The Rainman

65%
Game Brain Score Based on 16 reviews
  • story
  • atmosphere
  • replayability
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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.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

65%
Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features seven different endings, providing significant replayability and a variety of story outcomes.
  • The atmosphere is well-crafted with impressive pixel art, sound design, and effective use of jump scares, creating a nostalgic yet suspenseful experience.
  • The narrative is engaging, with deep character interactions that influence the story, making each decision impactful.
  • The gameplay is relatively short, with a single playthrough lasting around 20 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • There are complaints about the lack of achievements, which could enhance the completionist experience.
  • Some players found the number of jump scares excessive, which may detract from the overall enjoyment for those who prefer a subtler approach to horror.
  • story6 mentions

    The story of "The Rainman" is a captivating blend of dark suspense and horror, set in the seemingly peaceful town of Crystalpine Grove, where a series of gruesome murders unfold. With a focus on the protagonist Suzie, the narrative offers deep character development and significant player choices that lead to seven different endings, enhancing replay value and revealing new story facets with each playthrough. The game's beautiful storytelling is complemented by its atmospheric pixel art and sound design, making it a standout experience in the horror genre.

    • “Every choice you make has noticeable consequences and leads to different courses of the story.”
    • “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.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive 1980s retro style, featuring effective sound design, pixel art, and a captivating city representation. Reviewers highlight the combination of rain-soaked nights, engaging audio, and well-executed jumpscares that enhance the overall horror experience. The game's strong narrative and character design further contribute to its dense and compelling atmosphere.

    • “The atmospheric representation of the city in the retro style of the 1980s is particularly impressive.”
    • “The graphic design and the soundscape contribute significantly to the dense atmosphere.”
    • “Overall, 'the rainman' is a good horror game that impresses with its beautiful story, deep characters, and impressive retro atmosphere.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    "The Rainman" boasts high replayability with its seven different endings, encouraging players to explore various narrative outcomes. However, some users note that it offers less overall gameplay compared to "The Happyhills Homicide," which may affect the experience for those not interested in pursuing 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' offers 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.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay experience in 'the rainman' offers significant replayability with its seven different endings, but it provides less overall gameplay compared to 'the happyhills homicide.' While 'the rainman' focuses more on narrative elements, players may find themselves engaging less if they do not pursue all endings, as the gameplay length is halved without this exploration.

    • “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.'”
    • “Gameplay here is a lot more narrative than 'The Happyhills Homicide' as well.”
    • “The gameplay experience varies significantly with the different endings.”
    • “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 won't get as much content.”
    • “Gameplay here is a lot more narrative than 'The Happyhills Homicide.'”
    • “How does the gameplay experience differ with the different endings?”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their charming 80s pixel art style, which creatively incorporates various slasher references. Reviewers highlight how the graphic design, along with the soundscape, enhances the game's dense atmosphere, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.

    • “I love the charm of the 80s pixel graphics.”
    • “This was super creative; I loved the art style and the various slasher references. The multiple endings made it an overall great experience.”
    • “The graphic design and the soundscape contribute significantly to the dense atmosphere.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the character development for its integration with the game's compelling story, immersive sound design, and distinctive pixel art, creating a rich atmosphere that enhances 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 game, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
    • “The depth of character backstories and their growth over time adds a layer of immersion that keeps me engaged.”
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