Rats in a Cage

Released: Sep 20, 2024
Platforms
Last updated: 13 Sep 2026, 23:31 GMT

Updates & announcements

16 posts

03 Mar 2026Developer post
Thank you, players!
A BIG thank you from us for choosing our game to play. As gamers ourselves, we know just how many incredible games are out there waiting to be explored. So the fact that you chose to spend your time with our game means more to us than we can properly put into words. Time is the m
26 Jul 2025Developer post
July 2025 bug fixes and updates
We've updated the game and fixed several issues most notably: The speedrun achievement: "WOW! You Finished Early!" now triggers under 6 hours as intended instead of under 7 hours. Rare "Layoff" bug in which it ignored the player should not be happening anymore Very rare game engi
We've updated the game and fixed several issues most notably:
The speedrun achievement: "WOW! You Finished Early!" now triggers under 6 hours as intended instead of under 7 hours.
Rare "Layoff" bug in which it ignored the player should not be happening anymore
Very rare game engine bug that sometimes caused the game to crash
And many more small changes and bug fixes.

Big thanks to everyone who reported the issues!

Have fun, rats!
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11 Mar 2025Developer post
What's next?
Hey, fellow caffeine-addicted office rats, Thanks to your reports and feedback, we finally have a stable mind and version on both PC and MAC. Now we're trying to figure out what should be our next focus. We still need to bring Rats in a Cage to a wider audience. Do you have colle
Hey, fellow caffeine-addicted office rats,
Thanks to your reports and feedback, we finally have a stable mind and version on both PC and MAC. Now we're trying to figure out what should be our next focus. We still need to bring Rats in a Cage to a wider audience. Do you have colleagues at work or friends who would play the game but are still missing that *something*?
We'd love to hear your opinion to help us decide!
Community suggestions so far:

Kids-friendly censored version
Steam Deck version
New language localization
Mobile version
Downloadable/Playable OST
Please let us know your thoughts!
Petr
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09 Jan 2025Developer post
Bug fixes
We've started 2025 with a bug-fixing patch. Once again, there were a lot of tiny issues and tweaks along with some major fixes: Game Over screen is properly removed in final Promotion You can no longer end in Infinite loop after being stabbed BONUS doors are now properly open/clo
We've started 2025 with a bug-fixing patch.
Once again, there were a lot of tiny issues and tweaks along with some major fixes:

Game Over screen is properly removed in final Promotion
You can no longer end in Infinite loop after being stabbed
BONUS doors are now properly open/closed after load/entering
You should no longer partially lose progress after switching from DEMO to a release version
After-load wrong music bug has been fixed
Many thanks to
Ranamo Boy
ITSFYREGUY
mike_earnest
alyssa-black
Tarjafan
and others
for reporting these issues!
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18 Oct 2024Developer post
MAC version and Rats in a Cage found a way to each other!
Good news! After some violent code-wrestling, good old-fashioned googling, trial & error testing, and pendulating between despair and hope, we’ve finally fixed the MAC version. I know! This is so exciting reading for all the PC users! Bad news! Unfortunately, Steam does not a
20 Sep 2024Developer post
Who let the Rats out? We did!
Weather report: A storm of excitement is expected with a possibility of brain melting later today. The fun index is high so make sure you have some free time. Don't expect any easy breeze. A warning has been issued for a possible coffee flood in your stomach. Why? Beacuse Rats in
25 Aug 2024Developer post
Brace yourselves, RELEASE is coming
Make sure you have some coffee beans at home, because we're ready for release on September 20th. Channel your inner rat, refresh your corporate bullshit phrases, and stretch your brain! WE ARE READY! All that's left is the hard part - getting the game to fellow puzzle lovers. If
11 Jun 2024Developer post
RELEASE DATE & FINAL GRAPHIC UPDATE
RELEASE DATE TRAILER We're happy to announce that all the coffee drank, and tears shed didn't go to waste. The release date of Rats in a Cage has been set to September 20th 2024 ! Put it in your calendars next to your mom's birthday reminder. If you're a man (or woman) of culture
RELEASE DATE TRAILER
We're happy to announce that all the coffee drank, and tears shed didn't go to waste. The release date of Rats in a Cage has been set to September 20th 2024! Put it in your calendars next to your mom's birthday reminder.
If you're a man (or woman) of culture, don't miss out on our new epic release date trailer:
Watch on YouTube
FINAL GRAPHICS
... and the journey that took us there
For quite some time now, we've been working on ways to improve the visual aspect of the game that would take the graphics to the next level. Shout out to my wife who had the patience and skill to do so <3. What do YOU think?
Graphics evolution over time:
UPDATED DEMO

