Rain World

Rain World

March 27, 2017
Akupara Games, LLC
4.4/5.0(4,948 reviews)

Genres

AdventureActionRole Playing Games

About This Game

You are a slugcat. The world around you is full of danger, and you must face it – alone. Separated from your family in a devastating flood, you will need to find food and shelter between terrifying torrential downpours which threaten to drown all life. Climb through the ruins of an ancient civilization, evade the jaws of vicious predators, and discover new lands teeming with strange creatures and buried mysteries. Find your family before something makes a meal of you!

Inspired by the simplicity and aesthetics of 16-bit classics, this survival platformer requires clever decision-making, both to catch your own prey and to avoid the jaws of hungry predators. Each ravenous foe in your path will be cunning, vicious and always on the hunt – eager to sink their teeth into you, or even each other. As a small, soft slugcat you must rely on stealth and wit rather than force: learn the ecosystem and turn their strengths to your advantage. Maybe then you can survive… Rain World!

Features

• Explore a vast world of over 1600 rooms, spanning 12 diverse regions filled with ancient secrets and undiscovered dangers.

• Intense, primal predator encounters will challenge your reflexes. Limited resources and the constant, impending threat of rain will test your nerve.

• Procedural design and individualistic AI— every playthrough is a unique challenge!

• Play as The Monk and The Hunter! 2 playable characters corresponding to easier and more aggressive playstyles.

• Control your unique campaign with accessibility, speedrun, and difficulty options sculpted to your particular taste and style.

• Multiplayer Arena for up to 4 players, featuring Competitive and Sandbox modes.

• Bestiary featuring dangerous predators and delicious prey.

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Local Players:4
Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Side view

Time to Beat

Rushed:18h
Main story:21h
Completionist:72h

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, player feedback for Rain World is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting its challenging gameplay, immersive world, and unique ecosystem. Many players appreciate the game for its art style, depth, and the rich lore that unfolds through exploration, while acknowledging that it may not suit all gamers due to its punishing difficulty and lack of guidance. Those who enjoy a challenging experience tend to find it incredibly rewarding once they adapt to its mechanics.

Pros

  • Beautiful art and graphics
  • Unique and immersive ecosystem
  • Deep lore and world-building
  • Challenging yet rewarding gameplay
  • Strong community support and modding options

Cons

  • High difficulty can be frustrating for some
  • Lack of guidance for new players
  • Controls may feel clunky or janky
  • Some players feel the gameplay loop becomes tedious
  • Not suitable for casual gamers

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Rain World: Downpour
Rain World: Downpourexpansion
Rain World: The Watcher
Rain World: The Watcherexpansion
Hunt or Hunted Bundle
Hunt or Hunted Bundlebundle
Rain World: Slugcat's Lifecycle Edition
Rain World: Slugcat's Lifecycle Editionbundle

Rain World — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rain World worth playing?
Rain World has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.4 out of 5 across 4,948 reviews.
How long does it take to beat Rain World?
Rain World takes around 21 hours for the main story and about 72 hours to fully complete.
Is Rain World included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Rain World is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Rain World single-player or multiplayer?
Rain World supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative. Local play supports up to 4 players.
What platforms is Rain World available on?
Rain World is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Rain World release?
Rain World released on March 27, 2017.
What is Rain World's age rating?
Rain World carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.