Mad Rat Dead

 Switch
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Nintendo Insider
    Jan 14, 2021
    70
    It’s by no means very deep, but it accomplishes what it sets out to do – with a few fun little twists along the way, and while managing to come together with a satisfying conclusion. 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.
  2. Hardcore Gamer
    Nov 2, 2020
    70
    It’s off the beaten path of platformers, but it also has a free demo to check out and once you experience that, you’ll either be sold or you’ll know it’s not for you. If it clicks with you, it sticks with you, though, and Mad Rat Dead is a surprisingly addictive game that makes you think about things differently after you play it.
  3. Siliconera
    Oct 28, 2020
    60
    I love parts of Mad Rat Dead. The music is incredible. It looks fresh. Even the concept and the questions it asks get you thinking in a good way. But it can really be frustrating. I think perhaps if the time limits weren’t in place, it might have felt more manageable? Maybe if I could have chosen my inputs, to create something more comfortable for extended gameplay sessions? There are lovely elements to it, but sometimes its gameplay gets in the way of really enjoying the ambiance.

Awards & Rankings

80
#80 Best Switch Game of 2020
79
#79 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 26
  3. Negative: 3 out of 26
  1. RedhoodRaccoon
    Dec 8, 2020
    9
    A very well done Rhythm Game, the music is excellent and the art style is great, The controls take some getting used to but overall the gameA very well done Rhythm Game, the music is excellent and the art style is great, The controls take some getting used to but overall the game is amazing,… Full Review »
  2. Borflebop
    Nov 10, 2020
    9
    I truly loved this game, I’m desperate to download the soundtrack and I still do runs just for fun. The only reason I don’t give this a 10 isI truly loved this game, I’m desperate to download the soundtrack and I still do runs just for fun. The only reason I don’t give this a 10 is because there are some glitches, collision issues, and strange spikes in difficulty that I feel they just needed a bit more effort to iron out. Otherwise I’m sure just about anyone will be able to see this game is outstanding as well. I would also like to point out they did a tremendous job advertising this game, with a demo that came with 5 full stages and two difficulties, as well as soundtrack samples on their social media. Absolutely wonderful experience… Full Review »
  3. B7san
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Didn't play something as good in quite some time! Thank you NIS!
    Great gameplay, soundtrack, story and most importantly super fun! Can be    Didn't play something as good in quite some time! Thank you NIS!
    Great gameplay, soundtrack, story and most importantly super fun! Can be quite challenging on hard mode.
    Highly recommended! (Especially for people who enjoy rhythm and platform games!)    … Full Review »
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