The Cat and the Coup

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The Cat and the Coup is a single player platformer game. It was developed by peterbrinson and was released on September 24, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In The Cat and the Coup, you play the cat of Dr. Mohammed Mossadegh, the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Iran. During the summer of 1953, the CIA engineered a coup to bring about his downfall. As a player, you coax Mossadegh back through significant events of his life by knocking objects off shelves, scattering his papers, and scratching him.

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals inspired by traditional Iranian Miniatures, creating a unique and engaging art style.
It serves as an educational piece that raises awareness about the 1953 Iranian coup, making history accessible to casual gamers.
The gameplay, while simple, effectively uses interactive elements to convey a poignant narrative about Dr. Mossadegh and the events surrounding his downfall.

The game is very short, taking only about 15-30 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
Gameplay mechanics are simplistic and may not provide enough challenge for those looking for a more engaging experience.
The remastered version does not significantly enhance gameplay or story, leading some to question the value of the upgrade.

graphics
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their rich symbolism and historical narrative, drawing inspiration from traditional Iranian miniatures and featuring vibrant colors and intricate geometric patterns. While some players noted minor differences in quality across platforms, the overall art style, including detailed backgrounds and unique visual motifs, significantly enhances the experience. The remastered version is particularly lauded for its beautiful graphics, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of visually striking games.
- “100% worth it for the digital remaster as well; the improved graphics are beautiful.”
- “The graphics are largely inspired by traditional Iranian miniatures and feature a mix of medieval-style figures with masterful geometric patterns and vibrant colors.”
- “It's very short (I finished it in 30 minutes without rushing) and boasts a unique art style: a mash-up of Persian motifs and Western surrealism, with a few agitprop touches along the way.”
- “Preferred this version due to the visuals and newer art that filled most of the black void of the original.”
story
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The story of *The Cat and the Coup* presents a semi-interactive documentary experience that recounts the true events surrounding the overthrow of Iran's first democratically-elected prime minister, Mohammed Mossadegh. The game combines somber historical themes with whimsical imagery, creating an emotional contrast that engages players while delivering key narrative points. Although brief, the striking presentation and impactful storytelling encourage reflection and sharing among players.
- “[i] The Cat and the Coup [/i] tells the true story of the western-backed overthrow of Mohammed Mossadegh, the first (and arguably only) democratically-elected prime minister of Iran.”
- “The Cat and the Coup is a short game and almost more like a semi-interactive documentary story.”
- “I find this makes for an emotional hodge-podge as your mood is down from the depressing state of the true events being told in the story but also entertained and lighthearted from the comical images which are moving it forward.”
- “It's not a detailed story; you get the bullet points, but this will help me remember.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily focused on storytelling, resembling a walk through a picture book with simple environmental puzzles. While it doesn't significantly enhance basic mechanics, the improved graphics and sound contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “I like how gameplay is used here to tell the story.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's a bit like walking through a picture book, with a few simple environmental puzzles to solve along the way.”
- “It doesn't upgrade the basic mechanics in a noticeable way, but the improved graphics and sound are worth the tiny cost.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of contrasting feelings, as players experience a mix of sadness from the serious true events depicted in the story and amusement from the humorous elements that accompany it, creating a complex emotional landscape.
- “I find this makes for an emotional hodgepodge, as my mood is down from the depressing state of the true events being told in the story, but I am also entertained and lighthearted from the comical images that are moving it forward.”

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