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Sudocats

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One • 2022

Should you play it?

Sudoku for cat people. Cats are wonderful creatures but you better not put them together without proper introduction. So, plan ahead to display them in the right order so they get along!

What works
  • Cute cat-themed sudoku with option for numbers
  • Relaxing music and visuals
  • Progression with unlocking cats and tips
  • Daily and extra puzzles for replayability
  • Supports cat adoption charity
Things to keep in mind
  • Limited puzzle count for advanced players
  • Lack of advanced sudoku features like note-taking initially
  • Some ui elements could be improved
  • No multiplayer or social features
  • Puzzles may be too easy for sudoku veterans

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Zodiacats

  • Follow the meaning

  • Cats Organized Neatly

  • Papetura

  • Proverbs

  • inbento

  • Fossil Corner

  • Paint it Back

  • Is This Seat Taken?
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Fossil Corner

  • Paint it Back

  • Little Problems: A Cozy Detective Game
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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

  • Purple star: this page’s game — everything on the map is relative to it.
  • Coloured chips: click to highlight games that mainly differ on that motivation; click again to reset.
  • Dotted line: link between this page’s game and the one selected for comparison.
  • Hover a dot for a screenshot preview, score, and top score gaps; click to compare in the panel on the right.
  • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Sudocats: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Fantasy, Story, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Idle, Survival.

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 different arcade-themed scenes and choose how to find cats and solve puzzles with optional hints and mini-games."

    Capsule for An Arcade Full of Cats An Arcade Full of Cats

    "Players freely choose to play puzzles with cats or numbers, select backgrounds and music, and decide how to solve puzzles with hints or notes."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "The game features a variety of puzzles and mini-games with varying difficulty, providing skill challenges and feedback."

    Capsule for Inbetween Land Inbetween Land

    "The game offers a range of Sudoku puzzles from easy to moderate difficulty, providing skill challenges and feedback on errors."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -4

    "Focus is on personal puzzle solving at one's own pace without competitive elements or leaderboards."

    Capsule for Poke ALL Toads Poke ALL Toads

    "Focus is on personal puzzle solving at own pace without leaderboards or ranked modes."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    3

    "Large number of puzzles and daily challenges encourage habitual and extended play sessions."

    Capsule for LYNE LYNE

    "Includes daily puzzles and extra puzzles encouraging habitual play and return visits."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    -5

    "Single-player puzzle game with no cooperative or multiplayer elements."

    Capsule for Cogs Cogs

    "Single-player puzzle game with no cooperative or multiplayer elements."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    1

    "Limited creativity in puzzle solving and UI customization; players can customize color themes but gameplay follows fixed Sudoku rules."

    Capsule for Sudoku Universe / 数独宇宙 Sudoku Universe / 数独宇宙

    "Customization of backgrounds and board colors is possible, but gameplay follows standard Sudoku rules."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; purely individual experience."

    Capsule for Poppy Playtime Poppy Playtime

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; purely individual experience."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Players use the game as a relaxing, cozy distraction with cute cats and calming music, providing stress relief and enjoyable downtime."

    Capsule for Cats Love Boxes Cats Love Boxes

    "Players use the game as a relaxing, stress-relieving activity with soothing music and cute cats."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, not due to obligation or pressure."

    Capsule for Astrox: Hostile Space Excavation Astrox: Hostile Space Excavation

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, not due to obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    2

    "Players try different puzzle sizes and settings, but mostly engage in established puzzle-solving routines."

    Capsule for Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Generations Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Generations

    "Players can experiment with cats vs numbers mode and try different puzzle sizes and hints."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    2

    "Players discover new cats and unlock levels, but exploration is limited to puzzle progression."

    Capsule for Cats Organized Neatly Cats Organized Neatly

    "Unlocking new cats and learning about them provides a mild discovery element beyond puzzles."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    2

    "Players customize cats by choosing hats, allowing some self-expression through appearance."

    Capsule for Mushroom Cats Mushroom Cats

    "Players customize visual settings and choose between cats or numbers, allowing some self-expression."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    -3

    "The game focuses on realistic card games and puzzles without fantasy or fictional narratives."

    Capsule for The Zachtronics Solitaire Collection The Zachtronics Solitaire Collection

    "The game is based on realistic Sudoku puzzles with cat imagery, no strong fantasy or fiction elements."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -4

    "Minimal social interaction; primarily a solo puzzle experience."

    Capsule for Bridge Constructor Portal Bridge Constructor Portal

    "Minimal social interaction; primarily a solo puzzle experience."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    3

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and learn mechanics progressively."

    Capsule for FRAMED Collection FRAMED Collection

    "Players learn Sudoku rules and improve puzzle-solving skills progressively."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "Sedentary puzzle game with no physical activity or health-related features."

    Capsule for Cats Organized Neatly Cats Organized Neatly

    "Sedentary puzzle game with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -4

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles; not designed for background or idle play."

    Capsule for Storyteller Storyteller

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles; not designed for background or idle play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -4

    "No close social relationships formed through gameplay."

    Capsule for 100 hidden frogs 100 hidden frogs

    "No close social relationships formed through gameplay; limited to individual engagement."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual puzzle solving."

    Capsule for Blue Prince Blue Prince

    "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual puzzle solving."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    3

    "Progression through levels, puzzle completion, and unlocking achievements provide a sense of advancement."

    Capsule for Planet of the Eyes Planet of the Eyes

    "Progression through unlocking puzzles, cats, hints, and achievements provides a sense of advancement."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    5

    "Highly relaxing and calming experience with soothing music and gentle challenge."

    Capsule for 100 hidden frogs 100 hidden frogs

    "Designed to be a calming, soothing experience with relaxing music and gentle challenge."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    2

    "Visual and auditory elements are cute and enjoyable but not intense; overall mild sensory stimulation."

    Capsule for Check it Out! Check it Out!

    "Visual and auditory elements are pleasant and cute, providing mild sensory enjoyment."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -4

    "No social recognition or competitive ranking; achievements are personal milestones."

    Capsule for Zodiacats Zodiacats

    "No social recognition or competitive ranking; achievements are personal milestones."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    2

    "Light narrative elements and messages about helping stray cats add context and emotional engagement."

    Capsule for Stray Cats in Cozy Town Stray Cats in Cozy Town

    "Includes light narrative elements about real cats and tips on cat adoption, adding context."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    3

    "Requires logical thinking and planning to solve puzzles."

    Capsule for Runaway: A Twist of Fate Runaway: A Twist of Fate

    "Requires logical thinking and planning typical of Sudoku puzzles."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    -3

    "Low suspense or risk; gameplay is steady and predictable."

    Capsule for Graveyard Keeper Graveyard Keeper

    "Low suspense or risk; gameplay is steady and predictable."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    4

    "Generally considered good value especially at discounted prices; satisfying puzzle content."

    Capsule for Munin Munin

    "Good value for price with multiple puzzles, daily challenges, and charitable aspect."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    -5

    "No violent content; focus on constructive puzzle solving."

    Capsule for Machinika: Museum Machinika: Museum

    "No violent content; focus on constructive puzzle solving."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    -5

    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable puzzle environment."

    Capsule for Baba Is You Baba Is You

    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable puzzle environment."

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