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Games like Hidden Paws Mystery

If Hidden Paws Mystery is your kind of game, the closest matches are Hidden Paws, Summer Paws and Buddy and Friends on Halloween β€” picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its cats meow when nearby, handcrafted diorama like islands and relaxing soundtrack enhances immersion. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity β€” not a generic popularity list.

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About Hidden Paws Mystery: What is this cat doing here? And where are his friends? Explore strange and beautiful islands to find all the little kittens hidden there.

2018IndieCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableWindowsby Manic Hyena
Hidden Paws Mystery β€” Steam game cover
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Cats meow when nearbyHandcrafted diorama like islandsRelaxing soundtrack enhances immersionCozyPeacefulRelaxing

Players who liked Hidden Paws Mystery also play

Steam players who put hours into Hidden Paws Mystery also tend to own these titles β€” a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Hidden Paws

    WHY THIS

    Shares hint system, hidden object search and a peaceful mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Top pick for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    It's winter and cats are still outside. Cold and alone. Find them and bring them home. Now includes free Christmas Isles. Enjoy!

    2018IndieCasual2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  2. Summer Paws

    WHY THIS

    Shares 3d environment exploration, hidden object search and a peaceful mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Second-strongest match for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Summer days, warm rain, magical nights! Sleeping kittens are hidden well. Can you find them?

    2020IndieCasual4.99 USDSteam β†—
  3. Buddy and Friends on Halloween

    WHY THIS

    Shares a cozy mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Third-strongest match for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Halloween's here, and Buddy the cat and pals are set for 'tricks or treats' in the neighbourhood. But as they venture into the unknown, will compassion and kindness triumph over fear? Join these kittens in a heartwarming Halloween tale in this beautifully illustrated jigsaw puzzle game.

    2023Casual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—
  4. I commissioned some cats 6

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    I paid artists to hide cats and wool in 15 pieces of artwork. Can you find them all? Warning: Relaxing.

    2023IndieCasual3.99 USDSteam β†—
  5. Alice in Wonderland - a jigsaw puzzle tale

    WHY THIS

    Shares a peaceful mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Ranked #5 for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    β€œWho in the world am I? Ah, that's the great puzzle!”, said Alice. A new jigsaw puzzle game to remember a beloved classic story. Now with 12 beautiful illustrations created by Katia Numakura, with inspiration from β€œAlice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll.

    2020Casual3.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  6. I commissioned some cats 9

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    I paid artists to hide cats and wool in 15 pieces of artwork. Can you find them all? Warning: Relaxing.

    2024IndieCasual3.99 USDSteam β†—
  7. CatSacks

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    CatSacks is a cozy hidden object game of fuzzy friends with a little twist of puzzle solving fun. Click, slide, & spin objects to find hidden cats & other animals in four catastical worlds. Cat "finds" lovingly voiced by my real life kitties & friend's floofs!

    2024IndieCasual2.99 USDSteam β†—
  8. FIND ALL: Valentine's Day πŸ’˜πŸ’ŒπŸ«

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Hidden Paws Mystery fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Test your attention and go on a look for different items with your loved one. Explore the cozy waterways of the town on Valentine's Day and find all the hidden objects to make the black-and-white picture burst into bright colors.

    2026IndieAdventureCasual0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Hidden Paws Mystery at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam β†—
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  7. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Hidden Paws Mystery on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam β†—

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam β†—
  5. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  6. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam β†—
  7. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  8. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool β€” no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam β†—

More from Manic Hyena

Other recommendable Steam games by Manic Hyena, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Hidden Paws

    WHY THIS

    Shares hint system, hidden object search and a peaceful mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Another title from Manic Hyena, the studio behind Hidden Paws Mystery. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    It's winter and cats are still outside. Cold and alone. Find them and bring them home. Now includes free Christmas Isles. Enjoy!

    2018IndieCasual2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam β†—
  2. My Coworker is an Idiot

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Manic Hyena, the studio behind Hidden Paws Mystery. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Together with Steve, your coworker, deliver glass to the construction site. Try not to damage the city too much.

    2022ActionIndieSimulation1.99 USDSteam β†—
  3. Summer Paws

    WHY THIS

    Shares 3d environment exploration, hidden object search and a peaceful mood with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Another title from Manic Hyena, the studio behind Hidden Paws Mystery. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Summer days, warm rain, magical nights! Sleeping kittens are hidden well. Can you find them?

    2020IndieCasual4.99 USDSteam β†—
  4. Sandmade

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Manic Hyena, the studio behind Hidden Paws Mystery. Shares Indie and Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    Look closely and imagine, do those structures fit together? Sandmade is a beautiful puzzle game that starts simple and relaxing but will soon challenge your brain and test your spatial skills. How good are you at visualising objects in your mind? Immerse yourself in the world of sand shapes and find out.

    2018IndieCasual0.99 USDSteam β†—
  5. Fire Pit: Throw Things Into The Fire

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Manic Hyena, the studio behind Hidden Paws Mystery. Shares Casual with Hidden Paws Mystery.

    The world doesn't deserve to exist. Nothing matters anyway. Destroy and burn things alone. Or get your nihilistic friends and throw things into the fire together.

    2026SimulationCasual7.19 USDSteam β†—

Frequently asked about Hidden Paws Mystery

Does Hidden Paws Mystery run on Steam Deck?
Hidden Paws Mystery is rated Playable on Steam Deck β€” it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Hidden Paws Mystery cost?
Hidden Paws Mystery is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Hidden Paws Mystery?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Hidden Paws Mystery are Hidden Paws, Summer Paws, Buddy and Friends on Halloween.
Who developed Hidden Paws Mystery?
Hidden Paws Mystery was developed by Manic Hyena.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Hidden Paws Mystery.

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29 Games Like Hidden Paws Mystery β€” Ranked for 2026 Β· imho.run