Mad Rat Dead confirmed for western release

Nippon Ichi Software just announced its latest game earlier today. Mad Rat Dead, a music-based action-platformer, is in the works for Switch.

It didn’t take long for NIS America to confirm localization plans. Mad Rat Dead will release on October 30 in North America and Europe and November 6 in Oceania.

We have the following overview and trailer for Mad Rat Dead:

A rat’s dream has been left unfulfilled before his death…that is, until he gets a second chance at life! Granted the opportunity to redo his last day on Earth, the player must utilize Mad Rat’s newfound power to pump his heart in time with the music, lest his own time runs out. Mad Rat Dead combines platformer action and rhythm mechanics to have players keep their eyes and ears peeled at all times!

Key Features:
– Funky Tunes – Advance by matching your inputs to the rhythm of addictive music tracks. Or practice your inputs as you get acquainted to stages in the Sound Test!
– Mastering the Music – Unlock music to mix and match with replayable stages for different difficulties. Hit the Rewind button for infinite attempts and jump, dash, and smash your way to a full 5-star completion!
– Audiovisual Art – Cartoon visuals mix with a punk aesthetic for a unique art style that changes depending on the number of combos performed!

Mad Rat Dead will have a special edition, and pre-orders are open here. Copies include the game, Physical Dead Beats Cassette, digital soundtrack download, art book, and collector’s box.

Source: NIS America PR