Is there a best cat?
A permanent power advantage for one cat has not been confirmed here. The Prologue asks Noa to choose the companion who will walk beside her, and Prologue footage shows several feline archetype labels, but that does not prove one gives a permanent combat bonus.
What the footage shows
The visible choices include labels such as Wildling, Guardian, Alchemist, Child, Page, Knight, Spirit, Hermit and Dreamer in Prologue footage. A label alone does not establish a stat bonus.
Does the choice matter later?
Early Access launched August 25, 2026 and still has no verified best-cat stat table. The officially confirmed cat protagonist is Aaron. Whether the opening companion choice alters appearance, flavor or abilities remains unconfirmed. A separate player report called Union Cat door-unlatch character swaps repetitive — that is traversal feedback, not a ranking of Wildling vs Guardian.
Q&A
What is the best cat in 1666: Amsterdam?
No mechanically best choice is verified yet.
Does the cat choice matter?
The Prologue presents a choice. Lasting mechanical consequences are still not verified in the live Early Access build.
Can you choose the Wildling?
Prologue footage shows a Wildling option.
Is there a Guardian cat?
Prologue footage shows a Guardian option.
Is there an Alchemist cat?
Prologue footage shows an Alchemist option.
Does each cat have unique stats?
No verified stat table is available in the sources used here.
Can I change the cat later?
That should be verified in the live build before giving a definitive answer.
Is Aaron the cat?
Aaron is officially one of the two protagonists and experiences the world through a cat.
Does the choice affect Aaron?
Do not assume so until the live game confirms the relationship between the Prologue choice and later mechanics.
Should I restart for a different cat?
There is no verified power advantage that justifies recommending a restart yet.