Stray

 PlayStation 5
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2049 Ratings

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  1. Im3pp0_
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game, I love this game (I'm reaching the platinum trophy) but the ending isn't so good.… Expand
  2. Vansitus
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Es una aventura increíble, todos los personajes son adorables y entrañables. La música sabe cuando sonar tenue y sutil y cuando callar para dejarte disfrutar los increíbles paisajes que se te presenta, la historia aunque predecible y nada nueva, sabe como contarse y entusiasmar al jugador por conocer mas del lore acerca de este universo. Aunque la experiencia se puede decir que es lineal,Es una aventura increíble, todos los personajes son adorables y entrañables. La música sabe cuando sonar tenue y sutil y cuando callar para dejarte disfrutar los increíbles paisajes que se te presenta, la historia aunque predecible y nada nueva, sabe como contarse y entusiasmar al jugador por conocer mas del lore acerca de este universo. Aunque la experiencia se puede decir que es lineal, me encanta que en las ciudades tengas tantos espacios para explorar, habitaciones que literalmente están ahí para nada salvo tu disfrute. Las texturas (como las hojas y las plantas) interactúan al tu paso y los espacios se sienten muy bien construidos, el mapeado es increíble y definitivamente recomiendo que no rushes el juego en tu primera partida, disfruta de explorar cada rincón, conocer a cada npc, y terminar todas las quest y recuerdos de cada zona.
    Ahora bien, no todo es miel sobre hojuelas, yo pague $220 MXN por el en precompra, lo cual es un precio mas accesible, pero sé que en este momento el precio es al rededor de 30 USD, lo cual puede doler un poco sabiendo que el juego es corto. Su rejugabilidad es muy poca (de 2 a 3 runs dependiendo de cuanto hayas logrado en tu primera partida) y aunque sé que el juego es mas un tipo de simulador de gato, me hubiera gustado que el plataformeo (que es excelente) fuera un poco mas difícil y tuviera la opción de dejarte hacerlo por tu cuenta, tomando riesgos y sufrir las consecuencias por acciones mal medidas.
    Es un increíble juego indie que si tienes la oportunidad de pagarlo, te lo recomiendo al 100% y aunque la rejugabilidad no es la mejor, si me veo en el futuro entrando de nuevo al juego a solo estar de chill, a escuchar la música de nuestro amigo Morusque y dejarme envolver por su magnifica inmersión y su ecosistema que funciona por si solo    … Expand
  3. abyss288
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Great indie title and a added bonus it is free for ps plus extra and premium users. A short 5hr platformer with enough adaptations in environment and gameplay to keep it fresh and enticing. If you are a pet owner don't be surprised if your feline friend causes some barking or meowing. The added dualsense features make it a must play for ps5 users. only criticism is the length but IGreat indie title and a added bonus it is free for ps plus extra and premium users. A short 5hr platformer with enough adaptations in environment and gameplay to keep it fresh and enticing. If you are a pet owner don't be surprised if your feline friend causes some barking or meowing. The added dualsense features make it a must play for ps5 users. only criticism is the length but I wouldn't be surprised if their is already a sequel in the works. Performance was great on PS5 with zero hitches apart from auto-save freezes that were almost unnoticeable.… Expand
  4. Jojimbo087
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Meine erste Review, die ich je geschrieben habe und das nur für dieses Spiel....

    Meine Freundin und ich sind selbst Besitzer zweier Katzen (Männlich und Weiblich). Sie hat sogar erst ihre vier gesunden Kätzchen zur Welt gebracht, worauf wir sehr Stolz sind, aber jetzt zum Spiel... Ich war eine der gehypten von Cyberpunk 2077, Battlefield 2042 usw. Ich habe erst wieder zum Spielen    Meine erste Review, die ich je geschrieben habe und das nur für dieses Spiel....

    Meine Freundin und ich sind selbst Besitzer zweier Katzen (Männlich und Weiblich). Sie hat sogar erst ihre vier gesunden Kätzchen zur Welt gebracht, worauf wir sehr Stolz sind, aber jetzt zum Spiel...

    Ich war eine der gehypten von Cyberpunk 2077, Battlefield 2042 usw.
    Ich habe erst wieder zum Spielen gefunden, als ich mich gezwungen habe Horizon FW ((PS5) zu Ende zu spielen.
    Dieses Spiel hat mich sehr viele Stunden gekostet und ich habe mich dann auch nach einigen Stunden in diese Welt verliebt, da sie nur so vor Kleinigkeiten strotzte.

    Aber...

    Stray hat mich einfach seit der ersten Minute gefangen, die Details gerade am Anfang mit der Familie, dann der Versuch einer Katze ein Geschirr überzuziehen (die fallen wirklich nach fünf Schritten um und legen sich hin, probierst es aus).
    Diese kleinen Sachen, haben mir seit langem gezeigt, wieso ich Spiele liebe, dass man sich einer Welt hingeben kann und in diese eintaucht, mit allen Gefühlen.
    Die Rätsel sind von einfach bis sehr hartnäckig (ein Resident Evil, darf sich aber gerne was an den Rätseln abschauen, würde mich freuen).

    Ja, die Steuerung auf PS5... R2 sprinten....X springen oder runter springen usw...
    Es ist keine Doktorarbeit dieses Spiel zu spielen, aber die Welt fesselt einen und man ist nur im ersten Bereich erst mal am Erkunden, da die Welt und die Roboter sehr liebevoll gezeichnet sind, man will einfach alles von selbst erkunden, halt wie eine Katze.

    Die Gegner...
    Ja, ihr muss vor Ihnen flüchten, aber man ist ja eine Katze und flink, dürfte also kein Hindernis sein, man hat ja auch eine Taste zum abschütteln ;)

    Die Grafik...
    Es sind keine Raytracing Spiegelungen auf der PS5 vorhanden, PC bin ich mir leider nicht sicher, aber man braucht es auch nicht, außer ihr schaut in jeder Pfütze nach, ob sich die Spiegelung auf und ab bewegt.

