Cat Café

Alley Cat Games, Mandoo Games, Cacahuete Games · Board game · 2019
2–4 · best 2 30 min Weight 1.6/5
6.7 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
6.7 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those seeking a relaxing, cute experience with the satisfaction of filling out a sheet.

Highlights
  • Adorable and engaging theme
  • Simple and fast rules
  • Great for group play
  • Dynamic and short sessions
Keep in mind
  • Dice luck can be frustrating
  • Lacks deep strategic complexity
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About the game
Ever dreamed of running your own cat café? In Cat Café, your goal is to make your corner the most irresistible spot for the city's felines. To attract these picky cats, you'll need a good strategy and, of course, plenty of toys! The game is a light and addictive 'roll-and-write' where the luck of the dice sets the pace, but your spatial management is what secures the win.

The dynamics are straightforward: each round, players draft dice. You pick one die to use, and at the end, you also utilize the final remaining die. These results serve two primary purposes: first, they define which type of cat toy you will 'draw' on your sheet; second, they determine which level of your tower that item will be placed on.

The strategy lies in the positioning. It's not just about filling the sheet; where you place each item changes everything. Want to place a food bowl? Try surrounding it with diverse and unique toys to maximize points. Prefer cushions? Place them high up on the tower, because cats love to nap and watch the world from a vantage point. And don't forget the yarn, which can provide potential majority scoring to tip the scales in your favor.

Originally based on the Korean game Cat Tower, Cat Café streamlines the experience and makes it more accessible. It's the perfect kind of game for those looking for something fast, relaxing, and adorable, while still requiring careful planning to avoid wasting space. If you love cats and the roll-and-write genre, this title is a perfect match.
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Categories

Families

Animals: Cats Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Mechanism: Roll-and-Write
Publisher Alley Cat Games, Mandoo Games, Cacahuete Games, GaGa Games
Designer Giung Kim, Lee Ju-Hwa
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the game hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are very simple and the game flows quickly, making it ideal even for non-gamers.
How long does a game take?
It's quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes.
Do I need extra materials to play?
Just paper and a pen (or pencil), as it is a roll-and-write game.
Does it work well with 2 players?
Yes, the game scales well from 2 to 4 players, keeping the fun intact.
Is it a highly strategic game?
It's a light game. There is strategy in item placement, but dice luck plays a significant role.