Cat Quest III

Cat Quest III

August 8, 2024

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In Cat Quest III you play as a purrivateer in a freely explorable 2.5D open-world swarming with Pi-rats. You can sail the seas in your ship for treasures galore! But prepare for peril, as the Pirate King aims to hunt you down...

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Critic Reviews (36)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

40.0

"You wouldn&s;t think that cats would enjoy taking to the high seas but Cat Quest III proves that feline pirates can be just as capable."

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Alana Dunitz GameGrin Aug 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

73.0

"Cat Quest III is an excellent 2.5D open-world RPG with fun characters and even a pirate ship to pilot. My only issue is that the puns can get to be a bit much by the time you reach the end!"

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Allisandra Reyes Game8 Aug 2024
80.0 /100

"Cat Quest 3 is a well-rounded adventure game that excels in many areas, particularly in its visuals and gameplay. The game delivers on its promise of lovable cats and captivating quests, providing an enjoyable and engaging experience. While it doesn&s;t …"

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Alpay Dedezade Twinfinite Aug 2024
90.0 /100

"Despite a basic story and simple combat, Cat Quest 3 is a charming adventure that you&s;ll want to spend as much time as you can exploring."

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Arthur Tayt-Sohn Game Lodge Aug 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

90.0

"Cat Quest 3 is a game that puts a lot of emphasis on fun and that embraces beginner players, such as children, very well, and also encourages a cooperative experience. A more experienced player could use it to introduce this …"

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Ben Morgan Qualbert.com Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

76.0

"Returning to this one of kind RPG world created by the talented team of 8 at The Gentlebros has been an absolute delight albeit a very short one. This can be forgiven by how much attention to detail they have …"

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Carrie Lambertsen Screen Rant Aug 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

91.0

"The story itself is not long, only lasting 10–15 hours for the main game. Once the game is over, players can also try it in New Game+ Mode or the upcoming "Mew Game" Mode, which will provide challenges such as …"

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Charlie Kelly Checkpoint Gaming Aug 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"Cat Quest III is a fantastic game and is far better than it has any right to be. More than just a silly game with silly puns, it is an impressive showcase of simple but quality game design, where they …"

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Echo Apsey Push Square Aug 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

87.0

Gameplay

93.0

Story

94.0

"Cat Quest III is a familiar yet flawless action adventure with fluid and fantastic-feeling combat. Its charming story and witty writing bring life to the Purribean, one of the best-designed mini-open worlds in recent memory. That open world is packed …"

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Eric Hauter Gaming Nexus Aug 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

80.0

"Cat Quest III serves as a fantastic introduction to this charming franchise. With surprisingly deep combat, intriguing exploration, and wild story turns, the game kept me up far later than I intended for several nights in a row. Appropriate for …"

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Fingal Belmont Niche Gamer Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

68.0

"Cat Quest III is a very light and fun action-adventure game with pleasing visuals and an open world to explore with a friend. Kids or anyone who enjoys the Lego games will find that there is a lot to enjoy …"

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Giovanni Colantonio Digital Trends Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

66.0

"Cat Quest 3 is a light but charming pirate adventure that&s;ll make you feel like a kid again."

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Giulia Francolino Spaziogames Aug 2024
79.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Cat Quest III is a simple and fun pirate adventure that takes us into a universe full of adorable kittens, nasty "pi-rats," and many more incredibly charming creatures! With a small game world full of islands and caves to explore …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Aug 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

100.0

Gameplay

100.0

Story

100.0

"Cat Quest III is everything a sequel should be, it builds on the past, expands the formula, and offers more ways to play. Whether you’re diving in solo or sharing the journey with a loved one in local co-op, it’s …"

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Jemma Casson Pure Nintendo Aug 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

80.0

"Cat Quest III is a fantastic addition to a terrific series. with local co-op and a sea-faring theme, everything feels fresh yet familiar. A humorous story coupled with fast-paced action makes this one a fun time all round."

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Jerry Williams RPG Fan Aug 2024
77.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

70.0

"A brisk cooperative romp that feels like a sugar high that lasts just as long."

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Joel DeWitte NintendoWorldReport Aug 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

93.0

"I don’t have a reference point of the prior Cat Quest games due to having never played them, but Cat Quest III has been a delightful, if brief journey full of whimsy, exciting (if simple) combat, fun character interactions, and …"

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Jordan Helm Hardcore Gamer Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

35.0

"Ticking all the right boxes to keep one engaged, yet doing little else to stand out even in the confines of its own series, Cat Quest III provides a competent, at times charmingly so, quest for better loot and better …"

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Kevin Itzinger GamePro Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

40.0

"Cat Quest 3 inspires us above all with its cute look and its simple but very fun gameplay."