    Fazit:
    Falls ihr diese Review gelesen habt, dann kann ich nur dieses Spiel empfehlen, auch an alle die nichts mit Katzen anfangen können, aber haut schön auf die "Miau" Taste ;)    … Expand
  5. Avddeim
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Awesome visual style and sound design, gameplay is a bit repetitive but it's not annoying
  6. pmg2022
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Just a nice game that is original and well designed. Theres hope for future DLCs, or expansions, into new worlds and cities. But for now, hands down Annapurna.
  7. Herneatico
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    let's be honest, the story is quite linear and something you could think of in an afternoon, but the atmosphere alone can leave you trapped, exorbitant camera shots, practically you want to capture everything... it has its bugs. Once I left my cat floating... despite that it is good to be chilled playing it
  8. Sasha_bebrik
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    Мне игра понравилась! Сюжет простой, и завязывается он чисто из-за случайности, но по мере погружения в него ты узнаешь все больше тайн киберпанк города, населённого роботами. В исследовании мира нам помогает маленький робот B-12, но и в нем скрывается много тайн. Геймплэй не типичный, тут вам ни кто не даст кучу пушек и вы не пойдет гасить все налево и на право под хард рок(doom я всеМне игра понравилась! Сюжет простой, и завязывается он чисто из-за случайности, но по мере погружения в него ты узнаешь все больше тайн киберпанк города, населённого роботами. В исследовании мира нам помогает маленький робот B-12, но и в нем скрывается много тайн. Геймплэй не типичный, тут вам ни кто не даст кучу пушек и вы не пойдет гасить все налево и на право под хард рок(doom я все равно очень люблю), здесь вам нужно будет использовать скрытность и ловкость. Графика в игре опупенная, level дизайн кайфовый, дайте я расцелую разработчиков в пупок, за такой графический стиль. И музыка тоже классная это не сайфай а просто расслабляющая элекронка. Игра проходится за 7-8 часов, если вы не тупой как я. По сути игра не привносит каких уникальных геймплэйных или сюжетных фишек, чувство что я все это когда-то видел.(например дизайн зурков точь в точь как хэдкраб но с глазом). Но господи, как мне было приятно ее проходить, иммено приятно, я просто расслаблялся и играл, были моменты где после состояния релакса мой булки сжимались, но не очень сильно. Stray, это не революция в индустрии, это просто классная, и очень приятная игра. Приходишь ты вечерком с кружкой чая закутываешься в плед и с геймпадом в руках исследуешь этот мир. :)… Expand
  9. saksimilian
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    a good game. so cute, so simple. good game for relaxing. oooh, and of course the world of the game is perfectly masterpiece, it's so atmospheric. in time a BIG AAA openworlds, this cute, litle journey complete me so much
  10. joaoyeiu
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    este jogo é maravilhoso, todas as limitações por ser indie foram quebradas. Qualidade de um AAA, em todos os quesitos: qualidade, história, narrativa e som em geral, apenas não é um 10 pois não ouve pelo menos 5 minutos mostrando como foi o final, isso não é necessariamente ruim porque deixa no ar o mistério e a interpretação de cada pessoa, mas em minha opinião pessoal, merecia um finaleste jogo é maravilhoso, todas as limitações por ser indie foram quebradas. Qualidade de um AAA, em todos os quesitos: qualidade, história, narrativa e som em geral, apenas não é um 10 pois não ouve pelo menos 5 minutos mostrando como foi o final, isso não é necessariamente ruim porque deixa no ar o mistério e a interpretação de cada pessoa, mas em minha opinião pessoal, merecia um final mais explicado. Grande concorrente a vaga de indicados a jogo do ano.

    this game is wonderful, all limitations of being indie have been broken. Quality of an AAA, in all aspects: quality, story, narrative and sound in general, it's just not a 10 because you don't hear at least 5 minutes showing how the ending went, this is not necessarily bad because it leaves the mystery in the air and each person's interpretation, but in my personal opinion, deserved a more explained ending. Big contender for Game of the Year nominees.    … Expand
  11. TheChalous
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    Este juego mejora un 200% si su usuario posee un gato. En fin, demasiado bueno en ambientación y diseño de niveles.
  12. Notacat
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    Beautiful setting. The game introduces new mechanics but doesn't overuse them, keeping gameplay interesting. The robots are all lively characters. I find myself skipping dialog in a lot of games but in Stray I was actually excited to read what the NPCs had to say. There's a lot of Easter eggs/references to find. Some obviously, some hidden and subtle. All in all, Stray is a good time. IfBeautiful setting. The game introduces new mechanics but doesn't overuse them, keeping gameplay interesting. The robots are all lively characters. I find myself skipping dialog in a lot of games but in Stray I was actually excited to read what the NPCs had to say. There's a lot of Easter eggs/references to find. Some obviously, some hidden and subtle. All in all, Stray is a good time. If you really take your time and explore, you'll get a good few hours out of it and I'm confident you won't regret it.… Expand
  13. e4sy
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    Love the game, made for true gamers and with passion, that is what we need.
  14. kettanaito
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    I was expecting a somewhat art-house-y experience that small studios usually pull off. But Stray is a full-scale adventure game that I can safely put on a shelf alongside Journey. It's immerse, polished, and leverages its uniqueness in a clever way. You playing as a cat affects both story and gameplay, and it's overall a fantastic envisioning of the concept.

    Its rough edges like at    I was expecting a somewhat art-house-y experience that small studios usually pull off. But Stray is a full-scale adventure game that I can safely put on a shelf alongside Journey. It's immerse, polished, and leverages its uniqueness in a clever way. You playing as a cat affects both story and gameplay, and it's overall a fantastic envisioning of the concept.

    Its rough edges like at times weird jump snapping and the lack of an on-demand jump are barely noticeable. I also understand the technical difficulty that rises from trying to fix those issues.

