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97% User Score Based on 75 reviews

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Unlock The Cat is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Minicactus Games and was released on March 2, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Unlock the Cat" is a charming puzzle game where players help a mini cactus named Esa navigate through different rooms to find her lost cats. Each level features unique mechanics and engaging puzzles that require creative thinking and observation skills. The game's whimsical art style and delightful soundtrack create a relaxing atmosphere that makes it enjoyable for players of all ages.

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Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews
music7 positive mentions
  • The game features charming graphics and relaxing music, creating a cozy atmosphere for players.
  • The puzzles offer a good balance of difficulty, starting easy and progressively becoming more challenging, which keeps the gameplay engaging.
  • Unlock The Cat is a cute and enjoyable puzzle game that appeals to both casual players and puzzle enthusiasts.
  • The controls can be frustrating, as blocks do not snap into place, leading to occasional misalignments during gameplay.
  • Some players found the game to be too simple or not satisfying enough, especially after reaching the mid-levels.
  • The lack of hints or level skips can make it challenging for players who get stuck on difficult puzzles.
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a tranquil atmosphere. Many players find it enjoyable and fitting for the game's aesthetic, although some noted that it may not be engaging enough to sustain interest over time. Overall, the soundtrack complements the beautiful graphics and gameplay, making it a notable aspect of the game.

    • “I adored the music in this game and the little cat honestly made this very enjoyable.”
    • “The scenery is beautiful, the cat is cute, the music is hypnotic and it’s a sliding puzzle to make ways for the cat to reach his destination.”
    • “Great soundtrack, the art is very beautiful and very interesting gameplay, I recommend it.”
    • “I can’t play the game with the music or sound on although the music is very soothing.”
    • “The music was very relaxing.”
    • “Tranquil music to listen to while the kitty distracts you from your goal.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their charm and cuteness, enhancing the overall appeal of the simple puzzle mechanics. Users appreciate the vibrant artwork and the engaging visual style, which effectively captures attention and complements the gameplay. Overall, the graphics are described as beautiful and well-suited for the game's lighthearted theme.

    • “The artwork is cute and the scene changes every few levels.”
    • “Simple and charming graphics which really help to grab the attention of my tutees, especially the little kitten who sometimes playfully flips around onto his back.”
    • “Beautiful game, with great music and graphics.”
    • “However, in this case, the graphics and conceit of this game are really cute, but the controls are mostly okay (although getting the cat to move to the exit always seemed to involve slightly longer dragging than I expected).”
    • “"Cute" graphics for the simplicity of this game.”
    • “[i]Unlock the Cat[/i] is a variation of this classic game, slightly altering the old mechanics yet keeping the gameplay the same and wrapping it into some charming visuals.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of [i]unlock the cat[/i] is praised for its charming visuals and solid mechanics, offering a perfect gameplay loop that enhances the classic formula. While the connection between theme and mechanics is noted as lacking, the overall experience is elevated by good music and beautiful art, making it an enjoyable variation of its genre.

    • “Short but incredibly cute game, perfect gameplay loop and being able to rotate the camera elevates this above most variants of this genre.”
    • “[i]Unlock the Cat[/i] is a variation of this classic game, slightly altering the old mechanics yet keeping the gameplay the same and wrapping it into some charming visuals.”
    • “Great soundtrack, the art is very beautiful and the gameplay is very interesting; I recommend it.”
    • “There's no connection between theme and mechanics.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers decent replayability, as players are likely to forget the solutions to higher-level puzzles after their initial playthrough, encouraging multiple attempts to solve them.

    • “The replay value is also quite good as you likely won't remember how to solve most of the higher-level puzzles until you've played them through several times.”
    • “Decent replay value.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely regarded as very funny and endearing, contributing to its overall charm.

    • “Very funny and cute!”
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Unlock The Cat is a casual puzzle game.

Unlock The Cat is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

Unlock The Cat was released on March 2, 2021.

Unlock The Cat was developed by Minicactus Games.

Unlock The Cat has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its replayability.

Unlock The Cat is a single player game.

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