Mewgenics Wiki
Welcome to Mewgenics Wiki! This is the complete guide to Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel's revolutionary tactical cat breeding strategy game. Experience the unique one-adventure mechanic - each cat can only go on one adventure before retiring to a comfortable couch life. Dive deep into complex genetic inheritance systems, tactical combat battles, and rich equipment systems. The game content is so rich that it's estimated to take 200 hours to complete the main storyline! Coming to Steam on !
Mewgenics Game Information
🎮 Game Genre
Tactical RPG + Roguelike + Life Simulation
👥 Development Team
Edmund McMillen & Tyler Glaiel
📅 Release Date
February 10th, 2026
💻 Platforms
Windows PC (Steam)
🎯 Beginner's Guide
Complete Mewgenics starter guide to help you quickly master the core game mechanics.
- Basic gameplay introduction
- Cat team building strategies
- Combat system breakdown
- Breeding system fundamentals
- Equipment and item usage
⚔️ Character Classes
Deep dive into the various cat classes in Mewgenics and their combat strategies.
- Hunter - Agile attack class
- Mage - Magic damage class
- Healer - Support healing class
- Tank - Defense class
- Class skills and abilities breakdown
🧬 Breeding System
Master the complex cat genetics system to breed powerful next-generation warriors.
- Genetic inheritance mechanics
- Traits and mutation system
- Inbreeding risks
- Superior bloodline breeding strategies
- Cat lifespan management
⚡ Combat System
Deep tactical grid-based combat system rivaling the strategic depth of Darkest Dungeon and XCOM, where every decision matters for your cats' survival.
- Isometric Tactical Combat - Precise positional strategy
- Magic Card-Style System - MTG-like strategic depth
- Environmental Interaction - Use cover and terrain advantages
- Mana Management - Strategic spell timing
- Class Color System - Green hunters ranged, red warriors melee
- Unique Skill Combos - Dash attacks, teleportation, elemental spells
- Plague System - Area damage and tactical applications
🎒 Items & Equipment
Collect more equipment items than The Binding of Isaac! Over a thousand unique items await your discovery and combination.
- Weapon Systems - Rock Bag (causes bruising), Fire Hose (pushes enemies)
- Magic Items - Playing Cards (double effect for 1-2 mana spells)
- Toxic Equipment - Gas Canister (poison attacks but damages allies)
- Set Systems - Launcher Sets and other three-piece equipment sets
- Stat Bonuses - From simple stat boosts to complex effects
- Storage Inheritance - Limited storage cross-generation inheritance
- Consumable Choices - Use now or save for future generations
👹 Boss Battles
Face over a dozen unique bosses, each with unique mechanics and jazz musical scores.
- Boris - Slippery wrecking ball that moves toward attack targets
- Radical Rat - Throws bombs that can be dodged or dismantled
- Giant Shark - One-hit kill but slow movement
- Stealth Cat - Disguises as items at turn end
- Home Invasion Boss - Attacks your house base
- Jazz Scores - Each boss has unique jazz music with lyrics
🌟 Game Features
Revolutionary one-adventure mechanic and deep meta-game systems.
- One-Adventure System - Each cat can only adventure once before retiring
- 200 Hour Content - Estimated 200 hours to complete main storyline
- Dozen+ Regions - Rich world far beyond the basic three regions
- Jazz Soundtrack - Unique jazz music with vocals
- House Decoration - Rich furniture system and cat interactions
- Quest System - Main and side quests enrich the game experience
📜 Development History
Mewgenics has gone through over a decade of development, from initial concept to the complete game about to release.
- 2012 - Team Meat first announced development
- 2016 - Project cancelled, development stalled
- 2018 - Edmund McMillen regained rights
- 2020 - Restarted development with Tyler Glaiel
- 2022 - Steam page went live
- 2025 - Trailer released, 200-hour content confirmed
🎮 Related Game Recommendations
Love strategy and Roguelike games? These titles share similar appeal to Mewgenics:
- The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth - Edmund McMillen's masterpiece
- Darkest Dungeon - Similar tactical depth
- XCOM 2 - Grid-based tactical combat
- Cult of the Lamb - Cute style with deep strategy
About Mewgenics Wiki
Mewgenics Wiki is a dedicated wiki site for the tactical RPG game Mewgenics, developed by Edmund McMillen (creator of The Binding of Isaac) and Tyler Glaiel. We are committed to providing players with the most comprehensive and accurate game information, including character class guides, breeding system strategies, combat tactics, and more. Whether you're a new player or a seasoned strategy game enthusiast, you'll find valuable game information and in-depth guides here.
As an innovative game that combines Tactical RPG, Roguelike, and Life Simulation elements, Mewgenics will bring players a unique cat breeding and combat experience. The game features an isometric tactical combat system where each cat has unique genetic traits and class skills. Look forward to the official Steam release on !
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the core gameplay of Mewgenics?
The game combines tactical RPG and life simulation. Each cat can only go on one adventure before retiring, requiring you to breed and raise new generations to inherit skills and equipment. The combat system is similar to Darkest Dungeon and XCOM.
How long does it take to complete the game?
According to the developers, completing the main storyline takes approximately 200 hours. The game features dozens of different regions and rich side content.
What makes the combat system special?
It features isometric grid-based combat with deep strategic elements including mana management, class color systems, and environmental interactions. Developers compare its depth to Magic: The Gathering's strategic thinking.
How many items and equipment are in the game?
The game features more items than The Binding of Isaac, including weapons, magic items, and equipment sets. There's also a unique inheritance system where you decide whether to use items now or save them for future generations.
What's special about the game's music?
Each boss battle features unique jazz music with vocals, which is one of the game's standout features. The music perfectly complements the game's quirky style.
Where can I find advanced strategy guides?
While this wiki covers basic mechanics and introductory strategies, players seeking deeper tactical analysis can find professional strategy guides that focus on advanced breeding optimization and competitive gameplay tactics.