Console Kittens Press ‘Start’ on Their New Lives Thanks to Gaming-Loving Foster Mom

Last Updated: January 23, 2025

Author: Jan Travell

In the hills of West Virginia, an unlikely gaming party was about to begin!

Five tiny ginger kittens, born to a feral mother, were about to start their greatest adventure – one that would take them from the harsh streets to loving homes.

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They were guided by their foster mom, Penny, who drew inspiration from her childhood gaming memories to name her new charges.

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The initial spawn point wasn’t kind to these little warriors. When they arrived at Penny’s foster home, they were more debug than debug-free: gunky eyes, upset tummies, and sneezing fits plagued the tiny crew.

But like any good tutorial level, Penny’s care started with the basics – a thorough spa day to wash away their “outdoor edition” features and begin their journey to health.

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Meet the original party members: Nintendo, the enthusiastic foodie whose orange and white coat often bore evidence of his latest meal:

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PlayStation, the speedrunning cuddle champion who mastered the art of the irresistible face:

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Then there’s Vectrex, the stealth player whose battle mode activated at the mere sight of a pom-pom:

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And let’s not forget the all-orange dynamic duo, Sega and Atari – sisters whose energy levels never seemed to need recharging:

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But every great game needs a surprise character, and this story’s bonus unlock came in the form of a tiny black kitten named Subaru:

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His origin story? A chance encounter with a Subaru engine, where he sought warmth before being discovered by the car’s owner. While his name didn’t match the gaming theme, his chaotic energy perfectly complemented the console crew.

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After completing his quarantine quest with another foster, Subaru joined the main party, bringing his signature two-mode gameplay: ATTACK or SLEEP, with absolutely no middle ground!

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As the kittens leveled up under Penny’s care, their unique personalities emerged like character stats. Nintendo became the welcoming committee, always first to greet visitors with his distinctive white-splashed coat.

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PlayStation proved himself the speed-runner of affection, while Vectrex revealed his true nature as a stealth player with a weakness for toy battles.

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Sega maintained her purr motor at maximum power, combining sweetness with sass, while Atari performed acrobatic feats between wall-racing and belly-rub sessions.

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The final level approached – finding forever homes – and our console crew achieved a perfect score. Nintendo, rebranded as Sam, joined a household with two feline sisters, proving that the best games are indeed multiplayer.

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PlayStation faced an unexpected challenge when his first adoption didn’t stick, but like any good gamer, he persevered. His second attempt proved successful, earning him a new name – Coconut – and a sister named Sushi.

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In an unexpected plot twist, Sega and Subaru, renamed Merry and Pippin, embarked on their next adventure together, trading their tech-inspired names for ones worthy of Middle-earth.

Meanwhile, Vectrex and Atari, the inseparable duo, found their forever player as a pair, ready to tackle new levels together.

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From their challenging spawn point in the wild to their victory screen in loving homes, these kittens proved that the best power-ups don’t come from item boxes but from dedication, care, and love.

Their journey from feral beginnings to cherished family members showcased that every rescue story, like every great game, has its challenges, but with the right support system, even the toughest levels can be conquered.

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Their tale serves as a reminder that in the game of life, the most valuable achievements aren’t measured in points or trophies but in the bonds formed and lives transformed along the way.

These little console warriors, plus one automotive-inspired companion, didn’t just find homes – they found their perfect save points, where new adventures await with loving families at the controls.

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Game Over? More like Game On for these fortunate felines, whose next chapters are just beginning in their forever homes, proving that sometimes the best games are the ones where everybody wins.

Check out these delightful kittens in the video below:

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Jan Travell is a lifelong cat owner and a feline expert. She’s been the Cats and Kittens lead editor from the start. She lives in rural France with her two rescue cats, Tigerlily and Mr.Gee. Her senior kitty, Ducati, passed over the rainbow bridge recently at the ripe old age of 22.

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