Find Matt's Cats

When I saw Find Matt's Cats was a hidden-object game from a developer known for quirky RPGs, I raised an eyebrow — then got utterly hooked. The game turns the simple act of clicking into a tiny adventure, wrapped in charming pixel art, comfy tunes and a surprisingly warm (and occasionally dark) meta-story about making games. It's approachable enough to play with a niece, but deep enough to keep completionists busy for 20+ hours. If you've ever loved poking at every background object just to see what it does, this game feels made for you.

Scavenging Through 84 Tiny Worlds

Find Matt's Cats centers on classic hidden-object loop: enter a richly detailed scene, get a list or goal and start hunting. Each of the 84 handcrafted levels feels like its own diorama, stuffed with thousands of interactable bits — from tiny trinkets to silly animations — which makes exploration genuinely rewarding. You spend most of your time scanning, clicking and cross-referencing items, but there are enough surprises and mini-events to keep the rhythm from ever getting stale. Levels vary widely in theme and tone, and the designers lean into comedy, bizarre setups and small narrative beats between scenes. The core loop is simple, but the pacing is thoughtful: a relaxed default mode, optional harder goals and secret challenges if you want a tighter puzzle. I appreciated that goals change across three difficulty modes, so replaying isn't just more of the same.

Secrets, Modes and That Sneaky Meta-Narrative

What sets the game apart from the usual “find X items” fare is how much personality is packed into mechanics and presentation. Besides standard find-and-click tasks, you’ll unlock spot-the-difference challenges, secret game modes and a gem economy for customising mascots, aesthetics and even your cursor. The story — a meta narrative about four friends trying to keep a studio afloat — leaks into level content and dialogue, making many scenes feel like tiny commentary riffs rather than sterile lists. Accessibility options are robust: hint systems, adjustable pacing and family-friendly toggles (dark humour can be switched off) mean almost anyone can play at their own comfort level. Replayability is boosted by achievements, collectibles and difficulty-specific goals, which encouraged me to go back into levels I thought I’d finished.

A Tiny Studio’s Heart on Display: Art, Sound and Performance

Visually, the game is a colourful, densely packed love letter to pixel and hand-drawn styles; every scene invites you to click wildly, because something delightful usually happens. The sound design is a standout — comfy tunes, satisfying click effects and little audio Easter eggs that make random poking feel fun, not filler. Performance on Windows (the only officially supported platform here) was smooth during my play sessions, even with busy scenes, and the interface feels designed to reduce friction: clear cursors, optional hints and a forgiving hint system. There are a few rough edges — occasionally I wanted more music variety — but overall presentation and polish make the game an easy sell for anyone who enjoys cozy, interactive dioramas.

Find Matt's Cats is a lovingly made hidden-object game that turns clicking into a small, joyful pastime. It's ideal for fans of cozy exploration, players who enjoy dense scenecraft, and anyone who liked Matt's earlier work. I recommend it, especially if you value polish, accessibility and a dash of meta-humour — just check the price and the content toggles if you prefer squeaky-clean family play.