If you wish to see everything for yourself, you can!
We've updated the DEMO for PC and MAC. Have fun and don't forget to wishlist us! Thanks!
CHANGES, FIXES, UPGRADES

Graphics updated (characters, background, scenes...)
You can now choose your workspace (background)
Credits added to the menu
Unnecessary files removed
NWJS updated
All LEVELS completed
Achievements completed
All plant-revenge completed
Game Over bug fixed
Sound bugs fixed
Thank you everyone for staying with us!
Have a great day!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2085890/Rats_in_a_Cage/?beta=0https://store.steampowered.com/app/2085890/Rats_in_a_Cage/?beta=0
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06 Apr 2024Developer post
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - April 2024
RELEASE DATE My brother, my wife and I are again intensively working on delivering the game to you later this year . We’re on track so far! Fingers crossed! CHANGES & FIXES We’ve been listening to your feedback and decided to make some desired changes to the game. Here’s what
RELEASE DATE
My brother, my wife and I are again intensively working on delivering the game to you later this year. We’re on track so far! Fingers crossed!
CHANGES & FIXES
We’ve been listening to your feedback and decided to make some desired changes to the game. Here’s what we’ve changed and fixed:

“Game Over” now automatically loads the latest save to save you time.
We added a “Minimum text” toggle in Options to reduce text pollution on the screen. It hides all flavor unsolicited and unimportant texts during level gameplay so you can fully focus on cracking the level without distractions. We leave it for you to decide.
We fixed a bug where fullscreen wasn’t working for some users
We fixed a bug that allowed you to lure a coworker through a closed door.
We fixed a bug that sometimes allowed you to quickly run through a door even when you left the pressure button that operated it.
We also made massive graphics updates including characters, level graphics, and foreground. We also changed the resolution from 1008x816 to 1488x816 so we could use that extra space for a nice background behind the monitor with some visual jokes in it as well.
NEW EPIC FEATURE
When I saw the latest playthrough videos where people struggled to beat some levels, I had an idea for a feature that we all need in puzzle games. The not-so-helpful “HELP” button. It won’t help you solve the level, but it will surely help your mental health. Press CTRL to release a desperate rat scream!
It’s a work-in-progress including the graphics, but you can check it here:
Watch on YouTube
Once again, thank you for your patience and support!
PS: Please wishlist our game and tell your friends about us. It’s still time. Better latte than never!
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14 Nov 2023Developer post
Gameplay Broadcast & Chat with developers
There's nothing more exciting than watching someone play a puzzle game. There's lots of thinking, idle standing, and also thinking while idle standing and...did I say thinking already? We'll be streaming with our friend playing Rats in a Cage: Demo for the first time. Join us! Ch
12 Oct 2023Developer post
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - October 2023
We sincerely apologize for the delay in delivering our game. We could come up with some corporate bullshit about why it’s taking so long, but the truth is that we’re basically a two-brothers developer team. And my brother was occupied with preparing and shooting his first feature
29 Apr 2023Developer post
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - April 2023
Overnight work, coffee doping, and daydreaming have finally paid off. Two floors have been finalized, the third is in the testing phase (almost there) and the fourth is being designed. WARNING! Have a cup of coffee before reading any further! Or two. We're not judging. FEATURES R
Overnight work, coffee doping, and daydreaming have finally paid off. Two floors have been finalized, the third is in the testing phase (almost there) and the fourth is being designed.
WARNING! Have a cup of coffee before reading any further! Or two. We're not judging.
FEATURES REVEAL
With the work progress, it became clear what features will be on those floors.
Floor1

