Jestercraft, the indie game studio led by veteran developer Klaus Kääriäinen, has released the demo of its latest creation, Cats with Standards. Available now on Steam, the game invites players into a psychological horror world where obedience is mandatory, and rebellion comes at a heavy cost. The demo offers a glimpse into a dark, surreal universe that explores themes of conformity, personal struggle, and the challenge of finding one’s own voice in a world that demands silent compliance.
Inspired by the developer’s own experiences with burnout, the game also reflects the crushing weight of modern life—where the relentless demands of work, performance-driven culture, and the need to meet ever-increasing expectations can lead to emotional collapse. Cats with Standards serves as both a haunting narrative and a deeply personal expression of mental exhaustion in a society that rarely allows room for vulnerability.