Hidden cats

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Ever just want to zone out and spot adorable cats in cozy drawings? Hidden cats is exactly that — a hand-drawn search game where you hunt for 100 sneaky felines hidden in black-and-white illustrations. It's basically Where's Waldo but with cats, no stress, and you can play it right in your browser. Perfect brain training that doesn't feel like work.

Key Features

• 100 Cats Per Level: Each scene hides exactly 100 cats waiting to be discovered.
• Hand-Drawn Art Style: Detailed monochrome illustrations with a cozy, line-art aesthetic.
• Zoom Functionality: Magnify the image to spot those extra-sneaky cats hiding in tiny corners.
• Progress Reset Option: Want to replay a level? Just reset and hunt again from scratch.

How to Play Hidden cats

The concept is dead simple, but finding all 100 cats takes sharp eyes and patience.

Scanning the Scene

You start by surveying a detailed illustration packed with visual noise — buildings, objects, patterns. Your job is to spot cat silhouettes blended into the chaos. Move your mouse or finger across the screen systematically. Don't rush. The cats are cleverly hidden in windows, on rooftops, behind objects, and even disguised as decorative elements.

Clicking to Collect

When you spot a cat, click it with your left mouse button or tap it on mobile. A red circle appears confirming your find, and the counter at the top updates. The game tracks your progress out of 100, so you always know how many are left. Use the zoom button liberally — some cats are tiny and nearly invisible at default zoom level.

Completing the Collection

Keep hunting until you hit 100/100. There's no timer, no penalties, and no pressure. If you get stuck, take a break and come back with fresh eyes. Once you clear a level, you can reset and replay it or move to the next illustration using the navigation arrows.

Who is Hidden cats for?

This is perfect for casual gamers who want a no-pressure experience. If you like cozy games, hidden object puzzles, or just need something relaxing to do during a coffee break, this nails it. Kids will love the cute cat theme, and it's totally safe with no violence or complex mechanics. Not for adrenaline junkies — this is the opposite of fast-paced.

The Gameplay Vibe

It's super meditative. I found myself getting into a zen state, slowly panning across the detailed drawings and feeling satisfied with every little "click" when I found a cat. The black-and-white art has a charming, hand-sketched quality that feels cozy rather than sterile. There's no music that I noticed — just the quiet satisfaction of the hunt. It's the kind of game you play while listening to a podcast or unwinding after a stressful day. The visual density is intentional — it's designed to hide cats, not show them off — so expect to squint and zoom frequently.

Technical Check: Saves & Performance

The game saves your progress automatically in your browser cache, so you can close the tab and come back later without losing your spot. Just don't clear your browser history or you'll reset everything. Performance-wise, this runs butter-smooth even on older devices. It's a Unity game, but it's so lightweight that you won't notice any lag or slowdown. Works great on desktop and mobile — I tested it on both and the touch controls responded instantly.

Quick Verdict: Pros & Cons

A chill, no-pressure hidden object game that does exactly what it promises.

• ✅ Pro: Zero stress gameplay — no timers, no failure states, just pure searching.
• ✅ Pro: The hand-drawn art style is charming and has a cozy indie vibe.
• ❌ Con: Can feel repetitive after a while — it's the same mechanic every level with no new twists.

Controls

Super responsive and intuitive. Point, click, done.

• Desktop: Left mouse button to click on cats. Mouse wheel or zoom button to magnify the scene.
• Mobile: Tap cats with your finger. Pinch to zoom or use the zoom button on screen.

Release Date & Developer

Developed by DADDYCAN Studio and released on November 13, 2024. It's a free browser game built in Unity that runs on both PC and mobile.