Nekopara Vol. 4

About

Nekopara Vol. 4 is a visual novel with simulation and role-playing elements that follows Kashou Minaduki’s latest efforts to earn his father’s approval. After his patisserie’s success, Kashou heads to France to consult his former teacher while balancing advice from his catgirl companions. Players navigate dialogue choices, manage relationships, and explore side activities like baking and hot spring visits. The story blends slice-of-life moments with light comedic and romantic subplots, all framed by the series’ signature catgirl aesthetics. This entry maintains the franchise’s warm, character-driven tone with improved pacing and deeper family dynamics. Fans highlight the strengthened writing and more nuanced interactions compared to earlier volumes. With a Metacritic score of 82, it appeals to visual novel enthusiasts who enjoy cozy narratives and anthropomorphic charm. Available on PC, PlayStation 4, and Switch, it continues the series’ pattern of episodic storytelling, wrapping up some arcs while leaving room for future installments.

Storyline

Despite the popularity of Kashou Minaduki's patisserie, "La Soleil", his father continues to disapprove of it. Seeing how troubled Kashou was, Shigure offers up a suggestion as a change of pace. A hot springs trip with Chocola, Vanilla and the other catpanions. With Azuki and Coconut's encouragement, Kashou is determined to confront his father while Maple and Cinnamon suggest a trip to France to seek advice from the teacher who taught him his craft. But why is Shigure also tagging along!? And an encounter with a new catgirl in France... This story is a heartwarming cat comedy about the growth Kashou experiences through his catpanions and the bonds with them and his family... with a little ecchi on the side, too.