Top 5 video game cats of all time
Who wouldn't love a companion to help traverse treacherous levels in a game? Anything from summoning fellow hunters in Bloodborne to summoning sabertooth tigers in Far Cry Primal is a welcome breath of fresh air. Players love it even more if they have a furry companion to ease the terrors of the virtual world or give them respite from real-world issues.
Some appreciate the inclusion of dogs and the feature of petting them. For those who are feline aficionados, having cats in a game becomes a cohesive interaction in itself. Cats are often fearless and sluggish yet charming and adorable. Some cats are merely contextual interactions, like petting the cats in Assassin's Creed Origins, while others enhance the overall experience.
Some cats give hints, some even help in battle, and others are part of the lore. The addition of animal companions always serves as an advantage to the game's popularity. In some cases, it even becomes a brand identity. A handful of titles do this merely to venture into merchandising, but one some manage to hit the mark.
These are some of the player-favorite cats in video games.
Stray took the world by storm despite being an indie title. The adorable cat protagonist was an instant heart stealer. The art style and world-building make players feel protective of the cat by throwing hurdles at the furry protagonist in a dystopian universe. The city is inhabited by robots, and humans have become nothing more than a distant memory. A dedicated button for meowing is also provided, further cementing this furry companion's position on this list.
Palico is a collective term in the Monster Hunter universe that refers to cats. Palicoes are companions that tag along with the hunters in this vast universe. The world of
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