Catagrams

A cute, cat-themed word game

Ponderosa Games


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Developed by Ponderosa Games, Catagrams is a cozy mobile game where players solve word puzzles to unlock hand-drawn cat illustrations โ€“ plus adorable feline accessories! Endless crosswords, endless cuddles.

โ€œCatagrams is a delightful blend of word puzzles and cat customization, ideal for casual gamers and cat lovers. Its adjustable difficulty and charming visuals make it easy to pick up and play, while the daily challenges keep things interesting.โ€
โ€“ย softonic.com

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Get Cozy with Catagrams โ€“ Out Now on iOS & Android

Pledge your support to Happy Cats Haven with the optional โ€œTreat Packageโ€

 

MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. โ€“ Feb. 6, 2025 โ€“ Ponderosa Gamesโ€™ Catagrams has launched on the App Store and Google Play! A word game with cat-titude, Catagrams is FREE and features beautiful drawings, a hearty challenge, and a seriously chill atmosphere for puzzle aficionados.

Some felines in Catagrams enjoy adventure and world travel, while others prefer snoozing on a sleepy summer day. Picture frames abound, but there are missing pieces! Players are tasked with matching threads and creating words โ€“ย unlocking hand-drawn illustrations and fashionable accessories for each cat. โ€œDaily Puzzles,โ€ which are included in the base game, keep things fresh and are sure to challenge even the sharpest (clawed) of wordsmiths.

But wait, thereโ€™s more! If players go for the Treat Package in-app purchase, theyโ€™re not only helping out the developer but also giving a boost to cat rescue organizations nationwide. Yes, 50% of the proceeds from the Treat Package in-app purchase will go to rotating, cat-focused orgs previously vetted by Ponderosa Games โ€“ starting with Happy Cats Haven.

โ€œI grew up in Colorado and have always enjoyed reading, gaming, doodling, and travel,โ€ says Tisa Foster, owner and co-founder of Ponderosa Games. โ€œNeedless to say, Iโ€™m also a word nerd and absolutely love cats! In addition to programming, I created all the art in the game โ€“ so you could say this is a true labor of love. Catagrams is all of my favorite things wrapped up in one neat, handcrafted package.โ€

โ€œAs a programmer and UI designer, I can say that Catagrams is legitimately fun to play,โ€ adds John Burak, co-founder of Ponderosa Games. โ€œTisa came up with the idea while brainstorming game concepts, and it quickly rose to the top of the list because it combines our love of cats and word games. Itโ€™s been quite the adventure! We started with a cardboard proof-of-concept and could tell it was fun. Once the full play experience came together, we found ourselves playing it outside of work without even thinking. Thatโ€™s when we knew it was more than just a cute game; itโ€™s a soothing and addicting timeout from the world! Weโ€™re really excited to share it with everyone.โ€

Key Features

  • Daily puzzle: Scratch that word-puzzle itch with each new challenge.
  • Hand-drawn illustrations: Unlock new cat scenes to uncover each catโ€™s favorite activity.
  • Curated puzzles: Customize word length and difficulty to your taste.
  • Cozy gameplay: Match threads, unlock cats, and settle in for a good time.
  • Infinite play: Purchase endless mode for limitless puzzles.
  • Adorable add-ons: Accessorize your cat companions!
  • Climb the top spot: Earn Game Center achievements.
  • Support a good cause: 50% of the proceeds from the Treat Package in-app purchase go to a rotating cat rescue organization!

Pricing & Availability
Catagrams is now available on iOS and Android for FREE. In-app purchases unlock the โ€œLimitless Puzzlesโ€ mode, ad-free gameplay, and winter cabin puzzles for extra coziness. All of the above in-app purchases are included in the Treat Package IAP for $9.99.

App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/catagrams/id6499542357

Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.PonderosaGames.CrossThread

Assets

Trailer

YouTube
https://youtu.be/9T7ByLQtb-g

Download
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/am1k8zynxwh675u1ms9kl/trailer_Catagrams_iOS_Android.mp4?rlkey=e4neejavd1updlbr2hx6g1pji&dl=0

GIFs

IMGUR
https://imgur.com/a/1gITG1G

Download
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/iwviiygsa5hp7ic3n9fbo/GIFs_Catagrams.zip?rlkey=8xvc39yi9pmihope9le03iqzd&dl=0

Screenshots & Logos

IMGUR
https://imgur.com/a/ry2stTm

Download
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/243bhzh45o78fgl238b9k/screenshots_Catagrams.zip?rlkey=6p5ht2egjiz0qfcypk4o4cm1k&dl=0

Social Media

Catagrams

Bluesky – https://bsky.app/profile/catagrams.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Catagrams
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/catagramsgame
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/catagrams
Mastodon – https://mastodon.social/@Catagrams
Threads – https://www.threads.net/@catagramsgame
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@catagrams
X (formerly Twitter) – https://x.com/catagrams

Ponderosa Games
Bluesky – https://bsky.app/profile/ponderosagames.com
Facebook – https://facebook.com/PonderosaGames
Instagram – https://instagram.com/ponderosagames
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/ponderosa-games
Mastodon – https://mastodon.indiegames.online/@PonderosaGames
Threads – https://www.threads.net/@ponderosagames
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@ponderosagames
X (formerly Twitter) – https://x.com/ponderosagames
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@PonderosaGames

About Ponderosa Games
Ponderosa Games was founded by two burned-out software developers who gave up their corporate jobs to make an indie game in the Colorado foothills. Tisa Foster and John Burakโ€™s love of relaxing mobile games โ€“ puzzles, word games, thumb twiddlers and more โ€“ inspired their debut title, Catagrams. To learn more about Ponderosa Games, visit https://ponderosagames.com.

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