Songs of Rats

Release Date: March 10, 2025

RPG, science fiction, post-apocalypse, 2D, Polish, indie games, text, singleplayer

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A Polish text-based RPG about travelling through a post-apocalyptic world. The gameplay in Songs of Rats is about developing our characters, making difficult decisions and combat - we can fight as a team, dealing with robots or humans who underwent cybernetic modifications.

Story
Gameplay
Engine and graphics

Songs of Rats is a text-based role-playing game with roguelike elements, in which we delve into a universe full of mysteries of past civilizations and hostile creatures. The development was handled by the Polish independent studio Tesseract Games, led by Tomasz Smigielski.

Story

Hundreds of years ago, a monumental space battle took place in the orbit of a forgotten gas giant. Detailed knowledge about the identity of the fighting factions and the causes of the clash did not survive, however, it is known that the use of a mysterious weapon led to the formation of the Wreckage.

This place is a tangled structure suspended in void, full of destroyed ships and space stations. Thanks to advanced self-repair technologies, many of the wrecks are suitable for habitation. They are occupied by beings not only human.

Gameplay

In Songs of Rats we explore the brutal world of the Wreckage, traversing a labyrinth of corridors, wild hydroponic gardens, abandoned laboratories, armories, factories, and even deserted entertainment centers. We find fragments of various civilizations and cultures, delving into the secrets of this dark universe.

Although we encounter companions on our path, most beings are not friendly towards us. The influential group in the Wreckage turns out to be made up of people subjected to extreme cybernetic modifications, called "posthumans".

Confrontations in the game depend on the character's skills determined by three main statistics: body, mind, and spirit. Stats related to armor and weapons are also counted and they can affect the damage dealt by us and by opponents. The battles are conducted in turn-based mode, and attacks are launched simultaneously by both sides. With each day of the journey, we receive a random number of action points, which we must fully utilize to move forward.

Engine and graphics

Created using Unity, Songs of Rats tells its story through text and suggestive lo-fi images.

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[1:45] Songs of Rats - Trailer #1

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (10)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Gameplay Mechanics: Many users praised the new swing mechanics, stating they feel realistic and immersive, making the game enjoyable and challenging. The game is noted for its technical depth and learning curve.
Graphics and Presentation: The visual quality of the courses and overall graphics received positive feedback, with users appreciating the aesthetic improvements over previous versions.
Course Designer: Players enjoyed the expanded options in the course designer, allowing for more creativity and customization.
Replayability: The game offers various modes and challenges that enhance replayability, with many users finding the career mode engaging.
Realistic Experience: Some users highlighted the realistic golf experience, stating that it feels rewarding to improve and master the game.

The main cons of the game

Monetization and VC System: A significant number of reviews criticized the in-game currency (VC) system, describing it as a "pay-to-win" model. Users felt that the nerfing of VC gains and the increase in costs for upgrades created a frustrating grind that encourages purchasing VC with real money.
Progression Issues: Many players expressed dissatisfaction with the slow progression system, stating that it takes an excessive amount of time to level up characters without spending additional money.
Technical Issues: Users reported various bugs, crashes, and slow loading times, particularly in menu navigation, which detracted from the overall experience.
Competitive Balance: New players felt at a disadvantage against those who had early access, leading to concerns about matchmaking fairness.
Gameplay Complexity: Some users found the new swing mechanics to be overly complex or difficult to master, especially for casual players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Masters Tournament: Some players noted the absence of iconic tournaments like the Masters, which they felt should be included in a golf simulation game.
Chat System in Multiplayer: Users expressed a desire for a chat or emote system in multiplayer modes to enhance communication and social interaction.
Customization Options: There were complaints about the limited cosmetic options available at launch, with players wanting more variety in clubs and character customization.
Improved UI/UX: Many reviews mentioned the need for a more intuitive user interface, with less lag and more responsive menu navigation.
Offline Mode: Some players expressed a desire for a more robust offline mode, as the game currently requires an internet connection for most features, limiting accessibility.

Summary

Overall, while PGA TOUR 2K25 has received praise for its gameplay and graphics, the monetization strategy and technical issues have led to significant criticism from the player base.

Summary generated on: March 24, 2025