New York Rat Simulator

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In "New York Rat Simulator," play as a rat with enhanced jumping abilities, causing chaos on the city streets, collecting pizza slices, and disrupting traffic. Experience a realistic New York atmosphere from a rat's perspective, including interactions with impressively coded human AI. Future updates promise even more rat-themed content, like the eldritch deity of New York City and potential zombies. Prepare for a uniquely exciting urban adventure.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews

emotional4 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game provides a unique and humorous experience of being a rat in New York, collecting pizza slices and causing chaos.
The rat physics and controls are fluid, making it enjoyable to run around and interact with the environment.
Many players find the game to be a fun, mindless distraction that can be entertaining in short bursts.

The game lacks substantial content, with limited activities and a small area to explore, leading to repetitive gameplay.
It has been criticized for being janky and feeling more like a prototype than a finished product, with no significant updates in years.
Players have reported technical issues, including crashes and a lack of features like a tutorial or multiplayer support.

story
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and captivating characters, with players expressing that it evokes strong feelings, even leading to tears. The narrative, set against historical backdrops or unique scenarios like a rat's perspective in New York City, is described as both engaging and beautifully crafted, making it a standout aspect of the gameplay experience. Overall, the storytelling is considered exceptional, with some players deeming it the best they've encountered in any form of media.
- “Honestly, the best game I have ever played; it made me cry because of its simple beauty, and the story and the characters are incredibly captivating.”
- “The story, the skill trees, the combat system; it took every expectation I had and blew it out of the water.”
- “If you are looking for a wholesome, brutal, crazy, exciting story, then this is the game for you.”
- “In 1807, Napoleon dispatched General Claude Matthieu, Count Gardane on a French military mission to Persia, with the intention of persuading Russia to invade India.”
- “In response, Britain sent its own diplomatic missions in 1808, with military advisers, to Persia and Afghanistan under the capable Mountstuart Elphinstone, averting the French and possible Russian threat.”
- “If you are looking for a wholesome, brutal, crazy, exciting story then this is the game for you.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players have praised the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its captivating story and characters that evoke strong feelings, often leading to tears. The narrative, particularly the poignant struggle between the rat and pizza, is celebrated for its profound impact, making it a standout experience that resonates deeply with players. Overall, the game is described as a unique emotional journey that combines beauty and intensity, leaving a lasting impression.
- “Honestly the best game I have ever played; it made me cry because of its simple beauty and the story and the characters are incredibly captivating.”
- “I cried countless times playing this... this masterpiece.”
- “The emotional struggle between rat and pizza is not only gut-wrenching and never fails to bring tears to my eyes but it is also a testament to the development team's story writing skills.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its chaotic mechanics, such as knocking over characters and causing car crashes, which players find hilarious. While the gameplay is simple and repetitive, it can be entertaining in short bursts if approached with the right expectations. However, some players feel misled by the advertising, suggesting that the humor may not fully align with the game's promotional material.
- “You can run at people and knock them into the road, causing car crashes, and the way people ragdoll when you run into them is hilarious!”
- “Overall, I like this little game a lot. It's fun to play in short bursts, as there's not a whole lot to do in it, but go in with the right expectations and it's really funny and fun to play!”
- “It's funny and all, but the advertising is misleading; literally, the only thing you do is eat pizza, grow bigger, jump onto people and cars, and enter empty rooms.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a pervasive sense of distrust and tension, underscored by the looming threat of war between two major European empires. This creates a compelling backdrop that enhances the game's narrative and player experience.
- “This resulted in an atmosphere of distrust and the constant threat of war between the two empires.”
- “As a result, there was a deep atmosphere of distrust and talk of war between two of the major European empires.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for excessive advertising, detracting from the overall experience, as players feel that the gameplay is overly simplistic and repetitive.
- “The monetization in this game is frustrating; it feels like every action is interrupted by ads.”
- “I can't believe how aggressive the in-game purchases are; it ruins the overall experience.”
- “The constant push for microtransactions makes it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
gameplay
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of New York Rat Simulator has been praised as exceptional, with players highlighting its immersive experience and emotional storytelling. The vibrant city environment feels alive, enhanced by a rich soundscape that captures the essence of New York. Overall, the game is regarded as a unique and must-play experience, showcasing outstanding development and creativity.
- “This new update is quite possibly the greatest thing I have ever seen. New York Rat Simulator has to be the greatest game ever made. The gameplay is the best I have ever seen in a game. The city feels alive; people act like real people. I really felt like a rat running around New York City.”
- “The emotional struggle between rat and pizza is not only gut-wrenching and never fails to bring tears to my eyes, but it is also a testament to the development team's storytelling skills.”
- “The soundscape in this game is phenomenal, with so many layers of things happening: people talking, footsteps as the people of New York walk about the city, cars honking, all the way down to the sound of the rat's claws hitting the pavement.”