# Claw Crane Cats — Realistic Claw Crane Game

> Realistic virtual claw crane game with collectible stuffed kittens. (iPhone/iPad app by PointZero Co..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/claw-crane-cats/id665704668 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PointZero Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/524034771)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Family
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 345 App Store ratings · 82 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 107 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-07-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/claw-crane-cats/id665704668/reviews.md

## What is Claw Crane Cats?

Celebrating 13 years, thanks to you!
Because it’s virtual, you won’t receive any real plush toys. But on the upside, you can easily get them as much as you want for free!
A realistic claw crane game is reproduced to your smart phone.
The 2nd of the series which has been loved by more than 7 million players total.
The prizes are cute stuffed kittens that are very soft and limp. Realistic soft feel makes you feel being healed.
Know more about cat species, collecting the stuffed cats designed based on real breeds like American Shorthair, Persian, Siamese and so on.
And, with the variety of various coats of hair, there are total number of 250 kinds. New friends come up every day. Let's aim at the completion of the collection while being covered with cute cats.
The operation is simple. Just keep pressing the movement buttons and release them at good timings. Swipe the screen to look at the prizes from any angle you like.
For the ones who felt mortified for having not been able to get prizes at a game arcade. Get as many prizes as you want in this game.

Won the 1st place of iPad App Store ranking in Japan.

For more of our games, please visit our website at:
www.pointzero.co.jp

## Key features

- Realistic claw crane simulation
- Collectible stuffed kittens
- Over 250 unique cat breeds and coats
- Simple touch controls
- 360-degree prize viewing
- Learn about cat species

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 140 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ad Removal | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Claw Crane Cats?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 😻 Cute cats and graphics
- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🕹️ Realistic claw machine mechanics
- 🧠 Good for brain training
- 😌 Relaxing and calming experience
- 🏠 Plays well offline
- 👍 Easy to understand
- 🌟 Good for practicing claw games
- 💰 Free to play
- 💖 Enjoyable for all ages

**Cons**

- 😠 Difficult to win prizes
- 💸 Requires coins or watching ads
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🕹️ Claw movement issues
- 📉 Limited variety of prizes
- 😵 Frustrating gameplay
- ⏳ Takes a long time to get a cat

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Claw doesn't move properly
- Game glitches after ads
- Coins are eaten without letting the user play
- Prizes get stuck
- Prizes fall into the hole and are counted as won
- Game doesn't load
- Claw doesn't grab anything
- Objects get stuck in the prize hole
- Prize placement causes issues

**Most requested features**

- Add more cat plushies
- Fix the glitch where prizes fall into the hole
- Allow disabling button explanations
- Add more prize types
- Improve prize placement for easier wins
- Add a reset button for prize placement
- Add more downward stopping buttons

## Recent user reviews (10 of 82)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/claw-crane-cats/id665704668/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best claw game ever

*2025-08-18*

I don’t know what to say but this game deserves 5 stars.

**Developer response:** ❤

### 5/5 — とにかく可愛い

*2025-06-15*

本物そっくり可愛い(*´`)コレクションもできて最高です！！

**Developer response:** ❤

### 1/5 — 落ちてきた猫は全部横向き

*2025-06-02*

何度も動かしてやっと縦向きになり掛けても変な挙動で横向きになる。取らせる気が無いかの様に思えて楽しさを見い出せませんでした。

**Developer response:** 🙇

### 4/5 — いいと思う

*2024-09-22, version 2.08.060*

あ

### 5/5 — Nostalgia and very fun for my brain

*2024-09-01*

I used to play this game when i was younger and had my first device, and now im older and its been years since this game has come out, very happy to see its still running and i can still play

**Developer response:** ❤

### 4/5 — I love this game! But heres a few problems,

*2024-07-17*

I love the game, but whenever I play, I move the claw, but if I try to move it again, it wont let me. And, I don't like how you have to pay coins to play or watch adds to get more. Please fix it but other than that, great game and whoever and this game is a genius!😊

**Developer response:** 🙇

### 5/5 — すき

*2024-06-29*

私はクレーンゲームが好きなので是非続けて欲しいです

**Developer response:** ❤

### 5/5 — a

*2024-06-24, version 2.08.040*

aaaaa

### 5/5 — 神ゲー♡♡♡♡

*2024-01-09*

とにかく楽しいですね。　やみつきになります(^｡^)

**Developer response:** ❤

### 5/5 — 大久保環

*2023-12-10*

いつもこのゲームをやっています。ありがとうございます😊

**Developer response:** ❤

## Frequently asked questions about Claw Crane Cats

### What is Claw Crane Cats?

Claw Crane Cats is a realistic virtual claw crane game for smartphones. It allows players to win a variety of cute stuffed kittens, inspired by real cat breeds, without the need to receive physical prizes. The game aims to replicate the arcade experience with simple controls and a focus on collection.

