Scram Kitty and His Buddy on Rails

 Wii U
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Metro GameCentral
    May 19, 2014
    90
    A fantastic new arcade game in the best traditions of Treasure, that takes plenty of inspiration from older classics but has just as many new ideas of its own.
  2. Cubed3
    May 15, 2014
    90
    Treasure-like in its level of sheer ingenuity, Dakko Dakko's Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails is the sort of addictive shooter that is a must-own for Wii U owners and belies its initially brief appearance in the length stakes.
  3. God is a Geek
    May 13, 2014
    90
    Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails, with its strange design and riveting gameplay, echoes this side of the feline personality, too. Captivating stuff.
  5. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    May 6, 2014
    90
    As fun as it is tough and cute to boot, there's nothing else quite like Scram Kitty And His Buddy On Rails on Wii U, or anywhere else, for that matter. [May 2014, p.76]
  6. NintendoWorldReport
    May 14, 2014
    85
    Scram Kitty and His Buddy on Rails is quite an engaging game, but you need to learn it to fully understand it.
  7. Nintendojo
    May 22, 2014
    83
    Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails is a truly original game that obviously required a great deal of thought, passion and creativity, something I really don’t get to say nearly enough.
  8. Vandal
    May 20, 2014
    81
    Even though it might look like yet another indie game, this one is fun, addictive, original and difficult. A title you should at least try if you like platformers.
  9. DarkStation
    Jul 25, 2014
    80
    It’s smartly designed, and while I wish there were more modes, what’s there is definitely worth experiencing.
  10. Worth Playing
    Jul 1, 2014
    80
    Those who frustrate easily should avoid this title unless they really want to risk damaging their GamePads, but for those who love a good challenge, this title is worth checking out.
  11. Eurogamer Portugal
    Jun 28, 2014
    80
    It is difficult and the player is treated in a crude way, but the level of satisfaction when we completed each of his terrifying levels compensated for all the suffering and frustration experienced.
  12. InsideGamer.nl
    Jun 12, 2014
    80
    Scram Kitty seems extremely accessible, but the difficulty rises considerably after a few levels. Take your time and learn to deal with the unique controls, and Scram Kitty is one of the better eShop games that you can download for your Wii U.
  13. IGN Italia
    Jun 5, 2014
    80
    A very original and bizarre game. It's got some camera issues, but it's fun, original and challenging.
  14. 3DJuegos
    May 22, 2014
    80
    A fantastic arcade game with old school spirit.
  15. COGconnected
    May 20, 2014
    80
    If you want to have a lovely gaming experience where you get fluffy kitties for free, plug Animal Crossing back into your 3DS; however, If you want to yell, spit, grow chest hair and really EARN your fluffy kitties, buy Scram Kitty and His Rail Buddies, as the game is surprisingly addictive as it is rage inducing and fun all at the same time.
  16. Edge Magazine
    May 14, 2014
    80
    Come to terms with its idiosyncrasies and you’ll find a unique and wonderfully characterful action game; it’s well worth suffering those early scratches for the moments where it really begins to purr.
  17. Eurogamer
    May 14, 2014
    80
    A wonderfully idiosyncratic creation that, despite its smorgasbord of influences, feels like nothing else.
  18. Multiplayer.it
    May 27, 2014
    75
    Fun and clever in the first hours, Scram Kitty does not fall in the long term, but its shooter approach soon becomes more a burden to level design than a true quality gameplay symbol.

Awards & Rankings

18
#18 Best Wii U Game of 2014
19
#19 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2014
24
#24 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2014

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 40
  3. Negative: 6 out of 40
  1. hobnob_
    May 15, 2014
    10
    This game is exactly what I want in an arcade video game. It is fresh, it is novel, it is aesthetically pleasing, it has simple controls, itThis game is exactly what I want in an arcade video game. It is fresh, it is novel, it is aesthetically pleasing, it has simple controls, it has simple mechanics, it is easy to pick up, it is impossible to master, it is fun, it is frustrating, it is satisfying when you complete a level, it has a high skill ceiling. This is gaming as I remember from my childhood.

    The game itself features a cat that rolls around on rails. The levels are almost like sandbox 2D; you can go anywhere in the level, the purpose being to find the missing cats. One is near the exit already, one has to be chased around the level making an interesting obstacle course each time, one only appears after you collect all the 'coins', and the last one only appears after you kill the boss, and that only appears after you kill all the other enemies in the level. Each level is completely packed with stuff to do, and each level will require skill to finish to completion. The movement is novel, making it all the more enjoyable. Combat is reminiscent of old arcade blasters like R-Type.

    The game is fully recommended. The best indie title I've played in a long time. Easily stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Bastion and Mark Of The Ninja, even if they do all fill different niches.    … Full Review »
  2. korncheto
    May 21, 2014
    9
    Excelente juego de disparos, gran originalidad e innovación en el control... toma un par de horas manejarlo adecuadamente y un sin fin deExcelente juego de disparos, gran originalidad e innovación en el control... toma un par de horas manejarlo adecuadamente y un sin fin de horas dominarlo, es un juego retador con dificultad NES… Full Review »
  3. dkxcalibur
    Nov 5, 2014
    4
    I had so much hope for Scram Kitty before it was released. However, after downloading the game, I can honestly say that I'm disappointed.I had so much hope for Scram Kitty before it was released. However, after downloading the game, I can honestly say that I'm disappointed. It's very unique and I'll give credit where credit is due. The graphics are fine. The characters are really cool. The idea of the game play is awesome. Where I run into problems is the controls. It's almost like the developer made the controls clunky on purpose to add to the difficulty but all I get out of it is frustration. In fact, I get so frustrated at the controls that I don't want to play it anymore despite it's good qualities. Maybe they'll do a sequel and fix the controls and game play.… Full Review »
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