    It's a game that exceeds expectations and, what's important, it's a memorable experience and a touching story. As with any great game, its only objective downside is that it ends so quickly.    … Expand
  15. george_bondo
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    well meow its a great game fir summer, with nice graphics very good audio and nice robots
  16. Terryxtm
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    De lo mejor que he jugado este año. Un juego con uno de los mejores apartados artísticos que he visto en mi vida, y que no tiene nada que envidiarle a juegos AAA. Sin duda, un juego que he disfrutado a cada segundo que pasaba. Me ha encantado la historia. Un punto a favor y al mismo tiempo en contra es que no abusan mucho de las mecánicas, te dan las justas y a veces te las quitan, ademásDe lo mejor que he jugado este año. Un juego con uno de los mejores apartados artísticos que he visto en mi vida, y que no tiene nada que envidiarle a juegos AAA. Sin duda, un juego que he disfrutado a cada segundo que pasaba. Me ha encantado la historia. Un punto a favor y al mismo tiempo en contra es que no abusan mucho de las mecánicas, te dan las justas y a veces te las quitan, además de que el juego en mi opinión podía haber durado un poco más, y por eso le doy un 9.… Expand
  17. Andzej
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    I like the game so far! The world, the idea, the gameplay are all really fun and the fact that the game is less than 10 gb is just fantastic. :)
  18. Toronja_Arenosa
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The music, the art, the mechanics, the story. The puzzles and the missions are so well integrated with the story that everything feels so organic, the mood changes are handled amazingly. It's all great, this game starts like a joke: (Spoilers ahead)
    You, are a cat, and the cat you control actually feels a lot, like a cat.
    And then, you are a cat, in the future. And then there's robots. And then there's Silent Hill, and you are a cat. But you have a friend, and you start to care for that friend, and then you lose him. And then, it ends.
    The end of the game shows you the loss of someone close but from the perspective of a cat, and that is... weird and hard, and obviously sad
    I'm gonna sleep now
    Please play this game    … Expand
  19. Kairos1
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    It's a great game, it made me feel like a little kid playing his favorite games, not wanting to stop playing it.
  20. Vladfteps
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    La verdad me encantó!!! El gatito es pura ternura, además combina las características que más me gustan en un videojuego: la exploración y (cual Little Nigthmares o Alice: Madness Returns) sentirte solito e indefenso en un mundo post apocalíptico en el que tienes que sobrevivir, ósea vivir.

    Amé el juego de principio a fin, y aunque es bastante corto y al principio te pierdes un poco;    La verdad me encantó!!! El gatito es pura ternura, además combina las características que más me gustan en un videojuego: la exploración y (cual Little Nigthmares o Alice: Madness Returns) sentirte solito e indefenso en un mundo post apocalíptico en el que tienes que sobrevivir, ósea vivir.

    Amé el juego de principio a fin, y aunque es bastante corto y al principio te pierdes un poco; superas eso pronto para develar en cada nivel el misterio de lo que está pasando en este mundo distópico. Stray vale mil veces la pena    … Expand
  21. Maverick93
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    Innovative, fun and immersive. A calm escape from reality. It’s amazing how something so simple can be so much fun. It had me meowing 100 times within first 10 mins of the game.
  22. Natkie
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    Really good game. A bit too short for me but thats the only one minus. Also there's dedicated button for meowing
  23. kibonoakari
    Jul 26, 2022
    9
    A very nice game in terms of its graphics. Beautifully well done. And the soundtrack is also magnificent and very original. I loved playing this game and highly recommend it. It's very good even in terms of story and atmosphere, the dialogues are not too long just enough to understand things perfectly. The only thing I can fault this game is that we often miss things because the proposalsA very nice game in terms of its graphics. Beautifully well done. And the soundtrack is also magnificent and very original. I loved playing this game and highly recommend it. It's very good even in terms of story and atmosphere, the dialogues are not too long just enough to understand things perfectly. The only thing I can fault this game is that we often miss things because the proposals to jump or pick something up are sometimes very discreet. I think it's a game that changes a lot from what we can see in terms of video games today and that's what makes it so charming! The developers are French, like me and I congratulate them for making such a good game!… Expand
  24. Literalspy
    Jul 26, 2022
    9
    This is a very good game to play for a relaxing, well paced story that allows you to put.yourself into the role of a cat - knocking things over, scratching stuff, rubbing against the companion's legs, and more. While short, the story does not have much downtime. My only small gripe is that I believe the game would benefit from a third act, as I felt the game was really starting to hit it'sThis is a very good game to play for a relaxing, well paced story that allows you to put.yourself into the role of a cat - knocking things over, scratching stuff, rubbing against the companion's legs, and more. While short, the story does not have much downtime. My only small gripe is that I believe the game would benefit from a third act, as I felt the game was really starting to hit it's stride towards the end. However, I feel that I can strongly recommend this game as the price point reflects the relatively short playtime!… Expand
  25. Rafadrfdias
    Jul 27, 2022
    9
    Joguin que vc controla um gato e sai andando por um mundo distópico em busca de voltar para a superfície
  26. JoshMo
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    Buena trama y soundtrack, una atmósfera que envuelve y buena historia, la exploración no es tan tediosa y se puede decir que es placentero jugar como un gato
  27. Gluca004
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    Avevo paura che il gameplay fosse troppo lineare, ma mi ha stupito, molto simpatico e coinvolgente
  28. m162000a
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    Good game Good gameplay Perfect story
    So I advise you to play it when you’re mind clear
  29. Nachodan
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    What can I say, this was just a delight to play, from start to end, a pure pleasure, I’m hoping for a 2nd and with the ability to customise a cat
  30. Okyr
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    Çok rahatlatıcı aşırı sevimli, güzel atmosferi şahane tatlı bir oyun
  31. Rush_exe
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    Игра шикарная! Не сказать что у неё отличный геймплей или это отличный платформер, но все же эта самое лучшее что я видел в этом году!
  32. MilkMaker
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    Could have been a 10 if it wasn’t for that monkey pox rushed to aids ending
  33. ChocolateBlanco
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Simple, classic, but beautiful history. Two charming main characters. Very well detailed atmosphere, Great music. Very good job in small details, for example, the meowing button. My only complaint (only in specific situations) is the camera position, but nothing catastrophic. The final is melancholic but great at the same time.
  34. MrElvin
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
    Good and interesting and different game................................................................................................
  35. JG00
    Aug 4, 2022
    9
    Un videojuego que muestra que lo simple puede también ser algo fantástico. El hecho de controlar a un gato es de por sí una idea arriesgada, pero que ha funcionado a la perfección. Las mecánicas del juego son simples, pero suficientes al fin y al cabo, y con el Dualsense de PS5 la sensación de inmersión en el juego es mayor.
    Por otro lado, artísticamente es muy bonito, y gráficamente    Un videojuego que muestra que lo simple puede también ser algo fantástico. El hecho de controlar a un gato es de por sí una idea arriesgada, pero que ha funcionado a la perfección. Las mecánicas del juego son simples, pero suficientes al fin y al cabo, y con el Dualsense de PS5 la sensación de inmersión en el juego es mayor.
    Por otro lado, artísticamente es muy bonito, y gráficamente también está bastante bien.
    En definitiva, un videojuego que apenas tiene fallos, que luce espectacular, y que tiene una historia bastante peculiar e interesante.    … Expand
  36. MATTUZ08
    Aug 8, 2022
    9
    Anche se non si possono attaccare i nemici e non c'è il multiplayer, è comunque un ottimo gioco. 9 meritato.
  37. kryptonicswang
    Aug 8, 2022
    9
    great game. Me and the gf enjoyed it from start to end. Ending made me a little emotional.
  38. Cristiano2
    Aug 9, 2022
    9
    Un bel gioco con una grafica niente male e una storia intrigante sarebbe stato da 10 se non fosse per la durata totale della storia che lascia un pò a desiderare, tutto sommato un ottimo gioco.
  39. Conjo
    Aug 14, 2022
    9
    Enjoyed every aspect of this game, role playing as a cat was extremely fun. The gameplay is a little basic but fits with the game and story. The only complaint I have that prevents me from giving the game a 10/10 is that it was a little short, and left me wanting more game and to see more of the world of the game.
  40. LackuDak
    Aug 20, 2022
    9
    Игра отличная! Мне всё нравится кроме 1 - графика который точно не уровень 2022 года. Да понимаю, что студия не могла сделать лучше, но и на высокие оценки я так понимаю она и не надеялась, а вокруг неё поднялся всё таки высочайший ажиотаж.

