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About Lucid Cats
Lucid Cats is an online co‑op horror experience for up to four players that mixes action and strategy. Players descend into procedurally generated dreamscapes that feel nostalgic yet unsettling, while creepy monsters roam the environment.
The game supports solo play and invite‑only lobbies via Steam, with no public matchmaking. Loot is credited instantly but only kept if the team finds the exit and meets the required quota; dying resets the haul.
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Invite‑Only Co‑op Lobbies
A host creates a lobby on Steam and can invite up to three friends, forming a party of four. The lobby system is strictly invite‑only; there is no public matchmaking to join random games.
Solo players may also start a lobby alone and explore the dream world without companions. All participants share the same procedural level instance once the lobby is active.
- Invite friends with reliable voice connections to keep proximity chat clear.
- Hosting yourself lets you control who joins and avoid unexpected participants.
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Procedural Dream Levels
Each dream level is generated anew, presenting a weirdcore, dreamcore setting that feels nostalgic yet unsettling. Layouts differ each playthrough, ensuring fresh navigation challenges.
Because layouts change, players must rely on in‑game tools and communication rather than memorization to locate valuables and the exit.
- Explore corners early to locate security cameras that aid navigation.
- Notice recurring visual motifs; they may hint at exit locations.
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Proximity Voice Chat
Voice chat is tied to player proximity, meaning only nearby teammates can be heard. This design encourages players to stay physically close in the dream world.
Calling out monster positions or loot locations through proximity chat helps the group coordinate movement toward the exit.
- Speak clearly when near monsters to warn teammates promptly.
- Confirm when a teammate reaches the exit via chat.
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Laptop Upgrades
Each player’s laptop functions as a navigation aid, offering security camera feeds, valuable trackers, and other tools that simplify dream exploration.
Upgrading the laptop expands its capabilities, making it easier to locate loot and monitor threats across the procedurally generated map.
- Prioritize camera upgrades early to gain a broader view of the level.
- Track valuable items on the laptop to avoid missing them while navigating.
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Exit and Loot Mechanics
Collected valuables are instantly credited, but they are only retained if the team finds the dream exit and satisfies the required quota.
Dying in the dream causes the player to wake up with no loot, emphasizing the importance of reaching the exit together.
- Focus on staying alive rather than grabbing every item; the exit is the final goal.
- Communicate quota progress via voice chat so the team knows when the haul is sufficient.
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