Copycat

Copycat is a heartfelt narrative-driven indie game that explores themes of family, loss, and the search for belonging through the eyes of a shelter cat named Dawn. Believing herself to be a wild cat, Dawn is reluctant to be adopted and dreams of escaping back to the wilderness. However, her perspective begins to shift when she forms a tentative bond with Olive, a grieving older woman mourning the loss of her previous pet. As their relationship deepens, the two find solace in each other’s company, gradually healing wounds left by loneliness and abandonment. The story takes a poignant turn when Olive falls ill, and Dawn is forced out of the home by a mysterious stray known as the copycat, setting her on a journey through the city’s alleyways, rooftops, and fences to rediscover what it truly means to have a home. The game blends colorful, charming visuals with thoughtful storytelling to create an emotional experience that balances moments of warmth and melancholy. Players take their time navigating Dawn’s world, engaging with a reflective pace that encourages immersion in the complex feelings of love, loss, and acceptance. Fully voice acted with a rich original score by Daniel Bunting, Copycat offers hours of dialogue and character-driven narrative that pulls at the heartstrings. It’s an intimate exploration of connection and resilience, inviting players to walk alongside two broken souls as they learn to heal together.