Cats and Seek: Kyoto Review – Hidden Object Fun on Nintendo Switch

Cats and Seek: Kyoto Review – Hidden Object Fun on Nintendo Switch Cats and Seek: Kyoto is the latest addition to the relaxing Cats and Seek franchise, bringing its charming, hand-drawn hidden object gameplay to the Nintendo Switch.

Developed by Noobzilla and published by Silesia Games, this title invites players to explore vibrant scenes of Japan's historic city as they hunt for cleverly concealed felines.

Following the release of similar entries like Cats and Seek: Dino Park, this game continues the series’ tradition of lighthearted and accessible puzzle experiences tailored for both on-the-go and at-home play. Gameplay and Features Cats and Seek: Kyoto maintains the familiar mechanics seen in its predecessor, with intuitive controls optimized for the Nintendo Switch platform.

Players use the left analog stick to direct the cursor and the right analog stick to pan across hand-drawn backgrounds.

With the shoulder buttons, players can smoothly zoom in and out, allowing for close inspection of Kyoto’s detailed imagery.

Two distinct scenes are featured: one hides 109 cats, while the second contains an impressive 155, offering a diverse range of challenges for hidden object enthusiasts. The gameplay loop is straightforward yet addictive: upon spotting a cat and selecting it, the player is rewarded with a cheerful meow and a brief profile for that feline.

These charming touches add personality to the experience, although this is the extent of the rewards for each find.

Scattered throughout the scenes, players will also discover locked chests—one of which houses an additional cat—while others remain empty.

Keys are strategically placed within the backgrounds, adding another layer to the hidden object puzzle-solving. Expanding on previous titles, Cats and Seek: Kyoto introduces a new element: jigsaw puzzle pieces.

Across both scenes, a total of 25 pieces are concealed, which can be assembled from the main menu once found.

While this addition provides a fresh activity not found in Cats and Seek: Dino Park, the jigsaw feature is limited to just one puzzle instead of a separate puzzle for each scene. Game Length and Replayability Overall, Cats and Seek: Kyoto delivers a compact gaming session, with most players able to complete both the hidden objects and the jigsaw puzzle in under thirty minutes.

While the ability to customize scene colors and use a built-in camera for coloring snapshots are neat touches, these features provide minimal incentive for replay compared to the excitement of uncovering hidden cats.

Some fans may hope for greater content density, especially compared to the previous game, which offered five scenes. Conclusion Cats and Seek: Kyoto stands out as an enjoyable, bite-sized hidden object game for Nintendo Switch, perfect for those seeking a relaxing experience or a quick session on the move.

Although the limited number of scenes may leave some players wanting more, the game’s hand-drawn style, intuitive interface, and light puzzle elements make it a charming choice on the Nintendo eShop.

For fans of the genre or anyone looking for a short and sweet distraction, Cats and Seek: Kyoto is worth a try.

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