340 Amazing Cat Names Based on Video Games

Millions of people all over the world play video games. From casual quick play to dedicating hours to an adventure, for many, video games act as an exhilarating pastime. If you happen to be one of these people, then you may be interested in reflecting your hobby through cat names based on video games.

Below, explore 340 options from a variety of games for inspiration when it comes to naming your newest pet.

Mario Cat Names

For many people, when they first think of video games, their minds immediately go to the Mario franchise. And it is for good reason too, with Mario and his slew of friends and foes being among some of the most recognized video game characters in the world.

The Mario franchise first began in 1981 after being created by game designer Shigeru Miyamoto at Nintendo. There are several different subseries/spin-offs of this popular game, as well as many films. As a result, thanks to its familiarity and nostalgia, you may find yourself wishing to choose cat names based on video games from the different characters you may meet in these games.

Below, explore some of the most well-known Mario characters for cat name inspiration:

• Mario
• Luigi
• Peach
• Daisy
• Rosalina
• Wario
• Waluigi
• Boo
• Bowser
• Yoshi
• Toad
• Toadette
• Toadsworth
• Birdo
• Donkey Kong
• Diddy Kong
• Petey Piranha
• Kamek
• Koopa
• Wiggler
• Shy Guy
• Bob-omb
• Chain Chomp
• Lumas
• Pauline
• Cranky Kong
• Poochy
• E. Gadd
• Nabbit
• Fawful
• Bullet Bill
• Cheep Cheep
• Dry Bones
• Lakitu
• Magikoopa 
• Kammy Koopa
• Monty Mole
• Podoboo
• Pokey
• Spike
• Whomp
• Professor Frankly
• Goombella 
• Koops
• Madame Flurrie
• Vivian
• Admiral Bobbery
• Ms. Mowz 
• Hooktail.

Harvest Moon/Story of Seasons Cat Names

This branching series has a bit of a complicated history when it comes to name. First known as Harvest Moon, now known as two separate franchises under the names Harvest Moon and Story of Seasons, this farming role-playing game has been around for almost three decades. While it may not be as old or well-known as other franchises, such as Mario, it holds a special place in the hearts of many of the fans who play.

Although many of these games are set in different times and places, the story is often the same: find happiness while living the not-so-simple life of a farmer. In many of the games of this franchise, you’ll be able to grow crops, raise animals, develop friendships (and more!), and even have children. As you mingle with the townsfolk and learn your way, you’ll find that there are several friendly faces to meet—many of which provide the perfect inspiration for cat names based on video games. 

So, if you’re interested in learning more about possible names from these farming games, continue below!

• Takakura
• Celia
• Muffy
• Nami
• Kate
• Lumina
• Daryl
• Marlin
• Cody
• Mukumuku
• Carter
• Chris
• Daachan
• Flora
• Galen
• Grant
• Gustafa
• Griffin
• Hardy
• Hugh
• Kassey
• Mark
• Murrey
• Nina
• Rock
• Moana
• Ruby
• Samantha
• Sebastian
• Tim
• Van
• Vesta
• Wally
• Karen
• Popuri
• Ann
• Elli
• Mary
• Gray
• Cliff
• Barley
• Gotz
• Gourmet
• Kai
• Kappa
• Harvest Goddess
• Witch Princess
• Saibara
• Zach
• Won.

League of Legends Cat Names

League of Legends, or League, is a popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game created in 2009. It features a variety of characters known as champions that you can battle with in several different game modes. At the time of writing, there are 166 champions, plus dozens of side characters and monsters. This means that from League of Legends alone, you could be inspired by several dozen cat names based on video games.

Some possible League cat names include:

• Yuumi
• Rengar
• Nidalee
• Rell
• Rakan
• Jhin
• Swain
• Xayah
• Lux
• Seraphine
• Neeko
• Kindred
• Wolf
• Lamb
• Bristle
• Sejuani
• Ashe
• Baron
• Shelly
• Daisy
• Ivern
• Sona
• Lucian
• Senna
• Thresh
• Camille
• Diana
• Leona
• Kayn
• Nasus
• Renekton
• Xerath
• Briar
• Naafiri
• Sett
• Ezreal
• Yasuo
• Yone
• Caitlyn
• Vi
• Gnar
• Lulu
• Soraka
• Syndra
• Kalista
• Karthus
• Heimerdinger
• Dr. Mundo
• Sion
• Urgot
• Viego
• Kai’Sa
• Cho’gath
• Quinn
• Valor.

Pokemon Cat Names

Pokemon is a popular video game franchise founded in 1996. It also has a successful line of shows and movies, as well as several spin-offs and a trading card game. There are over 1,000 Pokemon at the current time, with several dozen main characters and locations throughout the franchise.

The premise of the main Pokemon games is to capture an elite team of your favorite ‘mons and challenge the region’s top trainers, known as fun leaders. In most series, along the way, you’ll also be tasked with stopping a team of villains. 

