Kittenwood Cats - A Hidden Object Game — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Patch Update - Game Title Changes | 2026-03-10 | You may have noticed that some of our games are starting to receive new titles. This change isn't a creative decision. It's something we are required to do. The term "Hidden Cats" has recently been trademarked, which means developers using those words in their game titles must now rename their games to remain on the Steam store, or risk removal. Over time, “hidden cats” had naturally become a common genre descriptor for cosy cat-finding games - created by many indie developers. However, small teams like ours rarely have the resources to challenge legal claims, so the choice becomes simple: Rename the games - or risk losing them entirely. So, |
| Spring Sale & Big Announcements: New Games, Hidden Cats, and Cozy Adventures. | 2025-03-17 | Hello, dear Kittenwood adventurers! We’re so grateful for your continued love and support for Kittenwood! Your excitement and kind reviews inspire us to keep creating games filled with magic, cats, and hidden treasures. Spring Sale is Here! The Steam Spring Sale has arrived, and if you’re looking to complete your collection, our Gemcraft’s Hidden Cat Bundle is available at a big discount! This bundle includes Kittenwood, Kittenbay, and Hidden Cat Memories, offering you more hidden object adventures filled with adorable felines. store.steampowered.com/bundle/43994/Gemcrafts_Hidden_Cat_Bundle/ Big News: Déjà View - A Spot The Difference Game Co |
| Kittenwood is 40% Off! A New Hidden Object Adventure is Coming Soon! | 2024-11-27 | Hello, dear Kittenwood adventurers! We’re so grateful for your love and support for Kittenwood! Your excitement and kind reviews inspire us to keep creating games filled with magic, cats, and hidden treasures. Autumn Sales Are Here! Starting today, Kittenwood is available for 40% OFF during the Steam Autumn Sale! If you haven’t joined this whimsical hidden object journey yet, now’s the time to pounce on this deal. Love bundles? You can save even more with our special bundle deals. Don’t miss out on the chance to grab multiple titles and experience more of the magic! https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/43994/Gemcrafts_Hidden_Cat_Bundle/ Exci |
| Discover Gemcraft's Hidden Cat Bundle & Cat Awareness 2024! 🐾 Kittynawa Update! | 2024-08-18 | Hello, cat lovers and cozy gamers! We have some exciting news to share with you today: 🌟 Only 4 days left for Cat Awareness 2024! As part of this special event, we joined other amazing developers to celebrate all things feline. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore a wide range of cat-themed games from various devs, including our own! It's the perfect time to discover new favorites. Click the image to explore Cat Awareness 2024! 🐾 Gemcraft's Hidden Cat Bundle is here! We’re thrilled to announce our new bundle, featuring Purrfectly Hidden Cats - Kittenwood, Purrfectly Hidden Cats - Kittenbay, and our latest release, Hidden Cat Memories—all |
| Small Fix - 1.2.1 | 2024-08-04 | Localization Fix: Resolved text display issues for players in Japan. |
| Purrfectly Hidden Cats: 1 Year Anniversary Celebration and 50% Off | 2024-07-18 | 🌟✨ Purrfectly Hidden Cats: 1 Year Anniversary Celebration! ✨🌟 Hello, my dearest adventurers and dreamers of Kittenwood and beyond! It's your old friend Goldenpaw here, whiskers twitching with excitement and paws dancing with joy. Today, I bring you a celebration announcement that's as sparkly as the stars in our Kittenwood sky. Ready to leap into the heart of the fun? Here we go! 🎉 1 Year Anniversary - A Purrfect Celebration! Can you believe it? It's been a whole year since we embarked on this magical journey together in Kittenwood. To celebrate this purrfect milestone, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you on behalf of Gemcra |
| Goldenpaw Unleashes Magical Updates and New Adventures! | 2024-04-23 | 🌈✨ Special Celebration Announcement from Goldenpaw! ✨🌈 Greetings, valiant explorers and cherished dreamers of Kittenwood and beyond! It’s your ageless guardian, Goldenpaw, tail swishing with anticipation and whiskers brimming with news. Today, I’m overjoyed to share a whirlwind of updates and surprises that sparkle like the constellations above our beloved lands. Are you ready to dive into a celebration woven with magic and memories? Let’s embark on this enchanting journey together! 🎉 Update 1.2.0 - A New Dawn for Interaction: Unfurl your maps and ready your wits, for we’ve transformed your experience in our mystical realms! With our lates |