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Kieron Verbrugge WellPlayed Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

74.0

"Cat Quest III is a succinct, super-adorable action RPG that builds on its predecessors with even more variety, accomplished visuals, fun twists and an absurd dictionary of puns. If you&s;re after an adventure that offers everything you&s;d want from a …"

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Aug 2024
70.0 /100

"Cat Quest 3&s;s selling point is also one of its biggest detractors, depending how you feel about the series: it&s;s simply more of the same. It looks fantastic, and exploring its cutesy world is a joy, but the addition of …"

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Leo Gillick PC Invasion Aug 2024
65.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

65.0

"Although it has it&s;s charm, there is little substance to this cat based pirate game. It is a game decidedly marketed at young children."

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Lucas White Shacknews Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

68.0

"Aside from those moments when you have to grind, Cat Quest 3 is a cute, breezy experience that shows why making more of these has been a good idea. And there are hints of plenty more to come, which is …"

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Lyle Carr God is a Geek Aug 2024
90.0 /100

"Cat Quest 3 is a near purrfect action RPG, with engaging combat, a gorgeous world to explore and loads of side quests to dive into."

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Mark Steighner Hardcore Gamer Aug 2024
78.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"Cat Quest 3’s style is its calling card, but the surprise comes from its addictive and unexpectedly deep gameplay systems and mechanics. It’s a full-fledged ARPG with cat and pirate trappings. Fans of felines and suckers for swashbucklers of any …"

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Nathaniel Stevens Digital Chumps Aug 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

70.0

"Cat Quest III from developer The Gentlebros is perfection. It’s a fun and fast game that has a complicated backend to keep the gameplay interesting. Its mixture of gameplay elements, from ships to dungeons, keeps it engaging and fun throughout …"

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Pascal Kaap Hinsusta Aug 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"Cat Quest III, the most purrtastic action RPG of the year, will be released on 8 August 2024. The sequel from development team The Gentlebros makes a fantastic impression and leaves you wanting more. Exploring is a hell of a …"

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Philip Watson CGMagazine Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

68.0

"Cat Quest 3 is a paw-some laid back adventure that could be enjoyed by anyone, especially if a friend is available to join in."

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Quinton O&s;Connor TheGamer Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"Cat Quest 3 lured me in on name alone but won me over with its great gameplay loop. A better tale might have worked wonders for it, but start to finish, it’s still a good time."

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Robert Ramsey Push Square Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

65.0

"Cat Quest 3 doesn&s;t quite live up to the expectations that were set by its purrfectly poised predecessor, but it&s;s still a rock solid seafaring adventure. While it falls short of Cat Quest 2 in terms of size and overall …"

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Sebastian Hawden PlayStation Universe Aug 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

90.0

"Cat Quest 3 will be too breezy and simple for some. I scoff at these folks and can simply enjoy a game that makes me feel so warm and wholesome inside. Cat Quest 3 is beautiful, well written and funny. …"

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Stefan L TheSixthAxis Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

80.0

"With its piratical new setting and boatylicious battling, Cat Quest 3 is another fun and light sequel in probably the cutest action RPG series out there."

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Stephen LaGioia VGChartz Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"Cat Quest III is a delightful ARPG that embodies what I love about the genre: colorful themes, adventuring, and thrilling, fast-paced combat that also yields subtle depth."

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Terrence Johnson ZTGD Aug 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

65.0

"If you can’t tell, I loved Cat Quest 3; as I said I was already a fan of the series and this entry is its best. The Gentlebros is a small team of 8 developers but playing Cat Quest 3 …"

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Tim Henze Nintendo Connect Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Cat Quest III is exactly what we hoped for — an evolution of its predecessors that not only improves the gameplay with more possibilities, but also successfully embraces a fully open world. The visuals, menus, soundtrack, and overall presentation all …"

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Victor Vitório GameBlast Aug 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"With improved visuals and subtle gameplay changes, Cat Quest III maintains its strengths and improves the series in almost everything except the narrative. It&s;s a solo or cooperative pirate adventure that doesn&s;t extend beyond what is necessary and isn&s;t afraid …"

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