Look, let's be honest—H2 Interactive is officially launching the rhythm roguelike action game 'Ratatan' for PC, PS5, and Nintendo Switch 2 in Korean on October 15. Alongside this, pre-orders have kicked off for the physical package titled 'Ratatan Day One Edition' for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2. For those keeping track, the title is being co-developed by Kotani Hiroyuki, widely known for the 'Patapon series', alongside game studio TVT.

'Ratatan' blends music with side-scrolling action into a rather cheeky genre mix, complete with up to four-player cooperative multiplayer. You step into the shoes of a 'Ratatan', strumming a mystical instrument and using various commands to herd a squad of 'Cobun'. Defeating foes to the beat of an energetic, dynamic rhythm makes for a thoroughly thrilling adventure.

The game's lore unfolds around an island named 'Rataport'. The 'Ratatans' are heroes dwelling on Rataport, embarking on a long pilgrimage toward heaven. Accompanying them on this journey are the 'Cobun'—mysterious creatures modeled after the 'Ratatan'—acting as steadfast companions against every trial. Beyond standard attack and defense rhythm commands, you can freely maneuver characters to unleash unique skills. Inputting commands with absolute precision triggers 'Fever Mode', altering the background music and letting the characters pull off even fancier moves.

What makes 'Ratatan' stand out is how it tosses roguelike elements into the mix of rhythm and side-scrolling action. In every adventure, the 'Ratatan' and 'Cobun' pull different buffs and rewards from each skirmish. These upgrades stack up various effects, expanding the game's possibilities the more you play. The clean yet distinctive art style comes courtesy of illustrator and character designer Nelnal, while TVT's proprietary game engine, 'Engine', delivers vibrant visuals and a surprisingly stable multiplayer environment.

The physical 'Ratatan Day One Edition' bundle packs either a physical PS5 disc or a Nintendo Switch 2 game card, paired with a Cobun set, a weapon and accessory set, a growth material set, and the weapon 'Heroic Spirit Blade Ssuk-Ssuk Sword'. You can check out all the juicy details regarding the Korean launch and pre-orders over on the official H2 Interactive website.