Some cat names based on video games you may garner from this series include:

• Shinx
• Luxio
• Luxray
• Glameow 
• Purugly
• Liepard 
• Purrloin
• Espurr
• Meowstic
• Litleo
• Pyroar
• Litten
• Torracat
• Incineroar
• Solgaleo.
• Meowth
• Persian
• Perrserker
• Sprigatito
• Floragato
• Meowscarada
• Skitty
• Delcatty
• Eevee
• Jolteon
• Flareon
• Vaporeon
• Espeon
• Umbreon
• Glaceon
• Leafeon
• Sylveon
• Zorua
• Zoroark
• Murkrow
• Sableye
• Deino
• Stunky
• Totodile
• Suicune
• Mudkip
• Wailmer
• Milotic
• Pawmi
• Mareep
• Wooloo
• Skiddo
• Cherrim
• Shaymin
• Lilligant.

Valorant Cat Names

Valorant is a first-person shooter game created by the same producers of League of Legends. This game features super-powerful characters, known as agents, that use a variety of weapons and abilities in different game modes. The main game mode is similar to King-of-the-Hill, with other modes resembling a free-for-all.

This game features 23 agents at the time of writing, with more planned. Among these characters, you can find great inspiration for cat names based on video games. You may also choose to name your cat after some of the weapons or abilities essential to gameplay.

Some possible names include:

• Deadlock
• Iso
• Brimstone
• Jett
• Sova
• Viper
• Skye
• Phoenix
• Sage
• Gekko
• Omen
• KAY-O
• Harbor
• Neon
• Fade
• Cypher
• Reina
• Killjoy
• Chamber
• Astra
• Yoru
• Raze
• Breach
• Frenzy
• Ghost
• Sherrif
• Stinger
• Spectre
• Bucky
• Judge
• Bulldog
• Guardian
• Phantom
• Vandal
• Marshal
• Operator
• Ares
• Odin
• Incendiary
• Blaze
• Hunter’s Fury
• Leer
• Empress
• Paranoia
• Showstopper
• Nebula
• Overdrive.

The Elder Scrolls Cat Names

In each game, you’ll meet a variety of helpful and harmful creatures. With their abundance, you can find many amazing cat names based on video games from this series, including:

The Elder Scrolls is a series of several role-playing adventure games developed by Bethesda Game Studios. Each game highlights a different location and time, all set on the fictional continent of Tamriel on the planet Nirn. In each game, the player creates a custom character from a lineup of species and backgrounds before setting out to do the main quest—or not, given this series’ famous open-world play.

• Hermaeus Mora
• Molag Bal
• Sheogorath
• Azura
• Tiber Spetim
• Talos
• Akatosh
• Alduin
• Arkay
• Boethiah
• Brynjolf
• Cicero
• Adrianne
• Aela the Huntress
• Almalexia
• Arcadia
• Astrid
• Balgruuf the Greater
• Baurus
• Mercer Frey
• Claviscus Vile
• Cyrus
• Dibella
• Dovahkiin
• Uriel
• Eorlund
• Athis
• Farkas
• Vilkas
• Kodiak
• Njada
• Ria
• Skyjor
• Torvar
• VignarOdahviin
• Paarthurnax
• Durnehviir
• Mirmulnir
• Sahloknir
• Kruziikrel
• Ysgramor
• Nocturnal
• Delvin
• Vex.

The Legend of Zelda Cat Names

Since its first release in 1986, The Legend of Zelda franchise has been one of the most popular video games in the world, along with Mario and Pokemon. These action-adventure games guide you through saving the world as you uncover mysteries, solve puzzles and mazes, and fight a variety of enemy characters.

Explore some Legend of Zelda inspired cat names below:

• Zelda
• Link
• Ganon
• Midna
• Sidon
• Sheik
• Tingle
• Hyrule
• Majora
• Renado
• Ralis
• Ooccoo
• Zant
• Skull Kid
• Epona
• Ordona
• Faron
• Eldin
• Lanayru.

Baldur’s Gate III Cat Names

Of the games on this list, Baldur’s Gate III is one of the newest. However, this role-playing video game, the third in the series, has quickly risen to popularity. Like other games within the Baldur’s Gate series, the third installment is based on the popular tabletop game Dungeon & Dragons.

Some of the characters you may meet in Baldur’s Gate III that you can use as inspiration for cat names based on video games include:

• Halsin
• Astarion
• Gale
• Karlach
• Lae’zel
• Shadowheart
• Wyll
• Minthara
• Minsc
• Jaheira
• Glut
• Us
• Sazza
• Losiir
• Eldra
• Brinna
• Zenith
• Danton
• Varanna
• Sina’zith
• Kerz
• Ver’yll Wenkiir
• Maddala Deadeye 
• Jacelyn
• Kree Derryck
• Sir Fuzzalump.

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