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Over the Hedge vs Ratatouille

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Over the Hedge
Over the HedgeJoin RJ and friends on a comedic platform adventure.
Ratatouille
RatatouilleDash, glide and cook your way through Paris as a culinary rat hero
Overview
Description

Set a year after the movie, RJ, Hammy, Verne and the gang embark on a wild romp through six distinct areas, snatching items like a popcorn machine and a TV while trying to expand their log. Along the way they must outwit the Sniffer, Dwayne the Verminator, who commands mind‑controlled vermin to stop them. The game blends platforming, adventure and comedy with a variety of mini‑games and split‑screen multiplayer, letting players experience the humor and chaos of the animated world while collecting quirky items and battling quirky enemies.

Relive the most thrilling moments of the beloved film as you control Remy, a determined rat with big chef dreams. Explore sewers, streets, and kitchens across six action‑packed worlds filled with enemies, heists, and daring missions. Team up with friends in multiplayer mini‑games or race through a chaotic rat race that flips Paris’s culinary scene upside down. This platform‑adventure blends comedy, action, and kid‑friendly challenges for a fun family experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Platformers
Best for
Fans of family-friendly platformers
Kids and families
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99−25%
$39.99
release date
2006-05-09
2007-06-26
Specifications
developer
Beenox, Edge of Reality
Heavy Iron Studios
publisher
Activision
THQ
age rating
PEGI 3, ESRB E10+
ESRB E, PEGI 3
multiplayer
Single player, Split screen
Single player, Co-operative
critic score
58/100
60/100+3%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Entertaining humor that matches the movie
  • Varied levels keep gameplay interesting
  • Local co‑op split‑screen adds replay value
  • Mini‑games provide fun side challenges
  • Engaging platforming that captures the movie’s spirit
  • Co‑op multiplayer adds replay value
  • Kid‑friendly controls and humor
  • Varied level design across six worlds
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Controls can feel stiff on PC
  • Limited replayability after completing all collectibles
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Voice acting occasionally repeats lines
  • Limited depth for hardcore gamers
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
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0
User rating
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Both are dated family platformers with similar content, but Ratatouille costs more and is rated E, while Over the Hedge is cheaper but rated E10+.

Key differences

  • •Price: Ratatouille $39.99 vs Over the Hedge $29.99.
  • •Age rating: Ratatouille ESRB E (PEGI 3) vs Over the Hedge ESRB E10+ (PEGI 3).
  • •Critic score: Ratatouille 60/100, Over the Hedge 58/100.
  • •Multiplayer style: Ratatouille offers co‑op (unspecified split), Over the Hedge specifies split‑screen co‑op.
  • •Developer pedigree: Ratatouille by Heavy Iron Studios; Over the Hedge by Beenox & Edge of Reality.
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Pricing & value

Over the Hedge is $10 cheaper, offering better value for the same platform genre.

Over the Hedge

Gameplay & fun factor

Ratatouille has a slightly higher critic score (60 vs 58) and more varied level themes.

Ratatouille

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both support local co‑op; Ratatouille’s co‑op is unspecified, Over the Hedge explicitly split‑screen.

Tie

Content & replayability

Ratatouille lists six distinct worlds plus collectible recipes and mini‑games, slightly richer than Over the Hedge’s six areas.

Ratatouille

Difficulty & accessibility

Ratatouille is rated ESRB E, indicating easier accessibility for younger players than Over the Hedge’s E10+.

Ratatouille

Graphics & performance

Both are noted as having dated graphics by modern standards.

Tie

Platform availability

Platform details not specified for either; treat as equal.

Tie

Choose Over the Hedge if…

Buyers on a tighter budget who don’t need the stricter E rating and prefer split‑screen co‑op.

Choose Ratatouille if…

Families with younger children (under 8) who want kid‑friendly controls and slightly richer content.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Over the Hedge costs $29.99; Ratatouille costs $39.99.

Is either game more suitable for very young kids?

Ratatouille is rated ESRB E (PEGI 3), while Over the Hedge is ESRB E10+, making Ratatouille more suitable for younger children.

Do both games support local co‑op?

Yes. Ratatouille offers co‑op multiplayer; Over the Hedge offers split‑screen local co‑op.