Stray
Release Date: July 19, 2022
Adventure, TPP, cyberpunk, science fiction, robots, indie games, cats, action adventure, singleplayer
TPP action adventure game, in which we play the role of a cat moving around a cyberpunk city, inhabited not by people, but by robots. Stray is a game created by Blue Twelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive.
Last Update: July 6, 2022
Stray Guide, Walkthrough
Stray guide is a complete walkthrough of the game and Begginer's Guide, tips for exploration, stealth, puzzles. We describe secrets, finds, trophies, does the cat die, are there living people, system requirements, keybinds.
July 18, 2022
Stray Review: A Purr-fect Adventure
You wouldn’t think a little cat holds the key to saving humanity, but this dystopian adventure will make you think otherwise. Find out why Stray is one game you don’t want to miss.
Videos and Screens
[0:58] Stray Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer
[0:55] Stray STRAY - Nintendo Switch Release Date Trailer
Gamepressure Review
Stray
You wouldn’t think a little cat holds the key to saving humanity, but this dystopian adventure will make you think otherwise. Find out why Stray is one game you don’t want to miss.
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 91% of Critics. There are 193 Critic Reviews.
GameSpot: 9 / 10 by Alessandro Barbosa
Stray expertly embodies the abilities of its feline protagonist to create a captivating puzzle adventure in an engrossing post-apocalyptic world
God is a Geek: 9 / 10 by Chris White
Stray is a delightful adventure game that strips away all the normal complications of the genre to offer an enjoyable overall experience.
VideoGamer: 8 / 10 by Josh Wise
This is where Stray succeeds. It offers us delectable opportunities to act out the behaviour that so bewilders us, in very celebration of that bewilderment.
The main pros of the game
- Beautiful Graphics: The game is frequently praised for its stunning visuals and artistic design, creating an immersive cyberpunk world that feels alive and detailed.
- Engaging Storyline: Many players found the narrative to be emotionally impactful, often highlighting themes of companionship, loss, and hope, particularly in the relationship between the cat and its robot companion, B-12.
- Unique Gameplay Perspective: Playing as a cat offers a fresh and enjoyable experience, with mechanics that allow players to engage in behaviors typical of felines, such as climbing, knocking objects off surfaces, and meowing.
- Atmospheric Soundtrack: The audio design, including the soundtrack and sound effects, enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's ambiance.
- Puzzle-Driven Gameplay: The game features well-designed puzzles that require creative thinking, making use of the cat's unique abilities.
The main cons of the game
- Short Length: The game is often described as relatively short, with most players completing it in about 5-10 hours, leading to some disappointment regarding replayability.
- Linear Progression: While there are exploration elements, many players noted that the game follows a largely linear path, which can feel restrictive.
- Simple Gameplay Mechanics: Some reviews mentioned that the gameplay can be overly simplistic or easy, lacking challenge for more experienced gamers.
- Abrupt Ending: Several users expressed dissatisfaction with the game's conclusion, feeling it was rushed or lacking in resolution.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Open World Exploration: Many players wanted a more open-world experience or freedom to roam after completing the main story.
- More Complex Gameplay Mechanics: Some users felt that the game could have benefited from additional gameplay mechanics that leverage the cat's abilities, such as using senses like smell or hearing.
- Improved Dialogue Delivery: A few players suggested that non-verbal communication could have enhanced immersion, as the dialogue boxes occasionally broke the flow of gameplay.
- Difficulty Options: There were requests for adjustable difficulty levels, as some players found the game too easy or lacking in challenge.
Summary
- Overall, "Stray" is well-received for its unique premise and emotional storytelling, though it faces criticism for its short length and linear structure.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 893 votes. 175 players anticipated the game.
Stray Description
Stray is a third-person (TPP) action adventure game developed by indie French team Blue Twelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive.
Plot
The story presented in Stray is set in a cyberpunk world where humanity has been forgotten. Our place was taken by robots, no different from typical people. Where the action takes place is a city under a concrete dome, where a lonely cat - the main character of the game - accidentally ends up. He has been separated from other cats and must leave the metropolis to find them. He is helped by B12, a mysterious drone that seems to know more about this world than anyone else.
Gameplay
Stray is an adventure game with a pinch of action, based mainly on exploration. We traverse alternating linear levels and semi-open locations, where we interact with NPCs, collect items and perform side mini-tasks. Controlling the cat gives us a lot of freedom of movement, and the way to the goal is often not obvious and requires jumping over pipes, air conditioners and other elements of the environment (this activity, however, takes place automatically; it is not arcade-like).
An important part of the gameplay is solving uncomplicated puzzles. On top of that, there are sequences straight out of action games, in which we escape from hordes of creatures called zurks or sneak between guard drones. In addition, the game world offers a wide range of interactions appropriate to cats, such as scratching walls and couches, whispering water from a bowl or taking naps on pillows. A dedicated meow button is also provided.
Game modes
Stray offers only single-player play in an adventure that lasts several hours.
December 7, 2022
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November 15, 2022
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June 29, 2022
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Stray Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows July 19, 2022
PlayStation 5 July 19, 2022
Xbox Series X/S August 10, 2023
Switch November 19, 2024
PlayStation 4 July 19, 2022
Xbox One August 10, 2023
Developer: Blue Twelve Studio
Publisher: Annapurna Interactive
Stray System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2300 2.8 GHz / AMD FX-6350 3.9 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 650 Ti / Radeon R7 360 or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780 / 4 GB Radeon R9 290X or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Stray and BioShock Series Will Soon Leave PS Plus
This month, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will lose access to a number of games. We are talking primarily about the three installments of BioShock, as well as the very warmly received Stray, enabling us to play as a cat roaming a cyberpunk city.
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Christian Pieniazek
July 5, 2023
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Stray Apparently Heading to Xbox Despite ESRB Removing Data [UPDATE]
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Adrian Werner
August 8, 2022
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August 1, 2022
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July 30, 2022
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July 25, 2022
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Opinions
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July 25, 2022