Kitten Match

About

"Kitten Match" is an adventure game with a heartwarming story of taking in a stray kitten. Its beautiful game mechanics, fantastic visuals, and wonderful soundtrack are delightful, but the game is weighed down by lots of grinding, annoying ads, and frequent bugs. The humor and wholesome story make it an endearing, if somewhat flawed, experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

story525 positive mentions

monetization477 negative mentions

The game features adorable kittens and engaging storylines that keep players entertained.
The graphics are colorful and well-designed, making the gameplay visually appealing.
Players appreciate the ability to earn rewards and boosters without being forced to spend real money.

Many players find that the game becomes excessively difficult at higher levels, often requiring the purchase of boosters to progress.
There are frequent glitches and crashes that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration.
The dialogue and translations can be awkward and poorly written, detracting from the overall experience.

story
989 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its charm and cuteness, featuring adorable kittens and engaging narratives that often evoke emotional responses from players. While some find the storyline a bit lengthy or simplistic, many appreciate the heartwarming themes of friendship and compassion woven throughout the gameplay. However, there are critiques regarding translation quality and occasional pacing issues, with some players wishing for a more concise storytelling approach. Overall, the combination of a delightful story and cute graphics keeps players invested and entertained.
- “I love the story in this game, the cats are so cute, and I love their little outfits.”
- “The story is adorable and engaging; I've had many little giggles, and I'm in my 30s.”
- “The storyline is super adorable and easy to follow, and it's an amazing game to get lost in during long car trips or field trips!”
- “The storyline is unnecessary and dragging, so I just skip straight through those.”
- “The broken English makes the story difficult to follow at times.”
- “I love the story, but it is so slow between missions when the cats are relaxed, so we need to speed that up or I cannot continue to play.”
graphics
636 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their cuteness and vibrant colors, with many users highlighting the adorable design of the kittens and the overall visual appeal. While some players noted that the graphics could be simplistic or slow compared to other games, the majority found them delightful and well-executed, contributing positively to the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm and engagement.
- “The graphics are positively delightful, the storyline is engaging, the gameplay itself is incredibly fun & highly addictive, & perhaps best of all -- almost no ads!!!”
- “The graphics are amazing, and the cats are very cute.”
- “Beautiful graphics and adorable cat characters with unique personalities!”
- “Slow graphics compared to other similar games.”
- “Either the graphics are bad or the match game itself is horribly designed.”
- “The graphics get really choppy when the cats move, and rather than looking like they're moving, it looks like they are floating.”
monetization
616 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for extra rewards. While some users report occasional intrusive ads or misleading content, many highlight that the game allows for enjoyable play without constant interruptions, and in-app purchases are not necessary for progression. However, concerns about the nature of some advertisements, particularly those depicting animal abuse, have been raised, prompting calls for a change in advertising content.
- “In-game purchases give you a lot of bang for your buck, and there are always lots of bonuses.”
- “There are lots of microtransactions available but none are needed to really enjoy the game.”
- “The in-game purchases for cat swag are well worth the very nominal prices asked for.”
- “The ads for this game are disgusting, to see the graphic images that are being used to advertise this game (which have nothing to do with the game) are highly upsetting.”
- “Using abuse in your advertisements is wrong. I was abused as a child and I think it's ridiculous that you are using it as an advertising stunt. Your game is supposed to be cute, not be the subject of abuse. Your advertisement is a stereotype, immoral, and offensive.”
- “I absolutely hate the ads for this game with the way the world is now. Neglect, abuse, and cruelty of animals all the time is just shameful.”
gameplay
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, addictive nature and charming graphics, with many players enjoying the match-3 mechanics and the cute cat characters. While some users note that the gameplay can be repetitive and similar to other titles in the genre, it remains engaging and offers a satisfying challenge without excessive ads. However, there are criticisms regarding certain mechanics, such as the shuffling of moves and the difficulty of higher levels, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are positively delightful, the storyline is engaging, the gameplay itself is incredibly fun & highly addictive, & perhaps best of all -- almost no ads!”
- “The match-3/4/5 gameplay is awesomely strategic, setting up future moves to create & combine powerups is so satisfying.”
- “The gameplay is nice and I could easily lose all my cares in the sweet calm of this environment.”
