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Stray is more than just a cat simulator; it's a love letter to cats and cat owners alike. It is an absolute spectacle from beginning to end, with a heart wrenching narrative and enough cat-centric puzzles to have you meowing for more. BlueTwelve Studio did an immaculate job bringing this project to life, immersing you in a dystopian world filled to the brim with mystery, all the while making you truly feel like an adorable feline. We need more games like this in the industry, ones that stand tall on their own and don't bank on the success of their inspirations.
The heavily anticipated cat adventure game Stray is finally here, and it’s everything we’ve all been waiting for! If you are still on the fence about digging your claws into this game, you can find everything you need to know about it in our Stray review.
BlueTwelve have crafted a truly unique masterpiece worth your time and then some with their debut cyberpunk adventure, Stray.
Everything in Stray works together so well; the characters, the story, and being a cat is so realistic and fun that it is so rewarding. I can't recommend this title enough; it is my game of the year for 2022 meow!
Stray is a gorgeous 1990s-retro-dystopian adventure of cyberpunk tropes, gaming in-jokes, and a surprisingly tragic narrative—but you’re also a cat.
The cat is finally about the bag, but will Stray have you feline fine, or leave you sick as a dog?
You wouldn’t think a little cat holds the key to saving humanity, but this dystopian adventure will make you think otherwise. Find out why Stray is one game you don’t want to miss.
Stray astounds with its beautiful graphics, quirky characters, and puzzles that bring out the best and worst in a cat.
Stray is a third-person adventure title for the Nintendo Switch. I say third person, but it’s really third cat, since in Stray, you play the role of a kitty l
Ever since Stray was introduced in 2020 by PlayStation, I knew I had to play this game. I am a big cat lover, and being able to play a video game about being a cat is definitely an experience I wanted to try. The only other one I played in…
Stray is one of those rare games that manage to be narratively intriguing, dynamically fun, and addictively replayable all at once. If you like cats, or even if you just like great adventure games, this is a must-play.
Stray is everything I wanted from it, an enjoyable and engaging journey across a well told tale that is every bit as cute as it is mysterious. More importantly, it made me feel empowered and brave in the face of uncertainty – I can’t remember the last time I’ve audibly cried out in delight so many times in the space of a few hours. Cuteness overload, no doubt.
Further enhancing the game’s atmosphere is its music, with a synth-focused soundtrack, ranging from heart-pounding and fast-paced, to subtle and mellow. While exploring and investigating Stray’s mysteries, the soundtrack lures you forward, subconsciously motivating you to press onward. It’s just one of the many things that add to the immersion, making Stray hard to put down.
Stray is a third-person cat adventure game set amidst the detailed neon-lit alleys of a decaying cybercity and the murky environments of its seedy underbelly.
Trapped in a world you don’t understand and incidentally involving yourself in grand mysteries and emotive stories—Stray is a title brimming with personality as it bounces between moments of playfulness, glee, sorrow, and deep intrigue. A fabulously unique and captivating narrative/exploration game, there’s a lot to love in this feline adventure.
Stray‘s expressive art direction, curious music, stop-and-snap-a-pic lighting, and thoughtful level design coalesce into one of my favorite gaming experiences of the year.
Stray is a fairly short game with a few notable flaws. Still, it's a joy to experience the wonders of playing as a cat in a marvelously designed world.
Playing through the kitty cat adventure of Stray is an experience that's filled with joy and delight. I loved it, and so did my cat.
Stray expertly embodies the abilities of its feline protagonist to create a captivating puzzle adventure in an engrossing post-apocalyptic world
Stray knows exactly what it wants to be and delivers on that premise flawlessly. Despite the game’s short duration, it leaves a strong impact, and it doesn’t overstay its welcome. Although the gameplay is simple, it’s made up for by the game’s stunning world, charming story, beautiful soundscape, and immersive atmosphere. Developer BlueTwelve Studio are punching well above their weight with the game’s visuals, and thankfully it’s delivered in a virtually flawless 60 fps on PS5. Stray is absolutely worth checking out, particularly if you’re subscribed to Sony’s new Playstation Plus Extra or Premium services. For me, it’s one of the most memorable experiences of the year.
Stray has managed to meet the lofty expectations put upon it once it became known that you would take control of a lone cat within a dystopia punctuated by scores of neon lighting. While some may say that it’s hard to miss with a setup like that, what developer BlueTwelve Studio has managed to fashion from the composite parts is something truly special and has us yearning for more.
It's true that some may be underwhelmed by how Stray handles its platforming and by how short it is, but these issues are easily overlooked because of the high quality found throughout the rest of the game. Stray is a genuinely unique gaming experience and is worth checking out for the cat alone. Stray looks great, plays great, and accomplishes exactly what it set out to do. It's a must-play, especially since it's available at a budget price and can be played in its entirety with a PS Plus Extra subscription.
