Curse of the Sea Rats: Hand-Drawn Metroidvania Adventure

8/31/2026, 4:50:20 AM

Release date: 4/6/2023

Tags: #story-rich #combat #action #co-op #local-co-op #metroidvania #side-scroller #hand-drawn

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Score: 59%Mixed
Review Count: 221 reviews
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Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,350 (JPY)

Steam JP

$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,350
Global Price: $9.99
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Key highlight

Curse of the Sea Rats is a hand-drawn 'ratoidvania' platform adventure where four cursed prisoners battle bosses and uncover secrets. It features stunning 2D animation and supports local co-op.

Who this is for

A unique adventure blending the charm of hand-drawn animation with the exploration of a Metroidvania. Great for co-op with friends!

Details

Overview

Embark on a unique 'ratoidvania' platform adventure in Curse of the Sea Rats, a title celebrated for its lovingly crafted, hand-drawn animations. Players step into the paws of four prisoners of the British Empire who have been transformed into rats by the notorious pirate witch, Flora Burn. To break this curse and reclaim their human forms, this unlikely band must journey across the vast Irish coast, battling formidable bosses and uncovering the secrets of the land, all while seeking to capture the witch responsible for their plight.

Highlights

Visually Stunning Hand-Drawn Animation: The game features beautiful 2D, hand-drawn animation that brings its characters and world to life with remarkable detail and fluidity.
'Ratoidvania' Gameplay: Experience a Metroidvania-style platform adventure with a distinct theme, blending exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving.
Cooperative Play: Curse of the Sea Rats supports both single-player and local co-op modes, allowing friends to join the adventure together on shared or split screens.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who appreciate traditional 2D animation, enjoy the exploration and progression of Metroidvania titles, and are looking for a story-rich experience that can be shared with friends through local co-op. Fans of challenging boss fights and atmospheric adventures will find much to love here.

Game Info

Developed and published by Petoons Studio, Curse of the Sea Rats was released on April 6, 2023. It supports a variety of languages, including English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese. The game is available as a paid title on Steam and offers both single-player and local co-op modes.