The Cat (Protagonist) — Stray Walkthrough

Your friendly guide to Stray's first chapter, 'Inside The Wall'! Learn the basics of movement, interaction, and what happens when a cat takes a tumble.

Alright, let's get you started on your adventure in Stray! This first chapter, 'Inside The Wall,' is basically your tutorial. You'll learn all the cool things you can do as a cat, from jumping and scratching to, well, meowing to get your friends back on track.

You start off snuggled up with your family. After a good nap, a butterfly wakes you up, and it's time to follow your buddies. The game will gently introduce you to moving around, squeezing through tight spots, scratching up some trees, and even taking a sip from a puddle. Don't worry if you get a little lost; just give a meow, and your pals will help you find your way.

Things get a bit dicey when you reach a wobbly pipe. Your friends make it across, but it's a bit trickier for you. You'll slip and end up taking a rather unfortunate fall into a sewer system. It's a bit of a rough landing, and you'll limp for a bit. But hey, every fall is a new beginning, right? A mysterious door opens, shining a bright red light, and you'll head inside, where you'll encounter your first… uh… 'friends' – some Zurks rummaging around.

Good to know:

• This chapter is super chill. You can't actually die here, and you won't be collecting any memories just yet. That comes later when you meet B-12.
• You'll also get to see your cat family here, which is a nice touch before your solo adventure really kicks off.
• Keep an eye out for the 'Missed Jump' achievement right after you take that tumble!