| Update Note 1.2.0 - Humans Talk | 2024-04-22 | Hey Cat Detectives! Here's a quick update for version 1.2.0: Humans Talk: We've updated the game! Now, all humans are interactive and can talk, similar to our other games. Options: We've added a master and music volume slider and a text bubble duration slider in the options menu. New Achievements: With humans now talking, they needed their own achievements. UX Improvements: We've added a Home button in-game for easier return to the main menu, requiring fewer clicks. Various Small Fixes and Improvements. Thanks for your support. 🌟 Happy cat finding! 🌟 |
| New Game Alert: PurrfectlyHiddenCats Kittenrock is Live! | 2024-02-20 | Hello Kittenwood Explorers, In an unusual twist of events, Goldenpaw has mysteriously stepped away from the spotlight today. 🐾 Rumor has it, there's a flurry of activity behind the scenes in Kittenwood, hinting at something grand brewing just over the horizon. While we're all curious about what's being prepared (something spectacularly cool, no doubt!), we've got an exciting surprise to tide you over. We're absolutely thrilled to present PurrfectlyHiddenCats Kittenrock, a delightful new adventure in the world of hidden objects, and guess what? It's entirely free! This isn't just any game; it's a journey into a world where every mini-story an |
| Kittenbay Launch & Startail's Debut: 50% Off Kittenwood! | 2024-02-01 | 🌈✨ Special Celebration Announcement from Goldenpaw! ✨🌈 Hello, my dearest adventurers and dreamers of Kittenwood and beyond! It's your old friend Goldenpaw here, whiskers twitching with excitement and paws dancing with joy. Today, I bring you a celebration announcement that's as sparkly as the stars in our Kittenbay sky. Ready to leap into the heart of the fun? Here we go! 🎉 50% Off Kittenwood - For 24 Hours Only: Hold onto your hats, because this is HUGE! In honor of Kittenbay's launch and Startail's debut, we're offering a magical 50% discount on Kittenwood. Yes, you read that right - HALF PRICE! This spectacular offer is only for 24 hour |
| Kittenbay's Grand Launch Tomorrow: A New Realm Awaits! | 2024-01-31 | 🌟 Extra Special Bulletin from Goldenpaw! 🌟 Hello, bright-eyed explorers of Kittenwood and distant realms! Goldenpaw here, with some absolutely paw-esome news that's sure to make your tails twitch with excitement. Are you ready? Let's dive in! 🚀 The Big Day for Kittenbay - Launching Tomorrow: Yes, you heard that right! The moment we've all been eagerly waiting for is almost here. Kittenbay, our enchanting new world, is set to open its doors tomorrow at 10:00 Central European Time. The creators have been purr-fecting every detail, and it's finally time to unveil the magic they've been crafting. Get ready to step into an adventure that promis |
| Special Announcement from Rockin' Ridge of Kittenrock! | 2024-01-18 | Hey there, Hoomans and Cool Cats! It's Goldenpaw again, strumming in with electrifying news from the high peaks of Kittenrock. Remember that gossip I whispered about a third game in the Purrfectly Hidden Cats series? Well, hold onto your hats and get ready to rock, because here it comes and it will be FREE! 🏔️ Kittenrock: A Meowtain of Fun Awaits: Introducing "Purrfectly Hidden Cats - Kittenrock," a new free adventure set in a picturesque mountain resort. This isn't just any old hill; it's a hand-drawn wonderland, a labor of love that's bursting with intricate details, natural beauty, and, of course, those cheeky hidden cats we all adore! 🕵 |
| New Year's Purr-ty: Happy 2024 with Kittenbay's Launch Date Reveal! | 2024-01-05 | 🎉 Happy New Year from Goldenpaw! 🐱 Hello, my cherished explorers and friends! This is Goldenpaw, extending my warmest wishes for a splendid New Year to you all! As we gently step into 2024, I'm thrilled to share some whisker-tingling news about Kittenbay. Mark your calendars for February 1st—yes, you heard right! Kittenbay's official launch date is set, and it's the perfect moment to reveal something I've been eagerly anticipating. In this enchanting tale, the host is someone very dear to me—my granddaughter, Startail! Let's give a little meow to her: Oh-Meow-Gee, can you believe it's almost time for my grand appearance? I'm all paws on dec |