Stray merges feline mayhem with a classic cyberpunk setting, inviting you to explore its neon dystopia while never taking itself too seriously.
Stray is certainly a game that grabs your attention. The core concept of a cat exploring a dark Blade-Runner-esque post-apocalyptic world is intriguing, and the game’s vivid, ultra-detailed presentation is pretty astounding considering this game’s the work of a small first-time studio. It’s no surprise Stray immediately jumped to the top of many people’s “Most Anticipated Indies” list.
Stray is an immersive and beautiful adventure game filled with so much detail and personality. Who knew solving puzzles as a cat could be so much fun?
Looking past the amazement of the fact that it features a kitty that can operate a vending machine, Stray boasts drop-dead gorgeous graphics, an intriguing story and unique post-apocalyptic world, and ridiculously fun and silky smooth gameplay that comes from climbing up and down every area possible with natural catlike agility. Stray is an absolute masterpiece that BlueTwelve should be proud of, and you'd be a fool to miss out on no matter what, so make sure to check out this feline odyssey ASAP.
Not many people would have predicted that PlayStation’s biggest release of July 2022 would be a third-person adventure game about a cat, but Stray is a perfectly good choice as a leading game. A refreshing change of pace from the action-heavy, big-budget releases that otherwise lead the gaming release calendar, you don’t necessarily need to be a cat lover to get the most out of this one — though it certainly helps.
Stray isn't just a game about a cat trying to get home, but one about an even greater adventure. And doing cat things.
Stray is a wonderfully crafted game. It not only manages to successfully immerse you in the role of an adorable cat, where exploration is key, but it also tells an engaging science-fiction story along the way.
It's time to discover a post-apocalyptic underground world, meet its robotic inhabitants, and play as a helpful kitty in the unique Stray.
A sparkling feline adventure that always lands on its feet.
For those unfamiliar with Stray, the cat-focused adventure focuses on the titular feline in a quest to reunite with his clowder
Stray pounces onto Switch 2 with a visually stunning presentation that successfully mimics its high-end console counterparts, offering rich lighting and crisp upscaled resolutions.
Don’t dismiss Stray as merely a cat simulator, as this adventure game will appeal to more than just feline fanatics. While the chance to play as an adorable kitty is appealing, the real star of the show is the game’s richly-detailed cyberpunk world. Only Stray's short length and simplistic gameplay hold it back from ranking top of the litter.
This is where Stray succeeds. It offers us delectable opportunities to act out the behaviour that so bewilders us, in very celebration of that bewilderment.
“Stray delivers on its adorable cat adventure premise, but its excellent atmosphere and strong sci-fi storytelling are what elevate it.”
Cat lover or not, Stray is a wonderful adventure worth jumping into. You’ll quickly fall in love with your adorable four-legged protagonist, but it’s just a shame it’s all over so soon. We could have spent dozens more hours exploring the fascinating world experiencing life as a curious cat. As it is, Stray may be short, but it’s perfectly formed.
Stray features one of the most compelling renditions of a Blade Runner-esque dystopa I have ever explored, and from the unique perspective of a cute cat. There's a charming, heartfelt story to unfold here that also offers some interesting social commentary as any dystopian fiction should.
Has a game ever had a better selling point than “you play as a cat”? But Stray doesn’t just let you take control of a character who looks like a cat — it authentically replicates the dexterity and adorableness of one, too. As you nimbly explore its cyberpunk city from his unique point-of-view, you’ll meow, you’ll lovingly cuddle up against NPCs, and you’ll occasionally get your head stuck in a paper bag. It’s all very cute — that is until the alien headcrabs latch onto your furry skull and suffocate you to death.
Stray is a game about being a cat. You see, explore, and mess with the world in the ways only they can. Because you're doing so in one of the more densely-packed video game worlds in recent memory, there's plenty of room for kitty antics. Luckily, Stray wastes no moment letting you fulfill any feline aspirations you may have.
A stray nameless cat befriends a small robotic drone as they embark on a quest to reach the outside of a massive walled city, making friends and overcoming obstacles on the way to unraveling the mysteries behind the world they inhabit. No, I'm not readying a pitch for the decision-makers at Pixar; I'm talking about Stray, the brand-new indie darling from developer BlueTwelve Studio and publisher Annapurna Interactive.
Domestic cats are very funny. While they appear to be proud, graceful, independent creatures, they often destroy that image with erratic behaviour, clumsy movements, and affectionate headbutts. The poor things try so hard to maintain an air of superiority, but they're much more loveable and goofy than they want you to think. Stray, a game that has you play as a cat, captures both sides of the animal while telling a mysterious cyberpunk tale.
