The Night of the Rabbit

The Night of the Rabbit is more than a collection of puzzles.

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Experience a magical adventure. Journey with Jerry to the enchanted realm of Mousewood , master fascinating spells and solve tricky puzzles. Along with a intriguing story you will see breathtaking hand drawn backgrounds and elaborately animated characters. A Unique soundtrack complements Jerry's incredible adventure with fabulously composed music.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,000 reviews

story419 positive mentions

grinding27 negative mentions

Beautiful artwork and charming characters create an enchanting atmosphere.
Engaging story with unexpected twists and a mix of light-hearted and darker themes.
Challenging puzzles that encourage creative thinking and exploration.

Pacing issues with lengthy dialogues and slow character movements can detract from the experience.
Some puzzles can be illogical or obscure, leading to frustration and reliance on walkthroughs.
The ending feels rushed and leaves several plot threads unresolved.

story
939 mentions
45 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story of "The Night of the Rabbit" is a whimsical and enchanting tale that follows a young boy, Jerry, on his journey to become a magician while navigating a world filled with quirky characters and dark undertones. While many players appreciate the rich visuals and emotional depth of the narrative, some criticize its convoluted plot and pacing issues, particularly in the latter stages where the story becomes rushed and less coherent. Overall, the game is praised for its charming storytelling and artistic presentation, making it a delightful experience for fans of narrative-driven adventures.
- “The night of the rabbit is an absolutely gorgeous game: a wonderfully hand-crafted visual, a very charming story that's worth a fairytale book (as dark as lovely), very realistic characters with backstories and a beautiful soundtrack.”
- “The story is deep, complex and revolves around the dark side of mousewood.”
- “The story is rich and interesting, although the overarching plot can get a little confusing at times.”
- “Unfortunately, an unnecessarily convoluted story implemented badly into the game ruined the experience for me.”
- “The characters were boring and depressing, the voice acting was not impressive, some puzzles did not make sense, and the story was not very interesting and hard to follow.”
- “The story was not compelling.”
music
278 mentions
65 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The music in "The Night of the Rabbit" is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting its enchanting and immersive qualities. While some noted occasional issues with audio mixing, where music could overshadow voice acting, the overall sentiment is that the soundtrack is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and emotional depth. Many players found themselves captivated by the music, often describing it as one of the best aspects of the game, making it a memorable experience.
- “The art is stunning, and the soundtrack perfectly sets the mood, starting with a haunting string and chime intro before transitioning to a warm, friendly melody.”
- “The music is absolutely wonderful and it matches the quality of my favorite video game soundtracks from the past.”
- “With its beautifully realized world, breathtaking soundtrack, fun cast of characters, and brain-scratching puzzles, 'The Night of the Rabbit' is one of the best point-and-click adventure games out there.”
- “The audio is very poorly mixed, with long exposition sequences covered up by music or bird sounds, or even characters talking over each other.”
- “Most games I have to turn down game music to almost nothing because it takes away from the gameplay.”
- “Voice volume seemed to fluctuate and sometimes the music was much louder than the voices--and turning music down to almost nothing in the audio settings didn't help.”
graphics
248 mentions
68 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, vibrant colors, and charming atmosphere, reminiscent of a storybook or classic animated films. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful artwork and immersive visuals that enhance the overall experience, although some note technical issues like lag on certain graphics cards. Overall, the game's aesthetic appeal, combined with its engaging soundtrack and voice acting, contributes significantly to its enchanting and nostalgic feel.
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music is immersive, and the story is so beautiful I almost didn't want it to end.”
- “The hand-drawn graphic art style is really good and very beautiful with plenty of great color, details, and so many interesting set pieces that just makes you want to stop and stare.”
- “The artwork is gorgeous, the music is immersive, and the story is so beautiful I almost didn't want it to end.”
