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Stars in the Trash

Stars in the Trash

|Spain, China|Simulator, Platform

9.4 /10

Aww Amazing!

Niche

380 ratings
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Why play it

Stars in the Trash brings the magic of animated movie classics into a narrative-driven platformer that combines action, exploration and puzzles. Tired of feeling trapped at home, Moka, a spoiled cat decides to run away and seek adventure. Explore, make friends, fight, and escape from the kennelman.

Story and worldbuilding

Tired of feeling trapped at home, Moka, a spoiled cat, decides to run away and seek adventure. His journey takes an unexpected turn when the kennelman threatens the streets. Moka needs to learn how to survive, and appreciate what he left behind, before he's going to lose his best friend and everything he had.

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Rating momentum

Aww Amazing!: 9.4/10 across 380 ratings. This score says: bump it to the top of your backlog.

Play style

Leans into Simulator, Platform, Adventure — a quick read on whether that fantasy matches what you usually enjoy.

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33bitsFernando Sánchez · 26 Dec, 2025
8.5/10

Stars In The Trash is an adventure that stands out for its sensitivity, hand-drawn art, and emotional impact. Its simple gameplay and leisurely pace make it a relaxing experience, ideal for those seeking something more contemplative than challenging. Despite its brevity, it leaves a good impression thanks to its coherence and the connection it forges with the player. While not without a few rough edges, this is a very solid debut from Valhalla Cats that confirms their talent for this type of experience.

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Impulsegamer24 Dec, 2025
8.2/10

Stars In The Trash is a small but heartfelt game.

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Nindie SpotlightJustin Nation · 17 Dec, 2025
7.9/10

An unusual pet-based adventure that manages to enchant and entertain, even with a few scruffy spots, while it lasts

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Thumb Culture24 Jan, 2025
10/10

Whilst it may have taken a little while and a couple of patches to get my review out. Stars In The Trash was always on my mind as a game I enjoyed. From the nostalgic graphics to the incredible animations, Valhalla Cats have hit the jackpot with this one. I just hope that they keep doing this sort of game and bring us more cats. Stars In The Trash receives the Thumb Culture Platinum Award.

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Screen HypeLyssa Greywood · 3 Jan, 2025
9/10

For fans of narrative-driven platformers or anyone who loves cats, this is a must-play experience. It slots perfectly into the growing line of feline-focused games, offering a unique balance of whimsy and emotional depth. It’s clear that Valhalla Cats has created something truly special—earning a well-deserved 9/10 for its charm, creativity, and heartfelt execution.

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Life is XboxDerek · 29 Dec, 2024
9/10

Stars in the Trash is a wonderful game, and as I mentioned, a piece of art in its own right. You start off feeling like, “Oh, this is fun, I’m a cat knocking things over,” but as you progress, you get deeper and deeper into this mindset that you feel like you know exactly what this cat is feeling and thinking. I very rarely find a game that makes me stop and think every few moments about what it’s like for animals out on the streets, and I have a lot of appreciation for Valhalla Cats for their work in bringing much-needed funding to animal shelters. In conclusion, get this game, play it, enjoy it, and remember to donate to your local shelters.

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Smash JumpJeremy Lowe · 27 Dec, 2024
8/10

Stars in the Trash is a great game. It controls well, it has a fantastic art style, and it has good music. On top of that, the story is gripping and emotional, and it all comes together in one nice package. Unfortunately, the game has some issues, namely plot inconsistencies, price, and length. That said, I think these issues are minor and don’t hinder the game too much. If you’re willing to shell out the $12 the game costs, I highly suggest checking it out. It’s a fun, short story that I believe everyone can find enjoyment in.

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GameGrinAlana Dunitz · 23 Dec, 2024
7.5/10

Stars In The Trash is an experience that all pet lovers should try. Besides the hand-drawn animations, this title is incredibly heartfelt but ends way too fast.

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SomHráč.skVladimír Rusnák · 20 Dec, 2024
8.5/10

Stars in the Trash is a very enjoyable game title that will bring a smile to the face of any animal lover.

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GamesCreedRifaye Awsaf · 15 Dec, 2024
8/10

Anyone who enjoys animals will enjoy Stars in the Trash because it has so many details, including exquisite artwork and meticulous attention to detail. Stars in the Trash is like watching a Disney film, and it feels even more like that now that we’ve finished playing it.

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