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Let the Cat in

77%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
music, monetization
77% User Score Based on 1,332 reviews

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About

Help little kittens to get into the house, reach their favorite basket and fall asleep. To do this, you need to arrange all the things and mechanisms inside the house for creating fantastic chain reactions, in order to open the door!

Let the Cat in screenshot
Let the Cat in screenshot
Let the Cat in screenshot
Let the Cat in screenshot
Let the Cat in screenshot
Let the Cat in screenshot

77%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,332 reviews
graphics26 positive mentions
music10 negative mentions

  • The game features adorable cats and a charming atmosphere, making it enjoyable for cat lovers.
  • It offers a variety of physics-based puzzles that can be solved in multiple ways, providing a fun challenge.
  • The game is free to play and part of the proceeds go to help homeless cats, which is a great cause.
  • The game is a mobile port with poor monetization practices, often pushing players to make in-game purchases.
  • Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in challenge as levels do not significantly increase in difficulty.
  • The game has been abandoned, making it impossible to achieve 100% completion due to unfinished levels and achievements.
  • graphics
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Let the Cat In" receive mixed reviews, with many praising its cute and appealing style, often described as stunning and beautiful. However, some users criticize the visuals for being simplistic or low-resolution, with occasional performance issues like frame rate drops. Overall, while the game is noted for its charming aesthetics, it also faces calls for improvements in graphical fidelity and optimization.

    • “Let the Cat In's visuals are, in all honesty, stellar, with its extremely cute and appealing style.”
    • “Overall, the graphics in this game are extremely beautiful, and I'm ashamed I can't talk more about them, as words won't do them justice.”
    • “Never before has a game mixed a nuanced story, complex characters, spectacular gameplay, and awe-inspiring graphics in such an amazing fashion.”
    • “Not only are the graphics cute, they’re also extremely simplistic.”
    • “Graphics are bland and low res, not cute at all.”
    • “Graphics are color map only, no specular lighting, minimal variety to sound effects, etc. The whole game could have been made in the late 90's and you wouldn't be able to tell the difference.”
  • gameplay
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its addictiveness, simplicity, and engaging mechanics, making it accessible for players of all ages. Many reviewers highlight the blend of fun puzzle-solving with a deep narrative and stunning visuals, although some express frustration with certain mechanics and pacing issues. Overall, the game is seen as a rewarding experience, particularly for those who appreciate its unique charm and design.

    • “It’s a blend of truly fantastic gameplay mixed with a deep, intriguing, multi-layered narrative, plus stunning visuals makes it a blast to play, and an experience I believe everyone should go through at least once in their lives; you won’t regret it.”
    • “Overall, the gameplay is incredibly addicting and refreshing with each level, and is possibly the most fun I've ever had solving puzzles in any game out there.”
    • “Never before has a game mixed a nuanced story, complex characters, spectacular gameplay, and awe-inspiring graphics in such an amazing fashion.”
    • “I would recommend this game on mobile alone, and that's if you've already beaten better free physics-based games that have less stupid mechanics.”
    • “I don't want to learn a game that has simple mechanics like this by reading.”
    • “The difficulty stays the same and even with the 'speed up' mechanic, the cat still takes a long time to get to the basket. When you complete the level, you have to wait longer than usual just to get your overall score.”
  • music
    58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the cheerful and cute soundtrack, while others find it generic and repetitive. Many users suggest muting the in-game music in favor of their own playlists, although the theme song has garnered some praise for its catchy nature. Overall, while the music may appeal to some, it is often described as a weak point of the game.

    • “The music is awesome, you can find it on YouTube as well. I just love it, listened to it so much over time. It's really lovely.”
    • “Best theme song ever.”
    • “The graphics are bright and cute, the puzzles vary in difficulty but are solvable without being frustrating. The music is cheerful and fitting, and it's completely free unless you choose to spend money in-game (and 15% of all proceeds go to a cat rescue, so the game is helping to save real cats).”
    • “The music is a very short generic loop.”
    • “Not only is the music so bad I want to yank my eyeballs out and rub my ears off with them, but the graphics are so sickeningly cute I fear they would burn through my retinas even though my eyes were, as stated before, already clawed out of their sockets in a desperate and futile bid to keep my ears from melting.”
    • “Cons: the music and sound effects grate.”
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is initially perceived as simple, revolving around an elderly woman and her relationship with a cat, but deeper analysis reveals profound themes of companionship and memory loss, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's disease. Players who engage fully with the narrative find it rich and emotionally impactful, featuring complex characters and a heartfelt exploration of the cat's journey. However, some players express confusion or frustration with the story, particularly if they do not progress far enough to appreciate its depth.

