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CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior
2016
Rules assistance for CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior
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- 3–5 players
- 20–30 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.8/5
Rules assistant for CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior
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CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior is a board game released in 2016 for 3–5 players, 20–30 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Dan Hundycz and its main mechanics are Simultaneous Action Selection, Action Queue, and Rock-Paper-Scissors.
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About the game
This may look like a kid's game, but the experience is much more geared for teens and adults looking for a light, fun programming game. Cats all start with the same cards: (Catch, Stalk, Play, Steal, Taunt, and Eat). No luck of the draw here, it's entirely up to you! Get as many enjoyment points as possible and win the game! Plan and anticipate what the others will do so that you can claim birds from the backyard or from other cats. Each player targets another cat and a bird. They will then select their actions for the two rounds of play. All of the cards are revealed simultaneously, the actions are resolved and when the smoke clears, some cats may have birds and some may not. The birds will hang out at the bird bath, in the grass, on the fence or in the trees. The bigger birds will need to be stalked before catching them and you will have to time everything just right. Once you do catch your bird you will have a choice to either press your luck and play with the bird to double its enjoyment point value or to just eat it. The longer you play with it, the greater the chance of it being stolen by another cat. Taunt cards allow other cats to distract you and cancel your actions. Nothing is safe in this backyard! A basic rules set is included for younger players and beginners.
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- DPH Games Inc
Questions and answers
CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior supports 3–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior is 20–30 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior has a complexity rating of 1.8 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior belongs to these categories: Card Game. Its main mechanics are Simultaneous Action Selection, Action Queue, and Rock-Paper-Scissors. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior are: Dan Hundycz. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists CATS: a sad but necessary cycle of violent predatory behavior as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.