The Cat Lady

This is undoubtedly an intriguing game. The story is definitely the driving force. It is well-written for a video game, but (sadly) as the standard for video game stories is so low, it would only be a mediocre (at best) book or movie. (I actually think the story would be better suited for another medium.) It handles depression fairly well, which is nice, but I found the supernatural elements take the focus away. One of my issues with the game is in order to progress the game in certain directions, you have to choose dialogue options that make your character sound like an idiot (or incredibly naïve). This is a horror game, in the sense of horrific, not scary. Most of the events that unfold are quite horrible. They are tempered somewhat by the darkly humorous, which I appreciated. The game has a tendency to have things jump out/suddenly appear, which I find trite, not scary. The visuals are macabre, and done decently. But, I thought they were too much. Some subtlety would have helped. Altogether, I would say if the story intrigues you, give the game a chance. What was ultimately disappointing was with some changes and polishing, it could have been so much better. If I could have, I would have given the game 3 ½ stars.

...i'm not sure this game really accomplishes what it sets out to achieve. Credit is due for attempting to tackle some "mature" themes, but a lot of it comes off as forced and contrived. The visuals are striking and the soundtrack is well integrated, but I really don't understand how this is anywhere close to "a masterpiece", as some reviewers have suggested. I had high hopes for this title but it turned out to be a clunky experience overall.

"Remi" Michalski crafted one of the best, most compelling, and adult adventures I've ever played. Innovative, mature, and creepy - this is a game anyone interested in new ways to frame a story should play.

It is grand piece of a game! I feels like it can change someone's life and only for better. I played a lot of adventure games but this one gives truly unique gaming experience, which I can only compare to Life is Strange. The story is well-written, perfectly fits visuals and music. You get sucked into the plot quickly and don't want to go on with your real life before chapter of the game ends. Graphics is generally surreal but it feels very real, like you can hug and comfort main character (due to my personal experiences in life). The Cat Lady is one of those titles that you crave to play for hours, but at the same time, it saddens you that it is going to end at some point.

Rich characterization, compelling music and art, spooky and shocking without ever becoming gross or overwhelming. The puzzles are a bit fiddly and not super challenging. But they are also inventive, intelligently embedded into the story and sometimes even wittily ironic. I don't normally play point and click adventure games or horror games, but this game is so much more than its genre. This game will engross you from the beginning, and leave you thinking about it long after you've finished playing.