Cat Island Launches on Steam, Lets Players Build a Town for Cats
The game's focus on catering to individual cat preferences, rather than a one-size-fits-all shop, adds a layer of observation and strategy to the typical city-building genre.
Key Facts
- "Cat Island" was released on Steam on July 21, 2026.
- The game costs 790 yen, with a 15% launch discount to 671 yen until August 4, 2026.
- The game includes four stages, 17 building types, and over 100 types of decorations.
- Estimated playtime is 2 to 4 hours.
- A demo version is available on the Steam store page.
Reporting from 4 sources: 4Gamer.net, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark.
Domkegames and pixelduckoo released the management and decoration simulation game "Cat Island" on Steam on July 21, 2026. The game is inspired by Japan's real "cat islands" and tasks players with building shops and arranging products on a floating island to attract feline visitors. Cats arrive with different desires: some want fresh sashimi, while others prefer tea and a sunny spot to nap. Players must observe each cat's behavior and stock items accordingly. Decorative items, including plants and figurines, are obtained through a gacha system, and over 100 types of decorations are available. The game includes four stages with distinct themes and goals, 17 types of buildings, a sandbox mode for freeform construction, and a decoration customization feature. The estimated playtime is 2 to 4 hours. The base price is 790 yen, with a 15% launch discount to 671 yen running until August 4. A demo version is also available on the Steam store page.
Developed by domkegames and pixelduckoo, "Cat Island" launched on Steam on July 21, 2026. The game draws inspiration from Japanese islands known for their large stray cat populations. Players manage a small floating island, constructing restaurants and other shops to turn it into a town where cats gather. Each cat has unique preferences: some demand fresh sashimi, while others are content with tea and a sunbathing spot. Players must observe these behaviors and adjust the items displayed in shops. Over 100 types of decorations, from plants to figurines, can be obtained through a gacha capsule machine. The game features four stages with different goals, 17 building types, a sandbox mode for unrestricted building, and a decoration customization function. The estimated playtime is 2 to 4 hours. The game costs 790 yen, with a 15% launch discount to 671 yen available until August 4. A demo version is also available on Steam.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 4 cited sources below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.
Sources
- 4Gamer.net お刺身派ねこも，日向ぼっこ派ねこも大満足。ねこがお客さんになる“猫の島”づくりゲーム「キャットアイランド」がSteamで本日発売
- Automaton イタリアンレストラン経営シム『Vacation Cafe Simulator』8月20日配信へ。現地の食材を使いこなし、ピザ・パスタを作るマイペースおしゃれお店経営
- Denfaminicogamer イタリアの街でカフェを運営するゲーム『Vacation Cafe Simulator』8月20日にリリース。ピザやパスタからブルスケッタまで、本格的なイタリアンが登場
- Game Spark 最大8人プレイ対応！転生してタピオカショップを経営するSLG『Boba Cafe Simulator』Steamにて「非常に好評」スタート。店舗運営だけでなく釣りや栽培、住民との交流も