
Game Overview
Every room becomes a small visual puzzle in this gentle hidden-object adventure, where the only real mission is to locate and pet an enormous population of cats. A Building Full of Cats trades timers, pressure, and elaborate scoring for a warmly illustrated apartment block packed with feline mischief. Cats peer from shelves, curl up in furniture, blend into clutter, and occupy spots that reward careful scanning rather than fast reactions. The mood stays cozy and cheerful throughout, making it an easy game to pick up for a few minutes or settle into for a longer, low-stress session.
Players move through a multi-floor building, inspecting each hand-drawn scene and clicking every cat they uncover. Finding a cat adds it to the level’s running total, while missed animals encourage you to revisit rooms with a sharper eye and a better understanding of how boldly the art hides its targets. More than 360 standard cats are spread across over six floors, and additional secret felines give completionists a reason to investigate odd corners, background details, and apparently ordinary objects. There is no combat, resource management, or punishing fail state; progression comes from clearing areas and satisfying the urge to turn every counter into a complete total.
Its strongest feature is the density of personality in such a simple idea. The black-and-white line art keeps scenes readable while still allowing cats to disguise themselves in surprising ways, and the building format gives each floor a distinct little domestic story rather than presenting isolated puzzle screens. Secret cats add a mild challenge without disrupting the relaxed pace, so success feels more like a satisfying observation test than a hardcore hidden-object gauntlet. Fans of Unpacking’s calm environmental storytelling, cozy puzzle games, or real-life cat spotting should find plenty to enjoy, while even genre newcomers can finish it comfortably thanks to its accessible one-click design.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to A Building Full of Cats.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 512 MB display memory
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectSound-compatible sound card
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for A Building Full of Cats?
After extracting A Building Full of Cats, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 578.09 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.