I wanna be The Cat

A precision platformer with randomized runs and cat-themed boss battles

Nemega · Released Dec 14, 2017

Reviews: Very Positive; 90% of 183
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 7 years ago; Jan 22, 2019
Minimum PC: GeForce GTX 280; 2 GB RAM · 0.2 GB disk; Full requirements

What is I wanna be The Cat?

In this 2D roguelite, you jump past spikes and fight cat versions of video game characters to claim the title of “The Cat.” Solo runs start with a hundred lives; running out means restarting, but permanent upgrades carry over. Shops sell items, skills, and extra lives, while a separate online mode lets up to eight players race.

For you if...

+you enjoy demanding jumps and carefully timed movement
+you want difficulty settings you can change while playing

Not for you if...

−you want unlimited retries without restarting a run

What players say

90% of 183 reviews are positive

Players praise the precise controls and level design. Some criticize luck-dependent boss attacks, especially when attempting to win fights without taking damage.

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I wanna be The Cat system requirements

Minimum: GeForce GTX 280, 2 GB RAM, 0.2 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows 7/8.1/10
Processor: Intel Dual Core 6600 @ 2.4GHz
Graphics: Intel 4400, GeForce GTX 280, AMD Radeon HD 7750
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 200 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0

Does I wanna be The Cat have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: PvP online. It also has a single-player mode.

Does I wanna be The Cat run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 31
Steam features: Family Sharing
Languages: Full audio: English.

Does I wanna be The Cat use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam