Flyhigh Works and developer Secret Character, the studio behind Yakiniku Simulator and Banchou Tactics, have unveiled Neko Odyssey, a cat-photography adventure game launching for PC via Steam in 2024. Featuring pixel art graphics in a 3D environment and gameplay focused on taking pictures of cats, the game features a casual cat-filled adventure.
Neko Odyssey invites players into a tranquil adventure as the main character, Miki, on a mission to photograph cute cats on a picturesque island. Players will explore various locations throughout the town in search of cats to photograph and upload to social media within the game. The photos will earn likes from netizens, and as players receive more likes, they will become better known, leading to new followers offering tips on finding unique cat poses and techniques.
Sometimes, players must form a bond with certain cats before they allow being photographed, adding complexity to the photo shoots. During the journey, players will encounter events that will lead to new photo opportunities, intertwining the plot with some hidden mysteries on the island.
▍Miki to Neko no Shima -Neko Odyssey- Gameplay
Neko Odyssey takes players on a casual adventure game that cat lovers will find charming. The game focuses on a quest to photograph cats, using pixel art graphics in a 3D environment that harkens back to Japanese animation styles.
As Miki, a devoted cat enthusiast, players will explore the various locations of Neko Island with a smartphone at hand, ready to capture images of adorable cats. Once discovered, these photographs can be uploaded to an in-game social media platform, whereby getting Likes, Miki’s popularity will increase. More likes lead to additional followers, who, in turn, may provide tips on locating new and diverse cat poses.
However, the task is not always straightforward. Some felines require players to build trust before allowing their photographs to be taken, while others lead to unexpected events and new photo opportunities.
Beyond just taking pictures, the game unfolds a deeper story. Players will uncover the hidden mysteries of the town through the information captured in the cats’ photos.
