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The Cat and the Box

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51%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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The Cat and the Box is a single player action game. It was developed by Eli Schroeder and was released on April 20, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Built on no engine or external libraries, this game takes you through a 3D adventure rendered in a plain text window.

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80%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
atmosphere4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Unique and minimalist visual style using ASCII art creates an atmospheric and ethereal experience.
  • Engaging philosophical and narrative elements that provoke thought and curiosity.
  • Offers a distinct gameplay experience with puzzles and mind games tied to quantum mechanics and exploration.
  • The game has some frustrating difficulty spikes and clunky controls that can hinder progression.
  • Lack of clear direction and cryptic objectives sometimes cause confusion and disorientation.
  • Performance issues such as slow stage loading and visual discomfort due to camera/FOV settings.

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics use a unique ASCII and text-based art style that contributes to an eerie and intriguing atmosphere, though it can sometimes make navigation and understanding the environment frustrating. While not focused on intuitive visuals, the distinct style effectively supports the narrative and overall mood.

    • “Very cool art style, interesting world, confusing but intriguing story.”
    • “The text-based graphics give it a very different feel from any of the other games I've played.”
    • “It can be a bit frustrating at times, due to the graphics, but this game does what it strives to do and it does it well.”
    • “I couldn't tell where I was going or what I was looking at with the graphical style the game employs.”
    • “Really eerie and unsettling game, even with the ASCII graphics!”

  • atmosphere

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is praised for its unique, immersive, and ethereal qualities, with a distinctive visual style ranging from matrix-like 3D worlds to ASCII art. While sometimes abstract or visually challenging, it creates a compelling and somber experience that stands out for its originality and mood.

    • “It can be a little abstract and confusing, and occasionally offensive to the eyes but it makes up for it with amazing atmosphere, originality, and concept.”
    • “I like how the 3D world has a matrix-like design, very unique look, and immersive atmosphere (it even has some platforming).”
    • “The use of ASCII art lends itself to this ethereal atmosphere where you're never quite sure what you're looking at or where you are.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features are interesting and contribute to an enjoyable experience, though the mechanics themselves are not heavily emphasized or detailed by users. Overall, the gameplay is appreciated more for its unique aspects than for traditional quality.

    • “Interesting gameplay features.”
    • “I definitely enjoyed this experience overall.”

  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story features an intriguing and unique world complemented by a captivating art style, though it can be somewhat confusing at times.

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The Cat and the Box is a action game.

The Cat and the Box is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

The Cat and the Box was released on April 20, 2019.

The Cat and the Box was developed by Eli Schroeder.

The Cat and the Box has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Cat and the Box for its atmosphere but disliked it for its graphics.

The Cat and the Box is a single player game.

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