Pawswing

Pawswing is a one-touch arcade game that runs in your browser. In a tall, phone-style column a cat swings on a rope between cliffs, and you decide when to let go.

How to play

1. Press the green play button on the start screen.
2. The cat hangs from a rope. Press and hold the mouse button or your finger to swing.
3. Let go at the right moment and the cat flies across the gap.
4. Land on the next cliff to keep going; your score is shown at the top.
5. If the cat misses the cliff it falls and a score screen appears; the start screen shows your best score.

What you see on screen

• Top: the score counter.
• Middle: the cat, its rope and the gap between the cliffs.
• Gaps: purple gems you can pick up on the way.
• Start screen: the title, your best score and a play button.

Tips

• Timing matters more than speed. In our tests, twelve identical holds never gave more than 2 points in any of six games.
• Watch the rope before you let go: the swing has a rhythm, and each release should match it.
• Do not hold for the same time on every try; the gap changes.
• Read our cat swing tips for the numbers behind these tips.

Frequently asked questions

How do I swing the cat in Pawswing?

Press and hold the mouse button or your finger; the cat swings on its rope.

When do I let go?

When the swing points toward the next cliff; letting go sends the cat across the gap.

What happens if I miss the cliff?

The cat falls and a screen shows your score.

Where do I see my best score?

On the start screen, under the title.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes. The game is a tall column built for touch; we tested it with a mouse.

Is Pawswing free to play?

Yes. You can play it in your browser on Yes This Game with no download and no sign-up.