- “Just like many other Daedalic titles, this one falls short of its glorious potential by over-concentrating on the visuals and sound and slacking on puzzles and storyline.”
- “It's like all of the time and energy were put into the artwork, and the game mechanics were a complete afterthought.”
- “The game is buggy with lots of graphics glitches regardless of quality setting.”
gameplay
126 mentions
31 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mix of traditional point-and-click mechanics with creative puzzles, though opinions vary widely. While some players appreciate the clever design and immersive world, others find the gameplay tedious, with repetitive tasks and a lack of clear mechanics leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a decent amount of content and enjoyable moments, but it suffers from pacing issues and can be challenging for those unfamiliar with the genre.
- “The gameplay is a lot of fun, the characters are amazing (very likeable) and the atmosphere takes you to a world of fantasy.”
- “An amazing point and click adventure that combines old-fashioned puzzle solving with innovative gameplay additions.”
- “The gameplay is simple, the art is clean and adorable while the puzzles are really fun to solve and they make you think.”
- “The gameplay was also very tedious.”
- “Cute concept, but the gameplay is horrendous.”
- “Unfortunately, I found the dialogue tedious and the gameplay dull and slow.”
atmosphere
72 mentions
56 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its enchanting and immersive qualities, characterized by stunning artwork, soothing music, and a fairy tale-like charm. Players appreciate the captivating visuals and sound design that create a nostalgic and magical experience, often evoking feelings of childhood wonder. The combination of engaging characters, diverse locales, and impactful tonal shifts further enhances the overall atmosphere, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “The night of the rabbit is an adventure game that attracts attention with its magical atmosphere and fun puzzles.”
- “The game has really hit me with its atmosphere, leaving a permanent feeling of magic and fantasy, like so few may do so.”
- “Amazing art style combined with fantastic soundtrack and great voice acting creates a truly unique and magical atmosphere.”
- “The game has given me a strange other-worldly feeling that makes me want to return to it just to spend time in its world, but to be honest, once played, there isn't much to go back to except the atmosphere.”
- “Nevertheless, I'll give a thumbs up for the general atmosphere and artwork, but as a video game, this is not so enjoyable.”
- “However, in terms of story, mood, and atmosphere, I felt I was playing a click-and-point rendition of Disney's The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad.”
humor
55 mentions
96 % positive mentions
-2 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its charming and whimsical dialogue, endearing character interactions, and clever mix of kid-friendly and subtle adult jokes. While some found the humor to be less edgy compared to other titles from the same developer, it still offers a delightful blend of funny moments and emotional depth, appealing to both younger audiences and adults. However, a few reviewers noted instances of irrelevant dialogue and pacing issues that detracted from the overall comedic experience.
- “It's magical, charming, funny, and sometimes even serious and dark.”
- “The kid humor of this world is certainly chuckle-worthy, especially when you notice some of the hidden adult jokes.”
- “The storyline is whimsical, witty, and humorous, and is appropriate for adults and children alike.”
- “Most of the dialogue is completely irrelevant to the story, not funny, not charming, and uninteresting.”
- “The main character is such an unsympathetic goody-two-shoes with unfunny lines, and the pauses between sentences are way too long. There's also a problem with repetition.”
- “The humor falls flat, lacking wit and failing to engage the player in any meaningful way.”
emotional
29 mentions
93 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its rich storytelling and well-developed characters, evoking a range of feelings from warmth and nostalgia to heartbreak and whimsy. Players appreciate the game's ability to create a touching narrative filled with memorable moments and layered metaphors, often likening it to a heartfelt fairy tale. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay, the emotional journey and charming atmosphere resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impact on players.
- “With its charming story, well written and acted characters, and strong emotional moments, you can feel the care that went into crafting this world.”
- “The story itself is unique and it emotionally draws you in.”
- “But there is a truly emotional story here about friendship, environmental stewardship, and most importantly, redemption.”
- “Repetitive dialogue, easy challenges and puzzles, boring story, boring gameplay, boring everything.”
