Rat King

Rat King: A Clever Broughlike About a Rat… and Another Rat

The Dungeon Game with a Double Twist

Rat King is a minimalist roguelike (or broughlike, inspired by Michael Brough) where players control two rats exploring interconnected dungeon rooms filled with traps, enemies, and coins. With each step, you'll face random challenges, permanent death, and strategic decisions—all rendered in a clean, modern pixel-art style.

The twist? You’re not just playing one rat. You’re playing both—each in their half of the dungeon map. Every move must account for the position of both rats, making for a deeply tactical experience.

Master the Maze: How to Handle Both Rats

Objective:

• Navigate through procedurally generated rooms, avoid hazards, collect coins, and survive as long as possible. The game ends when you lose all hearts.
  

Gameplay Tips:

• Keep an eye on both rats simultaneously.
  
• Use the environment to your advantage—some obstacles can be used to block enemies.
  
• Look out for teleport portals and strange creatures.
  
• Coins may unlock special features or upgrades (depending on the version or update).
  

Controls

• Move: Arrow keys / WASD / Swipe (mobile)
  
• Use items: 1–5 keys or tap item icons (if available)
  
• Restart: Likely via escape or refresh (check game menu)
  

The dual-screen mechanic forces players to think in two places at once. If one rat dies, it's game over.

Key Features

• Permadeath: One mistake can end your run, so plan carefully.
  
• Split-screen dungeon crawling: Manage two rats in two different rooms at the same time.
  
• Minimal UI, maximum tension: Clean visuals, tight controls, and constant pressure.
  
• Procedural generation: No two runs are ever the same.