Cool Cat

Cool Cat is a fun, short game designed by a Psychologist for children aged 5–8. It helps young players identify five key emotion regulation techniques, including deep breathing, counting to ten, walking away, and talking to a trusted adult. As players progress through the game and reach different clouds, it encourages discussion and practice of these strategies during play.

In the game, the cat feels sad and angry because the bees are very loud. Players guide the cat as it explores different ways to calm down. Points are earned when healthy calming techniques are reached, and points are lost if the bees get hurt.

Cool Cat can be used by therapists and parents to support children in learning and applying emotion regulation skills through positive reinforcement in an engaging, playful environment.

Cool Cat can be accessed on phones, tablets, and computers through a web link.

Itch.io games are primarily compatible with desktop computers (Windows, macOS, and Linux) via browser or the dedicated app, and many support Android, with some HTML5 games playable on mobile browsers.

Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) to artist Pixel Frog for portal door.