Meowtopia: Expedition

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“Meowtopia: Expedition” is a cat-themed and heart-warming Match 3 game. Join and experience the urban fairy tale between Xiaoxiao and “Toffee” the cat, dress yourself up with a cat-themed fashion style, and decorate your own cozy home!

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

emotional2 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Charming visuals and delightful soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
The gameplay is engaging with a good balance of challenge and variety in puzzles.
Adorable cat interactions and customization options add depth and enjoyment to the game.

The English localization is poor, with many confusing translations and errors.
Later chapters feel rushed and lack the depth and events found in earlier levels.
Some players may find the move limitations and retry costs in match-3 levels frustrating.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story is generally considered charming and engaging, featuring a cute narrative about a girl and her cat, with plenty of content and varied gameplay that keeps players interested. While the English localization is criticized, the overall experience is enriched by the progression through seven chapters and numerous puzzles, although the quality does decline towards the end. Players appreciate the blend of story and gameplay, making it a delightful experience despite some localization issues.
- “Seven chapters and 20 hours in, I checked out how much story there was left and was pleasantly surprised by how much I still had in front of me.”
- “Overall, I dare call this a perfect game; it is beautiful to behold, rich in gameplay and story, and just very sweet.”
- “It's got a ton of content, an adorable story about cats, and hundreds of well-tuned, creative, and varied puzzles that make you want to keep playing.”
- “The English localization is pretty bad, but this isn't the sort of game you play primarily for the story.”
- “Though it does get noticeably sloppier towards the end of the story, which is unfortunate.”
- “Lots of grindy achievements which will take you way longer than the main storyline.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay is well-balanced, featuring challenging yet well-designed puzzles that introduce new elements at a comfortable pace. Players appreciate the easy-to-learn mechanics, allowing for both casual play and deeper engagement, while the variety in gameplay keeps the experience fresh and enjoyable throughout. Overall, it is praised for its richness in both gameplay and story.
- “The puzzles are sufficiently challenging, not to mention well-designed, and new gameplay elements are introduced at a reasonable pace.”
- “I love a good challenging game, but sometimes it's just nice to put on a podcast and relax with some casual gameplay.”
- “Going through the story puzzles, they regularly introduce more and more different gameplay variations and mix up which ones are present level to level, so it never gets particularly boring.”
- “The gameplay can feel repetitive after a while, lacking the depth needed to keep players engaged.”
- “While the mechanics are easy to learn, they don't evolve much throughout the game, leading to a lack of challenge.”
- “The pacing of the gameplay can be inconsistent, making it difficult to stay immersed in the experience.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics are praised for their delightful artwork and pleasant visuals, which stand out compared to typical match-three games. While there are minor bugs and occasional graphic errors, they are considered minor issues that do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “Delightful artwork.”
- “The visuals and soundtrack are very sweet and pleasant with a ton of lovely art.”
- “This game has a lot nicer visuals than your typical pick-three style game.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a wholesome and engaging experience, filled with cliché yet heartwarming moments that evoke positive emotions. It is described as a perfect choice for those seeking a lighthearted and feel-good gaming experience.
- “I wouldn't be surprised if I continue playing this wholesome, engaging game for many more days to come.”
- “If you want something cliché-filled, fluffy, and wholesome, then this game is what you're looking for.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as sweet and pleasant, complementing the visuals with a charming soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “The visuals and soundtrack are very sweet and pleasant with a ton of lovely art.”
- “Sweet music.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game is praised for its straightforward monetization model, featuring no in-game purchases, ads, or wait times, allowing players to enjoy the full experience without interruptions. Its successful transition from mobile to PC has been well-received, emphasizing a focus on gameplay rather than monetization tactics.
- “A simple app game, ported to PC without in-game purchases and wait times.”
- “However, it has made the move to PC rather nicely, and there are no ads or in-app purchases, just a whole lot of game.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency disrupt the gameplay experience and make it feel more like a cash grab.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that while there are numerous grindy achievements that extend gameplay significantly beyond the main storyline, the core gameplay itself remains straightforward and does not feel overly repetitive.
- “Lots of grindy achievements which will take you way longer than the main storyline.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is generally well-received and amusing, though some players find that the longer text segments can become difficult to read and detract from the overall comedic experience.
- “The humor in this game is consistently hilarious, with clever writing that keeps you laughing.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create laugh-out-loud moments.”
- “The witty dialogue and playful banter between characters add a delightful layer of humor to the gameplay.”