Cats of the Ming Dynasty

Cats of the Ming Dynasty

Catnip studio · March 11, 2024 · Casual, Point & Click, Puzzle, Idler, Exploration

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Cats of the Ming Dynasty price by region

Cats of the Ming Dynasty costs £0.89 in the United Kingdom, $0.99 in the United States, €0.99 in Europe (EUR), $0.99 in Georgia (USD), CA$1.29 in Canada, NZ$1.49 in New Zealand, A$1.50 in Australia, R$3.49 in Brazil and zł4.49 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Cats of the Ming Dynasty offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
United Kingdom £0.89 £0.89 — 1
United Statesyour region $0.99 $0.99 — 1
Europe (EUR) €0.99 €0.99 — 1
Georgia (USD) $0.99 $0.99 — 1
Canada CA$1.29 CA$1.29 — 1
New Zealand NZ$1.49 NZ$1.49 — 1
Australia A$1.50 A$1.50 — 1
Brazil R$3.49 R$3.49 — 1
Poland zł4.49 zł4.49 — 1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Cats of the Ming Dynasty

"Welcome to 'Cats of the Ming Dynasty,' a charming cat-searching game. Set against the backdrop of the vibrant Chinese ink painting 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' by the Ming dynasty artist Qiu Ying, this game incorporates 600 hand-drawn cats, creating delightful interactions between felines, historical settings, and characters.

'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' is a renowned piece of vibrant ink painting created by the Ming dynasty artist Qiu Ying, currently housed in the Liaoning Provincial Museum. This rendition of the painting adopts the composition style of Zhang Zeduan's original, utilizing a greenish-blue color scheme to depict the social life scenes of Suzhou during the Ming dynasty. With over two thousand meticulously crafted figures, each displaying unique expressions, the painting vividly captures the essence of the era with its meticulous detail, vivid colors, and elegant charm, embodying the pinnacle of artistic achievement in depicting social life during the Ming dynasty.

The game provides hints for undiscovered cats at random intervals of 60 seconds. Clicking on the game logo allows players to admire the original version of 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' in high definition.

-----Game Features-----

- Relax and unwind while enjoying ancient artwork.
- 6 scenes depicting different scenarios.
- 600 adorable hand-drawn cats.
- Relaxing background music.
- Cute cat sound effects.
- Random hints every 60 seconds.
- 100 carefully crafted achievement icons.
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Cats of the Ming Dynasty — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Single-player
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Jul 24, 2026
"In no way should you consider victory or submission to be a cause for shame or pride." - General Qi Jiguang.
3 found this helpful
Recommended Jul 6, 2026
Cats of the Ming Dynasty is a cozy hidden-object experience that transforms one of China's most celebrated classical paintings into an interactive search adventure filled with charm and historical appreciation. Developed and published by Catnip studio, the game embraces a straightforward premise while delivering an experience that is both visually captivating and surprisingly relaxing. Rather than relying on fast-paced mechanics or elaborate storytelling, it encourages players to slow down, observe every detail, and immerse themselves in an artistic recreation of everyday life during the Ming Dynasty. The result is a game that feels more like an interactive art exhibition than a traditional puzzle title, making it especially appealing to fans of casual gaming and historical culture. The centerpiece of the experience is a beautifully restored version of the famous painting depicting life in Suzhou during the Ming Dynasty. Every section of the artwork is packed with remarkable detail, from lively marketplaces and elegant bridges to busy waterways and bustling neighborhoods. Instead of simply displaying the painting as a backdrop, the developers cleverly weave hundreds of illustrated…
1 found this helpful
Recommended Feb 24, 2026
Although I am entirely without talent or virtue, gracious Heaven (天) has bestowed upon me the possibility of finding all the cats of the Great Ming.
1 found this helpful
Recommended Jun 3, 2026
I love this series and I completed must of them, I wish we can have a twisted mixed era! Modern times to past times or epic historical moments! Rural country too!
Recommended May 4, 2026
I really enjoyed this game! The artwork for the levels looks great, the music is relaxing, and the game itself is very fun to play. Also, I like that there are six levels to play through. I definitely recommend this game!
Recommended Apr 17, 2026
In this episode, the cats' diversity extends beyond the walls. This could be one of my favorites, if not my absolute favorite.

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