Travellin Cats in China similar games & best alternatives

Travellin Cats in China

2024

Should you play it?

Find 100 cats hidden in China in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cat game creator! Can you find them all?

What works
  • Relaxing and charming art style
  • Good zoom and search mechanics
  • Interactive easter eggs and animations
  • Affordable price
  • Achievement-rich gameplay
Things to keep in mind
  • Short playtime
  • Limited replay value
  • No multiplayer or social features
  • Minimal narrative or story depth
  • Some cats very hard to find without hints

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Travellin Cats in Japan

  • Travellin Cats in Bali

  • Travellin Cats Around the World

  • Travellin Cats in Italy

  • Keep on Mining! - Worlds

  • Ever Seen A Cat?

  • Circuits

  • PUSH

  • klocki
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • 100 hidden fish

  • Hexologic

  • Aurora Nights
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Similarity map

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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.

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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).

Travellin Cats in China: 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, Fantasy, Intimacy.

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 the image to find cats with optional hints and zoom, allowing self-directed search."

    Capsule for 100 Dino Cats 100 Dino Cats

    "Players freely explore a large detailed map and decide where to search for cats, with optional timer mode and hint system."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    2

    "Finding cats ranges from easy to challenging, with hints available, providing moderate skill challenge and feedback."

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

    "Finding cats ranges from easy to challenging, especially the last few; hints available for difficult spots."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -4

    "No competitive elements or player comparison; focus is on individual completion and achievement hunting."

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    "No competitive elements; gameplay focuses on personal pace and achievement hunting without direct comparison."

  • Continuation

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    "Short game length (~30-90 minutes) with some replay value due to secrets and bonus levels, but generally a brief experience."

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    "Short playtime (~15-30 minutes) with some replay value via timer mode and secret level, but generally a one-off experience."

  • Cooperation

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    "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

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    "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    2

    "Players can interact with some objects and discover Easter eggs, adding a small creative element."

    Capsule for Travellin Cats in Italy Travellin Cats in Italy

    "Some interactive Easter eggs and animations add creative touches beyond basic hidden object gameplay."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -5

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

    Capsule for Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul

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

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Relaxing, stress-relieving gameplay with calming music and charming visuals provides escape from real life."

    Capsule for FIND ALL FIND ALL

    "Relaxing, stress-relieving gameplay with soothing music and immersive art style provides escape from real life."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

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

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

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

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    "Some experimentation with zoom levels and interactive objects, but mostly following established hidden object search routines."

    Capsule for Travellin Cats in Georgia Travellin Cats in Georgia

    "Some exploration of interactive elements and use of zoom and hints, but mostly following established search routines."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    3

    "Large, detailed scene with hidden cats and interactive objects encourages discovery and curiosity."

    Capsule for Travellin Cats in Christmas Travellin Cats in Christmas

    "Large, detailed map encourages discovery of hidden cats and interactive objects."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    -3

    "No character customization or personalization; presentation is fixed and standardized."

    Capsule for Mitoza Mitoza

    "No character customization or personalization; presentation is fixed and standardized."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    -2

    "The setting is stylized but grounded in a realistic Japanese environment without strong fantasy elements."

    Capsule for Travellin Cats in Japan Travellin Cats in Japan

    "Set in a stylized but realistic Chinese environment; no strong fantasy or fictional narrative elements."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

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    "Minimal social interaction; players mostly play alone without community features."

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    "Minimal social interaction; players mostly play alone without community features."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    1

    "Some skill development in observation and pattern recognition, but limited learning opportunities."

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    "Some skill development in observation and pattern recognition, but limited learning opportunities."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention to find cats; not designed for background or idle play."

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

    "Requires focused attention to find cats; not suitable for background or idle play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship building; solitary play."

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    "No social or emotional relationship building; purely solitary play."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

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    "No leadership or group management elements present."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    3

    "Progression through finding cats, unlocking color mode and secret levels, and earning achievements."

    Capsule for Travellin Cats in Japan Travellin Cats in Japan

    "Progression through finding cats and unlocking achievements; timer mode and secret levels add some advancement."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    5

    "Highly relaxing, stress-free gameplay with soothing music and gentle pacing."

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    "Highly relaxing gameplay with soothing music and calm pacing, designed for stress relief."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    2

    "Enjoyable visual style, cute sounds, and interactive animations provide sensory pleasure."

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    "Enjoyable visual art and sound effects with some interactive animations provide sensory pleasure."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -4

    "Achievements are personal and not widely recognized socially; no social status or ranking systems."

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    "Achievements are personal and not socially ranked; no social status or recognition systems."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    -3

    "Minimal narrative context; gameplay focused on mechanics and strategy rather than story immersion."

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    "Minimal narrative context; gameplay focuses on find-the-object mechanics without story immersion."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    -1

    "Some planning and exploration needed to find hidden cats, but overall gameplay is straightforward without complex strategy."

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    "Some planning and observation needed to locate cats, but overall straightforward gameplay."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    -3

    "Low risk and tension; gameplay is calm and predictable without suspense or danger."

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    "Low risk and tension; gameplay is calm and predictable without suspense or excitement."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    3

    "Low price and short playtime provide good value especially for achievement hunters."

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    "Affordable price with good value for a short, relaxing experience and achievement hunting."

  • Violence

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    "No violence; gameplay is constructive and peaceful."

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    "No violence; gameplay is constructive and peaceful."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

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    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe gameplay environment."

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    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe gameplay environment."

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Last update: 26/06/2026