The Rainman

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In "The Rainman" , play as Suzie, a diner worker in Crystalpine Grove, where young women are being murdered. With seven endings possible, you must uncover the identity of the killer, the Rainman, before you become the next victim. Interact with various suspicious characters and pay attention to the rain, as that's when the Rainman hunts.

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

story4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features seven different endings, providing significant replay value and engaging twists in the story.
The atmosphere is well-crafted with impressive pixel art, sound design, and a nostalgic 80s horror vibe that enhances the overall experience.
The narrative-driven gameplay allows for quick dialogue navigation and meaningful character interactions that impact the story's outcome.

The game is relatively short, with a single playthrough lasting around 20 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.
There are complaints about the presence of unnecessary jumpscares, which may detract from the experience for some players.
The lack of achievements or additional secrets to discover may limit the game's appeal for completionists.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "The Rainman" is a dark and suspenseful narrative set in the seemingly peaceful town of Crystalpine Grove, focusing on the gruesome murders of young women. Players follow Suzie, a diner worker, as they navigate a richly developed plot with deep characters and a retro atmosphere, featuring seven different endings that enhance replay value and highlight the impact of player choices on the unfolding story. Overall, the game is praised for its compelling storytelling and immersive sound and visual design.
- “Overall, The Rainman is a good horror game that impresses with its beautiful story, deep characters, and impressive retro atmosphere.”
- “Set in the small and peaceful town of Crystalpine Grove, the game offers a dark and suspenseful story that tells of gruesome murders of young women.”
- “The story revolves around Suzie, a young girl who works at a local diner.”
- “With seven different endings, The Rainman offers tremendous replay value, with each ending revealing a new facet of the story.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "the rainman" is highly praised for its immersive retro 1980s setting, characterized by rain-soaked nights, effective sound design, and pixel art that enhances the overall experience. The combination of a compelling story, deep character development, and well-executed jumpscares contributes to a dense and engaging horror atmosphere. Overall, the game's aesthetic and audio elements create a captivating and memorable environment.
- “The atmospheric representation of the city in the retro style of the 1980s is particularly impressive.”
- “Overall, 'the rainman' is a good horror game that impresses with its beautiful story, deep characters, and impressive retro atmosphere.”
- “The graphic design and the soundscape contribute significantly to the dense atmosphere.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"The Rainman" boasts significant replayability with its seven different endings, each offering a unique perspective on the story. However, while it provides a rich narrative experience, it has less overall gameplay compared to "The Happyhills Homicide," which may affect players' willingness to explore all endings.
- “With seven different endings, The Rainman offers tremendous replay value, with each ending revealing a new facet of the story.”
- “A cool thing that The Rainman does is it gives you 7 different endings to run through, so there is a lot more replayability here than The Happyhills Homicide.”
- “A cool thing that 'The Rainman' does is it gives you 7 different endings to run through, so there is a lot more replayability here than 'The Happyhills Homicide.' The problem, however, is that 'The Happyhills Homicide' gives you way more gameplay, whereas 'The Rainman' gives you about half if you aren't bothered to run through every single ending. If you do want to run through all endings, you do match how much is available.”
- “With seven different endings, 'The Rainman' offers tremendous replay value, with each ending revealing a new facet of the story.”
- “There's lots of replay value because there are 7 endings.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The gameplay in 'The Rainman' offers significant replayability with its seven different endings, enhancing the narrative experience. However, it provides less overall gameplay compared to 'The Happyhills Homicide,' which offers a more substantial gameplay experience even without exploring multiple endings. Players seeking a deeper narrative will find value in 'The Rainman,' but those looking for extensive gameplay may prefer 'The Happyhills Homicide.'
- “A cool thing that 'The Rainman' does is it gives you 7 different endings to run through, so there is a lot more replayability here than 'The Happyhills Homicide.'”
- “The different endings significantly enhance the gameplay experience, offering unique perspectives and choices.”
- “The problem, however, is that 'The Rainman' gives you about half the gameplay compared to 'The Happyhills Homicide.' If you aren't bothered to run through every single ending, you miss out on a lot.”
- “'The Rainman' offers more replayability with its 7 different endings, but it lacks the depth of gameplay that 'The Happyhills Homicide' provides.”
- “Gameplay here is a lot more narrative than 'The Happyhills Homicide' as well.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their charming 80s pixel art style, which adds a creative flair and enhances the overall experience. The art design, along with the soundscape, effectively contributes to a dense and immersive atmosphere, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “I loved the art style and the various slasher references; it was just overall a great experience.”
- “The graphic design and the soundscape contribute significantly to the dense atmosphere.”
- “Like the charm of the 80s pixel graphics.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its integration with the game's compelling story, sound design, and atmospheric pixel art, creating a rich and immersive experience. Players appreciate how the characters are well-designed and contribute significantly to the overall narrative.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “Each character evolves throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The depth of character backstories and their growth over time adds a layer of emotional investment to the gameplay.”

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