- “But there's one game mechanic that should not be in the game: when you're out of moves, it shuffles and you keep going, but if it's impossible to make a move, it forces you to restart and takes a life for it too!”
- “The gameplay is so sensitive that you will inevitably lose levels because of it.”
- “Clearly the gameplay isn't good since they're too afraid of using their own actual animations.”
stability
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced smooth performance with no issues, a substantial number have encountered problems such as the game freezing during levels, failing to load screens, and crashing unexpectedly. Overall, the stability of the game appears inconsistent, leading to frustration for many players.
- “Fast loading, no glitches or bugs, wonderful graphics and it's actually fun!”
- “No glitches, new quality, nice art and new lines!”
- “The cats are adorable and the game is so entertaining. I love this game; it's the best game ever. At least the ads are not so bad and the best thing is there are no glitches. If I could, I would give the game 10/10 because it's so fun and relaxing.”
- “The game is cute and all, but too many glitches; my game freezes in the middle of a level or after completing a level, my game closes out. Then when I log back in, the game progress keeps popping up.”
- “It freezes a lot, it won't load screens, and I can only play 2 levels before having to close it and reopen it.”
- “Love the game, but it freezes up a lot.”
music
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its relaxing and soothing qualities, while others find it repetitive or annoying, particularly in certain areas. Some users enjoy the main menu music and the overall ambiance it creates, but there are complaints about the quality of the recordings and the lack of variety. Overall, while the music enhances the game's charm for some, it detracts from the experience for others, leading to a desire for more options or improvements.
- “Plus the music and sounds are so nice and soft it helps one to relax.”
- “The background music is pleasant and upbeat.”
- “I love this game, so relaxing, and the music is nice too, so many kittens to love.”
- “Lately, they've removed the ability to listen to other audio (music or books) while you play!”
- “The music is so out of tune and odd I can't stand it!”
- “The game is pretty good but the background music kinda becomes a little annoying after a while.”
humor
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the antics and personalities of the animated cats to be both adorable and hilarious. Many reviews highlight the amusing translations and quirky dialogues that add to the overall charm, making the gameplay enjoyable and lighthearted. Overall, the combination of cute cats and funny scenarios creates a delightful experience that resonates well with players.
- “Overall, though, great graphics, cute kitten antics, humorous translations, challenging games.”
- “The story is surprisingly hilarious too; I never thought I'd be playing a game where the cats are famous chefs and artists that travel the world and drink wine.”
- “The kitties are so sweet that I actually touched one to pet it on my screen, and the kitty said, 'Quit poking at me and concentrate on the game.' I thought that was hilarious!”
emotional
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching backstories of adorable cats, which evoke feelings of warmth and sadness, often leading players to tears. Many users appreciate the heartfelt narratives that accompany the gameplay, making it a wholesome experience despite some critiques about emotional manipulation and ads. Overall, the game successfully combines cute visuals with an emotional storyline, creating a compelling and addictive experience for players of all ages.
- “First of all, I gotta say that the intro made me want to cry and cuddle my own cat, both of which I promptly did.”
- “The cats are adorable, and their stories will make you emotional.”
- “The story is so good, it made me cry.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly as they progress to higher levels where challenges become more demanding and time-consuming. While the game features cute visuals and enjoyable gameplay, many users express dissatisfaction with the repetitive nature of tasks and the pressure to spend money, leading some to consider uninstalling. Despite some acknowledging moments of fun, the consensus leans towards the grinding experience being a significant drawback.
- “I refuse to spend another dime on a game that becomes tedious, frustrating, and not fun to play anymore.”
- “Grinding out the puzzles is just that: a chore-like grind.”
- “It has become tedious and boring because there is no progression.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users noting that it runs smoothly and performs exceptionally well, making it an enjoyable way to pass the time.
- “It runs smoothly and is a great way to kill some time.”
- “Game runs smoothly.”
- “The game has good working parts; everything runs smoothly. I like the fact that the game is based on cats.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, creating an inviting environment that encourages players to return and engage repeatedly.
- “The atmosphere of the game is very relaxing and calming, so it was a big yes for me. 💌”
- “This game has a great atmosphere that invites you to play every time.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features excellent character development, with players praising the depth and growth of the characters throughout the story.
- “The character development is truly impressive, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The depth of character development adds layers to the story, making it a memorable experience.”