Press release

Mentored by Doot Tiny Grant, creator of Minami Lane, new indie studio releases Kitty Haven, a logic puzzle game with a hint of decoration, now on steam

Mabouya Studio has been selected with 4 others to be part of the Doot tiny grant, a small subvention and mentoring program set by the creators of  Minami Lane, Sol Cesto, Caravan SandWitch and many more. In this new adorable cozy game, Solve puzzles and create the perfect fluffy haven.

[Paris, France - August 23, 2025] – Independent studio Mabouya is thrilled to announce Kitty Haven, a heartwarming puzzle game where players meet adorable cats, solve relaxing puzzles, and build their own feline sanctuary. It’s a small but enriching game with 2 to 4 hours of gameplay. The Doot Tiny Grant program has recognized Kitty Haven for its strong artistic direction and engaging gameplay, highlighting the project among promising indie titles and providing valuable support for its development. The game is set to launch on Steam in Q4 2025. We know the wait is hard, but fortunately players can expect a demo in the coming months. In the meantime a wishlist will help them stay up to date !

Visit homes, cafés, and more to resolve intricate cat dilemmas. Every animal has a need, every home has its quirks, and it’s up to you to make sure all paws are perfectly in place!  Between levels, return to your own cat refuge, where cats find a safe, cozy home.

Watch Kitty Haven Announcement Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h05ccueRgG0

Wishlist Kitty Haven on Steam:  https://store.steampowered.com/app/3930380?utm_source=press

Kitty Haven is designed for players who love puzzle games, cozy decorations, and of course, cats. With a warm art style and uplifting tone, the game is the perfect escape for anyone seeking comfort and creativity in their gaming sessions.

“I just wanted to make the cutest game possible. It brings me joy, and I hope it will bring a lot to the players” said Taye Cimon, lead developer at Mabouya studios.

Key Features:
  • Relaxing yet gradually challenging puzzles, great for beginners as well as veterans of the genre
  • Meet a handful of fluffy friends, each with their own quirks and personalities
  • Deeply charming and welcoming art style, accessible to everyone
  • Just a hint of decoration, enough to shape your own cozy safe space
  • Interact with the world ! Move things around and trigger hilarious cat reactions
  • Embark on a short but engaging journey, with a different challenge in every level. Keep things fresh !

Platform: Steam (PC)
Release Date: Q4 2025
Price: under 5$
Developer/Publisher: Mabouya studios
Genre: puzzle

Contact: mabouyastudios@gmail.com

About Mabouya Studio
Born in Guadeloupe, in the Caribbean, Taye Cimon and Jordan Yerbe are a couple making small and uplifting games.

Taye Cimon began her career five years ago as a 3D artist in Paris. After contributing to several major films, she felt a growing desire to tell more heartfelt and charming stories. As a proud cat lady and cozy gamer, creating Kitty Haven became the most natural choice.

As a web developer and programmer, Jordan Yerbe builds smart tools to make marketing and development smoother. Between working on his own creative projects, he also takes care of QA and the studio's project management.

About Doot tiny grant
Started in early August, the Doot Tiny Grant is a French initiative by Doot Tiny Game, Géraud Zucchini (Sol Cesto), PUNKCAKE Délicieux, and Blumgi Studio. Their goal is simple: to support and inspire the creation of more tiny games. After a tough selection among 172 participants, five developers received a €2,000 grant, with two projects already announced: Kitty Haven and Cryptozootopia.

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