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A Castle Full of Cats

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, Linux, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2022

Should you play it?

A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡

What works
  • Relaxing and therapeutic gameplay
  • Adorable art and music
  • Large variety of rooms and hidden cats
  • Light story and puzzles
  • Supports real-life cat rescue
Things to keep in mind
  • Some cats can be very hard to find causing frustration
  • Zoom mechanics could be improved
  • Music can be repetitive
  • Short playtime for some
  • Minimal social or cooperative features

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Hidden Gems

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  • A Planet Full of Cats

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A Castle Full of Cats: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    4

    "Players freely explore multiple floors and rooms, choose which cats and puzzles to engage with, and solve mini-games at their own pace."

    Capsule for A Building Full of Cats 2 A Building Full of Cats 2

    "Players can explore rooms in any order, choose when to find all cats in an area or move on, and decide how to approach puzzles and hidden objects."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "The game offers a moderate challenge in finding hidden cats and items, with some puzzles and tool usage, rewarding skillful observation."

    Capsule for A Tower Full of Cats A Tower Full of Cats

    "Game offers a moderate challenge in finding cleverly hidden cats and solving light puzzles, with feedback through glowing cats and achievements."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    2

    "Includes leaderboards and score attack modes, encouraging comparison with others, though main gameplay is solo."

    Capsule for Let Them Come Let Them Come

    "Includes a leaderboard for the boss fight arcade mode, encouraging some player comparison, but main gameplay is solo and casual."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    3

    "Players report replaying multiple times, enjoying arcade and new game plus modes; some desire for more content to extend play."

    Capsule for Decimate Drive Decimate Drive

    "Players report playing through in one sitting and replaying for achievements and secrets; arcade mode supports repeated play."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    -4

    "The game is a single-player experience focused on individual objectives and exploration with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

    Capsule for My Friendly Neighborhood My Friendly Neighborhood

    "Gameplay is focused on individual exploration and discovery with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    2

    "Players interact with the environment and find hidden cats, but mostly within predefined scenes and assets."

    Capsule for A Park Full of Cats A Park Full of Cats

    "Players interact with environment to reveal hidden cats and find secret rooms, but mostly within predefined scenes."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -5

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are personal and non-competitive."

    Capsule for Find Matt's Cats Find Matt's Cats

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are personal and non-competitive."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    5

    "Players describe the game as relaxing, cozy, and a comforting escape from real life stress."

    Capsule for Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout

    "Many reviews describe the game as relaxing, therapeutic, and a way to escape real-life stress through cozy gameplay."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for Lost Lands: The Four Horsemen Collector's Edition Lost Lands: The Four Horsemen Collector's Edition

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    2

    "Players explore different cats, power-ups, and random events, encouraging some experimentation within gameplay."

    Capsule for Catlateral Damage Catlateral Damage

    "Players explore secret passages, try different strategies to find cats, and engage with new mechanics like boss fights."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    5

    "Strong emphasis on discovering new rooms, secret passages, and hidden collectibles throughout the castle."

    Capsule for The Eyes of Ara The Eyes of Ara

    "Game emphasizes discovering new rooms, secret areas, hidden cats, and items throughout a large castle environment."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    1

    "Some cosmetic options via pre-order costumes and minor customization, but limited overall."

    Capsule for The Smurfs - Mission Vileaf The Smurfs - Mission Vileaf

    "Some cosmetic elements like dressing up cats for events exist, but customization is limited overall."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    4

    "The game features a magical curse turning people into cats, witches, and supernatural elements, providing an imaginative fictional experience."

    Capsule for Hustle Cat Hustle Cat

    "The game features a fantasy setting with cursed cats, a castle, and a story involving magic and transformation."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -3

    "Mostly solo play with minimal social interaction; community engagement occurs outside the game."

    Capsule for Used Cars Simulator Used Cars Simulator

    "Mostly solo play with minimal social interaction; some community engagement exists but not central to gameplay."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    3

    "Players develop observational skills and problem-solving through progressively challenging hidden object puzzles."

    Capsule for Lots of Cats in Every Moment Lots of Cats in Every Moment

    "Players develop observational skills and puzzle-solving abilities through progressively challenging hidden object tasks."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "Sedentary point-and-click gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

    Capsule for A Mortician's Tale A Mortician's Tale

    "Sedentary point-and-click gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and find cats; not designed for background play."

    Capsule for Cats in Time Cats in Time

    "Requires focused attention to find cats and solve puzzles; not designed for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -4

    "No close social relationships formed through gameplay; interactions are limited to individual play."

    Capsule for The Basement Collection The Basement Collection

    "No close social relationships formed through gameplay; interactions are limited to personal discovery."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements; gameplay is individual and self-directed."

    Capsule for Surgeon Simulator Surgeon Simulator

    "No leadership or group management elements; gameplay is individual and self-directed."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    4

    "Players unlock new cats and levels, accumulating achievements and puzzle completion."

    Capsule for Cats Organized Neatly Cats Organized Neatly

    "Players unlock new rooms, collect keys and items, and achieve milestones by finding cats and completing quests."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    5

    "Widely described as a relaxing, calming, and soothing experience with peaceful music and art."

    Capsule for Glass Masquerade 3: Honeylines Glass Masquerade 3: Honeylines

    "Widely described as a relaxing, cozy, and therapeutic experience with calming music and art."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    3

    "Enjoyable visuals, animations, and music provide sensory pleasure and emotional fun."

    Capsule for Go-Go Town! Go-Go Town!

    "Enjoyable visual style, animations, and music provide sensory pleasure and emotional fun."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    1

    "Leaderboards and multiplayer provide some recognition, but limited social status emphasis."

    Capsule for RIDE 5 RIDE 5

    "Leaderboards for arcade mode provide some recognition, but main gameplay is low on social status elements."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    4

    "Strong narrative focus with emotional storylines about cats and shelter life."

    Capsule for A Shelter Full of Cats A Shelter Full of Cats

    "Includes a light narrative about cursed cats and a castle, with characters and a final boss fight."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    2

    "Puzzles require some planning and problem solving but are generally accessible and casual."

    Capsule for A Building Full of Cats 2 A Building Full of Cats 2

    "Requires some planning to find cats, use items, and unlock areas, but puzzles are generally light and accessible."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    1

    "Some mild tension in boss fight but overall low risk and lighthearted gameplay."

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    "Some tension in timed boss fight, but overall gameplay is calm and low-risk."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    4

    "Players feel the game offers good value for price given its unique gameplay and ongoing updates."

    Capsule for Hellish Quart Hellish Quart

    "Players feel the game offers good value for price with many cats, rooms, achievements, and support for cat rescue."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    -5

    "No violence; gameplay centers on caring for and helping cats."

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    "No violence; gameplay centers on finding and helping cats, with a peaceful and wholesome theme."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    -5

    "No survival or threat elements; environment is stable and safe."

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    "No survival or threat elements; environment is stable and safe."

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