Rat Quest

About Rat Quest

Rat Quest is a single player platformer game with a horror theme. It was developed by ratin time studios and was released on May 25, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

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89%Audience ScoreBased on 1,282 reviews

story34 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

Unique blend of challenging platforming with deep and intriguing lore and secrets enhancing replayability.
Charming and expressive art style complemented by a memorable soundtrack that fits the atmosphere.
Addictive gameplay loop rewarding precision, persistence, and exploration with a satisfying progression system.

Controls are often described as slippery, floaty, or inconsistent, leading to frustration during platforming.
Lack of checkpoints and save systems results in repeated restarts that can feel tedious and punishing.
Some bugs and technical issues including crashes, audio problems, and a lack of basic settings reduce overall polish.

story
209 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16% positive mentions, 79% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
The story of "Rat Quest" is a surprisingly deep and emotional narrative hidden beneath its simple platforming surface, combining themes of resilience, courage, and self-discovery with ARG-style elements and intriguing lore. While some players find the storytelling subtle and difficult to access due to gameplay challenges and sparse exposition, many praise its heartfelt and transformative impact, calling it a memorable and unique experience that goes beyond typical game narratives. However, a few reviews note the story can feel obscure or minimal for those seeking a straightforward, story-driven game.
- “I downloaded Rat Quest thinking it would be one of those games you install for a laugh and forget about ten minutes later, but instead it has completely taken over my brain in a way that I was not prepared for at all.”
- “When I say this game is a work of art I mean it. I went into the game thinking it was just some stupid platformer I could finish in like 2 minutes, get a laugh and leave, but I could tell from the second I booted it up I knew there was more to this game and when I say the rabbit hole this game will lead you down is insane. I'm not even done with the story but this game's storytelling is that of prime Shakespeare. If there is anyone reading this, please give this game a chance. This game will change you and make you think about it and life in a way you may not even think is possible; this has to be my favorite story, maybe even game I've played this year. I can't wait for the DLC.”
- “The story, while centered on a humble rat, delivers themes of resilience, courage, and believing in yourself even when the world underestimates you.”
- “The monotony of the missions and the meaningless objectives have led me to a state of overwhelming despair.”
- “The story, or rather the lack of a story, has left me with an unbearable feeling of emptiness.”
- “[*][b]story:[/b] supposedly present, but it’s so poorly communicated that it’s hard to tell whether there is one at all.”
- “Making plot in game when parkour theme is so dumb making it really boring idk if you are playing to get the best things from the story or just sit for 10 hours on boring parkour.”
gameplay
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36% positive mentions, 56% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions
Gameplay in this indie platformer is a mix of addictive and rewarding mechanics with a charming, deliberate design that encourages exploration and mastery. However, it is often criticized for being buggy, unpolished, and frustratingly difficult, with some players finding the controls clunky and the challenge punishing. Overall, it offers a unique niche experience that appeals to fans of precision and self-improvement despite its flaws.
- “The gameplay is incredibly satisfying, blending smooth controls with clever mechanics that always feel fair, rewarding, and exciting.”
- “The controls are smooth, the mechanics are clever, and every movement feels purposeful.”
- “Beneath the simple goal of collecting cheese lies a layered design, thoughtful pacing, and a surprisingly satisfying gameplay loop.”
- “Unfortunately the gameplay itself is unpolished and buggy.”
- “Incredibly frustrating and unforgiving platformer with crappy mechanics and a glitchy feel.”
- “Frankly, all this game has going for it is its "arg" style presentation of its story, and its humor; neither of which save the gameplay from being janky and infuriating at almost every turn.”
music
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21% positive mentions, 63% neutral mentions, 16% negative mentions
The game's music garners highly polarized opinions, with many praising its catchy, immersive, and emotionally impactful soundtrack that enhances the lore and atmosphere, while others criticize its repetitiveness, loudness, and lack of volume controls, causing annoyance and frustration. Overall, the soundtrack is noted as memorable and well-suited to the game's intense, quirky nature, though its repetitiveness and absence of customization options detract from the experience for some players.
- “The music comes in at just the right moments to make things feel intense or emotional.”
- “Every environment feels alive, and the soundtrack complements the adventure so well that you might catch yourself humming it long after you stop playing.”
- “The soundtrack goes absurdly hard for a game about a rodent hopping around, swelling triumphantly when you clear a section you’ve been stuck on for far too long.”
- “The repetitive and boring music and sound effects are like a constant echo of my own misery.”
- “Also, I don't know if this changes when you progress to another area, but the first area might have the worst soundtrack I've ever heard, and to top it all off, you can't mute it.”
- “I have played this game for 5 hours and it's honestly irritating the lack of checkpoints or any QoL features, and that's without mentioning the same song that is repeated over and over which doesn't sound good. I hope somewhere in the future the song gets changed to something that can at least be listenable.”
humor
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's humor is widely appreciated for its quirky, satirical, and meta elements, blending comedy with horror and a playful rat-themed premise. Players find the dialogue, hidden easter eggs, and broken or absurd moments amusing, though some feel the humor can become repetitive or overshadowed by frustrating gameplay. Overall, the humor adds charm and replayability, making it a standout feature despite mixed opinions on execution.
