Release Date: 6 March 2024
Platforms: PS4/PS5/Xbox One/Xbox Series X|S/NSW
Genre: Atmospheric interactive point and click adventure
21st February, 2024: Indie publisher Sometimes You and Indie developer BOV, a team of two, are pleased to announce their forthcoming release Cat and Ghostly Road. Launching on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Microsoft Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch on 6th March 2024. An atmospheric and beautiful graphically stylized adventure title where the player has to go on a dangerous journey to the world of ghosts and demons.
Setting the scene
Fifteen years ago, in the cold autumn a white cat was found under a bridge by developers from the BOV team. Nobody was looking for him and so they took him in and has lived with them since. The cat’s name is Lune (symbol of a good beginning Yan) and they grew very fond of him, and, so, he became the prototype for our hero.
(Let's go to the gaming universe now…)
One day a misfortunate incident happened to the old man…. Now you will need to help the man and save him from death. To do this, you have to go on a dangerous journey to the world of ghosts and demons. Not all things are what they seem: in order to see their true form, you have special vision. Did we forget to tell you, you assume the role of the cat, a very special feline!
Cat Napped inspired!
Bov, the developer, highlighted, “The inspiration for creating the game was our cat! Because the cat is white, he resembles a moon cat. We gradually became imbued with the idea of fantasy in an Asian style. Everything else fell into place naturally. The main goal of the game is for the cat to save his friend's soul that’s been taken by a demon. Secondary goals include helping fairytale characters.
Sneaky
Cat and Ghostly Road is quest driven and you will interact with a large number of characters through dialogues and by using items from the inventory. There are quite a few diverse characters and among the key characters, it's important to mention the cat-girl, where you will gain a new and interesting mechanic.The main goal is to free the soul of the cat's human friend from the demon's captivity. You need to solve numerous tasks along the way: help a carp, find the dead flower, locate a skull for a ghost, drive away rats from an old ship, retrieve a phoenix feather. There are many varied tasks, and the cat/you will need cunning and special abilities, which are gradually acquired throughout the journey.
Designed for a challenge and gameplay!
Cat and Ghostly Road is designed in such a way that you can't skip any landscape. While some locations can be revisited, once the player progresses further, they lose the opportunity to go back. The storyline remains unchanged, but the game features a variety of diverse scenes. Some of the most memorable locations include the "Garden of Souls", where one of the main scenes takes place, the "Spirit Cemetery", a meditative walk through the "Pearl Tree", and the "Ghostly Bazaar," where you can encounter amazing characters. Plus a few more that gamers will find!!!
Features
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Cat's visions - allow the player to see demons
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Mini Puzzles- playing the clay flute (ocarina) - a game involving zodiac signs plus lots more
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Gameplay - 3+ hours
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Dialogue - simple straightforward, yet challenging
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Cat and Ghostly Road - atmospheric and meditative in nature
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Music/SFX - Expertly crafted and incorporated
Visually Cat and Ghostly Road is a title that has a focus on its looks and ambience to create a tranquil and enticing story so that gamers can enjoy both the environment and the mental challenges. The luxurious hand drawn screens are detailed and varied and inspired by Asian culture and art.
Cat and Ghostly Road’s intuitive presentation and tasks allow for gradual progression and interaction utilising objects is also balanced but at the same time challenging adding interest for the player to continue their exciting journey of exploration and achievements.
A Beautiful Vision and Challenge
So full of atmosphere it's hard to believe!
About Sometimes You
Sometimes You provide console porting and publishing services, product strategy development, quality assurance, ad materials, and marketing for small developer teams. Sometimes You has published hit games including In Rays of the Light, Music Racer, The Mooseman, NORTH and many more.