    У игры нет ничего примечательного для игры. Ты играешь просто за кота, в игре нет никаких новшеств для 2022 года, она ничем не примечательная в плане    Игра отличная! Мне всё нравится кроме 1 - графика который точно не уровень 2022 года. Да понимаю, что студия не могла сделать лучше, но и на высокие оценки я так понимаю она и не надеялась, а вокруг неё поднялся всё таки высочайший ажиотаж.

    У игры нет ничего примечательного для игры. Ты играешь просто за кота, в игре нет никаких новшеств для 2022 года, она ничем не примечательная в плане новинок в играх. Однако эта лучшая игра в 2022 году. Почему лучшая? Да потому что других просто нет. Всё что выходило в этом году это полное дерьмо, а Stray - просто хорошая игра , без доната и нудных заданий. Получается она получила такую популярность только из-за того , что это просто хорошая игра которой так не хватало в 2022 году, ведь хорошие игры можно по пальцам пересчитать в данном году. Иииии... Я с этим согласен ведь всё отлично - это просто хорошая игра!

    Играя в игру, ты привязываешься к главному персонажу, начинаешь иногда ощущать себя в его теле. Ты можешь стать котом и полностью погрузиться в кошачью жизнь - царапать диван и стены, спать сколько хочешь, мяукать так мило , что аж уровень дофамина и серотонина выплёскивается с небывалой скоростью.

    Впрочем игра рекомендуется для покупки 100% пользователям, так как каждый найдёт, что-то для себя!    … Expand
  41. Zirconium
    Aug 26, 2022
    9
    Incredible. The robot playing the guitar made out of a gas can with a hole in it is worth the money and more. Sure the game could be longer but I think it had a story to tell and told it in the amount of time it needed. Also you play as a funny cat.
  42. January_
    Aug 26, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i have never thought, that i would like a game, where i play as a cat, but Bluetwelve somehow did it. Its refreshive gameplay and its simple, but intriguing story does a good enough job. I appreaciated the details, for example, when you are in the midtown and go to the elevator and see the area, where have you been an hour ago, but my favorite example of this is, when you are in the control room and if you look out of the window, you can see all the areas you've been to. It is at that moment, where i realize, how the areas are quite small, but because i was a cat it all seemed huge. The game is worth to play, especially if you are looking to relax and get immersed into a cyberpunk world.… Expand
  43. gamer3000
    Aug 27, 2022
    9
    the game is very cool from the very beginning of the game you get a portion of tenderness, and those who say that stray is small, no, it’s not small, it’s not overlong
  44. DarthJ
    Sep 28, 2022
    9
    Игра оставила только самые положительные впечатления. Все хвалили за сюжет Кену, но, на мой взгляд, Стрей намного ее превосходит по всем показателям.
  45. boarderbro88
    Sep 6, 2022
    9
    Amazing game. Obviously playing as a cat is exciting all on its own. But playing as a cat in an atmospheric cyberpunk setting with hip robot characters and great stories and puzzles makes this game a must play.

    The core gameplay is awesome, with the only real complaint being it can be a bit tricky to know where to go at times since there is no map.
  46. GarethCox
    Oct 1, 2022
    9
    I absolutely loved this game. It is incredibly creative and the side quests make it even more rewarding to explore. I would recommend this game to everyone as it requires puzzle solving, exploration and stealth scenarios too.
  47. Afdruiprek
    Sep 7, 2022
    9
    I love the Cyberpunk world. the puzzels are not to difficult to bad i cant customize the cat into my own cat. I have a black cat.
  48. Slayla123
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is beautiful and I loved being a cat. I still need to go back to 100% it however I really loved how the game told a story using the atmosphere and the cat reactions to certain things. Taking a cat nap in library? PRICELESS. I cried every time we separated from our robot friend. Even the last time. It was challenging, beautiful, and heart warming all at the same time. If you want an emotional rollercoaster will once again recommend this game.… Expand
  49. Zarithra
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    Short but sweet.

