Rules & Rodents

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Rules & Rodents is a single player action game. It was developed by Gravy Crew Games and was released on March 31, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

For the crime of cheese theft, Piper the mouse has been imprisoned in the highest tower of the Rats' castle. These Rats wield the power of "Rules", mighty scrolls that grant the holder commanding power. Piper 'borrows' a Rules Scroll, escaping their cell and ready to face the Castle's many traps and puzzles. The descent will be tricky, but with the power of Rules, perhaps Piper can jus…

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Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

music10 positive mentions

Delightful art style and charming music enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
The puzzles are clever and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge that encourages trial and error without feeling overly punishing.
Short but sweet gameplay with a good difficulty curve, making it accessible for casual players while still offering depth for puzzle enthusiasts.

Some players found the game too short, leaving them wanting more content and additional levels.
The lack of a zoomed-in view option can make gameplay difficult on smaller screens, as the play area may feel cramped.
Certain mechanics and triggers for in-game elements, like the '4 cheese' feature, can be unclear, leading to confusion during gameplay.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and catchiness, enhancing the overall experience with a polished soundtrack that complements the engaging puzzles and cute graphics. Reviewers highlight the excellent audio quality, with specific tracks standing out, and note that the music contributes significantly to the game's delightful atmosphere. Overall, the combination of appealing sound design and memorable tunes adds to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.
- “A delightful little wordless puzzle game with cute art, enjoyable mechanics, and a surprisingly excellent soundtrack courtesy of the man who brought us Smiser.”
- “The audio is superb – the music is catchy, especially the floor 2 tune, and the sound effects are spot-on.”
- “Killer soundtrack with some very polished puzzles and gimmicks.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its charming art style, well-tuned mechanics, and an engaging soundtrack, creating a delightful puzzle experience. Players appreciate the clarity of the mechanics, which fosters a sense of personal accountability for failures, while the game effectively explores its concepts without becoming repetitive. Overall, it offers a unique and enjoyable puzzle-solving experience with surprising interactions between its mechanics.
- “A delightful little wordless puzzle game with cute art, enjoyable mechanics, and a surprisingly excellent soundtrack courtesy of the man who brought us Smiser.”
- “It does a good job of exploring its concept and mechanics without lingering on any one long enough to let them grow stale.”
- “A cute little puzzle game, often surprising me with fun and interesting ways that its mechanics will interact with each other.”
- “Hopefully, if there are any updates to this, it screams for a level editor with how intricate and stackable the mechanics are.”
- “Otherwise, I think this game's biggest strength is how whenever I fail, I feel like it's totally my fault because the mechanics are so well explained and without fringe cases.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are widely praised for their charming and striking art style, reminiscent of 90s aesthetics and games like Pizza Tower. Users appreciate the simple yet effective visuals, which complement the catchy music and well-tuned mechanics, creating an engaging overall experience.
- “Charming graphics, neat music, and puzzles ranging from easy to mildly difficult.”
- “Cute graphics and catchy music.”
- “The art style is striking, reminds me of Pizza Tower, while the backgrounds evoke the best of 90s puzzle aesthetics.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is highlighted by particularly impressive design for the bosses, showcasing unique and engaging traits that enhance the overall experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of each character add layers of complexity that enhance the overall experience.”