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Audience ScoreBased on 203 reviews

story40 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Fort Meow is a charming and unique physics-based puzzle game where players build forts to protect themselves from waves of adorable cats, making for a fun and engaging experience.
The game features a cute art style and a light-hearted story that adds depth to the gameplay, keeping players entertained as they uncover the mystery behind the cats and the protagonist's grandparents.
With a variety of items to use for fort-building and different types of cats to defend against, the game offers a good mix of strategy and creativity, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.

The game is relatively short, with the main campaign taking only a couple of hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Some players have reported issues with the physics engine, leading to unpredictable outcomes where the same fort setup can yield different results, which can be frustrating.
While the game has a challenge mode, the lack of significant replayability and depth in gameplay mechanics may not justify the full price for some players.

story
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The story in "Fort Meow" is described as cute and engaging, revolving around a girl visiting her grandparents and uncovering family secrets through a journal as she defends against playful cats. While the narrative is relatively short, lasting about 2-3 hours, it adds charm to the gameplay and keeps players invested in the unfolding mystery. Overall, the story is appreciated for its lightheartedness and creativity, despite some critiques regarding its brevity and simplicity.
- “Completing each level will unlock a page in said book for you to read to get to know more about the family and the game's story.”
- “It's a very adorable little fort builder game, with an interesting twist; I didn't expect the story to go as deep as it did.”
- “The story is well made (don't expect a grand literary masterpiece though), and the art style is consistent.”
- “The story mode of the game is brief, about 2 hours, after which you unlock a challenge mode that you can keep playing.”
- “Most of the story is skippable, but some of it is unskippable, which is very annoying.”
- “The actual story of the game might not be long, but it's the gameplay that will make you stay.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally well-executed and engaging, featuring simple mechanics that allow for creativity, though it can become repetitive and lacks depth over time. While the game offers a charming premise and solid physics, many players noted that the limited variety in gameplay and strategy may lead to boredom after a few hours. Overall, it provides a fun experience, particularly in short bursts, but may not sustain long-term interest.
- “Extremely cute and engaging gameplay!”
- “The gameplay itself is easy, nothing complicated, and the levels are fairly easy to get through.”
- “The gameplay is quickly repetitious, with very limited variety and strategy.”
- “Due to the simple and somewhat repetitive gameplay, I feel the game is best played in short bursts.”
- “Fun game concept and I liked the background story, but there wasn't enough strategic depth to the choices, or enough clear interaction between the mechanics of the different items to make it stand out in its genre.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and colorful art style, featuring adorable character designs, particularly the cats. Reviewers appreciate the unique and cartoonish aesthetic, which enhances the overall cozy and family-friendly atmosphere of the game. While some mention the simplicity of the graphics, they still find them charming and well-executed, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.
- “The artwork is simple but detailed and the cats are individually cute.”
- “The art style is cute and the story was interesting, which for me was a good thing as at times I found the gameplay frustrating.”
- “Simple graphics, simple gameplay, and simple story that may be touching for some or totally stupid for others.”
- “There is a mildly interesting story, ok game design with slight challenges and variations, and decent graphics and soundtrack, but none of them are anything to rave about.”
- “The graphics are cute and well done, mildly akin to Scribblenauts, without actually looking like them.”
music
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The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a catchy jazzy soundtrack that complements the cozy atmosphere and gameplay. While some players noted repetitive tracks during gameplay, the final soundtrack is highlighted as a standout piece. Overall, the music is described as calming, fitting well with the game's aesthetic, though a few users experienced minor bugs with overlapping tracks.
- “It has a good jazzy soundtrack, a cute story, and the gameplay of fort-building is fun and tranquil.”
- “Was honestly worth playing through the whole game just for the final soundtrack!”
- “The music is great and fits the game very well.”
- “The soundtrack for the initial waves going through the story is mostly the same sort of track with mild variations; it can get a little bit annoying, but it makes for a nice background track while you're building your fort. However, the ending track is an absolute masterpiece.”
- “There is a mildly interesting story, okay game design with slight challenges and variations, and decent graphics and soundtrack, but none of them are anything to rave about.”
- “There is a bug where two different musical tracks play simultaneously (on top of each other).”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its adorably hilarious content, featuring creative and silly ideas that keep players entertained. Reviewers highlight the funny story, charming characters, and amusing gameplay mechanics, such as physics-based interactions with cats, which contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with engaging challenges, making it a delightful choice for casual play.
- “Hilarious and creative ideas and gameplay.”
- “Funny game with a funnier story.”
- “It's a fun physics fort building game, and it mixes things up with objects that have unique effects (catnip acts like a cat magnet, a lamp lowers the damage cats near it can do to your fort, laundry baskets hilariously fling cats into the distance).”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it features an endless mode and unique elements that can provide fun challenges, many players feel that the main story is too short and lacks sufficient content for extended replay. Some users appreciate the potential for replay value, but others express a desire for more substantial content to enhance the experience.
- “Yeah, sure, it was nothing special, but it was all in good fun and had a lot of replayability due to the endless mode and the RNG and the 6 unique cats.”
- “It's actually got some fun replay value too!”
- “Post-story endless mode allows for a lot of replayability and there is enough here for a good few hours of challenge and fun.”
- “Just seemed a bit short on the story and replayability.”
- “I got about 3 hours out of the main story and unlocked a challenger mode, but I'm not sure how much replayability the game has so far.”
- “I will say the game is short with limited replay value, but I still feel it's fair for its price.”
optimization
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Overall, the game performs well with smooth gameplay, though some users have noted minor issues such as slight stuttering and the absence of a clear all button for quick navigation in building mode. Additionally, the ability to manage multiple saves could be improved.
- “The game itself runs smoothly, and I didn't run into any issues with it.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”
- “The game suffers from a lack of a clear all button, making it difficult to return to building quickly. Additionally, the multiple save options are confusing, and I experience slight stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Optimization is a major issue; the game frequently stutters, and the absence of a straightforward way to reset my building progress is frustrating.”
- “I find the optimization lacking, especially with the absence of a clear all button for building. The multiple save options are cumbersome, and the game stutters at times.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly due to the need to rebuild fortresses from scratch each time, suggesting that the addition of basic templates could enhance the experience. Despite this, the overall gameplay remains enjoyable.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be overly tedious, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The amount of time required for grinding is excessive, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.”
emotional
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The emotional impact of the game is polarizing, with some players finding the simple graphics, gameplay, and story to be touching, while others view it as trivial or lacking depth.
- “The simple graphics and gameplay create a heartfelt story that resonates deeply with some players, evoking strong emotions.”
- “The emotional depth of the narrative can be touching for many, even if the presentation is minimalistic.”
- “While the story may seem simplistic, it has the power to evoke genuine feelings and connections for those who engage with it.”
character development
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The character development in the game is highlighted by its uniquely adorable character designs, which enhance the overall premise and story, contributing to a charming and engaging experience.