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The Rats
Commodore 64 · Adventure / Simulation
The Rats
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure, Simulation |
| Developer | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Publisher | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Commodore 64, The Rats is an adventure game developed by Hodder & Stoughton. It blends adventure and simulation elements.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Rats is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
The Rats walkthroughs & guides
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
The Rats FAQ
Who made The Rats?
It was developed by Hodder & Stoughton.
Is The Rats multiplayer?
No. The Rats is a single-player game.
How long does The Rats take to play?
As an adventure game, The Rats typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Rats on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.