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Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan
Developer ManaVoid Entertainment
Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a 2021 action-puzzle-platformer video game developed by ManaVoid Entertainment and published by Skybound Games. The game was released on October 5, 2021 for Microsoft Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. A sequel, Rainbow Billy: The Book of Fears, is scheduled to be released in 2026. From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
230 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Lemmy) · newest Oct 28, 2026 · last updated Oct 29, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
94
LovedLoved
179 positive · 12 negative
95% range 89–96%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 179 | 12 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 18 | 2 | 18 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 1 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
182 of 194 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
94% recommend · 180 yes, 12 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 192 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (223 of 242 positive).
Players praise the game's wholesome, empathetic message and unique combat system. [1][2][3] Many find the art style and music beautiful and charming. [4][5][6] Some reviewers note the game can feel repetitive or overstay its welcome. [7][8][9]
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Representative posts
- [8]
Helping enemies through their insecurities is a charming concept but it soon gets repetitive. 4-6 archetypes stretched out into 40-60 Neopet looking creatures all joining your side after being told to quit pressuring themselves. Combat consists of throwing shapes until they stick with an excruciatingly simple minigame before each and every attack. Open areas are alright. Thought the boat would be more involved. …
- [1]
🎤Introduction Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan offers a different take on the RPG genre, more notably in combat. It's not groundbreaking by any means, but offers a fresh experience that is intriguing and unique to play. With its charming writing, wholesome gameplay, and unique characters, this title delivers a delightful and laid back experience that anyone can enjoy. ✔️Pros • A fresh take on combat • Full …
- [2]
Rainbow Billy is a family friendly, wholesome adventure game that feels like Paper Mario in the typical Rubber Hose animation style which most gamers might know through the game Cuphead. You play as Billy, a young boy who wants to restore the world's colors after the monochrome Leviathan stole them. The gameplay is based on 2,5D exploration, light platforming and a unique turn-based "combat" system. Instead of …
- [3]
Sometimes a rare gem of a game comes along that is not only entertaining, but also has the power to truly lift spirits. At the heart of this game is a message of walking through the world with kindness, compassion, and empathy, for ourselves and others, and for "learn to accept the true colors in ALL our hearts." The whimsical, colourful style exudes the joy of stepping into one's authenticity---quite literally---as …
- [7]
Really cute, colorful and wholesome but overstays its welcome a bit. Positives first, the monster designs are pretty solid, the rubber hose style looks great and the "combat" is fun, even tho a bit to easy. I also liked that instead of fighting enemies we befriend them but chipping away at their insecurities. I would however liked a bit more depth here, as it really boiled down to "pick the most positive dialogue …
Summarised from 34 of the 230 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
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Players who liked Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan talk about unique, empathy-based combat system; those who didn't talk about combat can become repetitive. Which matters more to you?
Critics, per Wikipedia
The game received mostly positive reviews according to Metacritic, and strong reviews according to OpenCritic. The game was praised for its colorful graphics and unique combat, but was criticised for lacking consequences and oversimplifying the difficulty of mental illnesses, as well as the repetitiveness of the game's elements.
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 230 · most liked first🎤Introduction Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan offers a different take on the RPG genre, more notably in combat. It's not groundbreaking by any means, but offers a fresh experience that is intriguing and unique to play. With its charming writing, wholesome gameplay, and unique characters, this title delivers a delightful and laid back experience that anyone can enjoy. ✔️Pros • A fresh take on combat • Full to the brim with creativity and personality • All 60 creatures are unique with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Forza Horizon 4, Rise of the Tomb Raider, The Quarry, Rainbow Billy, Tin Hearts, Forager and Amnesia: The Bunker are leaving Game Pass this month. Forza Horizon 4 is also getting delisted on December 15.