| Goldenpaw News: Kittenbay update. | 2023-12-27 | 🌟 Special Bulletin from Goldenpaw! 🌟 Greetings, adventurous souls of Kittenwood and the lands beyond! It's me, Goldenpaw, bringing you the latest and most exciting news from the enchanting world of Kittenbay. 🚀 Kittenbay's Final Development Phase: I've heard through the cat's whisper network that Kittenbay has reached its final stages of development. The creators behind this magical world are diligently fine-tuning and bug-testing to ensure your journey is as flawless and thrilling as possible. 🎮 A Tale of Whimsy and Wonder: Kittenbay promises to be more than just a game; it's an epic tale woven into a visually stunning 2D landscape. Each |
| Update Note 1.1.1 - Cat Names and Fixes | 2023-12-18 | Hey Cat Detectives! Here's a quick update for version 1.1.1. Cat Names: Now see names in thought bubbles when you find our furry friends. UI Fixes: Improved and fixed some UI issues for 16:10 resolutions - no more disappearing buttons or alignment issues. Main Menu Redesign: Check out our sleek, slightly rearranged main menu. 'H' Key Shortcut: Press 'H' to toggle the UI panel for an unobstructed view of Kittenwood. Bug Fixes: Minor bugs and particle issues are also fixed. Thanks for your support. 🌟 Happy cat finding 🌟 |
| Goldenpaw News: Discover the Wonders of Kittenbay! | 2023-11-22 | 🐾 Special Announcement from Kittenwood! Hello, Hoomans! It's your favorite feline guide, Goldenpaw, from the cozy corners of Kittenwood. Today, I bring you whisker-tingling news about a brand-new adventure: Welcome to Kittenbay! 🌅 Kittenbay: A New World to Explore: While my paws are anchored in Kittenwood, I'm thrilled to introduce you to the fascinating world of Kittenbay. It's a place filled with secrets, hidden during the day and revealed under the moonlit night. 🌙 Day and Night Adventures: Kittenbay is not just a picturesque seaside town. It's a place where hidden cats play hide and seek with the sun and moon, challenging you to find t |
| Goldenpaw's News: New Town Under Construction! | 2023-09-22 | Greetings, Hoomans! Goldenpaw, your beloved feline guide, has some whisker-twitching news to share! As our team continues to work diligently, we're taking you on a brand new adventure to a town you've never seen before. While it might be a departure from the familiar locales of Goldenpaw's world, this fresh setting brims with stories waiting to unfold. And we've heard whispers of new "hosts" dwelling within, although we're keeping their identities under wraps for now. But, ah! Those bells you see? Their tinkling might be echoing more than just the wind's melodies in this new town. We'll leave you pondering on their significance. Stay poised f |
| Major Update Announcement - Goldenpaw Update | 2023-09-14 | Hey everyone, we're thrilled to bring you a major update that has been carefully crafted to enhance your gameplay experience. Here's what's new: Final Challenge Revamped 🏆 • Stress-Free Gameplay: We've done away with the nerve-wracking countdown. Now, you can take on the final challenge at your own pace. But if you're up for a time challenge, we still track your best time! • Unlimited Replays: You can now replay the final challenge as many times as you like. Just use the same summoning mechanic as you did the first time. • Pause & Play: Taking a quick break? Pause the final challenge either through the options menu or by simply pressing 'P'. |
| Update Note 1.02 - Small fixes | 2023-07-24 | A minor update has been released to fix various small issues throughout the game. |
| Update Note 1.0.1b - Reset needed | 2023-07-21 | Good news, we've released a hotfix that resolves the quirky green cat counter issue that didn't gave the achievement. Thanks for pointing it out! Also we heard you all and we extended the chase time from 3 to 5 minutes. Please note: Due to the recent update aimed at correcting some identification issues, all ongoing games have been affected. To address this, it will be necessary to initiate a reset from the options menu. You can choose either a soft or a full reset. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Happy gaming! |
| One Week Countdown: Purrfectly Hidden Cats - Kittenwood | 2023-07-11 | 🔔🐾 CAT LOVERS, ATTENTION! 🐾🔔 Just a quick update for all of you eagerly waiting: "Purrfectly Hidden Cats - Kittenwood" is officially launching on Steam in one week! In this exciting game, you will traverse vibrant landscapes, find hidden felines, solve clever puzzles, and get wrapped up in captivating storylines. Each cat you uncover has its unique personality, adding to the magic of the Kittenwood world. Don't forget to add us to your Steam wishlist if you haven't already, and stay tuned to our community page for any updates leading up to the grand launch. We appreciate your continuous support throughout the development process. Your pas |