With all that being said, while I don’t think Stray is great enough to compete with the very best indie games released (both this year and the last), it’s still a good game. And for 30 USD it’s not going to break the bank either. Especially for those wanting a slightly different platforming experience, one without a bipedal at the helm.
Cats, and robots, and Zurks, oh my! Stray is an adventure puzzle platforming game developed by BlueTwelve Studio, published by Annapurna Interactive and
The obsession with cats that seems to permeate the internet can be exhausting at times. Don’t get me wrong, I love cats and would personally have a cat in my home instead of a dog, simply because of what the animals are. Dogs are adoring creatures who need a huge amount of attention in order to live their best lives, and I’m already giving that to my wife, my kids and my game collection. Cats are warm bags of anger who intermittently decide who they are and are not annoyed by, and I can c...
Long story short: it's worth digging your claws into BlueTwelve's debut hit.No matter how routine, every action feels grander from a cat's perspective. That's where developer BlueTwelve Studios, along [...]
Stray is a story of belonging and finding your way back home. This tale can be played on Deck fine at 30 FPS, but you may find a better experience elsewhere.
Stray is available on three different platforms: PS4, PS5, and Steam. Right now, the game is 10 percent off on Steam if you pre-order it. Players who are interested in the premise of the game will likely enjoy it no matter what it’s played on, but those with a PS5 will have a different experience, mostly because of the haptic feedback on the PS5 controller. If you own a PS5, it is recommended that you play it on that console to get the best experience playing through the game.
Stray is at its best when it lets you do the things you’d expect from a cat – sleeping on cozy pillows, meowing, or scratching sofas – but fails to build consistently compelling gameplay around these flavorful bits. Although it creates a believable world, I found it hard to connect with the robots you encounter across its forgotten city, making the game’s admittedly grand climax feel hollow.
It's hard to perfectly encapsulate what Stray really sets out to do, as it is a jack of all trades, but unfortunately a master of none of them. Certain parts of this game are near masterclass, like its stealth sections, but it finds itself lost within its own identity too often, and misses the mark on more than one occasion.
While playing Stray you can’t help but feeling if some things went differently during the development process then it could have been a great game. Unfortunately, while Stray captures the cat experience very well, it doesn’t score well on any of its core gameplay loops. While fine for a casual experience and not long enough to become annoyingly repetitive, Stray ultimately doesn’t stand on its own four paws as an engaging video game experience.
When it comes to video games, the Cyberpunk genre has seen somewhat of a resurgence over the past couple of years. From small indie titles that place an emphasis on narratives, to more traditional turn-based RPGs, and even a massive AAA action blockbuster that never really managed to live up to the hype, there is a lot of content for potential fans to feast on.
Overall, Stray is a simple and charming adventure that doesn't overstay its welcome. The game's approximately eight-hour runtime may be short by modern gaming standards, but those who want to scratch everything, nap everywhere, meow at everyone, and maybe even help some robots with side-quests can take their time. Ultimately, Stray tells the story it sets out to tell, and, while it's hard to say much without spoiling major plot points and character details, the game has a story worth telling ...
Stray captures the essence of being a cat, while delivering a deeper journey through a dying cybercity.
The game opens with the type of cinematic slow pan you see in prestigious games from top-flight studios like Naughty Dog—except, instead of people, it focuses on a group of wild house cats. You can immediately tell these cats are all best friends, spending their days gallivanting around derelict concrete structures, evidently free from human masters who didn’t give them nearly enough canned tuna, probably, the jerks. It’s not long, though, until the cat you control is separated from the pack. It is a heartbreaking moment, seeing this small creature—who does not have a name but is modeled after one of the studio head’s own pets—convey a look of despondent shock upon realizing he’s about to lose his pack. The thrust of the game then becomes bracingly clear: You will do everything in your power to see him reunited with his friends.
Stray is a title about life, legacy, and loss. You’ll travel around a walled-in city, helping out its civilians as you attempt to find a way to escape this cyberpunk metropolis. You’ll have a friend in B-12, a drone who can hack doors and converse with you about the state of the world, and you’ll do
Stray, an exploration-based adventure game by BlueTwelve, follows a cat separated from its pack in a robot-inhabited city. While the game offers a meditative and visually stunning experience, it falls short due to restrictive gameplay and an unfinished story.
Stray, from Annapurna Interactive, is a futuristic adventure game where players take on the role of a cat. It launches on July 19th for the PS4, PS5, and Steam.
It's simple: If you want to play as a cat, then Stray is the game for you. However, if you're more of a dog person, then skip it.