Well put together entry, nice and simple but felt very complete, well executed on what you were going for. You clearly managed your time better than me XD. Really enjoyed the pixel art!
I _really_ enjoyed this one - the core mechanics are just really well thought-out. I could very happily have played twice as much of it again. The presentation is basic, but really cozy - especially the little touches in the soundtrack.
I never managed to figure out exactly how the rat's pathfinding works. Sometimes it'll go around obstacles and sometimes it won't. I could solve all the levels in the game through a little trial and error, but I could see the unpredictability becoming frustrating if it had continued into more advanced puzzle-y levels. (And I did find myself wishing for more levels. This is a really fun mechanic.)
Sokoban is usually my least favourite sub-genre of puzzle games but the cute artstyle and the cozy sound design more than made up for it. Played through the whole thing, had a blast. Great work!
Hey, excellent work developing out so many micro-ideas. As @john-gabriel and @jacobwinters said: I could easily have played a ton more. The audio work was particularly nice too, minimalist but very fitting. Was this a one and done or are you considering further development? Either way, very fun!
While it is pretty much a Sokoban, I really liked the addition of enemies that attack your valuables. Shows how a simple mechanic like that can create a whole new dynamic on the genre.
Would have happily played even more. The difficulty curve probably could use some work - especially for players who are not good or used to puzzle games. But that is easy to work on after the jam!
Short and sweet, these sokoban style games are satisfying when done well. I feel like the addition of the rat made it unique compared to other ones I've played. Most polished game I've played in this jam so far!
Really well executed puzzle idea. The art style fits the nostalgic vibes. I found the rat an interesting addition to a block pusher, why it wants to eat those things we'll never know. I could see this being extended into a full fledged game, excellent!
Really enjoyable sokoban game! I liked how you started with a level that was already testing the player's knowledge. You manage to do a lot with the core mechanic of the chasing rat and each level feels like it's adding something new. The acoustic guitar sound effects sound great as well :)
Cute, charming graphics, and a nice puzzle mechanism. I liked making the rats fall >:} The sound effects and little strum sound also fit the attic vibe nicely. Really nice job, honestly would play more!
This was immensely enjoyable! Everything from the graphics to the minimalistic audio to the presentation felt well scoped and super polished. Brilliant execution. I just had a huge grin on my face playing this and it left me wanting a little more.
This game gets bonus points for being one of a few that can suck me into the game and forget my surroundings, even if just for a few minutes. As others have said, the beauty of this game is in its completeness. Artwork, screen transition animations, musical sound effects, a menu screen, and easy to learn mechanics. I like that you can learn how things like how the rat and holes in the floor work with a little trial and error rather than being too verbose telling the user how they work. Nice game!
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I never managed to figure out exactly how the rat's pathfinding works. Sometimes it'll go around obstacles and sometimes it won't. I could solve all the levels in the game through a little trial and error, but I could see the unpredictability becoming frustrating if it had continued into more advanced puzzle-y levels. (And I did find myself wishing for more levels. This is a really fun mechanic.)
Would have happily played even more. The difficulty curve probably could use some work - especially for players who are not good or used to puzzle games. But that is easy to work on after the jam!
Cozy vibes, calming sound effects and interesting puzzles :D
My only critique would be that it's so short :(
I must admit that the gameplay itself isn't exactly innovative, but who cares? Not every game has to be, and this one is super fun regardless.
The rat's pathfinding was a bit unpredictable at times, which could be bothersome in potential future puzzles, but it wasn't a huge deal.
I would 100% play a full version.
P.S. Awesome pixel art by the way :]