Secret Cat Forest
- November 29, 2020
- IDEASAM
Get on Apple Store"Secret Cat Forest" is a single-player kids' simulation game that offers an ingenious story and outstanding gameplay. With easy-to-use controls, players can craft furniture, fish, and rest to attract cute cats with special behaviors. The game features gorgeous visuals, a day/night cycle, and a linked Game Center. However, it does have some grinding and buggy elements. Overall, it's a wholesome and relaxing game, perfect for cat lovers.
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Reviews
- Adorable graphics and calming music create a relaxing atmosphere.
- The game encourages players to take breaks, enhancing the overall experience.
- Cats have unique personalities, and some are based on real-life cats, adding a personal touch.
- Wood collection can be slow, making it difficult to progress without watching ads or making purchases.
- Limited interaction with cats; players cannot engage with them beyond tapping.
- The game can become repetitive after a while, with not enough activities to keep players engaged.
- monetization760 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is largely praised for its non-intrusive approach, with ads being completely optional and not forced upon players. Users appreciate that they can choose to watch ads for bonuses, such as extra resources, without feeling pressured to do so, allowing for a relaxing gameplay experience. In-app purchases are also available but are not necessary for progression, making the game accessible and enjoyable without spending money.
“There are in-app purchases, but they aren't needed at all.”
“In-app purchases are totally optional and there are no forced ads.”
“No ads unless you choose to watch them for bonuses, which are very fair bonuses.”
“Wood is the only thing you use to buy furniture for your cats and I've spent multiple days collecting wood for one item but not only did it take a long time most of the wood collection comes from watching ads to get the lumberjack boost.”
“Only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is because it's not 100% free & has ads.. ads don't last too long though.”
“The game basically forces you to watch ads every time you log in because the better way to get wood is to watch a 1m ad for 1h of afk woodcutting and for some reason you're also able to upgrade this cutting rate...”
- music570 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its calming and soothing qualities, often described as beautiful and therapeutic. Players appreciate the gentle background music and nature sounds, which enhance the relaxing atmosphere of the game, making it a perfect companion for stress relief and even sleep. While many enjoy the existing tracks, some users express a desire for more music variety to keep the experience fresh.
“The music is soothing, refreshing, and calming.”
“The music, soothing sounds and chill atmosphere are just the icing on this fabulous cake.”
“The music is beautiful, as are the visuals of the game.”
“The only downside to this game is that you can't hear the music while the screen is locked or if you're outside of the app.”
“The only thing I don't like is that the default sound and music levels are very low, and when I watch an advert, it really blares into my ears, because I've turned the volume up to hear the game.”
“It's a great game... super relaxing...the kittens are so cute... I play when I'm stressed out ... it really helps... my only problem is the music... it's soothing but sometimes it gets old and I have to turn the volume down... wish there was a way for some different music we could choose from.”
- graphics531 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and aesthetic appeal, featuring adorable art styles that evoke a storybook or fairytale quality. Players appreciate the calming visuals and soothing music, which enhance the relaxing gameplay experience, while the cute cat designs and thoughtful details contribute to the overall enjoyment. Despite some critiques regarding gameplay depth, the beautiful graphics and unique art style remain a standout feature that captivates players.
“The graphics are beautiful, music smooth and the cats are so cute.”
“The graphics are lovely and you can tell that a lot of thought has gone into the development of this wonderful little world.”
“The graphics are so cute and amazing.”
“Cute graphics and charm only goes so far if it isn't really engaging, and for me, that's what this game lacks.”
“I gave it two stars because the graphics are cute, but I'm uninstalling now.”
“The graphics are decent, but I kept getting stuck with no way to close pop-ups for the game or go back and forth from one area to another.”
- gameplay137 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and casual nature, focusing on resource gathering, such as fishing and wood collection, which some players find relaxing and enjoyable. However, many reviews note a lack of diversity and depth, leading to repetitive gameplay over time. While the charming graphics and soothing music enhance the experience, some mechanics, like wood collection, can feel slow or broken, impacting overall engagement.
“The gameplay is very detailed and aesthetic.”
“The entire package here is great, the UI and menus, the gameplay, the art; beautiful direction in every aspect!”
“Super cute art style and fun gameplay with decorating the house, fishing, and getting cute cat visitors.”
“I wish I wasn't beginning to tire of the process, but some diversity in gameplay would be nice.”
“It's cute, but the only gameplay you get is opening the game every couple of hours to collect wood and fish, then leave and repeat.”
“The casual check-back-later gameplay does not mesh well with the resource-gathering mechanics, and when cats do appear, there's basically no reason to pay attention to them as you can't interact with the cats and the info fills out by itself.”
