9.2
rating
Ludopedia
7.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love quick card games with a cute feline twist, Cat Between Us will win you over.
Highlights
- Easy to learn
- Fast and fun
- Cat theme
- Engaging hand management
- Kid-friendly
Keep in mind
- Can feel repetitive
- Limited strategy depth
- Simple components
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Cat Between Us is a light, fun card game designed for kids and families looking for something quick and low‑complexity. The goal is simple: get as close as possible to the cat without passing it. Each round starts with the player who won the previous round drawing a card and placing the cat token on the number on the track that matches the card’s value. The deck is then shuffled and cards are dealt according to each player’s hand size. Play proceeds in turns, with each player playing a card under one of six items on the table; when two cards are under an item, they are summed to give that item’s value. Players then sum the values of the items still in their hand to determine where to place their token on the track. Whoever is closest to the cat without passing it wins the round, and multiple winners are possible. Winners advance on the score track and receive more cards, making subsequent rounds harder. The first to win three rounds wins the game. The combination of hand‑management mechanics and a cute cat theme creates a quick, accessible experience that appeals to everyone.
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Best player count
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2
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3
BEST
4
BEST
5
REC
6
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
(Self-Published), BGD Taiwan, BoardM Factory, Delirium Games, Distant Nova Creations, Ghenos Games, Hobby World, The Op Games, SYNKA Games
Designer
Sky Huang
Artist
Fabio Frencl, Midjourney AI, Sky Huang, Wanjin Gill
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
949owners
177wishlist
20want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players.
What is the average playtime?
15 to 40 minutes, depending on player count.
What is the game’s complexity level?
Very light; great for kids and beginners.
What components are included?
A deck of cards, a numbered track, a cat token, and player tokens.
Who is the game aimed at?
Kids, families, and anyone who enjoys quick card games.
How does the hand management mechanic work?
Players keep cards in hand and choose which to play to control their distance from the cat.
How is the winner determined?
The player closest to the cat without passing it wins the round; the first to win three rounds takes the game.
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