A Good Cat and The Graduate Life

About

A Good Cat and The Graduate Life lets you live the life of a feline sidekick determined to ease your human’s daily grind. As the titular cat, you’ll knock over water glasses, pounce on important papers, and generally cause low-stakes chaos to distract your master from adulting. The gameplay blends simple action mechanics with a touch of strategy, decide when to nap, when to demand attention, and when to sabotage their productivity in the name of love. It’s a lighthearted take on the struggle of post-grad life, seen through the eyes of someone (or something) who thinks every problem can be solved with a chin rub. The game’s charm comes from its deadpan tone and the tiny, absurd ways it frames cat behavior as helpful. While no stats are available yet, the release on PC suggests a niche audience drawn to its quirky premise. With its August 2024 launch, it’s shaping up as a short, whimsical escape for those who’ve ever wondered if their cat might be the key to solving their life’s problems.