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The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch • 2019

Should you play it?

Once upon a time, after his mother passed away, a boy called Nora felt all alone in the world. He spent every day with his unique and kind hearted friends until one fateful day, he had a chance encounter with a princess from the Netherworld.

What works

  • Strong, engaging story with emotional depth
  • High-quality voice acting and soundtrack
  • Charming and distinct characters
  • Multiple story routes and endings
  • Beautiful anime-style artwork

Things to keep in mind

  • Adult content heavily censored or removed
  • Limited gameplay interaction beyond reading and choices
  • Some pacing issues and overused comedic elements
  • Certain story routes feel rushed or incomplete
  • No multiplayer or social features

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The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Survival, Competence, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Story, Fantasy.

Last update: 26/08/2026