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Nyan Cat: Lost In Space

88%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
story, monetization
91% User Score Based on 9,008 reviews

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"Nyan Cat: Lost In Space" is a fast-paced, arcade-style game where players control the beloved Nyan Cat as he travels through space. The objective is to collect points and power-ups while avoiding obstacles and enemies. With its simple controls and addictive gameplay, it's a fun and entertaining experience for fans of the classic meme.

Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
Nyan Cat: Lost In Space screenshot
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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 639 reviews
music20 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions

  • Nyan Cat: Lost in Space is a fun and addictive game that brings back nostalgia for fans of the original meme.
  • The game features a variety of customization options for your Nyan Cat and includes multiple game modes, adding to its replayability.
  • Despite its simplicity, the game is enjoyable for short play sessions and is a great time killer.
  • The repetitive soundtrack can become annoying after a short period, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Gameplay can feel basic and lacks depth, leading to a sense of monotony over time.
  • Some players have reported issues with achievements not unlocking properly, which can be frustrating for completionists.
  • music
    106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game primarily features the iconic "Nyan Cat" song, which loops continuously and has garnered mixed reactions from players. While some find it catchy and nostalgic, many others describe it as repetitive and annoying, leading to headaches after extended play. Overall, the lack of musical variety and the incessant looping of a single track are significant drawbacks, though players can mute the music for a more enjoyable experience.

    • “I love the musical variety of this game!”
    • “It's funny, the nyan cat skins are colorful, the collectibles look so yummy and the soundtrack is great.”
    • “The soundtrack for this game is uh-maze balls!”
    • “This game has most likely committed copyright infringement, using the song from the original Nyan Cat video (titled nyanyanyanyanyanyanya!) without permission.”
    • “The downside is that there's only one song on the soundtrack, and it loops approximately every 30 seconds.”
    • “The nyan cat song loops in the background and will drive you and your loved ones crazy while you - you poor, bewildered creature - just mash the space bar and nyan for as long as you can.”
  • gameplay
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily an endless runner with simple mechanics, often described as repetitive and basic, involving limited controls such as jumping and avoiding obstacles. While some players find it addictive and enjoyable for short sessions, others note that it can become boring quickly due to its lack of depth and variety. Customization options and different game modes provide some entertainment, but overall, the gameplay experience is seen as generic and lacking in innovation.

    • “Overall the core gameplay is – not surprisingly – an endless mode where we float across a galaxy on our way to make it as far as possible with the help of various boosts.”
    • “The way the gameplay and graphics and sound design mixed together had me shedding tears of pure joy.”
    • “Amazing graphics, exciting gameplay and riveting storyline 9000/10”
    • “The gameplay itself is a generic endless runner that also gets boring after a few minutes.”
    • “As with most endless runners, the gameplay is very basic and gets repetitive really quickly.”
    • “The core gameplay is repetitive though, so bear that in mind if Nyan Cat doesn't appeal to you.”
  • graphics
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the cute, colorful, and minimalistic art style that enhances the overall experience, while others criticize the visuals for being poorly executed, cluttered, or lacking depth. Many users appreciate the nostalgic retro graphics and the charm of the cartoonish designs, but some note issues like muddy textures and overly busy visuals that detract from readability. Overall, the graphics are seen as a blend of appealing aesthetics and significant flaws, depending on individual preferences.

    • “The way the gameplay and graphics and sound design mixed together had me shedding tears of pure joy.”
    • “Great simple game with loads of function, great music and awesome graphics for such a cheap game.”
    • “The cartoon art style and cute animations really do the game justice.”
    • “I truly wish I could show you how abysmal these graphics are.”
    • “A lot of them are horrible artwork of the Avengers with Nyan Cat faces, or Indiana Jones, or whatever else pop culture thing they can shove into their game.”
    • “The game suffers from some graphical issues like muddy textures and poor lighting at times, like any good Bethesda game, but it's still astoundingly beautiful and even breathtaking at times.”
  • humor
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its colorful and absurd elements, particularly the nyan cat theme, which elicits a mix of nostalgia and silliness. Players appreciate the cute graphics, funny soundtracks, and a variety of humorous power-ups, although some feel the humor may not resonate as strongly over time. Overall, the game is seen as a lighthearted and entertaining experience, filled with quirky jokes and artistic designs.

    • “Silly time waster with surprisingly lots of funny and artistic cat and level skins, you can even make your own cat.”
    • “The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these jokes, to realize that they’re not just funny - they say something deep about life.”
    • “Survive-as-long-as-you-can affair but the wide variety of funny power-ups will keep you grinning from ear to ear.”
  • story
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story revolves around Nyan Cat's quest to recover what has been lost, navigating through various dimensions and facing challenges along the way. While some players find the main missions engaging and the narrative gripping, others criticize the side quests for being repetitive and lacking depth. Overall, the story is seen as a significant draw, complemented by diverse gameplay modes and customization options.

    • “The gripping story had me on the edge of my seat and always kept me coming back for more.”
    • “A truly fascinating and story-rich masterpiece.”
    • “The story revolves around the creature, Nyan Cat, in search of what has been lost by traveling through different dimensions and facing danger.”
    • “Side quests far too often amount to just killing some mandatory enemies, particularly with the Minutemen (who are supposed to be the 'good guys' of this installment), and can become repetitive.”
    • “The missions are easy; if you want to level up, you just need to play until you’re lucky enough.”
  • monetization
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with users highlighting the absence of microtransactions in the PC version compared to the mobile release, which relies heavily on in-app purchases. While the PC version offers a fully enjoyable experience without additional costs, the mobile version is criticized for its cash grab nature and reliance on microtransactions. Overall, players appreciate the lack of monetization issues in the PC version, contrasting it with the mobile experience.

    • “The mobile version of this game with microtransactions is free.”
    • “Very simple and straightforward (as should be expected) but rich with unlockables and content that require no microtransactions!”
    • “A fully enjoyable game with no microtransactions.”
    • “Here’s the part where I pull the rug out from under you and say that in the iPhone release and the original PC release, you did not earn coins by playing, but by paying for them with real money in microtransactions.”
    • “This game reeks of a cash grab, and 10-year-old me was dumb enough to fall for it.”
    • “There are no current differences between the mobile app and the game on Steam other than microtransactions.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often labeling it as a chore. However, despite these drawbacks, many appreciate the game's charm and entertainment value, considering it a suitable option for casual gaming.

    • “These achievements are so tedious and garbage.”
    • “All in all, while this game can be tedious and annoying, it's cute and entertaining and a great casual game.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users indicate that replayability is limited, as it significantly diminishes once all content is unlocked, which can take a considerable amount of time. Until that point, there is some potential for replayability, but it ultimately wanes after completion.

    • “The game offers endless replayability, with new challenges and unlockables that keep me coming back for more.”
    • “Every playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the variety of choices and paths available.”
    • “I love how the game encourages multiple runs, allowing me to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
    • “Once everything is unlocked (which, in all fairness, does take a while), there's no replayability.”
    • “Replayability is limited at least until everything is unlocked.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its smooth performance and improved graphics, contributing to an overall positive optimization experience. Additionally, the music continues to receive high acclaim.

    • “The game runs smoothly, the graphics have improved a bit since then, and the music is still the best music ever created.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express that while the game has emotional elements, its simplicity may lead to a lack of lasting engagement, potentially causing it to fade into the background of their gaming library.

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6h Median play time
5h Average play time
1-8h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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