Cat Mario (Syobon Action)

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You know those platformers where every jump feels safe until it suddenly isn’t? That’s Cat Mario, also known as Syobon Action, in a nutshell. You control this adorable little grey cat, bouncing through familiar-looking levels that feel a bit too much like old-school Mario. Only here, bricks aren’t just bricks, and pipes can turn on you like a villain in disguise.

Every step you take could be your last—block beneath you vanishes, enemies pop out of what looked like solid rock, and hidden spikes await in dark corners. It’s a game built on surprise and sheer frustration, but in the best way possible. You’ll die a lot, laugh at your own clumsiness, and then do it all again because you get this tiny rush every time you clear a screen without incident.

What really makes Cat Mario shine is its sense of humor. The traps aren’t just obstacles; they’re pranks for the player. There’s a gleeful malice in the level design—like someone reprogrammed a childhood favorite just to watch you squirm. And when you finally learn the exact sequence of tricks, there’s a weird pride in sharing that knowledge, even if it means someone else will suffer next time they play.

Despite—or maybe because of—its cruelty, Cat Mario has built up a cult following. Speedrunners challenge themselves to memorize every hidden threat, while casual players just want to see how many traps they can survive. It’s a maddening little world, but also a strangely rewarding one if you’re up for a laugh and a test of patience. Give it a shot, and you might just find yourself cursing and cheering all in the same breath.