Cat and Mouse cover
Cat and Mouse cover

Cat and Mouse

Cat and Mouse

Game Overview

Cat and Mouse is a thrilling and challenging puzzle game where you play as a clever mouse trying to outsmart a relentless cat. Every move you make, the cat makes two, creating a high-stakes chase to reach the cheese before the cat catches you. The cat’s movement is predictable—it moves horizontally first, then vertically, never moving away from you. Use this knowledge to lure the cat into traps and navigate through 50 increasingly difficult levels. With intuitive controls (Arrow Keys/WASD or tap to move) and helpful features like undo and reset, this game tests your strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The game also includes a level designer for custom challenges, adding endless replayability.

Recommendation

If you love brain-teasing puzzles and strategic challenges, Cat and Mouse is the perfect game for you. It offers a unique twist on classic maze games, requiring careful planning and quick thinking. The game’s increasing difficulty ensures a rewarding experience for both casual players and hardcore puzzle enthusiasts. With its mobile-friendly design and engaging gameplay, it’s ideal for on-the-go entertainment. Plus, the ability to create and share custom levels adds a creative dimension, making it a must-play for fans of logic and strategy games.

How to Play

  1. Controls:

    • Use Arrow Keys or WASD to move the mouse (your character).
    • Alternatively, click/tap on a square to move the mouse there.
    • Press Spacebar or click/tap the mouse to skip your turn and force the cat to move again.

  2. Objective:

    • Navigate the mouse to the cheese before the cat catches you.
    • The cat moves two steps for every one step you take, moving horizontally first, then vertically.

  3. Strategy:

    • Use the cat’s movement pattern to lure it into traps (e.g., corners or dead ends).
    • Skip turns (Spacebar or click/tap) to observe the cat’s next moves and plan your route.

  4. Game Tools:

    • Press R or X to reset the level.
    • Press U or Z to undo your last move.
    • Use the Reset and Undo buttons at the bottom left of the screen.

  5. Additional Features:

    • The game detects repeated positions and adjusts move counts accordingly.
    • Complete the Tutorial levels first to learn mechanics.
    • 50 levels are available with increasing difficulty.

Game Data

  • Loves: 4696
  • Favorites: 3837
  • Views: 174645
  • Remix Count: 268

Inspiration

Cat and Mouse is a re-imagining of the classic ‘Theseus and the Minotaur’ logic maze designed by Robert Abbott, a legendary puzzle creator. The game pays homage to Abbott’s legacy while introducing modern gameplay mechanics and mobile accessibility. Inspired by traditional maze puzzles and strategic chase games, it offers a fresh take on a timeless concept. The inclusion of custom level design and community sharing features ensures the game continues to evolve, much like the original puzzles that inspired it.

Classification

  • Game Type: Puzzle
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Suitable Age: 13-17
  • Style: Cartoon
  • Features: Single Player, High Score