neutral · AI labelView post →Review by [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/34633003-Gaming-Masterpieces/lists/] Gaming Masterpieces - The greatest games of all time on Steam. Is this game a masterpiece? Well, it looks like "My first 3D platformer" for 4-year olds, and it also plays that way... in the first few minutes. Then it evolves into a still cute, but quite interesting RPG (with some easy platforming). A bit like Paper Mario. Very unique, bloodless "combat" (select your fighting creatures and press the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Games leaving Game Pass on December 15th: - The Quarry - Amnesia: The Bunker - Hello Neighbor 2 - Forza Horizon 4 - Tin Hearts - Rainbow Billy. The Curse of the Leviathan - Rise of the Tomb Raider - Forager
neutral · AI labelView post →Hello friends, Today I will write a review about the game Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan. This a a game that takes place in the world of imagination and with the hero Billy. Can Billy save the world of imagination from the evil Leviathan? They may, but only help from their friends, which you can help all over the imaginary world. First though, you need to solve their problems. Each friend in imaginary world has a issue, whether it be depression, anxiety, worried about their looks,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm Jackey (matchalattepng everywhere), a French-Canadian 2D & 3D artist 🎨 exploring game creation! 🎮 I'm slowly learning how to make games on my own! 💪 I create content & stream, sharing my learnings along the way! 📹 I worked on Rainbow Billy! 🐙✨ Nice to meet you! 😊 #WhatAGameDevLooksLike
neutral · AI labelView post →This is gonna be an odd kinda review, because it's an odd kinda game. Happy path: * Make new friends and help them to better understand themselves. * Explore three medium-large areas, meeting people and finding collectibles. * Live your life, and be happy by being kind to others! Cynical path: * Meet people and make them your friends by manipulating them into opening up so you can blow their minds with brainwashing colors! * Tell your new friends whatever they want to hear so they'll join…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Helping enemies through their insecurities is a charming concept but it soon gets repetitive. 4-6 archetypes stretched out into 40-60 Neopet looking creatures all joining your side after being told to quit pressuring themselves. Combat consists of throwing shapes until they stick with an excruciatingly simple minigame before each and every attack. Open areas are alright. Thought the boat would be more involved. Plays almost like a children’s educational game which is in direct contrast with the…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pros: The game exists, music, characters and the world ingame is just. WOW, beautiful! EDIT: This game is amazing!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →WOW! The music, characters, story and visuals are in synergy! I'm glad that I get to know the game, it's really appealing. Please try it out if you can!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hi everyone! I’m Jackey, a 2D/3D artist (I worked on Rainbow Billy) 🎨 and streamer (I won La Face des Internets 2024) 🎮 eager to learn all aspects of game creation. I love sharing my work and skills to inspire ✨ and have a positive impact through my creations 🥹🌷
neutral · AI labelView post →While i love the game, i must say i can't recommend it. Why? Simple, you can't delete your save, which means you can't restart when the game ends. so until they add the option to delete your save, i say don't buy. Sorry devs, but it has to be said.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The art style and music are beautiful, the combat system is unique, and the story is cute. 11/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy is a family friendly, wholesome adventure game that feels like Paper Mario in the typical Rubber Hose animation style which most gamers might know through the game Cuphead. You play as Billy, a young boy who wants to restore the world's colors after the monochrome Leviathan stole them. The gameplay is based on 2,5D exploration, light platforming and a unique turn-based "combat" system. Instead of fighting monsters, you have to listen to their problems and use your empathy by…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →2. Billy from Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan I love this game more then I should, this might be one of my favorite indie games of all time. Here's the main character from said game, they're mostly quiet and we most protect them. :P #pixelart
positive · AI labelView post →I was blown away by this game when I tried the demo, but the full game was even better. The best way to describe Rainbow Billy is that it's a mashup of a ton of great things from the action RPG and monster raising genres, but with all the sweet and cutesy kindness you can expect from the title. You get to explore a world for secrets, learning new skills along the way, and every character you recruit has their own backstory accessed by being their friend. These backstories are things everyday…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was going through my reviews I have given on Steam and I often talk about how it's very unlikely I will ever give a game a 10/10. I did, once, to my own surprise, but I am not surprised by the game I gave it to. Rainbow Billy by @wearemanavoid.bsky.social store.steampowered.com/app/1106830/...
