Game Review 'CATO: Buttered Cat'

Who would have thought that something so silly could turn into a smart and challenging puzzle experience? CATO: Buttered Cat comes as a unique platformer that combines absurd humor with logic that makes you think hard.

Story CATO: Buttered Cat

CATO: Buttered Cat inspired by a legendary internet meme: buttered cat paradox - a silly idea that cats always land on their feet, and buttered bread always falls on the buttered side. So, if the two were combined, they would create a paradox and float without ever touching the ground.

This game expands that premise into a unique story set in a strange facility, where a cat and a buttery slice of toast who can think live. One day, the cat's milk machine breaks down. The bread - which needs milk to stay moist - persuades the cat to find a solution. That's where the journey begins: exploring enigmatic rooms, working together to complete challenges to fix the milk machine. The story is simple, but effective enough to propel the player into an absurd, puzzle-filled world.

CATO Gameplay: Buttered Cat

CATO: Buttered Cat offers a unique gameplay approach that combines puzzle and platformer with a dual character system. You can play as a cat, a toast, or a combination of both (CATO), each of which has a different mechanism and function:

• As a cat (cat)You can walk steadily, stop at any time, climb certain walls, press paw switches, and squeeze into narrow gaps. But you can't jump.
• As toastYou can only jump left or right at a certain angle, cling to the wall before sliding down, jump off the wall, and enter the toaster that will catapult you straight.
• As CATOThe combination of cat and toast creates a paradox that allows you to float indefinitely.

However, drifting isn't always the solution. Instead, most levels force you to know when to join and when to separate. Puzzles in this game often involve synchronization and experimentation, such as:

• A special switch that can only be activated by a cat or toast.
• A toaster that throws toast at high speed in a certain direction.
• The walls and floor rotate, which affects how you move.
• The paradoxical cloud that sometimes prevents CATO from merging, sometimes becomes a wall when characters are merged.

And that's only part of the challenge that awaits you - there are many other puzzle elements that will test your logic on each level.

If you need help, the game provides a hint in the form of icons or visual cues that give direction without giving away the solution. If you're still struggling to solve the puzzles in the level, you can skip level after activating hints and waiting for one minute.

Each world contains more than 30 levels, complete with secret areas and side missions. The game is divided into five world Each brings a different visual theme, mechanical gimmick, and puzzle challenge. This variety keeps the experience fresh until the end of the game.

Some world concludes with a boss puzzle that requires you to utilize the main gimmick of the world in full. At world Another, final challenge takes the form of a slide level, where you glide down a long track while avoiding thorns and collecting sparkly until you reach the end of the level.

Visuals and Sound

Visually, CATO: Buttered Cat features a colorful and detailed pixel art style. Each world brings different visual themes, ensuring players don't get bored despite the puzzle-focused gameplay.

The animation of the cat in this game is also very adorable, especially with its tail constantly moving in sync with every action. These movements add a sense of life, making the characters feel more expressive and fun to watch.

You can also access cozy hideout - A place to check unlocked skins, play mini-games, and find hidden items. These elements enrich the visual experience and provide breathing space from the intense challenges.

In terms of audio, the music in CATO: Buttered Cat is designed with a calm feel, reminiscent of a cozy game atmosphere. Since you need to focus on solving puzzles, the background music isn't loud or flashy, so it doesn't interfere with your concentration. The sound effects used also feel just right - from the sound of the buttons, to the toaster, to the cute cat sounds - they all provide an added dimension that reinforces the atmosphere of the game.

The combination of cute visuals and soothing audio makes this game enjoyable to play for long periods of time without feeling tiring.

Conclusion

CATO: Buttered Cat is a puzzle platformer that blends absurd ideas with clever level design. The basic premise is funny, but the execution is serious and challenging. With unique mechanics, multiple levels, and light humor, this game provides a different experience than most puzzles.

However, since it relies on unconventional level logic, this game is not suitable for everyone. It requires a great deal of patience, precision, and curiosity to truly enjoy this game.

Pros

• A very unique concept inspired by internet memes.
• Diverse levels with over 140 ever-increasing challenges.
• Attractive pixel art visuals.
• Many skins can be collected for cats and toasts.
• A puzzle mechanic that demands creative thinking and strategy.
• Calm music and funny sound effects that support the playful atmosphere.

Disadvantages

• The mechanics need timing and precision which can be frustrating.
• Hints only provide general direction and do not present solutions directly.
• Learning curve is quite high to understand the entire puzzle system.
• The story is just a backdrop without much development.