Stray

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  • Summary: Lost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find the way home. 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 seedyLost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find the way home. 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. See the world through the eyes of a stray and interact with the environment in playful ways. Stray is developed by BlueTwelve Studio, a small team from south of France mostly made of cats and a handful of humans.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. The So Videogames Podcast
    Aug 26, 2022
    100
    There are a lot of great ideas here, and what you go through in the adventure is just awesome. But without spoiling, Stray is really just about just the beautiful, intuitive experience of being a cat.
  2. Screen Rant
    Jul 18, 2022
    90
    Stray is a visually-stunning masterpiece of science fiction that seamlessly interweaves its features into a truly wonderful experience.
  3. Vgames
    Jul 28, 2022
    90
    The world of Stray is truly immersive. It feels as if every little details has its purpose, and every part of the game has gone through a thoughtful process in order to provide the best experience for the players. Needless to say it is overloaded with cuteness even if you're not a cat person, and it surely makes your heart expand with its story and character relationships - even if they're silent. As far as indie games go, Stray is one of the best in its genre.
  4. IGN Italia
    Jul 18, 2022
    81
    Stray is not just a cat walking simulator, but a well-balanced adventure that turned out to be another winning bet for Annapurna Interactive. The merit of the success is to be attributed to Bluetwelve Studio, whose love for cats has allowed the French developers to create a very refined game in many respects. If you love cats and animals, don't miss Stray or you may regret it.
  5. GameSpew
    Jul 19, 2022
    80
    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.
  6. Push Square
    Jul 18, 2022
    80
    Despite one or two rough edges, Stray is a very enjoyable adventure. It's fairly straightforward, and gives you lots of opportunity to embody a cat, whether that's rubbing up against a robot's legs, clawing at furniture, or finding cosy places in which to snooze. The narrative doesn't quite reach the emotional hit it's looking for, but it slowly shows its hand throughout, with plenty of interesting details to learn. Pairing a common pet with moody sci-fi has worked well, resulting in a unique, engaging game with strengths that outshine its flaws.
  7. Slant Magazine
    Aug 3, 2022
    50
    Stray is most fun when you allow yourself to, well, stray from its narrative path.

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  1. Positive: 656 out of 809
  2. Mixed: 80 out of 809
  3. Negative: 73 out of 809
  1. Owen20
    Jul 20, 2022
    10
    Absolutely loved this game from start to finish. Was excited for Stray ever since the reveal and it exceeded my expectations by a lot. It’s aAbsolutely loved this game from start to finish. Was excited for Stray ever since the reveal and it exceeded my expectations by a lot. It’s a well rounded game with great visuals, great music, great environments, fun gameplay and a cute cat. Finished the game in 6 hours, but it could easily be 7-8 hours with the collectibles/memories i missed. Can’t wait to get back in and do an all collectibles/memories run and then an under 2 hours speedrun… Expand
  2. Futrzak
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Perfect game. For those who linger that game is too short or too easy - It's just not too hard, even 10years old can play and finish gamePerfect game. For those who linger that game is too short or too easy - It's just not too hard, even 10years old can play and finish game which I think and ihmo is one of pros. About length - mechanics in Stray is not super complicated, if game was longer, I bet that we could find people who could loiter that "Stray is boring... I played >20h and it's same mechanics and same a lot of things." Stray isn't too long and isn't too short - it's well balanced. I was blown away when discovering plot - it's quite simple but very lovely, I cried at the end. Atmosphere of game is excellent. And let's not forget that this is indie game. It restored my faith in humanity that a couple of people can create masterpiece without tons of money, yet with proper attitude. I'm thinking about their marketing - money for charities for homeless animals. This is example how marketing should look like. I love this game!… Expand
  4. EnchantedCheese
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    Awesome game! I loved all aspects of it; the story, the gameplay, the puzzles and everything else! The characters and story are in-depth andAwesome game! I loved all aspects of it; the story, the gameplay, the puzzles and everything else! The characters and story are in-depth and give a lulling sense that draws you into this cyber city. I highly recommend!… Expand
  5. 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
  6. Carlosragno
    Jul 20, 2022
    9
    Pretty pretty good game. Awesome art, gameplay, storyline. Im pretty sure that is gonna be among the nominations!
  7. sajalhsn13
    Mar 10, 2023
    8
    Playing as a cat was a great experience for me. The storyline is awesome, graphics are good for a normal PC. One of the best indie games IPlaying as a cat was a great experience for me. The storyline is awesome, graphics are good for a normal PC. One of the best indie games I have ever played.… Expand
  8. Allyxer
    Aug 12, 2022
    0
    Un buen Juego, si te gustan los gatos, este es tu videojuego, no olvides apoyarlo para que demas gatitos no anden en las calles. Un buenUn buen Juego, si te gustan los gatos, este es tu videojuego, no olvides apoyarlo para que demas gatitos no anden en las calles. Un buen Juego, se merece el goty y 1000/1000… Expand

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