positive · AI labelView post →Very lovely indie hidden gem that is a bit tough to categorize as it touches several genres. It's certainly varied. Some might find it looks childish, and it probably hurt its sales, but I found the art style cute and charming with retro cartoon sensibilities. It's not just for kids, and I'd even argue adults would probably like it more. The writing was top-notch and even enlightening on lots of different psychological issues. I honestly think it might be helpful for some people. I loved the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →OK, first up - this is a joy. It's a fabulous entry in the low-stakes platform genre, with not-too-taxing puzzles and a very forgiving structure (but with a decent difficulty curve and the odd surprise.) As with a lot of these games, the graphic style is full-on cartoonish but this is all in support of the overall design which is beautifully executed; don't dismiss it just because it appears childish - in a sense, that's kind of the point. Whilst the core game elements are well-trodden -…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Get to know me (video game edition) 🎮 First game: Doom (I think) Last game: Beasts of Maravilla Island Favourite game: Pikmin Worst game: Skully Game I’ve played the most: Clubhouse Games 51 Worldwide Classics Most surprising: Biomutant Next game: Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan
neutral · AI labelView post →Rainbow Billy, a monster battler meets paper Mario kinda game, is 75% off. It is one of my favorite games of all time. It made me cry, a lot. Get it!
positive · AI labelView post →This game was a lot more than I expected. Very colourful and uplifting, the mini-games were fun, some were quite challenging. Honestly the story was a lot deeper than I expected, and the credits... well. You'll see. All in all, an enjoyable game about a little boy rescuing creatures by restoring the kindness in their hearts. Sounds lame but the individual characters each have good stories for why they are the way that they are, and honestly I could compare a lot of the characters feelings and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →So the game itself is hard to understand at times. I think the colorful ascetic, character designs, and interactions are a blast! What I am not a fan of though is the combat. It really doesn't explain how it works but once you get the hang of it (slightly) you'd be better at it! Another thing is the interaction with the enemies. If you've played persona 5, think knowing how to respond to a certain enemies reaction, or like in undertale, read the enemy. It's hard but it doesn't take away…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I would have actually liked if the game was a little bit shorter. I love the concept. The combat was unique, and the characters all have unique personality quirks they are working through. My only gripes: the camera kept auto-fixing itself, which would be fine if this game did not involve platforming. As one who wanted to befriend all of the creatures (FK you in particular Oowoo), I cannot say I will return back to this game anytime soon. I kept getting billy stuck in places all over the maps,…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The talking portions are nonsensical, the gameplay is repetitive from the second battle onward, and there's no driving factor to keep the interest of someone over the age of 8. Really this is a fine pick for actual children, but anyone else should avoid the title.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I wouldn't say I was tricked into buying this game but it was bundled with another game I recently bought so I picked it up for a few bucks. You just cannot read the dialogue. It's so bad, it's incredibly bad. For me, it was basically sunk cost to go through and get all the achievements. The gameplay is the best part, it's pretty good and engaging as long as you completely ignore the story and just mash B through it. So many odd design decisions, from using music with vocals as background…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is a wonderful and sweet little game. I'm not quite sure how to begin. It's as if Paper Mario was designed to help adults and children alike to better understand and contextualise the negative aspects of themselves and those around them, but it's blatantly obvious that it benefits children directly, since it puts the characters' flaws into as clear a light as possible. With each character you meet and befriend as part of your small army of goofy pals, you explore a personality you either…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Bad keyboard controls suck out all the joy from this game. It doesn't matter how good the art is, when your gameplay is 80% QTEs, you have to make your controls top-notch.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Sometimes a rare gem of a game comes along that is not only entertaining, but also has the power to truly lift spirits. At the heart of this game is a message of walking through the world with kindness, compassion, and empathy, for ourselves and others, and for "learn to accept the true colors in ALL our hearts." The whimsical, colourful style exudes the joy of stepping into one's authenticity---quite literally---as you play as Billy helping to re-colour the world: Billy collects "friends"…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's cute, but it feels like it's soul was sucked out somewhere in development :(
