Spooky Cats

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 279 reviews
  • music
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  • graphics
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"Spooky Cats" is a lighthearted, whimsical simulation game where players take on the role of a cat living in a haunted house. Complete various tasks and activities to unlock new areas, meet other spooky cats, and customize your home with various decorative items. The game features charming, humorous narration and is perfect for casual players looking for a fun, stress-free experience.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 279 reviews
music9 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • The game features a cute cat protagonist and a humorous, spooky atmosphere that adds charm to the gameplay.
  • Controls are responsive and intuitive, making the platforming mechanics enjoyable and accessible for casual players.
  • Despite its simplicity, the game provides a fun and light-hearted experience, perfect for short play sessions.
  • The game is very short, with only 19 levels that can be completed in under an hour, leading to a lack of replay value.
  • Visuals are often too dark, making it difficult to see platforms and navigate levels effectively.
  • The overall gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with some players finding it unchallenging and uninspired.
  • music44 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its high quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, particularly the chilling ambient tracks and epic rock music during action sequences. However, some players noted that the limited number of tracks leads to repetitive looping, which can detract from the experience over time. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally enjoyable and fits the game's quirky theme, its repetitiveness may not appeal to everyone.

    • “The soundtrack of this game is of the highest quality; the ambient music that plays while in the haunted mansion is very chilling, and then in the action parts, there is the most epic rock music with a guitar riff that is like no other.”
    • “The music consists of two songs of vastly different styles: one is a sort of ambient 'spooky' one, while the other is something you'd more expect in a hardcore platformer.”
    • “Atmospheric, great music, and enjoyable gameplay.”
    • “Kudos to the developers for leaning into the silly casual concept and adding a couple good laughs along the way - the sound effects are particularly funny, although the music ranges from annoying to catchy.”
    • “The music is very adequate, though limited (3 tracks looped).”
    • “The same music tracks repeat again and again, making you wish there were more aural motivational diversity after you've played for a while.”
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by tight controls and frantic mechanics, including double jumps and wall jumps, which some players find enjoyable despite the lack of narrative depth and aesthetic appeal. While the game offers a simple and sometimes tedious platforming experience, it features smooth movement and quirky elements that can be engaging for a short playtime. However, many reviewers note that the gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks originality, making it less appealing for those seeking a more substantial gaming experience.

    • “But the controls and movements are reasonably tight and consistent, and the gameplay is frantic enough—full of double jumps, wall jumps, and roll attacks.”
    • “Overall, it's cheap, the gameplay is smooth, and the cats are cute.”
    • “These gameplay elements combined kept me playing far longer than I expected for my initial play.”
    • “I don't see how this game has mostly positive reviews; it confuses me because this game is mind-numbingly boring and the gameplay makes zero sense.”
    • “Only half of the control mechanics are explained, and the game does a terrible job with darkness.”
    • “With less than an hour of gameplay, some people may find it to be a waste of time and money.”
  • graphics23 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the low-quality retro pixel art and amateurish designs, while others appreciate the cute and simplistic aesthetic. Many note that the visuals lack detail and contrast, making certain elements hard to see, but some find charm in the game's quirky art style. Overall, the graphics are seen as a secondary focus to gameplay, appealing primarily to those who enjoy indie titles.

    • “The graphics are beautiful; I played this with RTX on and honestly, it looks the same as real life. Lastly, the animations are outstanding; they have the fluidity and appeal of a Pixar film.”
    • “The game is not visually displeasing, and the art style is very goofy and quite adorable. The majority of the game is very dark, but your pink character is a huge contrast compared to the environment and enemies.”
    • “This game is really cute; I love the art style, and the gameplay is quirky but good.”
    • “The artwork here is terrible; it's a blend of old retro pixel 'art' used as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, and some of the most amateurish MS Paint style drawings I've ever seen.”
    • “It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can do graphics properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low as a result of these decisions.”
    • “The art style is at the very least consistent, but there are only a handful of platform textures used throughout the game, and none of them are particularly visually pleasing.”
  • story18 mentions

