Chinese YouTuber builds a fully functional Metro for his cats, and it actually works!

Chinese YouTuber Xing Zhilei, who runs the channel Xing’s World, has gone viral after building a fully functional miniature subway system, just for his cats. This elaborate DIY project took four months to complete and includes a moving train, a working escalator, tunnels, a station, and platform doors that open in sync with the carriage doors.

More than a toy:

This isn’t just a charming model. The subway mimics real-world transit systems with audio announcements, synchronized doors, and detailed design elements, leading some fans to joke that “cats in China are getting better public transit than humans in America”.

A guy in China built a fully working subway system and station for his cats. pic.twitter.com/pZkxcXiGWx

— Why you should have a cat (@ShouldHaveCat) August 21, 2025

Part of a bigger kitty metropolis:

The subway station is the latest addition to Xing’s ongoing project: a sprawling Cat Town built for his pets. Past creations include a supermarket, a spa, a theater, a garage, and even a mini Cybertruck, all designed with meticulous detail to entertain his Maine Coon cats.

Challenges and engineering magic:

Xing tackled tough design challenges, like synchronizing train and platform doors and constructing a miniature escalator. Despite the complexity, his dedication and engineering skills enabled him to pull it off, earning praise for the craftsmanship.

Internet reactions:

The project instantly struck a chord online. In just a few days, the video amassed over 100,000 views, with viewers lauding its creativity. Comments ranged from admiration for the attention to detail ("It could be a movie set!") to playful banter about how the cats now have smoother rides than many human commuters