Stray Xbox Release Date: When Can You Play the Cat Adventure Game?

After patiently waiting for over a year, Xbox gamers can finally play the world’s favourite cat game, Stray. Here’s everything we know so far.

In Stray, you take control of a cat who is separated from its family and lands in a futuristic city where only robots live. The cat collaborates with an AI that helps it find a way home. The cat’s animations are well done and extremely cute to look at. The game’s world is interesting, and there is much to discover and experience.

Stray was originally released for PlayStation and PC in July 2022. Since then, Xbox gamers have been wondering whether they’d also get to experience Stray’s unique gameplay, charming visuals, and heartwarming story. The wait is almost over: Stray, the critically-acclaimed indie game about a cute stray cat exploring a cyberpunk city, is coming to Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One on Aug. 10, 2023.

Also Read: How Long It Takes to Beat Stray Cat Game

What is Stray?

Stray is a third-person adventure game where gamers play as a cat exploring a cyberpunk city filled with robots, puzzles, and dangers. Gamers use the cat’s abilities to solve puzzles and navigate the environment. They can also do some things typical for cats just for fun, like scratching furniture and pushing various things off them and even buildings. 

Stray is a unique and charming game that offers a refreshing new take on the adventure genre. You don’t have to like cats to enjoy it. Stray is beautifully designed and tells a heartwarming story about friendship and self-discovery.

Reasons to Play Stray on Xbox

Maybe they don’t like cats, maybe they aren’t sure about the Cyberpunk setting, some people don’t know whether Stray is worth it. Gamers who aren’t convinced about why to play Stray when it’s released on Xbox should take a look at these reasons:

• The game is beautifully designed. It offers stunning environments and clever-level designs.
• The puzzles in the game range from easy to challenging. They offer the perfect balance for fun gameplay without getting bored.
• So far, Stray is the best game in which you can play as a cat with realistic movements.
• The game does not take dozens of hours to complete, so it’s a good choice for playing in between bigger games.
• The story is well-written and intriguing. The lore makes sense and is fascinating.
• There are some hilarious achievements.

Will Stray Be On Game Pass?

So far, there has been no announcement about Stray coming to Game Pass. During its 2023 showcase, Annapurna talked about six of their games coming to Game Pass in 2023 and 2024, but Stray was not among those titles, which include COCOON (Sept. 29, 2023), Thirsty Suitors (Nov. 2, 2023), Bounty Star (2024), Ghost Bike (2024), Flock (no release date yet), and to a T (no release date yet). Stray may make its way to Game Pass, but it’s unlikely to happen in 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does It Take to Beat Stray?

A normal walkthrough takes 6-8 hours but is longer for completionists. An achievement requires a fast run of 2 hours, but that’s only possible once gamers know the game from at least one playthrough.

Can the Cat Die in Stray?

Not really, but if a gamer fails certain mechanics, the cat will respawn at the latest checkpoint. After all, cats have nine lives.

What Is the Moral of Stray?

Even the smallest creatures can make a big difference. The cat in Stray can help the city’s robots by solving puzzles and finding items. This shows that even though the cat is small, it can still greatly impact the world.