Ratatan Gameplay Trailer Reveals 4 Person Online Co-Op

Ratatan, the highly anticipated spiritual successor to Patapon, has unveiled its official gameplay trailer, offering a captivating glimpse into its rhythm-based combat and cooperative action. This article delves into the trailer's highlights and the upcoming closed beta.

Gameplay Trailer Showcases Rhythm-Based Combat and 4-Player Co-op

The trailer showcases thrilling rhythm roguelike gameplay, blending the addictive rhythm mechanics of its predecessor with dynamic side-scrolling action. A key feature is the inclusion of online co-op for up to four players, promising epic battles with potentially 100 characters clashing on screen. The footage highlights a fierce encounter against a colossal boss crab, providing a taste of the challenging encounters awaiting players.

Developed by Patapon creator Hiroyuki Kotani, in collaboration with original Patapon composer Kemmei Adachi, Ratatan successfully surpassed its console stretch goal on Kickstarter in 2023, ensuring its release across multiple platforms.

Closed Beta Commences February 27, 2025

Ratatan's closed beta test is scheduled to begin on February 27, 2025, as announced via the game's Kickstarter page. Producer Kazuto Sakajiri shared exciting updates, revealing that the game has amassed over 100,000 Steam wishlists and received positive feedback on its original soundtrack demo. While the game won't feature in the upcoming Steam Next Fest, the development team is prioritizing the closed beta, aiming to deliver an enhanced demo for the June Steam Next Fest.

Sakajiri outlined the closed beta's scope, confirming access to Stage 1 initially, with Stages 2 and 3 to be unlocked during the month-long testing period. Beta key distribution details will be announced via Discord and X (formerly Twitter).

Ratatan is slated for release in 2025 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. A precise release date remains unannounced.