With 100,000 Steam wishlists after 3 days, Cat Parents devs “never imagined” this response, and I’m surprised they’re surprised: it’s a game where you “save cats, give them love, care, and a place to call home”

Cat Parents developer Gaze in Games is in disbelief after its cute and cuddly cat-saving sim was added to 100,000 Steam wishlists after just three days, but as a noted cat lover, I’m not at all surprised by its success.

Per the Steam product page for Cat Parents, this is a game where you “save cats, give them love, care, and a place to call home,” “become a true cat parent alone or with your friend,” and “discover what true happiness feels like.” Again, why are we acting surprised that people are into this idea?

I’ll never understand why anyone would be surprised to see this premise, but Zacha says “those millions of views, and 100k wishlists and all expectations – are a huge responsibility and a huge trust.” The game is “coming soon,” according to Steam.

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