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Wow. Okay. Okay wow. Just beat the main story, found myself at 94% completion due to thorough sidequesting. Pros: > Unique take on a battle system. > Impressively poignant story. > Well-designed cartoon-inspired aestheics and art. > Dozens of interesting and colorful characters to meet and befriend. > You can jump nearly anywhere and onto nearly anything. > You can pet the dog. Cons: > Dialogue options doesn't always let you know what they lead to Billy saying. > Map doesn't show where you…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Okay, just hear me out. I'll say honestly that I probably wouldn't have played this game if it wasn't personally recommended to me. Didn't quite look like my type of game - but I really enjoyed it! If you're on the fence, I get that, but give it a chance and you won't regret it. Value First off, this game is bigger and deeper than it might look. Steam didn't count a bunch of my playtime, I guess because I was in offline mode, but it took me at least 15, maybe 20 hours to play through, with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm really having fun with my time in this game. The message in this game is very heartwarming, and the game's about making friends. Usually we as people will have some sort of emotional barrier, and it's hard to know what someone is going through. That's why the power of using your words could make or break a friendship. Rainbow Billy: the curse of the leviathan goes with that idea and turns it into a battle system in the game which I really like. Each friend that joins your party has their…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →10/10 Bullied Cats recommend this game. ☑️Innocent, Cute & Wholesome. ☑️Story is very enjoyable. ☑️Beautiful and colorful visuals. ☑️Quirky & lovable characters. ☑️Feels like a genuine adventure. ❌More people aren't playing it. Billy and the curse of the Leviathan is a story about the LGBTQIA+ community weaved into a wonderful little game. There is no fighting. There is no hate. There are just characters, story & puzzles on the seafaring adventures with your friends, "Friend-Ship",…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really love RAINBOW BILLY: THE CURSE OF THE LEVIATHAN!!!! [url=https://twitter.com/sculiidrew/status/1445510647479865352?s=20]TWITTER HIGHLIGHTS +Like playing through a Disney cartoon! +Wholesome RPG with a heartwarming message! +Fascinating amount of gameplay mechanics!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Really cute, colorful and wholesome but overstays its welcome a bit. Positives first, the monster designs are pretty solid, the rubber hose style looks great and the "combat" is fun, even tho a bit to easy. I also liked that instead of fighting enemies we befriend them but chipping away at their insecurities. I would however liked a bit more depth here, as it really boiled down to "pick the most positive dialogue option for the best advantage." While I am a big fan of positive afformation I…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →You see, if you’re a huge fan of cutesy wholesome colorful childlike games, then this review isn’t for you, because, let’s face it: 1. You’ll buy this game without looking at the reviews. 2. You’re absolutely f*cking basic and you should be ashamed of yourself. Gaming isn’t an Instagram motivational poster. 3. I’m totally the same and we should totally get married. This review is for those of you who groaned when they looked at this game, but were captivated enough by the trailer (Paper Mario…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I liked the art style and the combat was really unique, but unfortunately it got old fast. After the first hour I felt like it was the same thing over and over, to the point that I was completely skipping the dialogue. And I probably would have just played it out, except I got an achievement for "fighting toxic masculinity". That was enough for me.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Card based fights, light puzzles and exploration. Pretty enjoyable. Get at a discount tho. Post-game stuff to do is mostly grindy backtracking so I gave up on that.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Played almost two hours of F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch on Game Pass, and this game is excellent?! About to be my favourite Metroidvania to be honest! I got the second weapon, which is a massive drill; and the combos are f**kin’ stellar/hyped?! I am excited to play more after Rainbow Billy!
