The Fantastic Kitty Rue

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 20 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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On the retro-futuristic planet of Felmuria lives a little girl named Felicity Rue. Despite living in destitution, she dreams of becoming the most famous tap dancer in the galaxy! The Fantastic Kitty Rue is a blend of visual novel, point-and-click, and rhythm game!

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

62%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
story8 positive mentions
  • The game features charming characters and engaging world-building, making it a delightful experience.
  • The rhythm mini-games are fun and challenging, providing a satisfying gameplay element once players get the hang of it.
  • The art style and animation are visually appealing, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
  • The story feels incomplete and lacks resolution, leaving many plot points and world elements unexplored.
  • The rhythm game mechanics could use improvement, particularly in establishing a stronger beat and better synchronization.
  • The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more content and a deeper exploration of the world.
  • story28 mentions

    The story features cute and relatable characters, with engaging world-building and animation that many players found enjoyable. However, it suffers from an abrupt ending that leaves several plot threads unresolved, particularly as it builds momentum towards a more intriguing narrative. While some players appreciated the simplicity of the story, others felt it lacked depth and closure, expressing a desire for a more expansive continuation.

    • “The story and the characters were cute and interesting.”
    • “Characters and story are relatable, and the world-building and animation are pretty good.”
    • “The gameplay was simple, but I didn't mind because the story was so engaging.”
    • “The game is well made, however the story it presents is lacking.”
    • “And after a very abrupt ending when the story finally started to get to the interesting part of Rue entering the world of show business, it just ends.”
    • “All of this ties to a storytelling that does not resolve introduced plots.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique music-based mechanic that is enjoyable, though the lack of calibration leads to synchronization issues. While the mechanics are simple and not groundbreaking, the engaging story compensates for this simplicity. Additionally, the gameplay consists of a balanced mix of cutscenes and interactive elements, though some parts may require hints to navigate effectively.

    • “The unique gameplay of 'playing' along the music is enjoyable (however, no calibration meant that notes and music weren't synchronized).”
    • “The gameplay was simple, but I didn't mind because the story was so engaging.”
    • “And if you're looking for revolutionary dancing mechanics, this game will not end your search.”
    • “Kitty Rue's gameplay is about 50% cutscenes and 50% doing stuff - both were enjoyable, but a couple of parts of the combining were less straightforward and required using hints to get through.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their charming art style, vibrant world, and engaging character designs, contributing to an overall delightful aesthetic. However, some players noted that the visual charting in rhythm sections could be improved, as it often relies heavily on visuals for timing perfect notes. Despite this, the art style remains a strong point that many recommend.

    • “Still recommend for the art style and charm.”
    • “This is a really charming little game. I love the art style, the world, the characters, and the hints towards a possible future if this becomes a series.”
    • “The rhythm sections were fun enough, and simple compared to other rhythm games, but I have to say the charting wasn't the best most of the time and heavily relies on visuals to time perfect notes.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    Players find the game to be deeply emotional, with many expressing that the ending is particularly touching and capable of evoking tears. The overall experience is described as cute and heartwarming, leaving players eager for future installments.

    • “The ending nearly made me cry.”
    • “Very cute and heartwarming; can't wait for Mariposa.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game enhances the unique gameplay experience of playing along with it, though the lack of calibration results in a noticeable desynchronization between the notes and the music.

    • “The unique gameplay of 'playing' along with the music is enjoyable.”
  • character development2 mentions

    The character development in the game is praised for its amazing and unique designs, with each character showcasing distinct and engaging personalities that contribute to a rich narrative experience.

    • “The character designs are amazing and unique, and each character has a different and interesting personality.”
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