22 Gaming Cat Memes for Pawrents Who Know Their Cat is the Main Character

If you've ever tried to play a video game with a cat in the house, you already know: you're not the main character - they are. Gamers might think they're the ones in control, but cats have other plans. They leap onto keyboards mid-boss fight, park themselves directly in front of the screen during a crucial cutscene, and lovingly bite controller cords at the worst possible time. It's not sabotage - it's co-op… cat-style.

But honestly? That's just what life with a cat is like, whether you're gaming or just trying to send an email. They thrive on chaos, they live for attention, and they always know exactly what you're doing… so they can interrupt it with maximum feline flair.

This collection of gaming cat memes perfectly captures that universal experience of sharing your space with a four-legged chaos gremlin. Even if you've never picked up a controller in your life, you'll recognize the iconic cat behavior on display. Because whether it's in the digital world or the living room, cats will always be the true final boss of our lives.

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via @CATBRAINCELL
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via @CATBRAINCELL
Not fair, this is just a level 1 cat. Let him free, and then let's see you deal with his might when he achieves a higher level.
But in the meantime…
Mash that X X X X X X X!!!
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via Sylviag | ICANHASCHEEZBURGER.COM
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via MallardVHS | ICANHASCHEEZBURGER.COM
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via ICANHASCHEEZBURGER.COM | bajio6401
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via @civilscrolls
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via @happycatlovers
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via @SuperMightyMM
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via JebidiahBeetus
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via @SpaceCatMemes
This cat's quests are: Fetch him five treats for 30 XP. Defeat the neighbor's dog for 100 XP. Rub his belly twice, but he gives a fight, for 200 XP.
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via @CatMemes
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via @importantcatpics
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via @Channel3Memes
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via @Channel3Memes
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via @WholesomeMeme
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via @WholesomeMeme
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via @s8n
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via @only-cat-memes
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via @cat-cosplay