Rattenkönig

the best game of all!

The bittersweet nature of this story haunted me for days. Incredible use of soundscaping and still art.

I loved this game, it the story was so simple yet so heartbreaking. A story of desperate survival and after everything it still ends in tragedy. The ending scene is so heartbreaking. I definitely rate this game 5 stars! <3

It's more of a sad game than a dark game. The game is not long, but the story is so meaningful. I just wish that it could be a bit longer. But still, this is 10 out of 10.

jogo diferente, estranho, perturbador e único

recomendo!

Loved the game, story and artwork.  I didn't know what a ratking was till this game.  Consume.

I LITERALLY CRIED THIS IS SO SAD

very sad game, the art was amazing though. controls a bit finnick but once i got more used to it i got kinda better. 

short and sad story of two little rats, I felt so smart when I got a grip on the controls haha.

Amazing story telling. I have a pet hamster and idk why it made me feel so sad. Even more since my old hamster passed away. 

So, I made a big video all about the fear of rats. In this video I include a horror novel trilogy, four rat-themed horror games (including this one, Rattenkonig) I also discuss rat kings and other rat-themed phenomena, and also a serial killer with the alter ego of a humanoid rat.

But, regarding this game in particular, I felt it was very unique. It is incredibly simplistic, yet rich with symbolism all the same. The gameplay is okay, being a 2d platformer where you're constantly anchored back by the deadweight of your rotting rat sibling, knotted at the tail with yours. The concept is fantastic. I do wish the game was a tad bit longer, though, as the controls are a bit wonky - and the second I got used to the controls, the game was practically over.

Nonetheless, for a free gaming experience, it's more than decent. 

Such a sad story...

rat king

It's a shame I didn't discover this great game until now。。Interesting operation and graphics，with a really sad story about two rats😢and it made me sad for many days。。

Also thanks to the author for the wonderful game experience！Look forward to new works : )

Fiz uma história bem triste e emocionante. Assistam

Great experience, super sad though.  The ending was tough

https://www.indiegamesjam.com/rattenkonig-is-the-saddest-game-about-rats-ever/

That ending...

Unique game, good work :)

good game! this game makes me very emotional & unexpected ending. looking forward for your next project. here my gameplay... :)

una idea única y alocada, me encanta! este es un gran juego corto con una idea muy idealizada y obtenida 

Excellent nar-rat-ive!

Great, dramatic and touchy horror game.

oh my god I want more visual games from this creator. It's so short but the way the story goes hits me hard. I love the drawing style is amazing. I believe you can make more wonderful sad depression stories. Make the story longer next time please.

Hit me and let me enjoy more!

noooo :(

amazing

Well that was heart-wrenching...

Pros: 

Emotional narrative

Simple and effective Physics puzzle design

Great Soundtrack/Animation

Left me wanting more!

Cons:

Too short

ball rat easter egg

rly scary 

best rat narrative