Bug Catcher · For pouncers
Bug game for cats
Buzzing flies zip and land, beetles crawl and freeze. Perfect for paw taps.
- Free 3-minute sessions
- Cat-proof lock
- Works on any tablet
Why cats love Bug Catcher
- Flies zig-zag, land, rub their legs and take off again, with a quiet buzz that follows them.
- Yellow beetles crawl in stop-and-go bursts that trigger the pounce.
- A mix of fast and slow prey keeps both kittens and older cats interested.
Best for cats who leap at flies on the window.
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Play Bug Catcher free, unlock for longer
Free
€0
- Every game
- 3-minute sessions
- Cat-proof lock
Bug Catcher
€2.99 once
- Unlimited Bug Catcher
- Every timer: 5 to 30 min, or none
- Yours on this device
Best value
All games
€6.99 once
- All 6 games, including the Surprise Mix
- Every timer, no limits
- Every new game we add
One-time purchase, no subscription.
How it works
- Pick a game and a timer. 5–15 minutes is a good session for most cats.
- Lay the tablet flat on the floor. The screen locks itself, so paws only move the prey.
- Let your cat hunt. Near the end the prey slows down, so your cat gets the final catch.
Cat-proof lock
Cats tap, swipe, sit and roll on screens. While a game runs, every touch goes to the prey: no scrolling, zooming, menus, links or going back. To finish, hold the 🔒 in the corner for a few seconds, then tap 1, 2, 3. Easy for people, practically impossible for paws.
Made for cat eyes and ears
Cats see blue and yellow best, and red looks dull to them, so prey comes in bright yellows, whites and blues on calm, dark backgrounds. Prey moves the way real prey does: quick dashes, sudden freezes and hiding. Sounds are synthesized fresh every time, so a squeak never repeats exactly.
Questions from cat owners
Is the buzzing annoying?
The buzz is quiet and only plays while a fly is in the air. Turn sound off in the settings if you prefer.
Is it safe for my cat to play on a tablet?
Yes, with a little care. Keep sessions short (5–15 minutes), use a screen protector if your cat has sharp claws, and keep the tablet flat on the floor so it cannot fall. Screens are no substitute for real play, so finish with a toy your cat can actually bite, or a treat.
Can my cat accidentally close the game?
Inside the game, touches only move the prey: the page cannot scroll, zoom, open menus or follow links. To leave, a human holds the lock in the corner and taps 1, 2, 3. For complete protection, also turn on Guided Access on an iPad (Settings → Accessibility → Guided Access) or App pinning on Android (Settings → Security → App pinning); those block the home button and swipes too.
Why does the game end with a catch?
Chasing something that can never be caught frustrates cats. Before the timer runs out the prey slows down, so your cat always gets the final catch.
My cat ignores the screen. What can I try?
Lay the tablet flat on the floor at your cat's level, turn the brightness up, try the sound on, and try a different game: some cats love mice, others only care about fish or the laser dot. Many cats need a few sessions to get the idea. Tapping the prey yourself first can help.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It runs in the browser on any tablet, phone or computer. You can add it to your home screen for a full-screen app that also works offline.
Is it free?
Every game is free to play in 3-minute sessions. Unlock one game (€2.99) or all games (€6.99) for longer sessions and every timer option. It's a one-time purchase, not a subscription.