Ratten Reich

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Ratten Reich is a grim and unforgiving world, where war has continued for many years. The war is fought between rats, mice, roaches and lizards alike. Slum like cities, burnt corpses, steam tanks, soldiers in imperial uniforms and armor.

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Reviews

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 189 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability12 negative mentions

The game has a unique and interesting concept with great potential.
Graphics and sound design are impressive, creating an atmospheric experience.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have a clear roadmap for future updates.

The game is currently very buggy, with issues like AI pathfinding and units getting stuck.
There is a lack of content, with only a few missions available and no skirmish mode.
The controls and unit commands are clunky, making gameplay frustrating at times.

story
88 mentions
16 % positive mentions
81 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story is currently limited, featuring only four missions (including a tutorial), which many players find insufficient for a full experience. While the narrative elements and visuals are praised, the execution suffers from bugs and a lack of depth, leaving players eager for more content and improvements in future updates. Overall, the foundation for an interesting storyline exists, but it remains underdeveloped in its early access state.
- “The storytelling elements of the campaign are quite nicely visualized; they're polished out and I can see how it would appeal to someone who would purchase the game for this.”
- “It's a really cool concept, and the story and voice acting are done very well.”
- “Very interesting idea, a bit early to tell just yet as to what it ends up like, but they have a stable base to build on, a good backstory, and a lot of very interested players ready and waiting.”
- “The storytelling elements of the campaign are quite nicely visualized, they're polished out and I can see how it would appeal to someone who would purchase the game for this.”
- “The 'campaign' doesn't provide any kind of storyline, it's simply do this and that.”
- “Right now the game is very barebones, with 1 tutorial mission and 4 campaign missions.”
gameplay
33 mentions
27 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this early access game shows promise with an interesting storyline and unique mechanics, but it is currently hindered by missing features, bugs, and unpolished mechanics. Players have noted issues with crucial elements like cover and unit management, leading to a frustrating experience, especially in the campaign. While the graphics and potential for depth are appreciated, many reviewers suggest waiting for further development before fully engaging with the game.
- “To be fair, this game is in early access, but underneath is an interesting storyline with some new mechanics I love and hope will be worked on more!”
- “Been waiting 3 years for the game, and while there still is a chunk of bugs and such, I'm excited to see the game improve in the near future. Graphics are great and gameplay is fun too!”
- “I enjoyed the little gameplay we got and I'm looking forward to more improvements and the potential this has.”
- “Game mechanics like covering, displacement formations, vehicles, decent AI, and many other things that are crucial for this kind of game are actually missing.”
- “The game is so scuffed that things like cover, the stance system, and terrain all detracted from the gameplay or aren't actually relevant.”
- “It's so unfinished that there's maybe 2 hours of gameplay here.”
graphics
22 mentions
64 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, atmospheric quality, and artistic style, with many reviewers noting that they enhance the gameplay experience. While some users report minor bugs and performance issues, the visuals are generally considered top-notch, contributing to a rich and immersive environment. However, there are mentions of occasional frame lag and outdated elements that suggest room for improvement as the game continues to develop.
- “The visuals are so atmospheric and beautiful it makes me want to just watch as battles unfold rather than micromanage units.”
- “The pros: graphics are fantastic and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The graphic looks good, the animations fit well and the landscape is quite rich in details.”
- “Game crashes with graphic unreal errors. The errors blame that the drivers may not be up to date and other things, but I checked and I meet all requirements to play and everything is updated, but here we are.”
- “Handling is very unresponsive, graphics are outdated, and overall commands are not clear.”
- “I think the game has some decent graphics and some decent concepts.”
stability
16 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is currently a significant issue, with numerous glitches, buggy unit pathing, and frequent crashes during missions. While the visuals and overall performance on some systems are praised, players report that the game feels more like a demo due to its instability and lack of polish. Overall, it is described as a "buggy, broken, beautiful mess" that requires substantial fixes to improve the experience.
- “The game runs great and the maps that are available now have a lot of attention to detail.”
- “Art styles and visuals are fantastic and it runs great on my PC.”
- “At the moment of writing this, the game is very bare bones and has tons of glitches.”
- “Currently, the game is very buggy and crashes halfway through missions.”
- “It's a buggy, broken, beautiful mess of a game currently.”
music
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while it effectively sets an atmosphere and is well-designed, many players criticize it for being repetitive, featuring only a single short loop throughout the game. Additionally, the music often gets overshadowed by sound effects and weapon noises, detracting from the overall experience.
- “As for the pros, the music sets a great atmosphere, the graphics and color scheme are well-done, and the sound effects, while needing some polish, are solid.”
- “But the feeling, mechanics, and music are very well designed.”
- “Visually it's 7/10, didn't get much opportunity to hear the music over the air-gun sounding weapons and screeching of my units.”
- “Rifle sounds seem decent, but it's the music and unit voices which suffer.”
- “The music, if you want to call it that, is only a single track for the entire game that seems to be an audio loop of roughly 15-20 seconds long.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning visuals and effective music, which create an immersive experience that encourages players to enjoy the unfolding battles rather than focus solely on micromanagement. While the sound effects could use some refinement, the overall graphics and color scheme contribute significantly to the game's captivating ambiance.
- “The visuals are so atmospheric and beautiful that it makes me want to just watch as battles unfold rather than micromanage units.”
- “The music sets a great atmosphere, the graphics and color scheme are well-done, and the sound effects, while needing some polish, are solid.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is considered low due to the limited selection of only three available maps, which restricts variety and long-term engagement.
- “There are only 3 maps available currently, which makes for low replayability.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, describing it as "super funny" and worth the investment, even at a modest price. The comedic elements contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “If you care about this funny rat WW1 game, just don't refund it; you can miss the 15 measly euros.”
- “This game is super funny to play.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and chore-like, particularly due to the limited range and effectiveness of the mortars, which complicates gameplay and decision-making.
- “This is a tedious chore.”
- “The limited range and reach of the mortars hinders them enough that on some occasions, it's a chore or tedious issue to decide to use them.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviewers express that while the introduction of DLCs is acceptable once the game reaches a more complete state, it is crucial that the content aligns with the game's vision, offers genuine value, and respects both early investors and current players, rather than appearing as a cash grab.
- “Once this game is in a much more complete state, the introduction of DLCs is fine as long as the content is in line with the game's vision, worthwhile, and respects the early investors as well as the current owners, not just a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience and engagement.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is praised for its fantastic graphics and smooth performance, indicating a well-optimized experience for players.
- “The graphics are fantastic, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end hardware without sacrificing quality.”