Meow-Jong
- November 3, 2016
- Pixel Barrage Entertainment, Inc.
Meow-Jong is a modern Mahjong Solitaire game featuring cats. It includes over 100 boards and special feline abilities such as move hints, board reshuffling, and undoing moves. The goal is to use cat-like reflexes to achieve three-star ratings on each board.
Reviews
- Meow-Jong Solitaire offers a charming cat-themed twist on the classic mahjong game, featuring 120 unique levels that are visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- The game is relaxing and bug-free, making it a great way to unwind, with cute graphics and sound effects that appeal to cat lovers.
- It provides solid value for the money, with a good variety of layouts and achievements that keep players engaged without feeling overly grindy.
- The sound effects, particularly the repetitive 'meow' with each match, can become annoying over time, and the music has a short loop that may get tiresome.
- There are some bugs related to the reshuffling of tiles that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game lacks cloud saves, which can result in lost progress if the game is reinstalled or played on a different device.
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and catchy, often blending into the background effectively. However, some users find it repetitive and on a short loop, which can become annoying over time. Fortunately, players have the option to adjust or mute the sound effects and music, mitigating any potential distractions.
“Music is pleasant; it blends into the background without being annoying or distracting.”
“Cool sounds, hilarious music.”
“Simple graphics, catchy music that your cats will probably love, and very cute tile art.”
“The music and sounds can get annoying, but they're mutable so it's not a big deal.”
“...the music is repetitive and on a very short loop, think a minute or so.”
“The game music is on a loop and it gets a bit old after a while, but it's pretty nice.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are charming and appealing, featuring beautifully designed cat-themed tiles that offer a refreshing alternative to traditional patterns. While not overly complex, the artwork is well-executed and complements the game's simple, fun aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are enjoyable without being overwhelming, making it a delightful experience for cat lovers.
“Lovely artwork is done in a cat theme - tiles are beautifully done with cats, caterpillars, butterflies, and flowers - a lovely change from the 'classic' patterns you often see.”
“Nice graphics, not over the top great, but not cheesy either.”
“Simple graphics, catchy music that your cats will probably love, and very cute tile art.”
“The graphics are quite simplistic and lack detail.”
“The visuals feel outdated and do not match modern standards.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse in the game.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its engaging mechanics and variety of layouts, making it a standout mahjong game on Steam. However, the repetitive sound effects can become annoying over extended play sessions. Overall, it offers a charming experience, especially for fans of mahjong and cat themes.
“I was very pleased with the gameplay, and I've continued playing long after I reached 100% achievements.”
“Best mahjong game on Steam, due to the number of layouts alone, and the fact that the mechanics work, unlike some other games.”
“When you match a set of tiles there's a 'meow' - it's cute for about the first 5 minutes, but grows increasingly annoying as the hours of gameplay.”
“The idea of mahjong with kitties is amusing, and the gameplay is pretty standard.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable, with only one achievement—completing 200 boards with 3 stars—considered somewhat grindy due to the limited number of boards available. However, the overall experience is described as enjoyable and accessible for casual gamers, allowing for relaxed gameplay while still making progress.
“There's only one achievement that I think is a little grindy, which is the 'complete 200 boards with 3 stars', but there are only 120 boards, so you would have to play 100 boards twice or keep replaying the same one.”
“The grinding in this game feels excessive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the overall experience.”
“I found myself stuck in a loop of repetitive tasks just to level up, which really took away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its cool sound design and hilarious music, contributing to an entertaining and lighthearted atmosphere.
“The cool sounds and hilarious music really add to the game's charm.”
“The humor is spot-on, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and funny scenarios!”