Games for Cats That Turn Your Screen Into a Cat Toy
FunCat is a free interactive cat games app for iPhone and iPad. Your cat chases the laser, hunts the mouse, and catches the fish — every target pops when they pounce, so playtime actually feels like winning.
- 4 free games included
- No data collected
- iPhone & iPad
- Rated 4+
Five Cat Games in One App
Every game is built for feline vision: high-contrast targets, pet-safe colors, and realistic prey movement that triggers your cat's natural hunting instincts.
From Download to Pouncing in Under a Minute
No setup, no sign-up. FunCat is designed so the only learning curve belongs to the mouse on the screen.
Pick a game
Open FunCat and choose a theme — Laser Chase, Mouse Hunt, Fish Pond, Classic Ball, or the premium Beetle Smasher bug mode.
Put the screen on the floor
Lay your iPhone or iPad flat on a soft surface or the floor. Cats hunt looking down — that's why floor play beats holding the phone.
Let your cat hunt
Targets dart, scurry and swim with realistic prey movement. When your cat catches one, it pops and disappears — instant, satisfying feedback. Adjust speed and the number of targets anytime.
The Games Inside FunCat
Laser Chase
The classic red dot no cat can resist — darting unpredictably, safely on-screen.
FreeMouse Hunt
A scurrying mouse on a textured mat, perfect for stalkers and pouncers.
FreeFish Pond
Bright fish gliding across the screen — calming but engaging.
FreeClassic Ball
High-contrast ball on a clean background. Simple and stimulating.
FreeBeetle Smasher
Hundreds of creepy-crawly bugs for your cat to squash.
PremiumCat Game Guides for Every Kind of Cat
How to play, which game fits your cat, and honest answers to the questions every cat parent asks before letting paws near a screen.
Games for Cats to Play on Your Phone
The complete starter guide to phone games for cats — setup, first session, and which game to try first.
Read the guide → 🖥️Games for Cats on iPad
Why the big screen wins for cat games, and how to set up an iPad your cat can safely hunt on.
Read the guide → 🐭Mouse Games for Cats
Catch-the-mouse games explained: why cats love them and how to run the perfect mouse hunt.
Read the guide → 🔴Laser Games for Cats
The on-screen laser pointer: safer than a real beam, and how to avoid red-dot frustration.
Read the guide → 🐟Fish Games for Cats
Cat fishing games: why swimming fish mesmerize cats and how to make the pond a daily ritual.
Read the guide → 🪲Bug Games for Cats
Bug-squashing games for high-energy hunters — and when the premium Beetle Smasher is worth it.
Read the guide → 🐱Games for Kittens
Kitten-safe screen play: slower speeds, bigger targets, shorter sessions, growing confidence.
Read the guide → ✅Are Cat Games Good for Cats?
The honest answer: benefits, limits, screen safety, and what vets say about digital play.
Read the guide → 🎾How to Entertain a Bored Cat
Enrichment ideas for indoor cats — apartment-friendly games, routines, and boredom busters.
Read the guide →Games for Cats — Frequently Asked Questions
Are screen games good for cats?
Yes — in short, supervised sessions. Screen games trigger natural stalk-and-pounce instincts and give indoor cats real mental stimulation. Keep sessions short and finish with a physical toy or treat so your cat gets a real "catch." Learn more →
Will my cat scratch or damage my phone screen?
Modern glass easily handles soft paw taps, and trimmed claws rarely leave marks. A cheap screen protector removes all worry — tablets with tempered glass are the most carefree setup. Learn more →
What games do cats like to play on a phone?
Cats respond to prey-like movement: a darting laser dot, a scurrying mouse, swimming fish, or crawling bugs. FunCat includes all of them, with adjustable speed for every cat. Learn more →
Do games for cats work on iPad?
Yes — iPad is the best way to play. FunCat is designed for iPad (iPadOS 18.1+), and the larger screen gives cats a bigger hunting ground. Learn more →
Is FunCat free?
Yes. The download is free and includes four full games: Laser Chase, Mouse Hunt, Fish Pond and Classic Ball. The Beetle Smasher bug mode is an optional Premium upgrade ($3.99/week or $14.99/year). Learn more →
Are laser games bad for cats?
On-screen laser games avoid the two classic concerns: no beam can hit your cat's eyes, and the dot pops when caught — so the hunt actually ends in a win. Learn more →
What is the best game for kittens?
Kittens do best with slower, larger, high-contrast targets. Start with Mouse Hunt or Classic Ball on slow speed with a single target, then level up as coordination develops. Learn more →
My cat ignores the screen — how do I get them to play?
Lay the device flat on the floor, pick a high-contrast game like Laser Chase, slow it down, and let your cat discover the movement. Play at dawn or dusk when cats are naturally alert. Learn more →
How long should my cat play screen games?
Around 5–10 minutes, once or twice a day. Short, frequent hunts mirror natural feline behavior and prevent overstimulation. Always end with a real-world reward. Learn more →