Coffee lures coworkers...and we understand why.
Those doors of opportunity won't open themselves. They block the way but can be opened/closed with the right switch.
Annoying emails blocks the way at the receiving end...but as you know, they can be deferred indefinitely.
Everyone loves juicy office gossip. Similarly, just like a coffee lures coworkers, but can be placed anywhere anytime. Which might not be a good thing.
Floor2

From time to time we all need to actually do the work. Steal the work from your coworkers and present it to your boss as your own.
We all know that some deadlines are less deadly than others. You can push this one. Nobody cares. They might block your way, but you can push the deadline to block someone else.
Right person at the right place and the right time can open the doors for you as long as you, your coworker, or the deadline stands there, the doors will be open.
Floor3

Someone has to go. Make sure it's not you who's being laid off. Any unlucky soul who encounters it first will be fired!
With all the layoffs, the company will now have the budget to expand the office. Break walls to change level layout. For better or worse.
Floor4

Good old fashioned stab in the back. We've all been there. Stab your coworker in the back to remove coworker from the level completely.
Please tell your friends about us! Especially to those corporate zombie friends who are always late because the last meeting took longer than expected.
Thank you all for being with us!
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06 Apr 2023Developer post
Indie Cup: Rising Star Award nomination!
Indie Cup nominated Rats in a Cage for the CEE'23 "Rising Star Award"! We're honored to be among the 9 games nominated this year. We want to thank you - who tested our game and spent your time giving us feedback. It's a shared success. Don't sell yourself short! You're an essenti
14 Nov 2022Developer post
Game Update for Czech & Slovak Games Week
After having a few coffees, discussing, listening to all your feedback from the latest Steam Next Fest and visiting a therapist to recover from it, we have decided to change some major things in Rats in a Cage. WARNING! Have a cup of coffee before reading any further! Different s
07 Oct 2022Developer post
STEAM NEXT FEST GAME UPDATE
Your feedback is now part of the game! Based on your feedback, we have released an update of our Steam Next Fest demo. Update your library or download the game under the store page. If you have any suggestions for us, please join our Discord , and let us know! We’d love to hear a
07 Oct 2022Developer post
DEMO AVAILABLE NOW!
We have released the demo of our cheeky little game as part of the Steam Next Fest! If you like puzzles, corporate satire, or sucking up to your boss, you'll have a blast. Download the demo under the store page & wishlist!

Rats in a Cage

Updates & announcements

Thank you, players!

July 2025 bug fixes and updates

What's next?

Bug fixes

MAC version and Rats in a Cage found a way to each other!

Good news!

Bad news!

Neutral news!

Who let the Rats out? We did!

Weather report:

Grab it and play it sooner RAT-her than later.

Brace yourselves, RELEASE is coming

WE ARE READY!

RELEASE DATE & FINAL GRAPHIC UPDATE

RELEASE DATE TRAILER

FINAL GRAPHICS

... and the journey that took us there

UPDATED DEMO

CHANGES, FIXES, UPGRADES

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - April 2024

RELEASE DATE

CHANGES & FIXES

NEW EPIC FEATURE

Gameplay Broadcast & Chat with developers

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - October 2023

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - April 2023

FEATURES REVEAL

Indie Cup: Rising Star Award nomination!

Indie Cup nominated Rats in a Cage for the CEE'23 "Rising Star Award"! We're honored to be among the 9 games nominated this year.

Out of 145 participants only 26 were nominated in various categories. We're honored to be among those 26! Rats in a Cage is in good company!

CATEGORY #3 — RISING STAR AWARD

PS: Don't forget to check the other games as well!

Game Update for Czech & Slovak Games Week

Different story

New feature added

STEAM NEXT FEST GAME UPDATE

Your feedback is now part of the game!

DEMO AVAILABLE NOW!