Wires And Whiskers

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Wires And Whiskers is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by Raphaël Daubelcour and was released on July 31, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Wires and Whiskers is a fast-paced local co-op game where players control a cybernetic lab gerbil and its armed exosuit, combining melee agility with long-range attacks. Together, they solve magnetic puzzles and fight mutated enemies in an irradiated world. Precise coordination is key to surviving this tactical combat experience.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 481 reviews

gameplay33 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Extremely fun co-op gameplay with polished mechanics and smooth performance.
Cute and charming visuals, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
Short but engaging, perfect for a quick gaming session with a friend.

The game is very short, typically taking only about 20-30 minutes to complete.
Limited to local co-op or remote play, which can be buggy and requires at least one controller.
Lacks depth in story and gameplay, feeling more like a demo than a full game.

gameplay
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
32%
6%
The gameplay is characterized by polished mechanics and smooth performance, offering a fun co-op experience reminiscent of games like "It Takes Two." While the game is relatively short, typically around 20-30 minutes, it features unique mechanics and engaging puzzles that encourage teamwork. Overall, players appreciate the creative design and enjoyable interactions, despite some minor issues with camera angles and sound effects.
- “The mechanics are very polished in this game and everything runs pretty smoothly.”
- “Gameplay is simple but there are enough fun interactions between the two characters to make it consistently entertaining.”
- “The mechanics are fun and creative, the set design is beautiful, and the visuals are top-tier.”
- “This game has no music background, can't move freely, ridiculous concept enemies, forced co-op gameplay.”
- “Whole game felt like a small gameplay trailer; better to play something else.”
- “Very short gameplay finished in 20 minutes; 2 player barely works if you aren't playing on the same TV with split screen.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
15%
6%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their high quality, distinct art style, and appealing design, with many reviewers noting the visuals as a standout feature. Players appreciate the cute and polished aesthetics, which enhance the overall experience, despite some criticism regarding the game's short length. Overall, the visuals are considered exceptional, especially for a free game, and contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Wires & Whiskers is an amazing game, the art style is adorable and the controls are easy to pick up.”
- “The graphics are surprisingly good for a free game, and I’d love to see the author expand it into a longer experience in the future if possible.”
- “Props to the teams involved in the creation of this game, the graphics are really, really good too; absolutely blew my mind for a free game.”
- “Graphics is probably spec friendly.”
- “This game brings a new experience in co-op action game with high quality graphics.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
61%
12%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players praising its immersive and playful elements while others lament its brevity and lack of depth. Many users express a desire for a more developed narrative and a full-length game that expands on the existing concepts, highlighting the potential for a richer storytelling experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, there is a strong call for more substantial story content in future iterations.
- “Wow, I was blown away when I heard the backstory behind the creation of this game. It's extremely well made, entertaining, and well worth the playthrough.”
- “The story is so immersive and playful.”
- “Really fun game for a friend or partner. I would love to see a full version of the game with more storytelling, as the dynamics between the duo are strong and have great potential.”
- “It was so easy, no challenge at all, no story, nothing.”
- “There isn't much of a story if there's any at all, the graphics and controls are very good and natural, when you're just about to 'master the controls' it just kind of ends.”
- “What I would like to see is more hints about a story and the why of it all, something like this would really hook the player.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
22%
22%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with some players noting a lack of background music and suggesting improvements, while others praise the soundtrack for its enjoyable and fitting qualities that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews highlight the music's ability to complement the game's visuals and mechanics, contributing positively to the fun and engaging atmosphere. Overall, while there are calls for enhancement, the music is generally appreciated for its charm and effectiveness.
- “Cute and fun couch co-op with music that reminds me of Fallout.”
- “Great graphics, fantastic detail in the design work, nice soundtrack - awesome job to the team!!”
- “Absolutely love this, congratulations to the team of students that put this piece of art together, from the sound effects to the character art, gameplay mechanics, environment design and art, with the music bringing it all together.”
- “This game has no background music, can't move freely, ridiculous concept, enemies forced co-op gameplay.”
- “Liked everything, but the audio/music could be improved.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it cute, funny, and engaging, often highlighting the playful banter between teammates. Many reviewers express a desire for a larger game, appreciating the short but entertaining gameplay that lasts around 20-25 minutes. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “It's funny, I've liked it; it's like a small demo. Thanks to the team! I hope they've approved the subject with this project, and my partner and I hope to see a big project from them in the future :)”
- “Very good game made by students, offers you 25 minutes of pretty funny gameplay and very interesting mechanics.”
- “It’s delightful and genuinely funny, with playful banter between teammates as you dash, aim, and solve puzzles together.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique art style and immersive sound design, creating an engaging experience that encourages players to keep playing. Overall, the atmosphere is described as cool and captivating.
- “The game features a distinct art style and captivating atmosphere.”
- “We wanted to keep playing; the atmosphere was very cool.”
- “The atmosphere and sound design were exceptional.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging rather than tedious, as it showcases polished visuals and enjoyable puzzles and combat. However, some users feel that the grinding can be time-consuming, suggesting that it may require a significant investment of time.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Users report that the game's optimization is generally good, highlighting noticeable performance improvements. However, some have pointed out that there are still areas where optimization could be further enhanced.
- “The optimization in this game leads to a significant improvement in performance.”
- “I've noticed a remarkable difference in optimization compared to previous versions.”
- “The game's optimization ensures smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I was disappointed by the optimization; it feels like the game was rushed and not properly tested on various hardware configurations.”
- “Despite having a powerful PC, I still experience lag and long loading times, which indicates poor optimization.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is criticized due to frequent connection issues during remote play, with users reporting bugs that disrupt gameplay every five minutes. Local co-op is available, but the online experience is notably unreliable.
- “Sadly, only local co-op or remote play, which is so buggy that my friend had connection issues every 5 minutes.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a wholesome experience crafted by genuine talent, resonating positively with players.
- “A wholesome project made by real talent.”

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Wires And Whiskers is a casual action adventure game.

Wires And Whiskers is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Wires And Whiskers.

Wires And Whiskers was released on July 31, 2025.

Wires And Whiskers was developed by Raphaël Daubelcour.

Wires And Whiskers has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Wires And Whiskers is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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