Whether you’re a casual or hardcore gamer, you’ve probably been there: you’re in the middle of a boss fight, and your cat decides that meow is the purrfect time to stroll across your keyboard, or flop in front of your screen.
Here are some common ways cats love to get in the way of your gaming sessions:
The lap lounger
The moment you settle down for a gaming marathon, your cat has already claimed your lap. It’s as if they have an uncanny ability to sense when you need to focus, and that’s exactly when they decide they want to play. Purrhaps they stretch out just enough to block your view of the screen. This forces you into a decision: do you adjust your position for better gameplay, or succumb to their demand for pets? (You stop what you’re doing and give them pets, of course).
The keyboard stalker
If there’s one spot your cat loves during your gaming session, it’s the keyboard. Whether they’re stepping on random keys with their paws or curling up on it for a nap, your cat has impeccable timing. They seem to know just when you’re reaching a critical moment in your game. Sometimes you’re left wondering if they’re genuinely trying to help—maybe stepping on those random keys is an attempt to unlock secret cheat codes? Either way, they’ve mastered the art of reminding you who’s boss.
The screen blocker
You’re laser-focused, just seconds away from beating that final boss—until your cat casually strolls in front of the screen, plops down, and acts like they’re doing you a favour. It’s almost like a test to see just how much you care about winning. And, of course, it doesn’t end there. They might even paw at the moving images on screen. Your game might be on the line, but in their eyes, the spotlight is all theirs!
The key to peaceful gaming sessions
Why does your cat love to interrupt your gaming sessions? They might be bored, want your company, or likely both! It's important to dedicate quality time every day to bonding with your cat. You can provide social enrichment through cuddling or interactive play.
A meowbox subscription is the purrfect way to incorporate regular enrichment time into your cat’s routine. Each month's box brings a new assortment of exciting toys and delicious treats that will keep your cat healthy, happy and away from your screen.
And if kitty still interrupting your gaming sessions? Just give in and surrender to the snuggles!