Dive into the vibrant world of teenage punk rock with Cat Leather Jackets, a linear visual novel that blends music and narrative. You'll follow Priya and her bandmates, Ian and Dave, as they navigate the exciting, and often challenging, journey of forming a band.

The core gameplay revolves around writing and rehearsing original songs, a process that's brought to life with ten unique tracks featuring interactive music segments.

Overview

Cat Leather Jackets offers a kinetic novel experience, drawing players into the lives of its characters with an indie comic book aesthetic. The story focuses on the band's quest to find gigs and build an audience, all while the protagonists grapple with finding their independence and defining their futures. It's a narrative-driven experience that captures the spirit of youth and artistic ambition.

Highlights

  • Musical Narrative: Features ten original songs with integrated gameplay segments, blending visual novel storytelling with rhythm elements.
  • Indie Comic Style: Boasts a unique graphic novel and comic book aesthetic that enhances the game's visual appeal.
  • Dual Story Modes: Choose between 'Story Mode' to experience the band's journey and first gig, or 'Default Mode' for a more relaxed, story-focused playthrough, with 'Punk Mode' offering a challenge regardless of win or loss.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy narrative-rich experiences, fans of visual novels, and anyone who appreciates the punk rock aesthetic or the journey of young musicians finding their voice. If you like games that combine music with compelling stories and a distinct art style, Cat Leather Jackets is worth checking out.

Game Info

Developed by diogoh3x and Garoa Studios, and published by Garoa Studios, Cat Leather Jackets was released on December 1, 2023. It supports single-player gameplay and features full controller support, along with Steam Achievements. The game is available in English and Brazilian Portuguese.