    The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some praising its depth and emotional resonance, likening it to Shakespearean themes, while others criticize it for being minimal or non-existent, reducing the experience to simple gameplay mechanics. Many players noted that the lack of a substantial narrative allows for easier engagement with the game, though some expressed disappointment over the execution of dialogue and plot coherence. Overall, the story aspect varies significantly, from being a highlight for some to a negligible element for others.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “The storyline is amazing; it was like watching Shakespeare's work come to life.”
    • “The story-line is so complex yet just so perfect that it's hard to even think that anyone could have possibly thought of it!”
    • “There's no story, you just try to finish the 18 stages while collecting coins to unlock the final boss stage.”
    • “The story is almost non-existent and sometimes you're just jumping around with no idea where to go.”
    • “The gameplay is average and has plot holes, such as why is there a human girl whose spirit needs to be put back into her body, what happened to the protagonist's mother?”
  • humor16 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its silliness and charm, with players enjoying the funny sound effects and quirky mechanics, such as the unusual spacebar spin dash. While the game is described as short, it delivers a lighthearted experience filled with cute cats and dark humor, making it appealing to fans of platformers. However, some players noted that the humor can become repetitive over time, and the overall experience may not provide extensive gameplay hours.

    • “Kudos to the developers for leaning into the silly casual concept and adding a couple good laughs along the way - the sound effects are particularly funny, although the music ranges from annoying to catchy.”
    • “The game is funny, doesn't take itself too seriously and has decent platforming and puzzles.”
    • “Worth it for the humor and adorable kitties and cute noises and pennies.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional response to the game, with elements of fear and tension heightened by the soundtrack, which ranges from spooky to upbeat. The horror aspects elicit genuine fright, leading to moments of yelling and crying, while gameplay mechanics can lead to frustration due to a lack of feedback when losing lives. Overall, the emotional experience is marked by a mix of excitement and anxiety, contributing to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “Sorry, I'm getting emotional.”
    • “This is definitely a horror game; I was frightened about what would come next, I yelled, I cried.”
    • “There were a few soundtracks, some having a spooky vibe, not really giving an eerie feel but making you feel like you should keep a lookout for any enemies that may get you, and one that was quite upbeat and made me feel like rushing through the level which made me die a few times.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is unbalanced, with sudden spikes in difficulty that can lead to frustration. Players find the gameplay to be rudimentary and often tedious, particularly in later levels where complex mazes and distant objectives contribute to a sense of chore-like progression. Overall, while some may appreciate the simplicity, many feel that the grinding detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
    • “The grind is real, but the sense of achievement you get from leveling up makes it all worth it.”
    • “I love how grinding feels purposeful; every hour spent enhances my character and enriches the gameplay experience.”
    • “It's a rudimentary platformer that borders on tedious.”
    • “By the end, the game throws mazes filled with ghosts and spawns locked doors and keys as far away from each other, making the game a tedious chore.”
    • “If that's what you're looking for (and you don't mind super-basic and tedious platformer gameplay), go ahead.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game has low replayability due to the lack of a restart option and the quick completion time, with players noting that once all collectibles are gathered, there is little incentive to play again. Overall, while enjoyable, the game’s brevity and limited content diminish its replay value.

    • “Once you've collected all the pennies in the game, they are no longer needed in future playthroughs, and considering there is no restart button, it makes the replay value of this game very low.”
    • “Beating the game will be easy for any solid gamer to accomplish in less than an hour, and I wouldn’t say that the game has much replay value.”
    • “Though enjoyable, it lacks length and replay value.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization of "Spooky Cats" is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing disappointment that a low-quality mobile app has been poorly ported to Steam. The game is described as uninspired and lacking originality, reinforcing the perception that it prioritizes profit over quality.

    • “Spooky Cats is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it was a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile devs. This mobile app is a craptastic 2D retro pixel/MS-Paint platformer with a cat theme, but a badly drawn blob is a badly drawn blob.”
    • “Collect the coins, dash into enemy cats to kill them. This really is uninspired shovelware, but what should we expect from crappy mobile apps being foisted on Steam as cash grabs?”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its effective and immersive horror theme, avoiding cheap jump-scares while creating a genuinely ominous environment that lingers with players long after they finish.

    • “It doesn't resort to ridiculous and needless jump scares; it immerses you in a horrific and ominous atmosphere that will certainly keep you up for the next month or so!”
    • “Good theme, atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to truly engage players.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real sense of fear or tension.”
    • “The world feels lifeless and disconnected, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading users to describe it as a "big terrarium" for stability issues.

    • “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
    • “The frame rate drops significantly during intense moments, making it unplayable.”
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