Copycat

Copycat

Released Sep 2024

A poignant narrative-driven game about rejection, belonging and the meaning of home. It follows the story of a newly adopted shelter cat whose space in the home is taken by a copycat. Bring the tissues.

89% positive · 5,611 reviews
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All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

Copycat launched on September 19, 2024 as a complete narrative-driven indie game developed by Spoonful of Wonder — a small three-person team making their first game. The game shipped with a full soundtrack DLC on the same day, and no additional DLC has been listed or announced since. Post-launch developer communications have focused on platform expansions (Mac and Steam Deck support announced March 22, 2025), sales promotions, a PS5 physical edition, awards coverage (an AWGIE Award for Interactive Narrative and Gaming won by writer Sam Cable in 2026), and community engagement. None of these posts hint at additional story content, expansions, or a content roadmap. The most recent developer post, from March 23, 2026, celebrates sales milestones, charity donations, and award recognition — but makes no mention of upcoming game content. Given the nature of the game (a self-contained 3-hour narrative experience), the small team size, the absence of any announced post-launch content, and the developer's communications pattern focusing on awareness and celebration rather than new content, the game appears to have launched as a finished product with no further content planned.
Evidence
Copycat launched on PC on September 19, 2024 after three years of development. The team celebrated the release with no mention of post-launch content or future updates.
news post · Sep 19, 2024 source content shipped
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The only DLC listed is the game's soundtrack, released on launch day. No additional DLC has been announced or listed.
dlc listing · Sep 19, 2024 source content shipped
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Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Released
Sep 2024

Media

Details

Publisher
Neverland Entertainment
Achievements
21
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

⚠️ Copycat touches on sensitive topics such as family trauma, abandonment, and other emotional complexities. If you are going through difficult times, remember that you are not alone. Seek support from friends, family, or a professional. Take care of yourself and play at your own pace.

Copycat is a narrative-driven indie game about a pet who learns to deal with abandonment, and a human forced to surrender. Together, two souls go on a journey to discover the meaning of family and home. The game's colourful visuals delight the senses while exploring dark thematic depths. Journey on an emotional rollercoaster that pulls at the heartstrings and reminds you how it feels to be left behind. 🐾

We follow the tale of Dawn, a sceptical shelter cat who would much rather be in the wild than be readopted again. Dawn actually believes she is a wild cat. And plans on escaping as soon as she gets the chance.

Dawn has second thoughts when she meets new owner Olive, a lonely older Aussie mourning the disappearance of her beloved furry companion. Together Dawn and Olive develop an intimate friendship, as two broken hearts mend one another and learn to beat as one. ❤️

Everything changes when Olive falls ill, and a stray copycat steals Dawn’s place in the home—forcing Dawn onto the streets.

Wander alleyways, fences and rooftops as you learn about the true meaning of home. The reflective pacing of the game allows you the opportunity to indulge in the emotions of love, loneliness and letting go as you progress throughout the story.

Copycat is fully voice acted, featuring hours of dialogue and a talented voice cast. Original music score by Daniel Bunting.

Last evaluated Jun 23, 2026
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