Mewgenics officially launches: A quirky strategy gem from The Binding of Isaac creator

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After years of waiting, the indie gaming community can finally get their hands on Mewgenics. The latest title from Edmund McMillen (creator of The Binding of Isaac and Super Meat Boy) and Tyler Glaiel has officially launched on PC via Steam today.

Mewgenics (Image source: Steam)
Mewgenics (Image source: Steam)

A unique blend of strategy and genetics

Mewgenics is described as a deep turn-based roguelite strategy game. Instead of commanding a traditional army, players manage a family of cats filled with bizarre mutations. The game is set in Boon County, where you must raise, breed, and equip your cats to embark on adventures in search of food and treasure.

The standout feature that sets the game apart is its genetics (breeding) system. Each cat has a unique genome that can pass down skills, mutations, and even strange physical traits to the next generation. Scars and battle experience from parents can directly influence the potential of their offspring.

Deep and large-scale combat system

Despite its cartoon-style visuals, Mewgenics offers surprising strategic depth. The game features:

  • More than 10 character classes such as Fighter, Tank, Mage, and more, with 75 unique abilities per class.
  • Over 1,000 unique abilities and 900 support items.
  • A rich environmental interaction system that requires careful positioning and skill combos.

With a main campaign lasting over 200 hours and more than 200 enemies and bosses, each run in Mewgenics delivers a fresh and non-repetitive experience.

Cartoon-style visuals in Mewgenics (Source: Steam)
Cartoon-style visuals in Mewgenics (Source: Steam)

Art style and mature content

True to Edmund McMillen's signature style, the game does not shy away from bizarre and dark humor elements. Players will encounter gore, body mutations, and raw survival themes in the feline world. However, the developers also provide options to disable certain sensitive effects in the settings.

As of February 10, 2026, Mewgenics is available on Steam. It is shaping up to be a fresh challenge for fans of strategy games that demand patience and high-level team optimization. And one important detail you should not miss: you can pet the cats in the game.