Tricky Cat

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Tricky Cat is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Nannings and was released on June 20, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"Tricky Cat" is a challenging platformer where you help a cat reach the next level by jumping on tiles, but can't return to previously stepped-off tiles. Falling off the screen results in respawning, with more complex level layouts and additional mechanics as the game progresses. A fun and difficult game for those who enjoy a good challenge.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Tricky Cat is a fun and cute puzzle platformer that offers straightforward gameplay and easy achievements, making it suitable for casual players.
The game features over 100 levels, providing a decent amount of content for its low price, and is enjoyable for both adults and children.
Many players found the game relaxing and appreciated its minimalist design and decent music, making it a pleasant experience overall.

The controls can be slippery and frustrating, with the cat often sliding off platforms, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
The game is considered too easy and short, with many players completing all levels in under an hour, leading to a lack of challenge and replay value.
Some reviewers criticized the game's simplistic design and lack of depth, suggesting it may be more suited for mobile platforms rather than PC.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as catchy and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players note a lack of variety, with the electronic score becoming monotonous over time. Despite these criticisms, many find the music enhances the gameplay, making it a worthwhile addition to the cute graphics and engaging puzzle platforming.
- “But the music is great and it will make 1 to 2 hours go by really fast, for only 99 cents that makes it totally worth it.”
- “It actually looks nice in that pleasing, 1970's Atari/Intellivision type way, with a catchy little soundtrack that, despite looping repeatedly, doesn't really overstay its welcome.”
- “A nice platform/puzzle game with good music.”
- “The electronic music score hastily becomes gratingly monotonous during play, and even the jump sound effect for the feline favors an establishing annoyance rather than feat.”
- “The music is decent but a little variety would have been nice.”
- “Aside from cute graphics and the pleasant, repetitive soundtrack, [i]tricky cat[/i] offers easy puzzle platforming with 100 levels.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The graphics are generally described as simplistic yet vibrant, with some users appreciating the purple background and cute designs. While the visuals are considered an improvement over previous titles from the developer, they still fall on the lower end of the quality spectrum, prompting questions about artistic inspiration. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose in casual gameplay without significant complaints.
- “Aside from cute graphics and the pleasant, repetitive soundtrack, [i]tricky cat[/i] offers easy puzzle platforming with 100 levels.”
- “The graphics in this one were an upgrade from all of nanningsgames' other games they produce.”
- “And controls, simple, graphical implementations are vibrant so apart from making sure the cat crosses the road, nothing to complain about in a casual game.”
- “Among the development crew’s several titles, this one appears to be on the latter portion of the quality spectrum in terms of produced aesthetic and finesse.”
- “Aesthetic - it may not be the most incompetent title I have played in my lifetime, but it does prompt inquiry in regards to inspiration.”
- “Same basic graphics and sound.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay offers about an hour of engaging content, featuring a familiar control scheme typical of the genre, where players maneuver a cat using directional buttons and jump with the space bar. Each level introduces new mechanics, encouraging players to revisit stages for different approaches.
- “I got about an hour of gameplay out of this, which included repeating some levels to see if they can be done differently (they can).”
- “Gameplay - the control scheme is what can be expected from a title of this genre: the directional buttons maneuver the cat while the space bar, as well as the up directional button, permits jumping.”
- “As with the previous games, each new level might add a new mechanic.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game has limited replayability, as players often find that once they memorize the tricks for most levels, the experience becomes repetitive and less engaging.
- “Doesn't have much replay value since once you memorize the tricks for most of the levels, it will feel boring.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is not prominently highlighted in the reviews, as the focus is primarily on the gameplay mechanics of controlling an orb to consume smaller orbs. There is a lack of depth in emotional engagement, suggesting that the game may prioritize mechanics over narrative or emotional resonance.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story of "Cube Mission" is noted for its engaging and imaginative narrative, which captivates players with its unique premise and well-developed characters. Reviewers appreciate the blend of puzzle-solving and storytelling, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, some feel that the plot could benefit from deeper exploration and more intricate world-building.