Rat Racer
- March 12, 2020
- jacku
Get on Steam"Rat Racer" is a high-speed kart racing game where players step into the shoes of rats competing in intense races filled with loops, jumps, and power-ups. With various tracks and customization options, it offers a fun and unique twist on the classic kart racing formula. Up to 8 players can join in local multiplayer mode for even more chaotic and exciting races.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive physics that make players feel like they are truly driving a rat in a tiny car.
- The aesthetics and humor of the game are well-received, with many players enjoying the fun visuals and soundtracks.
- There is a lot of potential for future updates and expansions, with players eager to see new features and modes added.
- The game currently feels very limited in content, with only a few tracks and modes available, making it feel bite-sized.
- Players have reported issues with the camera angles and driving mechanics, making it difficult to control the car effectively.
- There are concerns about the game's overall playability, with some players finding it unforgiving and frustrating due to respawn mechanics and lack of multiplayer options.
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding the car and mouse physics amusing and the overall experience entertaining. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter, particularly through its quirky mechanics and the comedic impact of crashes, making it a fun early access title with potential for further development.
“But at the end of the day, £2 got me an early title that made me laugh and look forward to its progress.”
“Car and mouse physics is funny and satisfying, thumbs up 👍”
“A really fun and funny early access title with a lot of potential to be expanded upon.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their charming aesthetics, featuring a whimsical design with a little engine and rat, complemented by fun details like mud, oil slicks, and blocky pine trees, all contributing to a consistent and enjoyable visual tone.
“The aesthetics - the little engine and rat bouncing away inside that little box with chunky wheels, the mud and oil slicks, and blocky pine trees are really fun to look at and provide a great consistency of tone.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen title.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, making exploration feel tedious.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a limited but impactful soundtrack, with players praising the energetic and engaging tunes that enhance the overall experience.
“The soundtrack, while limited, features badass tunes that thump away in the background; mad props to their creators!”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience and immersing you in the game world.”
“Each track is carefully crafted, adding depth and emotion to every moment of the game.”
“The soundtrack is limited and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“The music feels generic and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
“While the tunes are catchy, they quickly become monotonous and lose their appeal.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the game's replayability but feel that it could be enhanced with more forgiving mechanics to increase enjoyment and encourage multiple playthroughs.
