Hustle Cat (2016)

Developer: Date Nighto
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 1,311 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 10 hours
Where to get it: Steam

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A warm, lightly magical visual novel about bonding with coworkers and cats at a cozy cafe, with gentle romance and a dash of mystery.

cozyromanticlightheartedmysteriouswhimsicalrelaxingcharacter-driven

What players say

Players praise the cute art, charming story, and likable characters, but many find the game too short and rushed, with a forced romance mechanic that can lock you into a route. Some report crashes and repetitive skipping.

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