"Ratatan Trailer Unveils 4-Player Online Co-Op"

Ratatan Gameplay Trailer Reveals 4-Person Online Co-Op

Ratatan, the eagerly anticipated spiritual successor to Patapon, has released its official gameplay trailer, giving fans an exciting glimpse into its mechanics and features. Dive in to discover more about the gameplay trailer and the upcoming closed beta test.

Patapon’s Spiritual Successor Ratatan Unveils New Gameplay Trailer

Trailer Features Gameplay and Boss Battle

During IGN Fan Fest Day 2 2025, Ratatan Works unveiled a captivating gameplay trailer for Ratatan, showcasing the game's unique rhythm roguelike action. The trailer features an intense battle against a giant boss crab, highlighting the game's engaging mechanics.

Ratatan combines rhythm game elements with side-scrolling action, offering a thrilling experience for players. One of the standout features is the online co-op mode, which supports up to 4 players, allowing for collaborative gameplay. The game promises massive melee battles with up to 100 characters, adding depth and excitement to each session.

Developed by Hiroyuki Kotani, the creator of Patapon, and with music by the original Patapon composer Kemmei Adachi, Ratatan has already made significant strides. Its Kickstarter campaign, launched in 2023, successfully met its console launch stretch goal, ensuring a release on various gaming platforms.

Closed Beta Begins on February 27, 2025

According to the latest update on their Kickstarter page, Ratatan is gearing up for its closed beta test, scheduled to start on February 27, 2025. Kazuto Sakajiri, the producer of Ratatan, shared insights into the game's recent milestones and what players can expect from the upcoming test.

Sakajiri announced that Ratatan has surpassed 100,000 wishlists on Steam and received positive feedback on its Original Soundtrack Demo. However, the game will not be showcased during the upcoming Steam Next Fest, as the team is focusing on refining the closed beta experience. The goal is to deliver an enhanced demo for the Steam Next festival in June.

During the closed beta, players will initially have access to Stage 1, with Stages 2 and 3 being added progressively throughout the month-long test period. Sakajiri also noted that details regarding code distribution, start date, and time will be communicated via Discord and X once finalized.

Ratatan is slated for release in 2025 across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. While an exact release date has yet to be announced, anticipation for this title continues to grow among fans of the genre.