Rodent's Revenge for Windows 3.1 (released in 1991) is a simple yet addictive puzzle game where you control a mouse attempting to trap a group of cats. The game’s objective is to push blocks to create walls, trapping the cats inside while avoiding being caught yourself. As you progress through levels, the difficulty increases with more cats and more complex block arrangements.
The gameplay is similar to other classic puzzle games like Boulder Dash and Sokoban, but with a more whimsical and quirky premise. The mouse can only push blocks, not pull them, so players must plan their moves carefully to avoid getting trapped by the cats. Each level has a limited number of moves, so it requires both strategy and quick thinking.
Its minimalistic graphics and straightforward mechanics made Rodent's Revenge a classic of the early 90s casual gaming scene. It became popular as part of the suite of games included in early versions of Windows, and despite its simplicity, it was praised for its engaging puzzles and fun, easy-to-understand concept.