    Pros: - Atmospheric graphics are very immersive and beautiful - Unique gameplay concept - Some decent puzzles - About 5hrs of gameplay but any longer, it would have outstayed its welcome - Has replay value, I can see myself playing this again Cons - Robot language/audio gets annoying (and illogical if humans created them). Would have been better if they spoke a number of    Short but sweet.

    Pros: - Atmospheric graphics are very immersive and beautiful - Unique gameplay concept
    - Some decent puzzles
    - About 5hrs of gameplay but any longer, it would have outstayed its welcome
    - Has replay value, I can see myself playing this again

    Cons
    - Robot language/audio gets annoying (and illogical if humans created them). Would have been better if they spoke a number of real languages based on what a list of selections in settings - On top of the annoying voice audio, dialogue in general was dull that I wanted to skip through as fast as possible. In most cases, there was no value in striking conversations and you quickly regret it as you press buttons to speed it up - For $20-25 or under, it's highly worth it, but any higher, its hard to justify    … Expand
  50. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  51. ItsAlwaysSunny
    Sep 30, 2022
    9
    Very visually appealing graphics. Not to hard but not to easy. Very fun and an overall enjoyable experience.
  52. IcyBlizz_rd
    Nov 8, 2022
    9
    Stray is not a "big" game but it is indeed a really fun one. Took me 7-8 hours to finish and i enjoyed everything about it, the game really makes you feel how it is to be a cat in this cyberpunk world and this place is literally perfect for being a cat (and no matter what you say being a cat is FUN).

    The game is also visually beautiful and pretty immersive especially when played on PS5.    Stray is not a "big" game but it is indeed a really fun one. Took me 7-8 hours to finish and i enjoyed everything about it, the game really makes you feel how it is to be a cat in this cyberpunk world and this place is literally perfect for being a cat (and no matter what you say being a cat is FUN).

    The game is also visually beautiful and pretty immersive especially when played on PS5. So don't underestimate this game please.    … Expand
  53. markoul
    Nov 28, 2022
    9
    It does not get more novel than this! A joy to play. Total immersion. I can't wait to play a sequel as a mouse :)
  54. Sammyjsif
    Dec 9, 2022
    9
    Stray is a new take on its genre. Its story was charming, funny, and overall a very fun time. While its length or lack thereof does prevent it from being a masterpiece. Stray is still a charming and adorable game that almost anyone can get something out of.
  55. sbasxv
    Dec 5, 2022
    9
    Great story told through a fun unconventional platform. Was hooked from my first sitting. Need more
  56. JrDouble
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    This game was very fun, refreshing, and adorable. Great graphics with a very interesting story. Such a great experience!
  57. TheTallos
    Jan 2, 2023
    9
    Гра супер. Дуже чудова задумка, атмосфера захоплює вже з перших хвилин гри, сюжет не зовсім явний і в фінал гри мене більше розчарував, якись він "незакінчений", на мою думку, і тільки через це 9 з 10.
    Гра в цілому дуже сподобалась, жалію тільки що на той момент не мав коптроллера і не міг пограти на великому телевізорі.    Гра супер. Дуже чудова задумка, атмосфера захоплює вже з перших хвилин гри, сюжет не зовсім явний і в фінал гри мене більше розчарував, якись він "незакінчений", на мою думку, і тільки через це 9 з 10.
    Гра в цілому дуже сподобалась, жалію тільки що на той момент не мав коптроллера і не міг пограти на великому телевізорі.
  58. JaquiManza
    Jan 3, 2023
    9
    Nice game...................................................... .. ......
  59. Dark_Kozyr
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
    Довольно милая игра (с учётом того, что я являюсь собачником) это никак не повлияло на моё отношение к этой игре. Интересный вариант нашего будущего, с "одушевлёнными" роботами, заставляющие сопереживать им. Приятно провёл время за изучением и погружением в мир рыжего котика. Ах да, визуал и звуковая составляющая игры, на уровне) 9 из 10 котов.Довольно милая игра (с учётом того, что я являюсь собачником) это никак не повлияло на моё отношение к этой игре. Интересный вариант нашего будущего, с "одушевлёнными" роботами, заставляющие сопереживать им. Приятно провёл время за изучением и погружением в мир рыжего котика. Ах да, визуал и звуковая составляющая игры, на уровне) 9 из 10 котов.
  60. Levivin
    Jan 20, 2023
    9
    atmosphere 9/10
    music 8/10
    puzzle 7/10
    story 8/10
    game mechanics 9/10
    level design 10/10
    controls 10/10
  61. FarNine
    Jan 21, 2023
    9
    Great gameplay, awesome narrative and beautiful graphics. One of the most memorable games of the decade.
  62. Frank_drebin
    Feb 11, 2023
    9
    Fun, original and furry nice! The narrative is very nicely presented through your drone companion, the "cattitude" of the main character fills every action. The journey of our little hero takes more and more shape every level. Plus: there's a meow button!
  63. netbattler15
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    I'm tempted to write a review like "this game makes you feel like a cat", and I mean, hey, I just did, but I'll give a little more detail than that.

    My wife and I loved how much this game reminded us of our cat. We loved the meow button. We loved how little the game cares about the non-cats. We tolerated the overall story. The gameplay was just fine, but not great. At the end of    I'm tempted to write a review like "this game makes you feel like a cat", and I mean, hey, I just did, but I'll give a little more detail than that.

    My wife and I loved how much this game reminded us of our cat. We loved the meow button. We loved how little the game cares about the non-cats. We tolerated the overall story. The gameplay was just fine, but not great.

