Play Tom And Jerry Midnight Online

I remember playing Tom and Jerry Midnight on Flash game sites back in the day. It was one of those simple, single-screen puzzle games that were everywhere before Flash shut down. I don't recall the specific developer, but it fit right in with the quick, clever games you'd find on sites like Newgrounds or Miniclip.

You control Jerry the mouse. Your goal is to collect all the pieces of cheese in a room and then grab the key to unlock the exit door, all while avoiding Tom. The main mechanic involves placing a limited number of arrows on the floor to direct Jerry's path; he'll walk automatically in the direction the arrows point. You have to plan the route carefully so he gets every cheese and the key without running into Tom, who patrols on a set path. The game is turn-based in a way, as you set up the arrows before setting Jerry loose, and the challenge comes from solving each screen with the tools you're given. It feels satisfying to watch your planned path work perfectly and see Jerry scurry to safety.