### How do I play Claw Crane Cats?

Playing is simple: press and hold the movement buttons to position the claw, then release at the right moment to grab a prize. You can swipe the screen to view prizes from different angles. The goal is to collect all 250 kinds of stuffed cats.

### Can I win real prizes with Claw Crane Cats?

No, this is a virtual game and you will not receive any real plush toys. The game focuses on the enjoyment of winning virtual prizes and collecting the wide variety of stuffed kittens available.

### What kind of prizes can I win?

You can win stuffed kittens designed based on real cat breeds such as American Shorthair, Persian, and Siamese. There are over 250 different kinds to collect, featuring a variety of coats of hair, with new friends appearing daily.

### Is Claw Crane Cats free to play?

Yes, the game is free to play. It is supported by advertisements and offers in-app purchases, allowing players to enhance their experience or acquire items more easily.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.09.040 — 2026-05-11

- 2.09.040
Improved sound quality.

- 2.09.000
Added new plushies: Bengal, Toyger, Singapura, and Russian Blue

- Recent major updates
Added new prizes: Japanese Bobtail, Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Manx, Sphynx, Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon
Added a confirmation dialog when resetting prizes.
The detail screen now has the ability to reflect the size of the prize and buttons to check the size records.
The phone now vibrates at the prize acquisition.
Implemented secret title screens.
Replaced the physics engine with the latest one.
The improvement of the collection window.
The bending condition of the prizes are now saved.
Made the tiny prizes more easier to get.
The textures of the prizes and background have been improved.
The in-app purchase prices are revised. Much more affordable than before.
Added support for Chinese (traditional and simplified).

### 2.09.030 — 2026-05-07

- 2.09.030
Improved sound quality.

- 2.09.000
Added new plushies: Bengal, Toyger, Singapura, and Russian Blue

- Recent major updates
Added new prizes: Japanese Bobtail, Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Manx, Sphynx, Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon
Added a confirmation dialog when resetting prizes.
The detail screen now has the ability to reflect the size of the prize and buttons to check the size records.
The phone now vibrates at the prize acquisition.
Implemented secret title screens.
Replaced the physics engine with the latest one.
The improvement of the collection window.
The bending condition of the prizes are now saved.
Made the tiny prizes more easier to get.
The textures of the prizes and background have been improved.
The in-app purchase prices are revised. Much more affordable than before.
Added support for Chinese (traditional and simplified).

### 2.09.010 — 2025-07-10

- 2.09.010
Fixed an issue where audio could stop playing after watching an ad.

- 2.09.000
Added new plushies: Bengal, Toyger, Singapura, and Russian Blue

- Recent major updates
Added new prizes: Japanese Bobtail, Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Manx, Sphynx, Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon
Added a confirmation dialog when resetting prizes.
The detail screen now has the ability to reflect the size of the prize and buttons to check the size records.
The phone now vibrates at the prize acquisition.
Implemented secret title screens.
Replaced the physics engine with the latest one.
The improvement of the collection window.
The bending condition of the prizes are now saved.
Made the tiny prizes more easier to get.
The textures of the prizes and background have been improved.
The in-app purchase prices are revised. Much more affordable than before.
Added support for Chinese (traditional and simplified).

### 2.09.000 — 2025-05-03

- 2.09.000
Added new plushies: Bengal, Toyger, Singapura, and Russian Blue

- Recent major updates
Added new prizes: Japanese Bobtail, Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Manx, Sphynx, Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon
Added a confirmation dialog when resetting prizes.
The detail screen now has the ability to reflect the size of the prize and buttons to check the size records.
The phone now vibrates at the prize acquisition.
Implemented secret title screens.
Replaced the physics engine with the latest one.
The improvement of the collection window.
The bending condition of the prizes are now saved.
Made the tiny prizes more easier to get.
The textures of the prizes and background have been improved.
The in-app purchase prices are revised. Much more affordable than before.
Added support for Chinese (traditional and simplified).

### 2.08.110 — 2025-04-06

- 2.08.110
Maintenance Update

- 2.08.000
Added new prizes: Japanese Bobtail

- Recent major updates
Added new prizes: Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Manx, Sphynx, Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon
Added a confirmation dialog when resetting prizes.
The detail screen now has the ability to reflect the size of the prize and buttons to check the size records.
The phone now vibrates at the prize acquisition.
Implemented secret title screens.
Replaced the physics engine with the latest one.
The improvement of the collection window.
The bending condition of the prizes are now saved.
Made the tiny prizes more easier to get.
The textures of the prizes and background have been improved.
The in-app purchase prices are revised. Much more affordable than before.
Added support for Chinese (traditional and simplified).

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