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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 2 Ghz Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 2GB, Shader Model 2.0 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : yes

Cats in Time

Niche cult favorite
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Released August 26, 2021
sample: 445 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 1,407 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
4,49€ 3,59€ -20%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Feline seekers spend between two and ten hours unravelling dioramas, anchored by 340 reviews in that precise sweet spot holding a 95 percent approval rate. Across 1407 total Steam reviews, 96 percent reflect glowing satisfaction with post-release standing holding steady at 95 percent across 445 sampled players.

What it's about: Puzzle relaxant sur le sauvetage de chats perdus dans le temps. C'est fou, non?

In-game

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« C'est quand même sympa un chat. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« détente et calme à la recherche de petits chatons »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Jeu terminé à 100% en environ 4h en prenant notre temps. Jeu très très chill qui vaut largement son prix ! ♥ »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Très bon jeu, ça fait très bien passer le temps ! »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Le jeu est rapide à faire et est facile à manipuler. Certains casses-têtes demandent de la réflexion mais dans l'ensemble, ils sont faciles à comprendre. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Très bon jeux, hâte d avoir d autres niveaux »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Really nice relaxing game Until objects disappear or even some puzzles get stuck. kids also discovered that on the watch hint the hints don't show the puzzle or object. but the game is good fix these issues and its well worth getting. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Difficulty level : nauseatingly super extra ultra Easy »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« "*That*'s a *test*?! Where were you guys when I did my CPA??"--Sammy Jankis »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« some puzzles get bugged and softlock if you move something in a weird way. nice and interesting concept, but don't try to 100%. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Cute little game but the puzzles are trivial. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Bon ptit jeu .. meme si vous aimez pas trop les puzzles, cest plaisant a faire ... et en plus les enfants peuvent y jouer car il y a un mode pour enfants .. hésitez pas .. cest relaxant comme jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

In players' words

« C'est quand même sympa un chat. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Really nice relaxing game Until objects disappear or even some puzzles get stuck. kids also discovered that on the watch hint the hints don't show the puzzle or object. but the game is good fix these issues and its well worth getting. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« détente et calme à la recherche de petits chatons »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Difficulty level : nauseatingly super extra ultra Easy »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Jeu terminé à 100% en environ 4h en prenant notre temps. Jeu très très chill qui vaut largement son prix ! ♥ »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« "*That*'s a *test*?! Where were you guys when I did my CPA??"--Sammy Jankis »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Très bon jeu, ça fait très bien passer le temps ! »
👍 anonymous review · 0 h played
« some puzzles get bugged and softlock if you move something in a weird way. nice and interesting concept, but don't try to 100%. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Le jeu est rapide à faire et est facile à manipuler. Certains casses-têtes demandent de la réflexion mais dans l'ensemble, ils sont faciles à comprendre. »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Cute little game but the puzzles are trivial. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Très bon jeux, hâte d avoir d autres niveaux »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Bon ptit jeu .. meme si vous aimez pas trop les puzzles, cest plaisant a faire ... et en plus les enfants peuvent y jouer car il y a un mode pour enfants .. hésitez pas .. cest relaxant comme jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played

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

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
88 % pos · n=168
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=55
Stability / bugs
12 % pos · n=16
Value for money
92 % pos · n=13
Story / writing
83 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=6
Content / longevity
83 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1681471110
Graphics / art555401
Stability / bugs162014
Value for money131201
Story / writing6501
Audio / music6600
Content / longevity6501
Interface / UX5203
Multiplayer2200
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.1 h.

<2h
76 % (n=25)
2-10h
95 % (n=340)
10-25h
99 % (n=71)
>25h
100 % (n=9)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2024 : 94% positive94AprJun 2024 : 88% positive88JunJul 2024 : 89% positive89JulAug 2024 : 96% positive96AugSep 2024 : 94% positive94SepOct 2024 : 95% positive95OctNov 2024 : 100% positive100NovDec 2024 : 100% positive100DecJan 2025 : 100% positive100JanSep 2025 : 87% positive87SepOct 2025 : 94% positive94OctJan 2026 : 81% positive81JanApr 2026 : 100% positive100Apr

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

23,9 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 24 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 54,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Puzzle mechanics drive the core experience with 147 positive mentions out of 168 total remarks on gameplay.
  • Visual presentation delights the community, securing 54 positive mentions out of 55 regarding graphics.
  • Value receives broad appreciation with 12 positive mentions out of 13 concerning the price.
  • Audio design hits the right notes, earning 6 positive mentions out of 6.

Weaknesses

  • Technical hiccups surface occasionally, leading to 14 negative mentions out of 16 specifically targeting bugs.
  • Interface navigation frustrates some users, registering 3 negative mentions out of 5 regarding the UI.

Who is it for?

Puzzle enthusiasts and cat lovers looking for a tranquil, casual adventure spanning a few cozy evenings.

Is Cats in Time worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 1,407 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Puzzle mechanics drive the core experience. Current price: 3,59€ (20% off).

Verdict

Cats in Time delivers a charming, relaxing diorama puzzle hunt that overwhelmingly satisfies its audience despite minor technical friction. With top-tier approval ratings sustained long after launch, it stands as a delightful diversion for anyone seeking low-stress feline escapism.

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Cats in Time: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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