    At the end of the day, this is a medium game with an amazing theme. If "be a cat" is a theme that will resonate with you, this is a must play. If it won't, then probably skip this one.    … Expand
  64. Yakiraaa
    Mar 15, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoilers alert!
    First of all, Stray is one of the games which became trendy in late 2022 because of its gameplay that makes it different from the other open world RPG games, unique and popular among gamers. One of the things that caught all the attention from gamers is that the main protagonist is neither human beings nor cyborgs nor aliens nor wizards. It is just a stray cat and the main story is based on the adventure of this little cat which changed the perspectives of the players from the ordinary to a new one.
    “Stray” takes place in the distant future, set in the dystopian city which is also known as “Walled City 99”. The environment is not on the surface of the earth and it is such an underground city populated by robots and mutant bacteria spread out all over the city. The graphics of this game are really impressive and detailed. Not only detailed graphics but also fascinating and interesting lore also make this game perfect. This game is about finding a way to unlock the city, finding a way to upload data into an online network and to save the citizens. Moreover, every chapter in this storyline is also full of mysteries and plot twists. From the point of view of the players, the gameplay is really smooth, the gestures, actions and movement of both main protagonists and villains are also in the best quality and satisfying situations for the players. Not only that, gameplay involves solving puzzles to get clues for the quiz, escaping from the enemies by running through and climbing up the obstacles. There are also interesting kinds of gadgets which players can get from the quiz such as B12 which can show maps, memories and light up while walking, a laser gun which can burn out enemies and so on. These kinds of gadgets also make “Stray” more interesting and unique than the other RPG games. Although the protagonist and villains are perfect, NPCs are not that good in character design. Most of the NPCs in this game are robots and nearly all of their faces are identical which can make the players confused when they have to find NPCs to get quizes or clues. The texture and lighting of the buildings, brightness of the whole game is perfectly balanced. Another important thing which makes this game perfect is the sound system because the background theme sounds change immediately according to the situations of the player which can also increase the intensity of the game and make the player continue to play it. Narration during the story cutscene and the subtitles are also good enough. Like the other games, “Stray” is also a multiplatform game which means it is available on both consoles(PS4,PS5,XBOX) and PC. This one also make “Stray” competitive with the other famous games and one of the best games to choose among a variety of games.
    Last but not least, “Stray” is a completely perfect game for me in all of the fields, storyline, character designs, graphics, sound system and so forth. I really recommend everyone to play this game once in your life to feel the different vibe of an RPG game and this game also won “Game of The Year” award in 2022. So, don’t forget to enjoy the different game vibe    … Expand
  65. nine1kid
    Mar 16, 2023
    9
    Lovely game, even tough I'm not a fan of cats, this will be an immersive journey through an uncertain vivid world. The visuals is what stands out the most in this game and the end was kinda satisfying.
  66. Yellsirskii
    May 14, 2023
    9
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  67. Dark-Nite-1986
    Apr 19, 2023
    9
    The Purrfect Cat Game!

    This game was a breath of fresh air, genre-wise. The first I know of ever as a semi-realistic cat simulator. Between the fluid cat maneuvering mechanics to the beautiful, neon-lit, semi-open-world environments to the oddly cool and original storyline involving a robot cyber city, this game topped out the coolness meter pretty quickly for me. The optimization they    The Purrfect Cat Game!

    This game was a breath of fresh air, genre-wise. The first I know of ever as a semi-realistic cat simulator. Between the fluid cat maneuvering mechanics to the beautiful, neon-lit, semi-open-world environments to the oddly cool and original storyline involving a robot cyber city, this game topped out the coolness meter pretty quickly for me.

    The optimization they apparently did on multiple platforms seemed to scream quality and consistency to me. On the PS5, the dynamic environments really show off their smooth detail in what feels like a solid 60fps. I absolutely love this game and the only reason why it's not getting a 10 is because I know it's not perfect as a video game alone. The cat, although super cute and totally enjoyable to control, could have used a little more visual detail; but I am really nitpicking here. I think I paid $30 for this game, full price, and after playing it, I would happily pay double if I had to rebuy it. This is a perfect cat game.    … Expand
  68. Majd91
    Jul 26, 2023
    9
    This game is truly unique and special. At first, I found it a bit weird and silly to play with a cat as the main character, but as I delved deeper, the emotions and experiences became unforgettable. Even the non-player characters (NPCs) left a lasting impression. The game is incredibly fun to play, with an engaging story and immersive atmosphere.
  69. NeilVoct
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    It was a fun game, and the cats are adorable! However, it's a bit short, and the 3D motion sickness is severe.
  70. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  71. moomoo1068
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    This game was captivating from beginning to end, I truly enjoyed the story, message, and gameplay. I wish I could play again for the first time. Cute cats too.
  72. Lollllkkj
    Sep 2, 2023
    9
    Un gioco che se anche dura poco mi è rimasto impresso e spero tanto che facciano mai un continuo
  73. BigmaFe
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Chill game. Not challenging but far from boring. I'm not a cat person, and I loved this game. If you want a relaxing game with just enough puzzles, combat, and simple platforming to keep you engaged but not stressed. The plot is simple but propelling and the music is amazing, the graphics are beautiful, and the cyber sci-fi elements and environments come together to create an almostChill game. Not challenging but far from boring. I'm not a cat person, and I loved this game. If you want a relaxing game with just enough puzzles, combat, and simple platforming to keep you engaged but not stressed. The plot is simple but propelling and the music is amazing, the graphics are beautiful, and the cyber sci-fi elements and environments come together to create an almost perfect indie game for a weekend play. It would be a 10/10 for me if the puzzles and platforming were a bit more challenging.… Expand
  74. psjuliaribeiro
    Sep 11, 2023
    9
    It's a very cute game, the interactions are adorable. The scenarios are very pretty. It felt good to see the world through a cat's perspective.
    It isn't a hard game to play and it's very short. I feel like it would be a nice idea to be able to walk the open world after you finish the game. It would also be great to have a map on the screen, it was boring to keep looking for places.
    It    It's a very cute game, the interactions are adorable. The scenarios are very pretty. It felt good to see the world through a cat's perspective.
    It isn't a hard game to play and it's very short. I feel like it would be a nice idea to be able to walk the open world after you finish the game. It would also be great to have a map on the screen, it was boring to keep looking for places.
    It was a fun experience playing it thought. It was worth it and it's not very expensive.    … Expand
  75. bertobellamy
    Jul 20, 2022
    8
    After playing for a couple of hours, I came to this conclusion: Stray is not the cat simulator we needed, but the one we deserve.
  76. huraka13
    Jul 31, 2022
    8
    Un joc del que no esperava res i que m'ha deixat amb una grata sensació. Anar descobrint la història mitjançant l'exploració d'un mapa tan sorprenent ha sigut increíble. És veritat que el joc no revolucióna res i que utilitza mecàniques bastant conegudes, tot i així sap conjugar-ho tot per a fer-ho interessant i amè. Sincerament recomanaria a tothom que com a mínim el provés si té el plus,Un joc del que no esperava res i que m'ha deixat amb una grata sensació. Anar descobrint la història mitjançant l'exploració d'un mapa tan sorprenent ha sigut increíble. És veritat que el joc no revolucióna res i que utilitza mecàniques bastant conegudes, tot i així sap conjugar-ho tot per a fer-ho interessant i amè. Sincerament recomanaria a tothom que com a mínim el provés si té el plus, ja que l'experiència val la pena, i al ser un joc bastant curt, no requereix de gaire temps per poder-te empapar de tot el que té per oferir, que com ja he dit anteriorment, es molt i molt bo.… Expand
  77. kylocosplay
    Nov 21, 2022
    8
    El michi juego perfecto, si quieres jugar a ser un michi que se va de aventuras este es tu juego.
  78. Coert
    Jul 25, 2022
    8
    Really enjoyed most of the game. The cat is cute. The game excels at world building. The lighting is great. The soundtrack really fits and helps set the mood. But the gameplay is a bit shallow, and the whole thing is quite short. It's not completely polished, especially a few visual bugs.

