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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 x86/x64 Processeur : Intel Pentium E2180 (2 * 2000) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce 8600 GT (512 MB) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Gamepad Recommended

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 x64 Processeur : Intel Core i3-530 (2 * 2930) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GT 530 (1024 MB) Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Gamepad Recommended

Gato Roboto

Safe bet
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Released May 30, 2019
sample: 483 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 5,214 reviews (« Very Positive »)
7,79€ 1,16€ -85%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Nine out of ten players never stop playing once the cat-shaped controls take over. The game’s short but intense loop—just 2 to 10 hours for most—has already hooked over 70 % of its audience for good.

What it's about: Sautez dans votre combinaison blindée et partez à l'aventure dans un monde extraterrestre souterrain rempli d'obstacles et de créatures plus agaçantes les unes que les autres pour sauver votre capitaine naufragé à bord de son vaisseau spatial

In-game

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« Petit /action-platformer metroidavniesque ou on joue un chat dans un mécha : c'est déjà parfait. Mais le jeu st aussi très agréable à jouer, pas toujours si simple et prenant. Se termine en 3-4h. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Excellent petit Metroidvania tout en pixel, se renouvelle sans cesse dans ses mécaniques, un petit bijou indépendant. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« première fois que j'aime un métroidvania »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Great game ! If you want to aim for the speedrun achievement, know that being on the map does not pause the in-game timer ! »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Très bon jeu, assez court qui fait bien hommage aux premiers Metroid, tout en y ajoutant son style ! Petit +1 pour la fin du jeu ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Excellent petit metroidvania court mais parfait »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Okay you play as a cat and you can meow, but this is still a pointless metroid like »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Les controles ne sont pas très agréables »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« What is fun in dying over and over???? what is to have dialogue next every dying???? dev don't test there games??? »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« First boss filtered me, and I honestly don't feel like getting angry about this game anymore. thirty-ish attempts. I'm done. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« It was an ok game, the art wasn't that interesting nor creative, gameplay and controls were playable but nothing that fun. I 100% all achievements and it disapointed me. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Pas évident, mais très sympa. Plus, Kiki est adorable ! »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played

In players' words

« Petit /action-platformer metroidavniesque ou on joue un chat dans un mécha : c'est déjà parfait. Mais le jeu st aussi très agréable à jouer, pas toujours si simple et prenant. Se termine en 3-4h. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Okay you play as a cat and you can meow, but this is still a pointless metroid like »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Excellent petit Metroidvania tout en pixel, se renouvelle sans cesse dans ses mécaniques, un petit bijou indépendant. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Les controles ne sont pas très agréables »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« première fois que j'aime un métroidvania »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« What is fun in dying over and over???? what is to have dialogue next every dying???? dev don't test there games??? »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« Great game ! If you want to aim for the speedrun achievement, know that being on the map does not pause the in-game timer ! »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« First boss filtered me, and I honestly don't feel like getting angry about this game anymore. thirty-ish attempts. I'm done. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Très bon jeu, assez court qui fait bien hommage aux premiers Metroid, tout en y ajoutant son style ! Petit +1 pour la fin du jeu ^^ »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« It was an ok game, the art wasn't that interesting nor creative, gameplay and controls were playable but nothing that fun. I 100% all achievements and it disapointed me. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Excellent petit metroidvania court mais parfait »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Pas évident, mais très sympa. Plus, Kiki est adorable ! »
👍 anonymous review · 10 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
85 % pos · n=164
Graphics / art
87 % pos · n=52
Content / longevity
57 % pos · n=49
Story / writing
63 % pos · n=46
Value for money
90 % pos · n=21
Audio / music
80 % pos · n=20
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=16
Stability / bugs
14 % pos · n=7
Performance
25 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay164140816
Graphics / art524516
Content / longevity4928318
Story / writing4629413
Value for money211902
Audio / music201613
Interface / UX164012
Stability / bugs7106
Performance4112

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.3 h.

<2h
65 % (n=31)
2-10h
95 % (n=385)
10-25h
94 % (n=63)
>25h
100 % (n=4)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2025 : 92% positive92NovDec 2025 : 95% positive95DecJan 2026 : 98% positive98JanFeb 2026 : 88% positive88FebMar 2026 : 94% positive94MarApr 2026 : 95% positive95AprMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 96% positive96JunJul 2026 : 85% positive85Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 12 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 35,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay steals the show: 140 positive mentions out of 164 reviews hail the tight, Metroidvania-style controls and relentless exploration.
  • Pixel-art charm radiates: 45 positive mentions out of 52 praise the small but stylish visuals that make every room feel alive.
  • The price tag earns love: 19 positive mentions out of 21 call it a steal, with only 2 grumbling over value.
  • Audio fits the mood: 16 positive mentions out of 20 highlight a soundtrack that perfectly matches the feline frenzy.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs lurk in the corners: 6 negative mentions out of 7 report crashes or glitches that disrupt the otherwise smooth ride.
  • UI frustrates a few: 12 negative mentions out of 16 cite clunky menus and unclear feedback during critical moments.
  • A short story leaves some wanting: only 29 positive mentions out of 46 find the narrative satisfying, while 13 call it forgettable.

Who is it for?

Fans of compact Metroidvanias who crave fast-paced action and pixel-art polish will find their match. Anyone allergic to bugs or repetitive UI screens should steer clear.

Is Gato Roboto worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 5,214 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay steals the show. Current price: 1,16€ (85% off).

Verdict

Gato Roboto turns its tiny scope into a strength, delivering a polished, bite-sized adventure that punches far above its weight. Just don’t expect a deep story or flawless code—this cat’s got claws, not guarantees.

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