
A poignant narrative-driven game about rejection, belonging and the meaning of home. It follows the story of a newly adopted shelter cat whose space in the home is taken by a copycat. Bring the tissues.
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⚠️ Copycat touches on sensitive topics such as family trauma, abandonment, and other emotional complexities. If you are going through difficult times, remember that you are not alone. Seek support from friends, family, or a professional. Take care of yourself and play at your own pace.
Copycat is a narrative-driven indie game about a pet who learns to deal with abandonment, and a human forced to surrender. Together, two souls go on a journey to discover the meaning of family and home. The game's colourful visuals delight the senses while exploring dark thematic depths. Journey on an emotional rollercoaster that pulls at the heartstrings and reminds you how it feels to be left behind. 🐾
We follow the tale of Dawn, a sceptical shelter cat who would much rather be in the wild than be readopted again. Dawn actually believes she is a wild cat. And plans on escaping as soon as she gets the chance.
Dawn has second thoughts when she meets new owner Olive, a lonely older Aussie mourning the disappearance of her beloved furry companion. Together Dawn and Olive develop an intimate friendship, as two broken hearts mend one another and learn to beat as one. ❤️
Everything changes when Olive falls ill, and a stray copycat steals Dawn’s place in the home—forcing Dawn onto the streets.
Wander alleyways, fences and rooftops as you learn about the true meaning of home. The reflective pacing of the game allows you the opportunity to indulge in the emotions of love, loneliness and letting go as you progress throughout the story.
Copycat is fully voice acted, featuring hours of dialogue and a talented voice cast. Original music score by Daniel Bunting.
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Languages: English*, Ukrainian, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Polish, French*languages with full audio support
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Copycat es de esos juegos que al comienzo se ve adorable, presentándote una perspectiva diferente, sin embargo esto dura poco si te gustan los animales y peor aun si tienes un gato. Eventualmente termine enojada con ciertos personajes y también creo no me termino de convencer, quizás porque se podría hacer una continuación? De todas formas es un titulo que recomiendo. le doy un 7/10
Copycat offers an interesting idea that caught my attention right away, so I decided to give it a try and wasn't disappointed. The game follows a touching story that mixes funny moments with a few sad ones. I felt for the main character the whole way through and got pulled into their journey. Walking (and occasionally running) through the neighborhood and dream sequences is engaging, with beautiful artwork that makes the whole game feel warm and alive. Controls are easy enough to get used to, though some scenes ask for quicker button presses than I am used to. The game notices if you’re struggling and adjusts the timing nicely, so there’s no way to actually fail those parts. The game can be completed in one sitting; it took me about three hours. There are several achievements to go for, most of them coming naturally from exploring and interacting with things, while a few require decent timing on the mini-game sections. Since the game is short, going back for missed achievements isn’t a chore at all or you can just use the chapter select to get where you need to go. Copycat is a charming little narrative game with heart and some really nice visuals. It’s a great pick if you’re looking for something short, emotional, and easy to finish in an evening. In the end I was left feline pretty good about the whole thing, so if you’re on the fence, just go for it. You won’t regret giving this Copycat a chance.
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Nettes kleines unaufgeregtes Spiel mit ernstem Thema. Von nur 2 Entwicklern gemacht - bitte unterstützt Indie Entwickler. - Ich hatte einen guten Abend damit :)
Copycat is just okay. The story and presentation are decent, but it really feels like a game that's mainly for people who already love cats. If you're a cat person, you'll probably connect with it a lot more than I did. If you're not, there isn't much here that stands out. One thing that really annoyed me was that the game didn't let you kill yourself when I tried. I understand why the developers probably made that choice, but it still felt frustrating that the game completely prevented it instead of letting the player make that decision. At this point, I'd only recommend playing Copycat if you really like cats. Otherwise, there are plenty of other story-driven games that are more engaging.
Хорошая игра с хорошим посылом
Definitely emotional, but a very great game with an important message behind it.
Bardzo poruszająca historia, o dziwo kolejne sceny nie są zbyt przewidywalne. Sam gameplay dosyć ubogi, ale w przypadku tej gry nie jest to najważniejsze.
Copycat es de esos juegos que demuestran que no se necesitan presupuestos millonarios para dejar una huella profunda. A través de los ojos de un felino, esta obra nos invita a ponernos en sus patas para vivir una aventura tan cotidiana como conmovedora. 🐾 Jugabilidad: Sencillez y agilidad a los mandos El juego se presenta como un simpático "simulador de gato", pero no se queda solo en la superficie. Mecánicas directas: Es una propuesta sumamente accesible y sencilla de entender. Agilidad mental: Las actividades y desafíos ponen a prueba tu coordinación y reflejos con el mando, logrando que te sientas ágil y escurridizo como un verdadero felino. Ritmo fluido: Su jugabilidad no satura, ideal para desconectar y disfrutar sin complicaciones. 🌟 Una historia tierna con un trasfondo real Detrás de sus adorables maullidos, Copycat esconde una narrativa con mucho peso emocional: Ternura pura: La relación con el entorno y la historia que se va tejiendo resulta sumamente entrañable. Mensajes para el mundo: El juego utiliza la perspectiva del gato para lanzar reflexiones sutiles pero potentes sobre la vida, la empatía y nuestra relación con los animales. Es un juego cortito, sí, pero de los que se quedan contigo cuando aparecen los créditos. 🛠️ Un mérito técnico impresionante (El factor "Dos Personas") Uno de los puntos más encomiables de Copycat es saber que ha sido desarrollado por tan solo dos personas. Este detalle eleva la experiencia por completo: Lograr este nivel de mimo artístico, fluidez y emotividad con un equipo tan reducido es una auténtica hazaña que merece todo el reconocimiento de la comunidad indie. 🖥️ El único "pero": La perspectiva ultra-panorámica Por poner una pequeña pega desde la experiencia personal, el juego carece de soporte nativo para monitores ultrawide. Jugar con bandas negras o sin la resolución adaptada a este formato le quita un pelín de espectacularidad visual, aunque siendo un proyecto tan pequeño, es un detalle menor y totalmente comprensible. 🏆 Veredicto: Totalmente recomendable Si buscas una experiencia tranquila para pasar una tarde agradable en el sofá, Copycat es una compra obligada. Es simple, es tierno, tiene alma y te hará ver el mundo exterior de una manera un poco más humana... o mejor dicho, más gatuna. Valoración: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (¡Una caricia directa al corazón de cualquier amante de los animales!)
Petit jeu qui se joue en 3h, environ (en prenant le temps de flâner et d'explorer). Malgré la durée de l'histoire on se laisse facilement prendre au jeu des émotions, tantôt espiègle et naîf, tantôt plein de colère. Quelques bugs mineures (caméra qui nous fait voir à travers les murs), quelques incohérences dans l'histoire, certains moments redondant dans le gameplay. Mais cela reste prenant, et c'est un bon jeu, surtout sachant que c'est le premier jeu d'un tout petit studio, à encourager !
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