    Despite all that, it will be one of those games that will have a lasting impression on me. There    Really enjoyed most of the game. The cat is cute. The game excels at world building. The lighting is great. The soundtrack really fits and helps set the mood. But the gameplay is a bit shallow, and the whole thing is quite short. It's not completely polished, especially a few visual bugs.

    Despite all that, it will be one of those games that will have a lasting impression on me. There are better executed games that haven't been able to do that, so despite its flaws a strong recommend.    … Expand
  79. Drael6464
    Aug 21, 2022
    8
    Short charming puzzle adventure platformer, with addictive gameplay. 100% makes you feel like a cat.
  80. Alejandro-Bell
    Jul 20, 2022
    8
    A great adventure full of cute moments

    Slow but good, with great art and graphics and magical music Wich combined brings us one of the most captivating games that I've played
    The only defect could be that in the end do side missions become a little boring due repetition
  81. killer1237
    Jul 20, 2022
    8
    Great and unique adventure game that was definitely worth my time and money. Not a masterpiece in my eyes, but still one of the better games in recent memory. The biggest downfalls for me were the lack of character/enemy variety and the underwhelming ending. I would've enjoyed the game quite a bit more if there was at least 1 additional level at the end.
  82. DwayneHawkins
    Jul 23, 2022
    8
    Wonderful little adventure game. Loved it. Reminded me a bit of these lightweight adventures like The Touryst or Ghost of a Tale... you just meet npc's in the world and do some quests for them or search for an item. Chill and beautiful.
  83. GAVITRAXmz
    Jul 21, 2022
    8
    I thought it was great, but could have been perfect with some more content.
    FULL REVIEW HERE!!!
    https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198355736403/recommended/1332010/
  84. All_ButTrU4
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    Really cute game. I haven't played it personally as im not much of a gamer but I've watched my friend's play it and it was really fun to witness all the adventures the cat goes on. The detail into not only the story by into mimicking typical feline behavior. It's fresh, engrossing and fun.
  85. Ruzaky
    Mar 19, 2023
    8
    I enjoyed every minute in this game. Yes its not revolutionary or groundbreaking game. But its solid adventure, music is good, vibe of the game is very warm and intriguing. I'm waiting their next game with big anticipation
  86. iMustang
    Dec 27, 2022
    8
    Stray was definitely a bold idea that really paid off in the end. Being an indie production you may expect to make compromises on quality, but that wasn't the case for this journey as the experience delivered both visually and mechanically to the standards I often set for AAA products (which sometimes even they themselves cannot reach). While the story of Stray is a bit lacking and is it'sStray was definitely a bold idea that really paid off in the end. Being an indie production you may expect to make compromises on quality, but that wasn't the case for this journey as the experience delivered both visually and mechanically to the standards I often set for AAA products (which sometimes even they themselves cannot reach). While the story of Stray is a bit lacking and is it's weakest point in my opinion, the gameplay experience is very strong and imaginative. The developers clearly had an idea - Let's make a game where you play as a regular cat, and go on an adventure. To that end it was an absolute knockout as you're not playing as a cat with powers, or who can talk, or really anything special at all. You're a lost cat exploring to find your way home, solving puzzles, and occasionally being an absolute menace. Along the way you happen to observe the events of the world you're in, and even if those events aren't great, it ultimately doesn't matter. Games are defined by their gameplay first and foremost and in that respect it was fantastic. A great story could have only made it better, but as it is now, it's definitely an amazing achievement for an indie studio and I can't wait to see what they make next.… Expand
  87. tom974
    Jun 9, 2023
    8
    Nice game to chill on, though one trophy is poorly designed (based on pure luck and relentlessness). I'd prefer free jumps mechanics but that one still works properly. The story is nice, as the level design. Graphics are nice without leaving you breathless.
  88. AmericanMack
    Jul 20, 2022
    8
    Game is good & unique..my biggest disappointment is that you can’t jump freely & since this game is mostly exploring and physics based not being able to jump freely is a turn off & restricts the fun a bit..still worth a play
  89. BipolarSmile
    Jul 26, 2022
    8
    A creative game with great art design, music and atmosphere is great.
    The game is a bit overhyped, but it is still a very good game that is held back by some bugs.
  90. marvsfontanilla
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    Story: 8
    Graphics: 8
    Sound: 8
    Gameplay: 7
    Game Time: 6 Hours (Main Story + Extra)
  91. ilya_zotov24
    Jul 31, 2022
    8
    _Good game _
  92. yangfanhong
    Mar 4, 2023
    8
    This is a cute game. The world is fascinating, the story is intriguing. However the navigation system is somehow absent.
  93. Svetlendrius
    Jul 30, 2022
    8
    Лучшая игра про кота, при этом имеющая свои недостатки.
    Сам котик сделан неплохо, можно мяукать, драть ковры, прыгать и ронять вещи со столов, спать всё то, что делают котики, разве что орать нельзя. Немного плохо сделана анимация ходьбы и мимика лица котиков, но можно списать это на то, что это всё-таки не ААА.
    Самое начало у игры немного скучноватое, но постепенно игра набирает    Лучшая игра про кота, при этом имеющая свои недостатки.
    Сам котик сделан неплохо, можно мяукать, драть ковры, прыгать и ронять вещи со столов, спать всё то, что делают котики, разве что орать нельзя. Немного плохо сделана анимация ходьбы и мимика лица котиков, но можно списать это на то, что это всё-таки не ААА.
    Самое начало у игры немного скучноватое, но постепенно игра набирает обороты.
    Локации, саундтрек сделаны отлично. Сюжет, который к удивлению присутствует и сама история сделаны хорошо, игра когда нужно наполнена и напряженными моментами и драмой, что позволяет проникнуться игрой.    … Expand
  94. Jt0429
    Jul 22, 2022
    8
    Good-
    You play as a cat. The cat's movements are very, well, cat-like. Simple yet effective gameplay mechanics. Navigation and puzzles are pretty fun. Engaging exploration and side content. A captivating and well-told story. Endearing characters. Perfectly paced. Looks great
    Bad- Puzzles can feel a bit like busywork at times. Thoughts- From a gameplay perspective, Stray isn’t    Good-
    You play as a cat. The cat's movements are very, well, cat-like. Simple yet effective gameplay mechanics. Navigation and puzzles are pretty fun. Engaging exploration and side content. A captivating and well-told story. Endearing characters. Perfectly paced. Looks great

