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About Cats of the Song Dynasty
Cats of the Song Dynasty lets players wander inside Zhao Boju’s famous silk scroll “Xianshan Louge Tu,” a Southern Song masterpiece now displayed at the National Palace Museum in Taipei. The game reproduces the 159.9 × 84.2 cm artwork in high definition while adding playful elements.
The experience is single‑player and casual: gentle ancient music, cute cat sound effects, and a simple mouse‑click interface let you search for 100 hand‑drawn cats. Achievements appear as 100 distinct icons, and a timed hint can help locate hidden felines.
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Visual Art Integration
The backdrop reproduces Zhao Boju’s “Xianshan Louge Tu,” a silk hanging scroll measuring 159.9 × 84.2 cm from the Southern Song Dynasty. The game presents this painting in high definition, allowing players to view the original brushwork while exploring the scene.
Each of the 100 cats is illustrated to match the scroll’s style, creating a seamless blend of historic art and animated characters. This visual pairing highlights both the cultural significance of the masterpiece and the whimsical nature of the feline designs.
- Open the high‑definition view early to compare the original brushwork with the in‑game rendering.
- Observe how cat silhouettes follow the scroll’s line quality for a cohesive visual experience.
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Cat Collection
Players search for exactly one hundred uniquely styled cats hidden throughout the painted scenery. Finding a cat adds to a personal tally and contributes toward completing the full collection.
A hint button can be pressed to quickly locate a nearby cat, but it may only be used once every 60 seconds. This limited assistance encourages careful observation while still offering occasional help.
- Reserve the hint for areas where cats seem especially concealed to preserve the challenge.
- Keep a simple list of discovered cats to identify which sections still need exploration.
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Audio Atmosphere
A continuous track of comfortable, relaxing ancient music plays in the background, reinforcing the tranquil mood of the historic setting.
Each cat discovery triggers an adorable cat sound effect, providing an audible cue that a feline has been found and adding a playful layer to the calm soundtrack.
- Balance speaker volume so the music remains soothing while cat sounds stay audible.
- Listen for the cat sound cue as an extra hint that a hidden cat is nearby.
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UI Controls
Clicking the cover logo displays the high‑definition original scroll, letting players compare the artwork directly with the in‑game version.
Pressing the ESC key toggles the visibility of on‑screen buttons, allowing an unobstructed view of the painting while searching for cats.
- Use ESC when you want a clean view of the scroll to spot subtle cat placements.
- Click the cover logo early to familiarize yourself with the original composition.
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Achievements
Steam Achievements are integrated, offering 100 meticulously crafted icons that correspond to cat discoveries and other milestones within the game.
These icons are displayed on the Steam profile, providing a visual record of progress.
- Check your Steam profile regularly to see which cat‑related icons you have earned.
- Aim for the less common icons to ensure you have explored every corner of the scroll.
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