Skip to main content

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year Game Cover
64%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
grinding
75% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Platforms

LinuxPCMac OSWindows
HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year Game Cover

About

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year is a single player action game. It was developed by Very Very LITTLE Studio and was released on December 19, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Explore a charming New Year's town filled with 250 hidden cats waiting to be discovered in this relaxing puzzle game. Use hints, customize brightness, and enjoy soothing music as you bring black-and-white scenes to life with color. Suitable for all ages, it offers a calm and delightful experience with save progress and a 2.5D visual effect.

Play Modes
Skip User Reviews

75%
Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
music6 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions

  • The game features beautiful art and a whimsical Christmas soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Finding the cats is challenging but satisfying, with a hint system that allows players to narrow down their search without penalties.
  • The map colors in as you find all the cats in each area, providing a rewarding visual progression as you complete sections.
  • Many of the hidden cats are poorly designed and do not resemble actual cats, making them difficult to identify.
  • The game has been criticized for being overly cluttered and confusing, with some players feeling that the level design lacks quality control.
  • The theme does not align well with the New Year, as it feels more like a Christmas setting with no festive elements related to the holiday.
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback for its high production value and ability to evoke a festive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience with a whimsical Christmas soundtrack. While some players found the music fitting and enjoyable, others felt it didn't always align with the game's theme. Overall, the soundtrack contributes to a cozy and cheerful vibe, making it a pleasant backdrop for gameplay.

    • “The music, as always, is fabulous, all christmassy without going overboard, just lovely to listen to and relax, so time really does not matter as you examine every nook and cranny for those last elusive kitties.”
    • “This festive hog leans hard into holiday cheer with colorful, adorable art, jolly music, and a big cozy new year vibe.”
    • “The fact that the music didn't particularly impress me... fine.”
    • “The music I put on silent.”
    • “Still, between the festive soundtrack, cheerful visuals, and chill progression, it’s a lovely seasonal hidden object treat that fits perfectly between Christmas cookies and leftover champagne.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their cheerful visuals and well-executed artwork, contributing to a festive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. The attention to detail, particularly in hiding objects, is also noted as a commendable effort.

    • “Still, between the festive soundtrack, cheerful visuals, and chill progression, it’s a lovely seasonal hidden object treat that fits perfectly between Christmas cookies and leftover champagne.”
    • “The artwork was well done, and I appreciate the effort used to really hide those cats - well done!”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when searching for the second half of the cats, which are often hard to identify.

    • “Finding the second half of the cats is tedious as they are difficult to even recognize as cats.”
Skip Game Offers

Buy HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year

Games Like HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year

FIND KITTENS 4: Aetherpunk Image
Hidden Cats in Santa's Realm Image
FIND ALL: Christmas Image
Hidden Cats in Spooky Town Image
Hidden Cats: City Image
Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year is a action game.

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year was released on December 19, 2025.

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year was developed by Very Very LITTLE Studio.

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its grinding.

HIDDEN CATS 8: Happy New Year is a single player game.

Similar games include FIND KITTENS 4: Aetherpunk, Hidden Cats in Santa's Realm, FIND ALL: Christmas, Hidden Cats in Spooky Town, Hidden Cats: City and others.