How Stray Balances the Light and Dark Elements of its Story
Stray has become a gem of a game, earning favorable reviews from critics and fans alike with its straightforward and immersive avatar: a cat. Developed by BlueTwelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive, Stray, tells a tale about a cat that falls from the Outside into a Walled City below, where it tries to find a way back to its family. It's a simple story, but it opens the door for an exploration narrative that isn't predictable.
Released in July 2022, Stray is incredibly engaging from its beautiful art and colorful graphics, but its steep immersion into what it's like playing as a cat sets it apart. What cleverly unfolds is a narrative that many can sympathize with, one that crosses the species of humans and cats and lets us see the world from a different point of view. Yet, underneath a cat's fun and silliness lies a charming, light-hearted story balanced with a dark one.
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Creating a cat protagonist to explore spaces from very open roads to holes in the wall or fence is a unique approach to a game. Pitching the idea on paper brings a fresh perspective, but it may fall apart if it can't be created accurately. Luckily, Stray succeeds on nearly all fronts. Entertainingly referred to as the cat game before release, Stray allows players to get as serious or as playful as they want, with a dedicated meow button, the ability to scratch rugs, couches, walls, and curtains, or jump from dumpsters to window AC units to rooftops. And this truly brings the game to life in a fun, light-hearted way.
It doesn't ask or require much from the player in terms of leveling up or combat. It just asks that you explore the beautiful world around you through the eyes of a cat and
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