- “Boring story, pointless characters, silly dialogues, and... bugs... bugs again.”
grinding
27 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, with repetitive dialogue, lengthy fetch quests, and slow-paced navigation contributing to a sense of monotony. While some appreciate the engaging characters and story, many express frustration with the grindy tasks required for achievements and the overall pacing, which can detract from the enjoyment of the gameplay. Despite these drawbacks, some players still consider the experience worthwhile due to the game's artistic and narrative strengths.
- “Ye gods, it's tedious.”
- “It became tedious, wordy, and repetitive.”
- “The gameplay was also very tedious.”
stability
15 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting minor glitches, particularly related to dialogue and audio, such as skipping or disappearing text. While some users experienced significant issues like lag and UI breakdowns, others found the game largely stable and enjoyable, suggesting that the overall experience can vary widely. Despite these technical hiccups, many players appreciated the game's charm and engaging gameplay.
- “I had a difficult start with this game; after a few hours of play, I encountered numerous troubles with glitches and lag.”
- “Technical glitches sometimes make the game skip dialogues or break down the UI, in some cases forcing a restart.”
- “There were also a couple of bugs and glitches I spotted during the third act of the game, which almost ruined the experience for me as it lagged, stuttered, and just stopped, even with my computer set to the lowest settings.”
character development
12 mentions
75 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its charming and unique designs, with characters that are both funny and likable, contributing to an engaging story. The art and voice acting enhance the personalities of the characters, creating a captivating experience despite some narrative shortcomings. Overall, the character design is considered top-tier, adding depth to the game's vibrant world.
- “Every element of this game, from character design to musical score, is top tier.”
- “Character design 10/10: most of the characters are funny and likeable, and I just love the mysterious Marquis de Hoto, who is your mentor during most of the story.”
- “A good amount of thought also went into character design, as each of the Mousewood inhabitants (as well as tourists) are unique in both personality and looks.”
- “The ending does not truly satisfy me though: there are many plot holes where I imagine that really cool things could have been done, but the settings and character designs make up for it.”
replayability
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low due to a lack of alternate routes and puzzle variations, making subsequent playthroughs feel repetitive. Players express frustration with lengthy cutscenes that detract from the experience, further diminishing the desire to replay the game.
- “The replay value is high.”
- “Replayability is a key feature of this game.”
- “There are so many different choices that make each playthrough unique.”
- “My only regret with a game like this is that when it's done, it's done: there's no replay value in it until enough years have passed that you no longer remember exactly how to solve every puzzle, and by then, there are plenty of new games to enjoy.”
- “So the rabbit's long speeches turn into, line, pause, line, pause, gesture, pause, line, pause, revert to non-gesture pose, pause, line ..... it gets so annoying and absolutely destroys any replay value because you do not want to sit through those cutscenes a second time.”
- “And it has no alternate routes, no puzzle switching between playthroughs and as such, little to no replay value.”
optimization
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed feedback. While many players find the performance solid and well-tested, some report intermittent slowdowns and minor issues, particularly on specific hardware configurations. Adjusting settings like "threaded optimization" may help, but there are still concerns about performance consistency.
- “As with all Daedalic games, there is little to say about performance; the game feels rock-solid and well tested.”
- “Initially, I was experiencing some intermittent slowdown (which makes no sense considering how graphically non-intensive this game is). I had to turn off 'threaded optimization' in my NVIDIA settings, and I think it helped.”
- “Beautiful game, nice voice-over work, etc., but seems to have some performance issues (overlooking those here).”
- “Initially, I was experiencing some intermittent slowdown, which makes no sense considering how graphically non-intensive this game is. I had to turn off 'threaded optimization' in my NVIDIA settings, and I think it helped.”
- “Weak performance by Daedalic.”
- “It also runs slowly (GeForce 1080, i7 6700k), and the pacing of the dialogue system strains whatever patience you've mustered to listen to the dialogue.”