- grinding47 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game, with many noting that while the wood collection can become tedious and time-consuming, it is often balanced by a rewarding progression system and a relaxing atmosphere. Some find the grinding enjoyable and not overly intrusive, while others feel it becomes excessively grindy, especially at higher levels, leading to frustration. Overall, the game is appreciated for its cute aesthetics and calming gameplay, but the grinding can detract from the experience for some players.
“It's not too grindy and the artwork is good quality.”
“- Adorable art - Relaxing music - Great variety of cats - Clear instructions - Almost no ad pressure - Not too grindy - Has real cat photos too!”
“Once you reach the higher tier furniture items, it takes days of grinding wood to save up enough just to unlock one item.”
“It becomes so tedious when you don't have enough for a furniture.”
“Enjoyed for a few days, but farming wood became an extreme hassle.”
- atmosphere36 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhanced by beautiful art design and soothing music. Players appreciate the personal and comforting ambiance, which allows for a peaceful gaming experience, even if some find the gameplay itself to be unengaging. Overall, the game's aesthetic and tranquil atmosphere provide a delightful escape, making it ideal for unwinding after a busy day.
“The art and sound design create a beautifully calm atmosphere.”
“Beautiful relaxing music, cute design and calming atmosphere - all you need at the end of a busy day.”
“The atmosphere is very pleasant and the music puts me at ease, no matter how rough my day was.”
“However, in order to gather wood, you need to tap madly on the tree like a maniac which destroys the carefully built atmosphere of the world.”
“It could be considered boring to some but I think it's very relaxing from the art style, the simple animations, the calm music, and the lack of needing to really do anything other than sit and appreciate the atmosphere this game creates!”
“The rain and night modes add such a calming atmosphere.”
- emotional28 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as wholesome, calming, and touching. Many users express a deep emotional connection to the adorable cats, often leading to moments of joy and even tears. The game's relaxing nature and heartwarming sound effects contribute to a stress-free experience that players cherish.
“This is such a beautiful, calming and wholesome game.”
“Developers made me cry whenever I open this app.”
“I have cried over several cats already and have formed an emotional bond with them.”
- story21 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is noted to be minimal, with players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative, particularly involving individual cats and their backgrounds. While the charming graphics and relaxing atmosphere are praised, many users feel that the addition of storylines or mini-games would enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game is enjoyable and cute, but it lacks a deeper plot to engage players further.
“The graphics are what made me download the game as it reminds me of storybook/fairytale art.”
“You can unlock a story for each cat, and it tells you about them and you can get them cute outfits.”
“There is so much more storyline than it seems.”
“Doesn't require much work or thought, no plot to follow... just a cottage full of cats.”
“So cute and relaxing, but it would be nice to have a story about it and a customizable cat.”
“Its really fun and adorable but... you should add some mini games and some other things so that there's more to do. All you can do is fish and get wood; it would be nice if we could groom and play with the cats and maybe have a story for each cat that visits.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its authenticity and charm, with players enjoying the quirky, cat-like personalities and amusing details, such as the "scary cucumber" scenario. Many find the game both funny and relaxing, appreciating the cute real-life cat photos that add to the overall enjoyment. However, some users have raised concerns about inappropriate ads that detract from the otherwise lighthearted experience.
“App runs smoothly, lots of funny details to discover, feels like it's carefully crafted with love.”
“These personalities are often very cat-like, some hilariously so (scary cucumber in the basement!!) in addition, you can do everything in the game without spending a dime, all offline, and ads are optional.”
“It's funny, easy to play, and unlike most games I truly enjoy it and I like coming back and playing it after a while, so I keep it on my phone always.”
- stability17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 76 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a generally stable experience with minimal bugs or glitches, highlighting that the game is mostly clean and enjoyable. However, some users have noted issues with frequent freezing and slow gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these occasional problems, many still recommend the game for its engaging content.
“The game is clean and very much bug-free.”
“Not buggy and you don't need to make purchases to progress.”
“But the app freezes a lot and the gameplay is very slow sometimes.”
“Cute but it freezes very often.”
“Not going to waste my time on a buggy game that doesn't work.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its optimization, running smoothly with frequent updates that enhance performance. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the developers' commitment to maintaining a seamless experience. Overall, it feels well-crafted and polished.
“The game is updated frequently and runs smoothly.”
“They reply to you quickly and ensure that the game runs smoothly at all times.”
“The app runs smoothly, with lots of funny details to discover, making it feel carefully crafted with love.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for greater replayability, indicating that the current gameplay experience may not be engaging enough to encourage multiple playthroughs.
“I just wish it were more replayable.”
