Platforms
- PlayStation 4Oct 30, 20207.6playscore6.53 Critics9.5146 Players
- Nintendo SwitchOct 30, 20208.1playscore7.87 Critics9.395 Players
10 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- While it’s by no means the best game that I played in 2020, it certainly made the list, and if you’re as much a fan of these same type of unique experiences as I am – I’m willing to bet you’ll find a lot to love about Mad Rat Dead, too.
James Galizio · Jan 14, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - While being a cool experiment that hasn’t really failed, Mad Rat Dead feels like it’s also missing some variation over time. Part platformer and part rhythmic game, both could have used less of the same. The music isn’t great while still uplifting, and eventually, you will mostly want to play this one in short bursts if anything.
Pimp Without The Pee · Nov 16, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Its wacky storyline and stylish graphics, Mad Rat Dead would be a confident platformer even without the rhythm mechanics. But with the help of an excellent soundtrack, it’s an experience that feels wholly original, even if it’s not the first game to blend the platforming and rhythm genres. It can be a tricky game at times, but with the help of the rewind function, it’s one that feels relatively breezy overall, letting you just sink into the music and bust out those sick moves.
Ollie Reynolds · Nov 10, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - It’s not a stretch to say that NIS’ rodent-themed rhythm game might have very well created a new sub-niche of the rhythm game genre. Not only does Mad Rat Dead succeed as both a rhythm game and a platformer, but it masterfully mashes the two together—creating a new and beautiful Frankenstein’s Monster of genres in the process. It’s easy to see that NIS’s new title has a whole lot of heart.
Kenny McKee · Nov 04, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Mad Rat Dead is a bizarre game in many ways, but also one that executed its concept about as well as could be imagined. The concept behind it is insane even by NIS standards and yet it’s a blast to play and its smaller stages make it perfect for either smaller play sessions where you don’t have much time to spare or longer play sessions to tackle several levels at a time when you do.
Jeremy Peeples · Oct 31, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - If you’re a fan of rhythm games then it’s definitely worth checking out Mad Rat Dead. The vibrant punk aesthetic and catchy soundtrack alone makes it worth a gander. But for those of you that are rhythmically challenged then this is a harder sell. The repetitive levels and dull story aren’t going to do much for those gamers that are just looking for a fun platformer.
Jenny Jones · Oct 28, 2020 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Mad Rat Dead offers an entirely unique rhythm action platformer experience, one that is so good you’ll want to surgically attach more ears to your body. Original, addictive and tremendously thrilling, Mad Rat Dead will make you love 2D platformers again.
Adrian Burrows · May 24, 2021 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Mat Rat Dead is a sublime blend of genres unlike anything I’ve ever played. Its soundtrack is incredible, its story inspired, and characters charming. The ability to rewind time is the perfect tool for helping players learn how to move to the music, and flow effortlessly around hazards. If you have any interest in rhythm games you owe it to yourself to play Mad Rat Dead, because it’s one of the best I’ve ever played.
Lyle Carr · Nov 03, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Mad Rat Dead initially will frustrate as players get to grips with the early stages, but in truth most are likely to keep hitting that restart button to enjoy both the excellent soundtrack and gorgeous visuals. It's a morbid but fascinating 'tail' that may be a huge departure from the usual studio offerings, but a very welcome one.
Luke Hemming · Oct 28, 2020 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - L'idea in sé non sembrava niente male: un mix di rhythm game e platform simile a quanto visto in Rayman Legends, con i suoi indimenticabili livelli musicali. Il risultato è invece un miscuglio che prende il peggio da i due mondi, tra movimenti rigidi e brani mediamente privi di mordente, e un'inspiegabile meccanica di riavvolgimento temporale che contribuisce unicamente a interrompere il flow e ad aumentare il fastidio dovuto al continuo trial & error al quale verrete sottoposti.
Icilio Bellanima · Nov 03, 2020 Reviewed on PS4Read full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
A rat's dream has been left unfulfilled before his death...that is, until he gets a second chance at life! Granted the opportunity to redo his last day on Earth, you must utilize the rat's newfound power to pump his heart in time with the music, lest his own time runs out. You’ve got one day to live and a huge score to settle. Time to put the "beat" in beatdown! Jump, dash, and smash to the rhythm in this music-based action platformer!
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software