    • “Never before has a game mixed a nuanced story, complex characters, spectacular gameplay, and awe-inspiring graphics in such an amazing fashion before.”
    • “The ambiance, the story, the character development, it all works.”
    • “At first glance, the story is about an elderly woman letting cats into her house for a vague reason.”
    • “We’ve learned that 'let the cat in' tells a deep story about an elderly woman, attempting to let a cat in her home, likely as a form of companionship in her final dying moments, but can barely even recognize the pet she has raised and taken care of since birth due to her severe case of Alzheimer's disease.”
    • “This game knows not of the storytelling ways of the mortal realm.”
  • monetization
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with users highlighting an overwhelming presence of ads and aggressive microtransactions for features like unlocking levels and purchasing in-game items. While some microtransactions are optional and can be bypassed with time, many players feel the game is a cash grab, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Additionally, there are concerns about accidental purchases, particularly from younger players.

    • “But that's ok, it doesn't force you to buy stars with in-app purchases.”
    • “Optional microtransactions.”
    • “Microtransactions I've seen so far include the ability to purchase more shelves (you get 3 per level, I believe), unlocking levels, and purchasing outfits and friends for your cat.”
    • “Don't be fooled, it's a cash grab with microtransactions galore.”
    • “However, the novelty of this game almost immediately wore off when I realized this was a cut-down version of Contraption Maker with a lot less predictable physics and added microtransactions, and it's a not very well-optimized PC mobile port to boot.”
    • “Lost $5 because she randomly clicked the in-game purchase.”
  • emotional
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players' profound connections to its heartfelt narrative, particularly the touching moments involving a cat's journey and themes of isolation and trauma. Many reviewers express that the game elicited strong emotional responses, with several mentioning they cried during and after gameplay, emphasizing its impact in a landscape dominated by more violent or adult-themed titles. Overall, it is praised for its wholesome and deeply moving storytelling.

    • “It's so touching.”
    • “A very emotional and heartfelt story about the life of a cat who has been stuck outside.”
    • “I won't spoil the ending, but the ending really made me cry.”
  • humor
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it amusing and suitable for children, particularly enjoying the funny cat animations and the developers' lighthearted approach. However, some users feel that the humor does not translate well into gameplay, with criticisms about the game being less entertaining than its trailer. Overall, the game is described as cute and funny, appealing to those who appreciate a lighthearted experience.

    • “The devs are funny, kind and work super hard to keep the game in its prime condition.”
    • “A funny little game if you like cats lol.”
    • “It's a funny game, good for kids.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game excels in creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere through its charming visuals, soothing audio, and engaging gameplay. Players appreciate the cute aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, making it feel safe and welcoming.

    • “Without a doubt, it succeeds in creating a friendly, inviting, very safe atmosphere with its visuals, its audio, and even its gameplay.”
    • “The basics of the game are quite the same as always in this genre, albeit with a cute atmosphere - you have to put everything in place in order to open the door for the cat to get into your house.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like requiring a second life to manage it effectively.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character development as a strong aspect of the game, highlighting how it effectively complements the ambiance and story, creating a cohesive and engaging experience.

    • “The ambiance, the story, the character development, it all works.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is criticized for being a poorly optimized port, plagued by bugs and stability issues, which detracts significantly from the overall experience. Additionally, the presence of a mobile pay-to-win system has further frustrated players, leading to a negative reception regarding its stability.

    • “Shitty buggy port with a frustrating mobile pay-to-win system. I had to use it for at least 5 minutes, but I got fed up in just 3. So, I spent 2 minutes in the menu just to write this.”
    • “Shitty buggy port with a frustrating mobile pay-to-win system. I had to use it for at least 5 minutes, but I got fed up in just 3. So, I spent 2 minutes in the menu just to write this.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the replayability of the game, as it encourages them to revisit levels to achieve higher scores through more efficient strategies. This aspect enhances the overall experience by providing opportunities for improvement and mastery.

    • “This also adds replay value as you can try to go back and see if you can beat the level again using a more efficient method for a higher score.”

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