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Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 2.0 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD 4000 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 2.66 GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD 510 Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible

Cattails | Become a Cat!

Niche cult favorite
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Released December 1, 2017
sample: 409 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 2,688 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
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Whisker-deep in feline routine, 215 dedicated players have logged over 25 hours exploring the wilderness, steering the post-launch phase to 384 positive votes out of 409 sampled logs. This life simulator captures a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere that resonates across 2,688 total reviews with 96 percent overall approval.

What it's about: Become a cat! Cattails is a unique animal simulation RPG. Hunt for food, fight invading cats, explore to gather herbs, and socialize with other cats in an expansive open world. Get married and raise a family of kittens, befriend your neighbors, and learn to live in the dangerous wilderness!

In-game

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« Le principe est mignon mais j'ai eu du mal à accrocher, dommage Je laisse un avis positif car le jeu n'est pas mal fichu ou quoi ! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 0 h played1
« awakened the inner 13 year old girl who binge read warrior cats inside »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 8 h played2
« its a good game. not sure how i spent 2000 hours on it but i recommend you play it »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 2126 h played11
« This game lets me roleplay as a stupid orange cat who eats bugs and still pulls a feline baddie as his wife. I also like to give drugs to our kittens to make them love me »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 121 h played11
« A+ game, especially if you were one of the Warrior Cats kids that made their own Clans and OCs and wrote stories about them or ran around the playground pretending to be a fighting cat (hi, me) »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 4 h played1
« emo cat accepted my proposal and now we have 3 kittens and he calls me starling. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 31 h played1
« why is there money !!!!!! savanna is presently watching me starve to death in front of her shop full of fresh kill and cheerfully asking me to find items for her.. -_- i just wanted to be a cat ?? not be poor ?? »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 1 h played1
« Listen I love cats but I have to say this - this game is a sole copy paste of Stardew Valley to me but people are replaced with cats. Also, the game is, unfortunately, too boring. After 2 hours I literally could not enjoy it anymore »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 5 h played
« Why does a purchased game on Steam have mobile adware? Not acceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 1 h played
« Just wondering/sneaking around trying to find anything to eat whilst my cat starves isn't exactly fun »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 4 h played
« Like Stardew, except cats... yeah. And except inferior in every imaginable way. Overwhelmingly overrated on Steam by cat owners community. Don't fall for it even if you own one (like me). »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 9 h played
« A very cute game and story for those who are into survival and eventual improvement not only of your character but their relationship with their fellow kitties. I recommend Cattails for those who grew up on Warrior Cats. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 21 h played1

In players' words

« Le principe est mignon mais j'ai eu du mal à accrocher, dommage Je laisse un avis positif car le jeu n'est pas mal fichu ou quoi ! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 0 h played1
« why is there money !!!!!! savanna is presently watching me starve to death in front of her shop full of fresh kill and cheerfully asking me to find items for her.. -_- i just wanted to be a cat ?? not be poor ?? »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 1 h played1
« awakened the inner 13 year old girl who binge read warrior cats inside »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 8 h played2
« Listen I love cats but I have to say this - this game is a sole copy paste of Stardew Valley to me but people are replaced with cats. Also, the game is, unfortunately, too boring. After 2 hours I literally could not enjoy it anymore »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 5 h played
« its a good game. not sure how i spent 2000 hours on it but i recommend you play it »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 2126 h played11
« Why does a purchased game on Steam have mobile adware? Not acceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 1 h played
« This game lets me roleplay as a stupid orange cat who eats bugs and still pulls a feline baddie as his wife. I also like to give drugs to our kittens to make them love me »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 121 h played11
« Just wondering/sneaking around trying to find anything to eat whilst my cat starves isn't exactly fun »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2024 · 4 h played
« A+ game, especially if you were one of the Warrior Cats kids that made their own Clans and OCs and wrote stories about them or ran around the playground pretending to be a fighting cat (hi, me) »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 4 h played1
« Like Stardew, except cats... yeah. And except inferior in every imaginable way. Overwhelmingly overrated on Steam by cat owners community. Don't fall for it even if you own one (like me). »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 9 h played
« emo cat accepted my proposal and now we have 3 kittens and he calls me starling. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2025 · 31 h played1
« A very cute game and story for those who are into survival and eventual improvement not only of your character but their relationship with their fellow kitties. I recommend Cattails for those who grew up on Warrior Cats. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 21 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=130
Story / writing
78 % pos · n=41
Graphics / art
86 % pos · n=22
Content / longevity
79 % pos · n=19
Audio / music
75 % pos · n=8
Value for money
67 % pos · n=6
Performance
33 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay13011668
Story / writing413254
Graphics / art221930
Content / longevity191540
Audio / music8620
Value for money6402
Performance3111
Stability / bugs3003
Interface / UX3201

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 28 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.8 h.

🪤 42 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
64 % (n=28)
2-10h
88 % (n=58)
10-25h
99 % (n=108)
>25h
97 % (n=215)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+9 pts) — updates have won players over
Dec 2023 : 100% positive100DecJan 2024 : 95% positive95JanMar 2024 : 79% positive79MarApr 2024 : 83% positive83AprJun 2024 : 92% positive92JunJul 2024 : 100% positive100JulAug 2024 : 100% positive100AugNov 2024 : 94% positive94NovJan 2025 : 100% positive100JanJul 2025 : 93% positive93JulJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanMar 2026 : 100% positive100Mar

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€1.63€4.84€8.05€11.26€14.47€3.11

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 19, 2026 · All-time low: €3.11 (Aug 19, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 43 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,6 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Core mechanics drive the engagement, securing 116 positive mentions out of 130 in gameplay discussions.
  • Fictional feline lore connects well with the audience, yielding 32 positive mentions out of 41 regarding the story.
  • Charming visual presentation receives steady praise with 19 positive mentions out of 22 in graphics.
  • Long-term dedication thrives, backed by 215 sampled players logging over 25 hours at a 97 percent positive rate.

Weaknesses

  • Technical stability falters for a tiny fraction of users, showing 3 negative mentions out of 3 regarding bugs.
  • Minor friction in the interface appears in the data, with 1 negative mention out of 3 concerning the user interface.

Who is it for?

Virtual pet enthusiasts and fans of relaxing indie life simulations who want a cozy feline adventure will feel right at home.

Is Cattails | Become a Cat! worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 2,688 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics drive the engagement, securing. Current price: 12,99€.

Verdict

With a staggering 96 percent positive history across 2,688 total reviews, this charming cat simulator delivers long-lasting comfort. Despite minor technical hiccups, the wilderness awaits anyone eager to hunt, explore, and build a feline legacy.

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