KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT

About KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT is a single player arcade hack and slash game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by Kamotachi and was released on March 19, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A cat with the body of a bodybuilder fights against aliens in this 2D platformer with anime aesthetics.

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97%Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

humor10 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game is a charming homage to retro anime, featuring cute characters, a fun story, and a delightful soundtrack.
Despite being developed by a solo developer, the game showcases impressive animated sequences and a unique art style reminiscent of classic anime.
Players appreciate the game's humor and light-heartedness, making it a fun and enjoyable experience, especially for fans of 90's anime.

The game suffers from various bugs and lacks quality of life features, such as a poorly designed menu and insufficient checkpoints in later levels.
Some graphic assets are subpar, and certain level designs feel clunky and reminiscent of outdated flash games.
The game's short length may not justify its price for some players, leading to concerns about overall value.

humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, which is reminiscent of 90's anime, appealing particularly to fans of that era's comedic style. Reviewers find it hilarious and a standout in the indie platformer genre, highlighting its charm and engaging art. Overall, it is considered a must-play for those who appreciate this type of humor.
- “From the get-go, its color and charm and the art captivated me; the art style reminded me of Akira Toriyama and the humor reminded me a lot of 90's anime.”
- “If you like 90's anime humor, it's a must!”
- “A classic indie platformer with a lot of humor.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users highlighting the exceptional quality of the intro track and the overall sound design. Reviewers appreciate the effective use of music and transitions, noting that it enhances the game's charm without becoming repetitive, contributing to a professional and engaging experience.
- “This game is highly recommended and the intro music is the best I've heard :)”
- “The music is amazing, the transitions, everything is amazing!”
- “The music is pretty good, and although the game is short, it knows not to overplay certain segments.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story of kinnikuneko, crafted by a solo developer, is simple yet charming, complemented by appealing animations and a delightful soundtrack. Players appreciate the smooth narrative journey and are pleasantly surprised by the epic finale, which adds depth to the overall experience.
- “Despite being basically the creation of a solo dev, kinnikuneko has some pretty nice animated bits, makes its simple and cute story work, has a very nice OST, and even manages to have a fairly epic finale. I was pleasantly surprised with.”
- “So it's a mostly smooth journey through the cute story ahead.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant art style reminiscent of Akira Toriyama and 90s anime humor, while others criticize certain graphic assets as poorly designed and reminiscent of outdated 16-bit visuals. Additionally, the game suffers from various bugs and lacks quality of life features, detracting from the overall visual experience.
- “From the get-go, its color and charm captivated me. The art style reminded me of Akira Toriyama, and the humor brought back memories of 90's anime.”
- “Some graphic assets are just very bad (the walls in several levels, the lightning arcs of explosions, etc...). The whole experience lacks common quality of life features (menu doesn't default to 'continue', etc.), there are bugs galore (none truly game-breaking, but still!), as well as some poorly designed level segments (the kind that feel straight out of the 16-bit era by how clunky and softlock-prone they are!).”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability, particularly for completionists who enjoy exploring all aspects and achieving 100% completion. This added layer encourages multiple playthroughs to fully experience the content.
- “The game offers a layer of replayability that is perfect for completionists like me.”
- “The game has a fantastic level of replayability, keeping me engaged long after my first playthrough.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the various choices and outcomes available.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes reduce the overall replay value.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Character development in Kinnikuneko is marked by a genuine passion from its creator, offering a refreshing contrast to the increasingly generic and risk-averse designs prevalent in the Japanese and indie game development scenes. Despite its flaws, the unique character designs and heartfelt storytelling stand out as a notable strength.
- “Despite all the flaws of Kinnikuneko, the passion and love of its creator can be felt throughout the game. This is a refreshing change in an environment dominated by standardized, risk-averse, and generic character designs and plots, especially in the Japanese and indie game development scene.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay has room for improvement, but overall, players find the game enjoyable and visually impressive.
- “The gameplay could be better, but the game is glorious. I really like this game so far.”

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3h Median play time

3h Average play time

3-3h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT is a arcade hack and slash game with fantasy and anime themes. Common tags for KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT include indie, linear, 2.5d, metroidvania, cute and others.

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT.

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT was released on March 19, 2024.

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT was developed by Kamotachi.

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT for its humor but disliked it for its graphics.

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT is a single player game.

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