Summer Paws

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"Summer Paws" is a relaxing, exploration-based game where players search for sleeping cats across 18 handcrafted summer islands. With over 100 cats to find and wake up, players can also collect sea shells, solve puzzles, and enjoy charming music. The game offers a stress-free experience with no timers or scores.

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Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 208 reviews

music14 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Adorable graphics and relaxing gameplay make it a charming experience for cat lovers.
The game features improved camera controls and a more user-friendly interface compared to previous installments.
Finding sleeping cats among many awake ones adds a fun challenge, and the soothing soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere.

The game is quite short, typically taking only 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
Some players found the hidden objects too easy to locate, reducing the challenge compared to earlier games in the series.
The lack of a hint system and the repetitive nature of tasks can lead to frustration when searching for the last few cats.

music
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
56%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere. While some users note that the soundtrack consists of royalty-free music, they appreciate that the chosen tracks are pleasant and fitting for the gameplay. Overall, the music is described as catchy, calming, and well-matched to the game's aesthetic, contributing positively to the experience.
- “Overall a nice relaxing game, with the accompanied cozy graphics and music.”
- “The music is relaxing and the meows of the cats do add to the game's atmosphere - and also work as hints as to the cat's locations.”
- “The background music is so catchy and calming.”
- “The music is royalty-free music, which is a shame, but at least the songs chosen are not annoying.”
- “The music is a little (okay, more than a little) repetitive, and sometimes the low-poly look makes finding the cats/seashells a little harder to find than you might like.”
- “If you look for something to play while you listen to music, a movie, stream or podcast then that's the game for you.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
54%
11%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and colorful art style, creating a relaxing atmosphere that complements the gameplay. While some reviews note that the graphics can appear unpolished or low-poly, many players appreciate the vibrant environments and charming character designs, making it visually appealing overall. The combination of soothing visuals and music enhances the experience, although some players find it challenging to distinguish between certain elements due to the art style.
- “Overall a nice relaxing game, with the accompanied cozy graphics and music.”
- “Graphically it looks really good, the islands are beautiful with some nice details and when you add cats on top it's cuteness overload.”
- “Gorgeous and colorful graphics in vibrant colors, lovely soundtrack, and very varied islands.”
- “The graphics are a little unpolished, especially the cats, though improved from past iterations.”
- “In this installment, the art style is very low-poly, very cheap and rounded, and environments all blend together with reused assets.”
- “I will say though it was much harder and at times frustrating due to the lack of hints and the new art style makes the cats quite hard to differentiate between cats and rocks sometimes.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
71%
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The gameplay of "Summer Paws" is characterized by its simple and intuitive mechanics, making it accessible for kids and casual players. With a focus on exploration and light puzzle elements, the game offers a relaxing experience enhanced by beautiful visuals and soothing music, though it is noted for its short playtime of around two hours. Overall, players appreciate the improvements made by the developers, such as better camera control and gamepad support, while expressing a desire for more content.
- “Another relaxing kitten game with good music, featuring very simple gameplay ideal for kids, and some islands are quite beautiful.”
- “The levels are crisp and clean, with bright colors and soft looping music that doesn't detract from the gameplay at all.”
- “There's a small but just the right amount of puzzle mechanics to figure out.”
- “The only negative thing about this game is that it ends fast (gameplay time: around 2 hours).”
- “I was sad when I was finished though, I only got about 2 hours of gameplay.”
- “Summer Paws is mostly based on looking around and exploring instead of going bald while figuring out complicated puzzle mechanics.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a relaxing soundtrack and charming sound effects, particularly the meows of the cats, which also serve as helpful hints. Players appreciate the simplicity of the controls and find the overall ambiance to be delightful and engaging.
- “The overall atmosphere of the game is just pure charm!”
- “Its got a great atmosphere and the controls are simple and straightforward.”
- “Music is relaxing and the meows of the cats do add to the game's atmosphere - and also work as hints as to the cats' locations.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a cat's mission to awaken over 100 sleeping furballs across 18 diverse islands while collecting colorful seashells. Building on the distinctive storytelling and memorable art style of its predecessors, it offers a varied narrative experience through its levels.
- “The game's goal is to visit 18 different islands on a catty mission to wake up 100+ sleeping furballs while combing the beaches for a vast collection of colorful seashells.”
- “The two previous games featured a memorable art style and distinctive storytelling through the levels, all of which varied heavily from each other.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, though not particularly difficult, and note that there are no grinding achievements to incentivize the effort.
- “Not hard, but a little tedious.”
- “Grinding achievements: no”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable enough to revisit, others note that predictable cat spawn locations significantly limit the experience.
- “I'd say that the replayability is there; I wouldn't mind playing this again next summer.”
- “Sadly, the cats spawn in the same location every time, so the replayability is low.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, noting the amusing surprise of "hidden" cats springing to life when clicked, as well as the delight of discovering sleepy kitties. The combination of these elements, along with a pleasant background soundtrack, contributes to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “The posing of the 'hidden' cats makes me laugh too, because they don't look alive if you know what I mean. It's funny to watch them spring into life once you click on them! The chill background music is pleasant as well.”
- “She finds this game amazing and hilarious, especially when I open something and find a sleepy kitty.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is characterized as very cute and wholesome, providing a relaxing experience that evokes positive emotions.
- “This game evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and warmth, making every moment feel special.”
- “The emotional storytelling truly connects with players, leaving a lasting impact long after the game is over.”
- “I found myself genuinely moved by the characters and their journeys; it’s a beautiful experience.”