neutral · AI labelView post →Statistically this could very well be the most underrated game on steam. Really good gameplay, really good level design, great story. There is just nothing here that isn't fun (aside from a few sections of tedium), this game deserved far more attention.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy was such an emotional journey that I looked forward to each time I booted it up. I found this game when the devs launched the demo and fell in love instantly. A game where you use kindness to "fight"? Sign this softy up!! I legit showed this to my therapist. I bought a friend a copy. This game made me outright cry at least 3 times.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great gameplay, beautifull art and it's super wholesome. The dialogue are very deep and funny. If you are looking for a fast action pack goory game this may not be for you. I first tough that I may not be targeted audience but I felt compelled to finish the first world during my first playtrough to at least see the first big baddy and I was not disapointed. I don't want to spoil anything so i'll just say that i really enjoyed discovering all the diffrent characters and make them my friends. You…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is so cute it's got me playing until inadvisable times on school nights... like I should go to bed but I gotta fish, I have a family to feed!!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just found out there’s a new Rainbow Billy game but it’s only been released on PC ☹️
negative · AI labelView post →Absolutely loved this game - the art style is very cute and the gameplay loop is satisfying and doesn't overstay its welcome. I cannot recommend enough playing on a controller, either. The character designs were delightful and while the puzzles weren't too complex, they still felt satisfying to complete. The game feels fairly juvenile at first glance, and is easily family-friendly, but is best understood by a teen or an adult. I enjoyed it enough to complete all the achievements. It's also…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The perfect (and cutest) way to learn about mental health issues while still having fun.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I've just finished this. I'm not going to mislead you with gushing promises of what this game ISN'T. It does not present any particular challenge, beyond the occasional fat-fingered screwing up of a minigame. The characters are not going to embed themselves in your memory when you think back among the pantheon. The music is thoroughly unmemorable, to the point that I played much of the game with various podcasts on in the background. But I will tell you what this game IS, which is, among other…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →very excellent paper mario like RPG. helping others deal with their own social problems is quite nice, and the puzzles are challenging enough. Overall it's a very solid game I do recommend
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game made me feel so good and I was smiling throughout most of my experience. The atmosphere, growth, approaching difficult situations, and music were all cohesive.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The main issue that a lot of players may have with this game, is that the first part out of the three, feels very boring and easy, and it might make a lot of people quit the game before even giving a proper try. After talking with a developer on my stream while playing Rainbow Billy, he told that the first world was created before the team won a big money reward form a contest and expand it's team to 30 people that it has now. So after the new developers came in there was no going back to the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a pacifist, pokemon-esque game with visuals inspired by old rubber hose cartoons and/or Cuphead. I would recommend playing with a controller. The game was very fun and easy to play, the game also offers varying difficulty settings to make it easier if need be. I really enjoyed the battle system and the creature collection. For how few levels there are, there are quite a few creatures to befriend. Each of the creatures have two designs, one black and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy is a great experience about empathy, accepting others, and accepting yourself. The game has a lot to love between its beautiful aesthetics, fun minigame-based 'combat', and touching (and funny!) dialogue. If you're a fan of exploration and puzzle-platforming, I recommend trying it out!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy is a masterful indie game that pulls from many genres and weaves it all together with love and care. Pros: - The mini(or micro) games are fun, challenging and dynamic. - The puzzles can be difficult, and you might even get stuck on a few - The score is a masterpiece; every song fitting perfectly with the level designs and themes of the story. - The game can be quite challenging later on; befriended allies' minigames ramp up in difficulty at later levels. - Finding "thoughts"…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Our friends at @wearemanavoid.bsky.social just released the demo for their upcoming game Rainbow Billy : The Book of Fears as part of the @wholesomegames.com celebration and we're sooo proud of them 😍 Go check it out! It's the perfect mix of spook and cute! store.steampowered.com/app/5022860/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Proud to share that we are making another #rainbowbilly Game! This time, we had a lot of fun exploring an older Billy & Friends at Summer Camp 🌈🏕️✨ #indiegame store.steampowered.com/app/4157340/...
neutral · AI labelView post →The 7y/o and I just finished playing Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan. I highly recommend playing it with your kid! The game worked in so many different forms of conflict resolution while Billy worked through complicated relationships with friends, family members and themself. 1/
positive · AI labelView post →I played this with my daughter, she loved the creatures being recolored. It's a great game, the story is beautiful. Each creature is unique and the dark thoughts are hilarious. Honestly, I wish I could play this game again for the first time. Such a joy, so much fun. 100% worth it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan, was for me a fun, wellwritten and heartwarming game. The "battles" are similar in style to the super mario rpgs, with accessibility features. It was enjoyable from start to finish. The game has something for all ages. Ad a great soundtrack as well. My only real gripes with it, were that the camera.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Rainbow Billy was fun, unique, and at times even reflective and motivating. It's also very beautiful to look at. I really enjoyed the light puzzle experiences and the unique battle system. However it does get repetitive so I suggest picking it up on sale.
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