    Bad-
    Puzzles can feel a bit like busywork at times.

    Thoughts-
    From a gameplay perspective, Stray isn’t going to win any awards. It’s straightforward, although it takes care to never let that mean unengaging either. But by constantly keeping the player’s attention, be it either via gameplay or its unique setting and atmosphere, Stray makes a very compelling case for itself, and for the player to stick with it beyond just the initial curiosity that the elevator pitch incites. “A cat in a cyberpunk city” is no low-effort ploy to generate conversation and interest- it’s the foundation of a genuinely good game with a lot of heart.    … Expand
  95. kevinbiohazard
    Aug 6, 2022
    8
    Mr or Mrs Meow Meow is so cute. Very enjoyable game play. The whole game is bit short. Please make a DLC.
  96. RedDragon1240
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
    Great game! It's amazing how indie games are improving and bringing very pleasant experiences. Stray has amazing graphics for an indie game. The lighting is incredible and the story is really good! It's basically a platformer so gameplay could be improved a little bit.
  97. Danilencol
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    The game brings nothing innovative and has a short story but it does not erase its brightness, nor does it look like an Indie.
  98. SewAwOw
    Dec 27, 2022
    8
    Очень ламповое, приятное и атмосферное приключение милого котика и его друга в мире киберпанка. Именно так можно описать игру одним предложением. Геймплей неглубокий и расслабляющий (за редким исключением), во главе угла стоит исследование мира, который очень красив. Сюжет звезд с неба не хватает, но свою роль связи котика с роботами выполняет. Игра проходится быстро, даже слишком, иОчень ламповое, приятное и атмосферное приключение милого котика и его друга в мире киберпанка. Именно так можно описать игру одним предложением. Геймплей неглубокий и расслабляющий (за редким исключением), во главе угла стоит исследование мира, который очень красив. Сюжет звезд с неба не хватает, но свою роль связи котика с роботами выполняет. Игра проходится быстро, даже слишком, и оставляе после себя лишь позитивные впечатления, и я был бы совсем не против увидеть сиквел.… Expand
  99. 1ndegoo
    Jul 21, 2022
    8
    The game was intriguing, but the ending is a bit unfinished. But we are waiting for new games from these talented developers. B12 you are great
  100. Trixxstrr
    May 20, 2023
    8
    Nice little game where you play as a cat to find your way through a robot city. Chill, light puzzles, nice atmosphere, with a bit of sci-fi dystopia thrown in there. Recommend for sure. Was only like 5 or 6 hours.
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#20 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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#8 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 99 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 14, 2022
    82
    If you are allergic to cats, hate mystery, exploration and a good atmosphere in video games, don’t play Stray. Otherwise, you’ve probably already beaten it. It’s a rare occasion to get a title such as this. And if it looks like something you might enjoy, that’s likely because you most surely would.
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  2. PLAY
    Aug 30, 2022
    80
    Stray makes the most of its choice of protagonist early on, really allowing you to do all the things a typical cat would do, though it eventually loses sight of that in favour of spotlighting the short story. That’s no cause for hissing, though it does leave the overall experience feeling somewhat like two kittens from different litters forced together. The combination works better than it should, but we’re ultimately left wondering what could’ve resulted if either half of the game had been given enough space to stand alone. [Issue#18, p.70]
  3. Het Nieuwsblad
    Aug 26, 2022
    80
    It sounds ridiculous. And maybe it is. But the first ten minutes of Stray broke our heart. We’re a soft-boiled egg when it comes to animals, even when they're completely fictional. A cat who loses his friends and then gets hurt? Enough for an intense feeling of sadness and pity. It is not the challenge, but the experience that is key in this game. You really play Stray for the atmosphere. And that's exactly right.
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