Ratata Arts has announced that it has cancelled PlayStation 4 version of Ratatan, and reconfirmed the cancellation of the original Nintendo Switch version. Additionally, it has confirmed the pricing for the digital and physical releases of the game.
In a statement on the game’s Kickstarter page, Ratata Arts explains the reason for the decision:
Switch and PlayStation 4 Version
We looked at a wide variety of different methods to try to make this possible. While developing the game we again reviewed different options to release on these platforms and were able to add Switch 2 as an option. We were trying to balance the best possible user experience while covering a large amount of platforms as an indie team.
In deciding the best way to use limited money to make a full online title, sometimes you have to prioritize different platforms. After lengthy discussions with our publisher Game Source Entertainment, we have decided that the projected number of units we could sell for legacy hardware would not justify the licensing fees necessary to complete those SKUs. We can replace either of those SKUS with Steam, Switch 2, PS5, or Xbox Series X. For anyone who does not have one of the above hardwares, we will begin a support ticket to look at what options we have.
In looking at those options it became clear that we wouldn’t be able to make the highest possible quality game while also developing for a large number of different platforms. So we have decided to focus on a smaller number of platforms to achieve maximum quality. We know there are a lot of backers who looked forward to this on their platform of choice and we are deeply sorry for being able to do everything. That being said, we will continue to look into what options we have to see if those platforms are options in the future. For now, however, please allow us to focus on this more manageable set of platforms.
Ratatan will release for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on July 16. The digital version will cost $34.99, while both the digital deluxe and physical versions will cost $39.99. The digital deluxe includes the main game, the Legendary Weapon “Spirit Sword Banbansord,” the Special Weapon & Accessory Set, the Cobun Set, and the Growth Material Set. If you pre-order the game you will get the aforementioned Spirit Sword Banbansord.
