Meow Lab
- January 25, 2021
- Pinel Games
Get on Steam"Meow Lab" is a relaxing puzzle game where you connect blocks to release food for a kitten. With 50 unique levels, the goal is to move and rotate blocks to their correct positions at your own pace, without any score-keeping or time limits. The game also features a talented artist's music, making it a fun and enjoyable experience for cat lovers and puzzle enthusiasts alike.
Reviews
- The game features a good difficulty curve, gradually increasing the challenge while keeping the gameplay enjoyable.
- It has cute visuals and a charming atmosphere, enhanced by the presence of a cat that players can interact with.
- The puzzles are engaging and provide a relaxing experience, making it a great way to pass the time.
- Some players found the later levels to be cramped and overly complex, making it frustrating to navigate.
- The game lacks a significant plot or depth beyond the puzzles, which may not appeal to everyone.
- There are issues with the game's mechanics, such as pieces snapping back if not placed correctly, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that evolve in complexity as players progress, offering a mix of enjoyable and challenging puzzles. While some reviewers appreciate the gradual increase in difficulty and the relaxing nature of the game, others criticize it for relying on level complexity rather than innovative mechanics. Overall, it is recommended for puzzle enthusiasts seeking a blend of straightforward gameplay and escalating challenges.
“Puzzle game with simple gameplay (you move and connect the blocks), but with an increasing difficulty as you get more and more different kinds of blocks.”
“Although the mechanics are simple and easy to learn, the game has evolved to become very challenging.”
“Based on a drag and drop gameplay, the trick is to understand the blocks and work with them.”
“It gradually includes variation in the mechanics that increase the challenge.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality and art style, contributing to a visually appealing experience, though some users note a less cozy atmosphere due to the music and focus on puzzles. Overall, the presentation is considered strong, with a balance of pretty visuals and relaxing audio.
“The presentation is really good as well, both the graphics and the music.”
“Edit: the art style is great too!”
“A simple puzzle game with pretty visuals and relaxing music.”
“This one has a less cozy vibe, largely due to the music choice and visuals, seeming more focused on the puzzle aspect.”
“Therefore, the only way to get the easter egg achievement is to set the aspect ratio wide enough so it shows all the graphics.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere, though some users feel it lacks variety. While it may not evoke a cozy vibe, the overall presentation, including visuals and music, is appreciated, enhancing the puzzle experience.
“The presentation is really good as well, both the graphics and the music.”
“A simple puzzle game with pretty visuals and relaxing music.”
“The music is not bad; sometimes I listen to it, but I think it could use more variety. Regardless, overall, I love it! Plus, the kitty is what drew me to the game, so that's a cute bonus factor.”
“This one has a less cozy vibe, largely due to the music choice and visuals as well, seeming more focused on the puzzle aspect.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally considered less impressive compared to other titles from the same developer, with players recommending it primarily for its gameplay rather than its environmental immersion.
“Overall, I recommend this game for its gameplay more than its atmosphere, unlike the other games from the developer.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is minimal, with the cat serving primarily as a charming visual element rather than a significant plot driver, yet its presence is appreciated for adding a touch of cuteness to the experience.
“The cat doesn't have much plot relevance other than to be cute on screen, but to be honest, that's all that cats need to do to improve things.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as it relies on escalating complexity rather than engaging mechanics or clever solutions, leading to unnecessarily large and frustrating levels.
“This was one of those tedious puzzle games that increase their difficulty not through interesting mechanics or insightful solutions, but by merely increasing level complexity (e.g., number of tiles) until the levels become excessively large.”
