Little Kitty, Big City (PS5) Review: An Adorable Diversion

I’m always a sucker for a cat video game. Like Catlateral Damage before it, Little Kitty, Big City allows players to live out their fantasy of controlling a cat, jumping around, knocking things off shelves, and so forth. However, this is a more structured adventure as there’s an actual plot rather than just encouraging you to cause kitty mayhem.

You play as a cute cat that accidentally falls off the balcony of his apartment building and then finds himself lost in the city with not enough energy to get back up there. This leads to the core structure of the game: explore around, find fish to eat so you regain energy, and finish some missions because you’re a helpful little guy. It’s a simple 3D open-world adventure with plenty of platforming as you leap and climb your way around the town.

While there’s nothing extraordinary about the gameplay, Little Kitty, Big City is extremely charming. From how the cat moves to the well-written dialogue — I love the pompous bodega cat you meet early on — this always feels like a truly authored experience. Even the fast travel system using sewer manholes is more charmingly introduced than it has any reason to be. You’ll have a smile on your face the entire time you play, so what more could you ask for?

While I had a good time, Little Kitty, Big City is a game that’s easy to nitpick. The camera can be unwieldy at times, especially around corners and tight areas. The controls and physics are sometimes off, meaning you might need to redo a section or two after a mistimed jump. Yet, it never brings the vibe down. I was always charmed by the experience, and any minor inconvenience was just that — minor.

While it’s ultimately a pretty basic adventure game, it’s one with a ton of charm that doesn’t overstay its welcome. It only takes a few hours to beat the game and get the adorable cat back to his home. That’s a good thing, not a complaint, as we wouldn’t want the little furball to be lost on the street for weeks.

Little Kitty, Big City Review: Final Verdict

Little Kitty, Big City delivers exactly what you want from it. You get to play as a cute little cat, cause some mischief, collect some fish, and eventually find yourself back home. It’s a charming misadventure starring a cute feline and one that isn’t extended without good reason. If you’re looking for a fun afternoon of gaming, then this fits the bill nicely.

Disclosure: The publisher provided a PlayStation 5 copy for our Little Kitty, Big City (PS5) review. Reviewed on version 1.010.000.

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