Developer Ratata Arts and publisher Game Source Entertainment have officially announced that the highly anticipated rhythm Roguelike action game ‘Ratatan’ is now available!
In this game, players will lead the charming character ‘Ratatan’ and her trusty companion ‘Cobun’ as they step into an unknown world in time with the music. The game combines a unique system of rhythm-based command mechanics with Roguelike action, allowing players to enjoy the thrill of venturing ever further on their adventure by issuing commands.
The story of "Ratatan” has finally reached its climax!
～New chapters added & all Dark Ratatan will be together～
In the 1.0 version launched today, alongside the addition of brand-new chapters and worlds, a wealth of content has been implemented to lead the story towards its conclusion. The main updates are as follows:
Version 1.0 Main Updates
- Chapters 3 and 4 have been added
The long-awaited new chapters are finally here! The final world and a formidable boss will make their grand entrance, allowing players to experience Ratatan’s story right through to its conclusion. - All Dark Ratatan Assemble
Archnemesis, ‘Dark Ratatan’, who has only appeared one by one previously, will now be gathered in full force, with even more intense and grueling battles awaiting players. - New Features and Performance Improvements
To ensure players enjoy an even more comfortable gaming experience, the team has added and adjusted various elements to help with the game’s performance.
Messages from the Development Team
To mark the official launch of “Ratatan”, the members of the production team involved in developing this title would like to extend a special message of thanks to the fans who have supported us all along:
Game Designer: Hiroyuki Kotani
‘I never imagined that completing a game would be such a dramatic process! I am truly overjoyed to be able to deliver this finished product to all of you who have been eagerly awaiting its release! We’ve really been through a lot during this time. Seeing both the creators and the players experience the most wonderful moments of reward brings a flood of emotions to my heart; I am so grateful to everyone.’
Director: Kenei Nakasha
‘Thank you all for your patience! It’s been about a year since the Early Access version was released, and we’re finally able to bring the official version of "Ratatan” to you all! Although there were many ups and downs during development, it was thanks to the support of our fans that the entire team was able to push through to the very end. Faced with the threat of the Dark Ratatan, how will the “Ratatan” story conclude? Be sure to find out for yourselves!”
Character Design: Nelnal
“It’s a great honor to celebrate the release of the official version of “Ratatan” alongside our fans and the entire development team! I hope you’ll all enjoy the unique and wondrous world of “Ratatan” to the fullest. I look forward to your feedback.”
Composer: Kemmei Adachi
“My musical composition was inspired by the keyword ‘Ratatan’. In short, I set out with the intention of ‘creating music that would allow everyone playing to journey together in a happy mood’, and I poured my heart and soul into transporting you all into the world of Ratatan. I hope you can feel this dedication at every level! Welcome to the Ratatan theme park— let’s sing, dance and enjoy ourselves to the fullest extent.”
Producer: Kazuto Sakajiri
‘I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to the players who backed us on Kickstarter, as well as to the friends who have supported us right from the Early Access stage. It is thanks to your support that we’ve been able to reach this day of official release. We’ve crafted Ratatan as a brand-new title featuring a unique world, characters, and gameplay. Whether you’re a fan of "Patapon” or discovering this game for the first time, we hope you’ll approach it with the excitement of encountering something new and experience the unique fun that Ratatan has to offer. We still have so much we want to achieve, and we’d be grateful for your continued support as we continue to nurture the Ratatan IP!”