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"Purrfect Date" is a visual novel and dating simulator that takes place on a mysterious cat island. You play as a researcher who goes on a series of dates with various cat characters while uncovering the island's secrets. The game features branching storylines, multiple endings, and a unique blend of humor, horror, and romance.

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 839 reviews
story192 positive mentions
gameplay10 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique and intriguing storyline that combines mystery and humor, keeping players engaged.
  • Characters are well-developed with distinct personalities, making the interactions enjoyable and memorable.
  • The art style and music contribute to a charming atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The lack of a skip function for previously seen dialogue makes replaying the game tedious and frustrating.
  • Players are limited to one save file with autosave, which can lead to having to restart the game entirely if a mistake is made.
  • Some players found the themes of animal cruelty and dark humor unsettling, which may not be suitable for all audiences.
  • story
    604 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Purrfect Date" is a surprising blend of light-hearted humor and darker themes, including animal experimentation and emotional depth, which many players found compelling. While some reviewers noted that the narrative can feel repetitive and padded, the intricate plot twists and character development kept many engaged, leading to a desire for multiple playthroughs to uncover all aspects of the story. Overall, the game is praised for its unique storytelling approach, though it may not appeal to those expecting a straightforward dating sim.

    • “The overarching story is a dark masterpiece that I never saw coming upon entering the game, and the individual 'romances' with the characters are absolutely beautiful.”
    • “The story is deep and dark and definitely something I was not expecting and something to really invest yourself in.”
    • “I was expecting a simple, cute dating simulator, and was really surprised with the amount of depth the story actually ended up containing.”
    • “The story is padded too much even for a dating sim with a superficial story on top.”
    • “You have to go through multiple playthroughs to end the story, which can get repetitive.”
    • “The full story contains a significant amount of animal abuse.”
  • music
    150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its charm and uniqueness, particularly the incorporation of cat sounds and catchy melodies that enhance the overall atmosphere. While some found the soundtrack to be repetitive or annoying at times, others praised its ability to evoke emotions and fit the game's whimsical theme. Overall, the music is seen as a standout feature that contributes positively to the game's experience, despite some criticisms regarding its variation and occasional irritations.

    • “The art, music, and story are all charming, and the variety of dateable cats was a breath of fresh air in a genre that's painfully homogeneous at times.”
    • “The soundtrack in this game is simply purrfect, giving fishy or serene or daring impressions when suits the story.”
    • “The music adds so much to this game, helping to express emotion to each scene just as it is supposed to.”
    • “The music is okay in places, annoying in others.”
    • “Terrible repetitive music that is more annoying than in any way supporting the situation you are in.”
    • “The humor falls flat, the music is irritating and it feels like you just have to do weird, bad, and illogical choices to progress.”
  • humor
    142 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its dark, sarcastic wit and self-aware charm, while others find it lacking or misleading compared to the upbeat trailers. Many reviews highlight the blend of light-hearted and darker themes, with some moments being genuinely funny and endearing, though others criticize the writing as mediocre or the humor as niche and not universally appealing. Overall, the game offers a unique comedic experience that resonates with some players but may disappoint those expecting a purely lighthearted tone.

    • “Purrfect Date blends mystery, intrigue, and wickedly black humor, to create the ultimate crossbreed between visual novel and dating simulator!”
    • “It's a cat dating sim that is painfully self-aware of its existence, and delivers sarcastic humor that makes it hilarious and totally endearing.”
    • “This game is hilarious, dark, and amazing.”
    • “Just text after text and it was not funny and did not grab my attention.”
    • “Is this supposed to be funny?”
    • “It's not funny, it's not cute, it's not unpredictable, it's not hard, and quite frankly, it's a dog turd.”
  • graphics
    112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the hand-drawn art style and cute details, while others criticize it as mediocre or "bad." Notably, the game features graphic depictions of violence and animal abuse, which caught many players off guard due to a lack of warnings. Overall, while the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they align with the game's themes and have a unique charm that resonates with certain audiences.

    • “The game's wonderful atmosphere, colorful and interesting characters, adorable artwork, and melodious music were an unexpected pleasure.”
    • “The story, the artwork, the soundtrack - everything just fits together so well.”
    • “I personally very much enjoy the art style; the background art in particular is beautiful and very 'desktop background' worthy.”
    • “The artwork is pretty bad.”
    • “This game's graphics ruined my PC.”
    • “The art style of the game seems a bit all over the place.”
  • gameplay
    82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this visual novel has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it simplistic and repetitive, often feeling that mechanics like the heart system and stamina management add little value. While some appreciate the branching storylines and replayability, others criticize the tedious nature of the gameplay and the lack of engaging mechanics, leading to a sense of idleness and frustration. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on storytelling and art than on delivering a compelling gameplay experience.

