Curse of the Sea Rats

Embark on an epic, hand-animated, ‘ratoidvania’ adventure, where your crew has been turned into rats by a pirate witch! Explore a rich non-linear world full of action platforming, challenging bosses, and unlock unique abilities - either alone or in local co-op!

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Developers

Petoons Studio

Players

1-4

Genre

Metroidvania

Release Date

6th April 2023

Languages

English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, Korean and Catalan

Story

Set along the Irish coast in the year 1777, Curse of the Sea Rats tells the story of David Douglas, Buffalo Calf, Bussa, and Akane Yamakawa – prisoners of the British Empire who have been transformed into rats by the notorious pirate witch, Flora Burn. In exchange for their freedom, the unlikely heroes are tasked with hunting down the evil witch and defeating her diabolical crew. Will they uncover the mystery behind the ancient curse and regain their human bodies?

Features

Four Playable Characters

Discover four playable characters – David Douglas, Buffalo Calf, Bussa, and Akane Yamakawa. Each character brings their unique fighting style to help you overcome the challenges posed by enemies and the environment! Play alone or with up to three friends in local co-op mode.

Enhance and Upgrade

Each character has strengths and weaknesses. You'll be able to improve their abilities as your adventure progresses - unlocking new special skills, boosting your offence and defence, or learning powerful magics!

Freedom and Exploration

Chart your progress through a huge, non-linear world as you attempt to track down the pirate witch who cursed you. Shipwrecked on the coast of Ireland in the 18th Century, you'll need more than just your swashbuckling skills to forge your path to freedom.

Lavish Art and Animation

Beautiful 2D, hand-drawn animation breathes life into the game's cast of characters - inspired by classic animated films and reminiscent of the golden age of 2D platforming. These animations combine seamlessly with detailed 3D environments enhanced by light and shadow effects to create a 2.5D platforming experience of incredible quality.