- “Each update makes it even more amazing, and I love seeing the humorous bits.”
- “As a result, by hooking you not only in the initial challenge but in finding out what’s behind it all its replayability increases, more so considering how the facade of the game features rough yet endearing aesthetics, funny lines of dialogue and an overall silly premise.”
- “This quirky little platformer is perfect for any little weirdo who enjoys broken humor.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26% positive mentions, 67% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions
The graphics of the game feature a simple yet charming, retro-inspired pixel art style that effectively balances whimsy and clarity, creating a welcoming and memorable visual experience. While some find the visuals rough or "kid-made," many praise their personality, expressiveness, and how they enhance the game's quirky, nostalgic, and sometimes eerie atmosphere. Overall, the art style is seen as an intentional and integral part of the game's unique charm rather than relying on high-end graphical fidelity.
- “The graphics are honestly one of the most confusing parts because they shouldn’t work as well as they do, but somehow they absolutely do.”
- “Visually, Rat Quest features a simple yet charming art style, with colorful environments and expressive character animations.”
- “Phenomenal gameplay, stunning graphics, and a story unrivaled by any other.”
- “The movement feels really clunky, you have to restart everything over when you die, and the aesthetic and music of the game are just ugly, the lore is the average indie horror game thing where it plays scary ambience and shows some cryptic images about missing children and such after you touch a secret black thing; honestly I wouldn't have that much of a problem if it wasn't for the scary lore, every single game has that, I wouldn't recommend this game to other people.”
- “Too bad it requires an RTX 5090 GPU, mine couldn't handle this graphics intensive game.”
- “The graphics are so mediocre that they seem to mock me, constantly reminding me how little my efforts are worth.”
emotional
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotional responses, from intense frustration due to inconsistent hitboxes and challenging controls to heartfelt immersion enhanced by a well-timed, evocative soundtrack. Players find it both emotionally gripping and wholesome, with its blend of difficulty and touching moments creating a memorable and immersive experience.
- “The music comes in at just the right moments to make things feel intense or emotional.”
- “It’s impossible not to get emotionally invested.”
- “Pair that with a soundtrack that elevates every moment — from adventurous highs to quieter, emotional beats — and you get a world that feels truly immersive.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 90% negative mentions
The game is generally buggy and unpolished, with frequent glitches, crashes, and occasional control issues. While some players find the bugs frustrating or distracting, others consider them minor and still enjoy the gameplay. Stability remains a notable concern affecting the overall experience.
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay itself is unpolished and buggy.”
- “Rat Quest is a buggy mess that reminds me deeply of my own attempts at making video games when I was younger.”
- “I expected a funny indie rat platformer; instead, I got a really pretentious game that kept doing "oohh weird glitches and obscure crashes and look: a newspaper about deep lore and kids died or something" literally every 3 minutes when I found something slightly off path.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions
The game is noted for having high recommended requirements but remains accessible on low-end PCs, indicating better-than-average optimization. However, some users also report instances of poor optimization affecting performance and framerate. Overall, optimization appears inconsistent across different setups.
- “I mean the recommended requirements are an Intel Xeon and RTX 5090, so props to the dev for making it accessible to low-end PCs like mine. Objectively, it's better optimized than most modern games.”
- “Poorly optimized.”
- “Without mentioning the poor optimization it has in some cases.”
- “[b]➤ optimization & framerate[/b]”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Grinding in the game is a mixed experience, with some players finding the progression slow, repetitive, and tedious, especially when repeating the same challenges multiple times. However, others feel that the pacing and spaced-out secrets keep the grind engaging enough to motivate continued play. Overall, grinding can feel both rewarding and monotonous depending on the player's tolerance for repetition.
- “The game has some kind of lore around it but I can't bother if the main gameplay is difficult but boring and tedious.”
- “The game has you do the entire level over again which is fine but it starts to get tedious after doing the same parkour for the 18th time.”
- “Progression seems extremely uncertain, slow and grindy.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its charming, memorable art style that beautifully balances whimsy and mood, creating an immersive experience. It effectively draws players in, encouraging exploration and evoking a sense of meaningful adventure.
- “The art style is charming and memorable, striking a perfect balance between whimsy and atmosphere.”
- “Such an atmosphere draws the player ever onward, urging exploration as a bard’s voice might call a listener closer to the fire.”
- “To those who seek a game of atmosphere, meaning, and honest challenge, I say: take up this journey, and fear not the shadows, for even the smallest hero may leave a great mark upon the world.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users appreciate the game's evolving updates and engaging content, which steadily enhance its playability and progress. Its replayability is boosted by an intriguing challenge, charming aesthetics, humorous dialogue, and a quirky premise that encourages repeated visits.
- “I keep dropping in every few weeks to see what is changing with the latest update. The game is becoming much more playable, and I am slowly making some progress.”
- “The game hooks you not only with its initial challenge but with the desire to uncover what’s behind it all. This increases its replayability, especially considering the rough yet endearing aesthetics, funny dialogue, and overall silly premise.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game’s monetization is not clearly mentioned or discussed by users, indicating either a neutral or uncontroversial approach.