Meow-Jong

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Meow-Jong is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by EPWH, LLC and was released on November 3, 2016. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Meow-Jong is a modern take on the classic puzzle game Mahjong Solitaire, but with cats!

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Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

music6 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

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, especially for cat lovers who appreciate the cute graphics and sound effects.
It runs well on various platforms, including Steam Deck and Linux, and provides a solid value for casual gamers looking for a fun and light-hearted experience.

The sound effects, particularly the repetitive 'meow' with each match, can become annoying over extended play sessions, and the music is on a short loop that may grow tiresome.
There are some gameplay issues, such as a lack of cloud saves and bugs related to tile shuffling that can disrupt the experience.
While the game has a good variety of levels, some players feel that certain puzzles are too easy, and there is a desire for more challenging content.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and catchy, though it tends to be repetitive and on a short loop, which can become tiresome over time. While some users find the sound effects annoying, the option to mute them helps mitigate this issue. Overall, the music blends well into the background, enhancing the experience without being overly distracting.
- “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 (it's 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 awhile, but it's pretty nice.”
- “The music and sounds can get annoying, but they're mutable so it's not a big deal.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are described as cute and appealing, particularly for cat lovers, featuring beautifully designed tiles with cat-themed artwork, butterflies, and flowers. While not overly impressive, the visuals are simple and charming, providing a pleasant aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience without being overwhelming. Overall, the graphics contribute to a fun and lighthearted atmosphere.
- “Lovely artwork is done in a cat theme - tiles are beautifully done with cats, cat-erpillars, 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, making the overall experience feel underwhelming.”
- “While the game runs smoothly, the graphics are not impressive and fail to create an engaging visual experience.”
- “The visuals are basic and do not stand out, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with players enjoying the variety of layouts and the effective mechanics that set it apart from other mahjong games. However, the repetitive "meow" sound effect can become irritating over extended play sessions. Overall, it is considered one of the best mahjong games on Steam, particularly for its engaging theme and solid gameplay.
- “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 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.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be mostly manageable and enjoyable, with the exception of one achievement requiring completion of 200 boards with 3 stars, which feels excessive given there are only 120 boards available. However, the game allows for a casual gaming experience, enabling players to progress without feeling overwhelmed by grinding.
- “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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its cool sound design and hilarious music, which contribute to an entertaining and lighthearted atmosphere.
- “Cool sounds, hilarious music.”