Cat 3

The release date for Cat 3 is July 20, 2026, on PC. This strategic title shifts the traditional match-3 formula into a roguelite structure, focusing on drafting powerful stacking upgrades that transform simple board clears into automated screen-wiping cascades. Players choose between four distinct heroes, such as the gold-focused Peridot or the aggressive French Fry, to define their starting stats and unique special abilities before facing waves of cosmic enemies.

The strategic weight lies in how you manage the board versus how you draft rarity-tiered cards like crit chains and lifesteal bonuses between rounds. Unlike relaxing puzzle games, this requires careful management of limited items like Catnip Bombs to survive telegraphed enemy attacks and boss encounters. It is a high-speed take on the genre for those who want their puzzle boards to feel like a bullet-heaven build. Grab this if you want a fast-paced strategy loop with deep build variety.