About game
Staring at the clock and waiting for your shift to end feels like a drag when your brain needs a quick escape. Catlab turns your browser into a high-stakes genetic workshop where you manage a cattery of fuzzy companions. You start with two humble alley cats and work your way toward rare breeds by mixing their DNA in the incubator. Figuring out which pair produces a Savannah or a Caracat requires careful testing and a bit of luck. Running genetic analysis reveals the hidden traits that determine your success in this cat breeding simulation. Skipping the analysis leaves you guessing, which often leads to disappointing litters. You earn extra coins by fulfilling client orders or placing your top champions on the show pedestal. Upgrading your lab with better gear keeps your operation running smooth while you are away. Jump into the action right in your browser without any downloads or registration.
How to play
Controls: mouse or touch — tap and drag to do everything. Swipe or use the arrows at the bottom to move between rooms. Landscape orientation.
1. Cattery. You start here with a free pair of cats. If you ever run out, the shelter hands you a new pair.
2. Analysis. Tap a cat → "Genetic analysis": it reveals the hidden ancestor genes that decide which breeds you can get.
3. Breeding. Drag a female and a male into a slot in the Incubator, check the pair forecast for the odds, then start the timer.
4. Kitten. Take the newborn from the slot: valuable ones to the Cattery, plain ones to the Shelter.
5. Orders. Open the order board in the Cattery (button on the left under the room title) and put a matching cat into the basket.
6. Show. Lift an adult cat onto a pedestal in the Cattery — it earns income even while you're away.
7. Genolab. Spend coins and DNA on upgrades: breeding slots, recipe odds, a vet, gene boosters.
Keep the feeder full: while it's empty, income and breeding stop.
Features
- Pedigree Tracking: Unlock hidden ancestor genes to predict future kitten breeds with higher accuracy.
- Show Pedestals: Earn passive income by displaying your finest adult cats for public admiration.
- Order Board: Complete specific client requests to secure rare crystals and experience points.
- Biobank Operations: Harvest DNA from unwanted cats to fuel your research and lab upgrades.
- Genolab Progression: Spend your hard-earned resources on nineteen unique upgrades including a cryobank and cloning technology.
Who is it for
Simulation fans and animal lovers who enjoy strategic management games. Puzzle solvers looking to master complex breeding mechanics will find plenty to keep them busy for hours. Casual players seeking a relaxing way to collect cute creatures will appreciate the steady progression and the depth of the genetics system.
Controls
Select and Move
Tap and drag cats or objects to place them in slots or on pedestals.
Navigate Rooms
Swipe across the screen or use the bottom arrows to switch between the lab and cattery areas.
FAQ
How do I get more cats in Catlab?
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You can breed existing cats in the incubator or visit the shelter if you run out of pairs to start.
Why is my income stopped in Catlab?
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Make sure your feeder is full because breeding and income generation halt whenever your cats go hungry.
What is the purpose of genetic analysis in Catlab?
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Analysis reveals hidden ancestor genes that are necessary for calculating the odds of breeding specific rare kittens.