    • “Mechanically, the layout works well and the branching storylines allow for replayability.”
    • “If you are a completionist, this game will take at least 4 playthroughs to unlock all of the achievements, so there is a lot of replay value; I have only finished my first playthrough and got over five-and-a-half hours of gameplay in.”
    • “Overall, the gameplay is as you would expect for the genre, and while not engaging for everyone, the important thing here is the storytelling.”
    • “The heart mechanic is useless.”
    • “While I have no inherent bias against visual novels, this one lacks the charm to put up with the repetition and curiously pointless mechanics that the game puts you through to finish it.”
    • “This game is so boring; there is too much text and not enough gameplay.”
  • grinding
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, particularly due to the lack of a skip option for repetitive dialogue and the necessity of multiple playthroughs to achieve 100% completion. This repetitiveness detracts from the overall enjoyment, turning what could be an engaging experience into a frustrating chore. While the story and characters are praised, the gameplay suffers from the grindy nature of unlocking achievements and exploring different routes.

    • “Incredibly tedious, which turns an okay game into a pretty awful game.”
    • “It's tedious, it's repetitive, and no one should have to play a game that removes all the initial fun and eventually becomes a headache to complete.”
    • “The only major complaint I have is the lack of a skip option - clicking through all the dialogue after having already seen it can get very tedious.”
  • replayability
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the multiple endings and branching choices that encourage exploration, while others find the experience tedious and lacking in substantial new content after initial playthroughs. Although completionists may enjoy the challenge of unlocking achievements across several runs, the absence of features like fast-forwarding can hinder the replay experience. Overall, while there is potential for replay value, it varies significantly among players, with some finding it high and others deeming it low.

    • “It has a relatively short playtime, but different endings and activity choices also provide some replayability.”
    • “I love the replayable aspect of the game and I especially loved having new player characters for every turn, and the way every replay called back to the previous playthroughs.”
    • “If you are a completionist, this game will take at least 4 playthroughs to unlock all of the achievements, so there is a lot of replay value; I have only finished my first playthrough and got over five-and-a-half hours of gameplay in.”
    • “The achievements are buggy, and with a low replay value, it's not worth going for them.”
    • “The replayability, aside from getting more information to discover the full story, is next to nothing.”
    • “Cos while that sounds like it promises lots of story and replay value, you wouldn't know going in that those 10+ hours are going to be so tedious and frustrating.”
  • emotional
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is described as a deeply emotional experience, blending humor, heartwarming moments, and occasional darkness that can evoke strong feelings, including tears. Players appreciate its charming characters and engaging storytelling, though some note it struggles with its conclusion and lacks certain visual novel features. Overall, it is celebrated for its heartfelt narrative and emotional depth, making it a standout in the genre.

    • “Charming, intelligent, funny, touching, and at times disturbing, I will stand by this game all of my life.”
    • “I found it simultaneously horrifying and heartwarming enough to make me literally teary-eyed.”
    • “I was given this game for a birthday gift yesterday, and when I got home from work, I sat down, played through a whole first game in four hours, and found myself emotionally invested in the story.”
  • character development
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is inconsistent; while some feline characters show noticeable growth within the limited time players spend with them, others remain static. The character designs are generally well-received, with a unique art style that enhances their appeal, but the overall impact of character development is diminished by the mechanic that resets progress after each round.

    • “Despite the short time you might spend on the island, there is noticeable character development in some of the felines while others are stuck in their ways. All of this is done in a believable and well-paced manner, considering we aren't spending massive amounts of time from the player's perspective with our respective feline friend.”
    • “It does well to earn a place on screen and provides simple, easy-to-parse character design that, for the most part, can be brought to mind without having to think too much on it.”
    • “Character development will be reverted after a new round is started.”
    • “There's not really any character development, either.”
    • “Despite the short time you might spend on the island, there is noticeable character development in some of the felines while others are stuck in their ways, all of which I believe is done in a believable and well-paced manner considering we aren't spending massive amounts of time from the player's perspective with our respective feline friend.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is a blend of hostility and charm, featuring a ticking clock that adds tension while players interact with colorful characters in a whimsical setting. The delightful artwork and original, nostalgic music significantly enhance the overall experience, creating a captivating and immersive environment.

    • “The game's wonderful atmosphere, colorful and interesting characters, adorable artwork, and melodious music were an unexpected pleasure.”
    • “The music and art are super nice too and really add to the atmosphere.”
    • “So the game creates this kind of hostile atmosphere - including a ticking clock on when exactly you will transform into a cat - but then expects you to catflix & chill around with some of your foes.”
    • “The music is original, yet feels nostalgic and inspired - it really helps set the atmosphere for the island.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game appears to target a niche audience that enjoys quirky humor and cats, but it may alienate some players due to its uncomfortable themes. While the game markets itself with provocative elements, these aspects are downplayed in gameplay, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.

    • “I do find it ironic that the game seems to be advertising to a Venn diagram of people who fall in the middle of 'those who don't mind silly humor' and 'like cats', yet presents an experience that's quite uncomfortable for those of the latter.”
    • “The 'bestiality' aspect that the advertising plays up for laughs is thankfully underplayed; however, sometimes it's hard to tell if you're actually a couple with the cat of your dreams or just really good friends.”
    • “Despite the game's advertising, you won't get the, uh, mature kind of content, so you can put that out of your mind, luckily.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by buggy achievements, which detract from the overall experience and contribute to a low replay value, making them unappealing to pursue.

    • “The achievements are buggy, and with a low replay value, it's not worth going for them.”

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9h Median play time
13h Average play time
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*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

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