Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan

 PC
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Impulsegamer
    Nov 8, 2021
    96
    Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a near perfect game and a great introduction as someone's first RPG. It may be a little long winded at times, but overall Rainbow Billy is a must own.
  2. PC Invasion
    Oct 5, 2021
    90
    Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a wonderfully crafted 2.5D adventure game that features well-made puzzles and engaging platforming sequences. Its surprisingly intricate confrontation mechanic coupled with the underlying messages about complex social issues ensure that this is a game for all ages, not just kids. It does a fantastic job of encouraging exploration and is overall a game well worth playing regardless of if you fit in with its core target audience or not.
  3. Cultured Vultures
    Oct 5, 2021
    85
    Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a fun and wholesome platformer-RPG with a charming aesthetic and engaging nonviolent gameplay for gamers of all ages.
  5. Digital Chumps
    Nov 8, 2021
    80
    Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a good entry into the RPG and 2.5D platforming genres that will give newer and younger players a taste of what similar games of this genre should look like. Its charm, simplicity, and accessibility can become overshadowed by the amount of conversation, but those who love reading will have a good time with this game. It’s beautifully charming, and it was clearly made with love. Just be sure to temper your expectations.
  6. God is a Geek
    Oct 27, 2021
    80
    Rainbow Billy is a positive and colourful adventure from start to finish, but the lack of challenge prevents it from reaching its full potential.
  7. Noisy Pixel
    Oct 5, 2021
    80
    Rainbow Billy: the Curse of the Leviathan does a fantastic job of balancing its cute world without making its gameplay too juvenile. Battle systems, in particular, are complex enough for different play styles around, given a player’s preference. Characters and dialogue are sweet but without sap that is sometimes associated with more wholesome games like this. For those looking for a fun and comforting RPG experience, Rainbow Billy: the Curse of the Leviathan may be the colorful journey to embark upon.
  8. Multiplayer.it
    Jan 16, 2023
    75
    Rainbow Billy: Curse of the Leviathan is an interesting RPG, replacing classic battles with special moves and spells with dialogues and colors to throw. The plot is interesting, the art design distinctive, and the gameplay fun. It is lacking, however, a bit of originality and complexity, which would have made it an even more interesting game.
  9. WellPlayed
    Oct 5, 2021
    65
    Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a cute and cuddly family RPG that sacrifices depth for accessibility. This lack of substance may turn off older players who may be used to more complex affairs, but younger players and their parents will discover a great way to get acquainted with a popular genre of games.

Awards & Rankings

64
#64 Best PC Game of 2021

User Reviews

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User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 14
  3. Negative: 3 out of 14
  1. jj350
    Dec 18, 2022
    0
    Puke-tastic graphics and sold as a "zelda-like" when it's QTE heavy. Not a game I would recommend.
  2. broberts
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    In this world full of shoot-em-up, violent games it is so refreshing to see such a wholesome game come along. Fun, beautiful, and a goodIn this world full of shoot-em-up, violent games it is so refreshing to see such a wholesome game come along. Fun, beautiful, and a good message. LOVE IT!… Full Review »
  3. lonewolf3264
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    Got some Paper Mario vibes going on here. Rainbow Billy seems like a kids game especially with all the bright colours and cute characters. ButGot some Paper Mario vibes going on here. Rainbow Billy seems like a kids game especially with all the bright colours and cute characters. But the game has some dark adult based themes, some really top notch dialogue, fun gameplay and a healthy dose of good humour. I highly recommend. Globally it has pretty decent reviews, definitely more than meets the eye to this game. I enjoyed it thoroughly. Though the difficulty/challenge could be turned up a bit (Hint for the sequel @ devs) .. it's still 100% worth playing. Support this fantastic developer and get this game, I would love to see what else they come up with.… Full Review »
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