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Hidden Cats in New York

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

Meow meow! Kittens are hidden in New York, let's find them all. A short and pleasant experience! Relax and find all the cats one by one to reveal the final colored art. Play through different modes, find special cats, and unlock bonus levels! More than 770 hidden objects to find!

What works
  • Relaxing and charming gameplay
  • Detailed and colorful artwork
  • Good replayability with randomized advanced mode and bonus levels
  • Accessible and intuitive controls with zoom feature
  • Pleasant music and sound effects
Things to keep in mind
  • Short overall playtime
  • Some cats are very small and hard to find
  • Bonus levels can require tedious clicking
  • Minor bugs affecting achievements reported
  • Lack of narrative or multiplayer features

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

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Hidden Cats in New York: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Intimacy, Thrill.

Why this game works

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