Headbangers: Rhythm Royale

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 488 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • humor
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Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is a fun and unique take on the battle royal formula, but a lot of the rhythm minigames just feel way too similar.
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"Headbangers: Rhythm Royale" is a rhythm-based online multiplayer game for up to 30 players, where you control pigeons and compete in musical mini-games to become the ultimate "Master Headbanger." With 23 mini-games across 4 rounds, each level introduces new challenges and escalating difficulty. Pre-order the game to receive an exclusive blue sombrero for your pigeon.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

66%
Audience ScoreBased on 488 reviews
music23 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and unique blend of rhythm and mini-games, making it enjoyable for casual play.
  • The visuals and music are well-crafted, contributing to an engaging atmosphere that players appreciate.
  • Playing with friends can enhance the experience, making it a great party game despite the current player count issues.
  • The game suffers from a low player count, resulting in lobbies filled predominantly with bots, which diminishes the competitive aspect.
  • Many mini-games are more focused on memorization rather than rhythm, which can be misleading given the game's title.
  • The price point is considered too high for the current content and player experience, leading many to recommend waiting for a sale.
  • music78 mentions

    The music in "Headbangers: Rhythm Royale" is widely praised for its energetic and diverse soundtrack, which enhances the gameplay experience and is considered one of the game's standout features. However, many players note that the game leans more towards memorization and party game mechanics rather than true rhythm-based challenges, which can detract from its appeal as a music game. Overall, while the music is enjoyable and well-composed, the lack of rhythm-focused gameplay may disappoint some rhythm game enthusiasts.

    • “The soundtrack is awesome.”
    • “The minigames are super fun, the pigeons are absolutely adorable, and the music slaps.”
    • “Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is a fun musical take on the elimination-styled battle royale genre, and brings a host of creative mini-games that feel diverse, and make good use of its premise.”
    • “Not much rhythm: most minigames are more related to music than actual rhythm, like Stereo Gaga or Guilty.”
    • “It is less of a music rhythm game and more about memorization and repeating stuff like Simon.”
    • “There are a few games that incorporate memorization and reward you for replicating the rhythm perfectly as well, but most of the time I played this game I just kept feeling more disappointed how often I was getting games that didn't feel like music games in a rhythm battle royale.”
  • gameplay33 mentions

    The gameplay of Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is a mixed bag, featuring a solid core with enjoyable minigames and polished mechanics, but marred by long matchmaking wait times and a prevalence of bot players. While the game offers a fun and accessible experience, many players feel it lacks depth compared to other titles in the genre, leading to a sense of frustration and a reluctance to revisit it. Overall, it presents a unique blend of rhythm and battle royale elements, but its execution leaves room for improvement.

    • “The game is well-polished and gameplay is enjoyable.”
    • “Great visuals and a very solid gameplay loop.”
    • “Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is an interesting blend of simple rhythm and silly battle royale gameplay that’s both fun yet accessible.”
    • “Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is frustrating with long wait times for matches and gameplay dominated by bots, leading to a lackluster experience. It's a very bad party game.”
    • “An amalgamation of memory, reaction, and various other skills should not be branded as a rhythm game, when rhythm is barely 10% of the gameplay.”
    • “Comparing it to when Fall Guys was the same price, the gameplay of that was much more involved and more worth my time and money than I think this game could ever achieve.”
  • humor17 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and enjoyable, both solo and with friends. However, some users expressed disappointment, feeling that the humor did not compensate for the game's difficulty or boredom, particularly criticizing the repetitive nature of certain elements. Overall, while the humor is a highlight for many, it may not resonate with all players.

    • “Very funny but difficult game.”
    • “This game is great and very funny as well :)”
    • “Really funny game, I enjoyed a lot, recommend!”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability through its items and bonus rounds, which are highlighted as key features that enhance the experience. However, players suggest that introducing more variations to the minigames could further improve this aspect.

    • “It has items and bonus rounds, which greatly enhance the replayability.”
    • “These rounds are what make this game so replayable.”
    • “If you added more variations to each minigame, I think it would drastically improve the replayability.”
    • “These rounds are basically what makes this game so replayable.”
    • “It has items and bonus rounds, and way more replayability.”
  • monetization5 mentions

    Reviewers suggest that the game's monetization strategy needs revision, advocating for a free-to-play model supported by cosmetic sales, especially given the game's reliance on a large player base. While some appreciate the absence of pay-to-win microtransactions and enjoy the gameplay, there is a consensus that better advertising and a lower price point could enhance player engagement.

    • “At this point, the only real solution I can think of is revising their monetization strategy by making the game free and profiting off cosmetic sales and whatnot.”
    • “[Good stuff, plenty of mini games to explore, no pay-to-win microtransactions, great game to play with your livestream community or with your friends, challenging AI pigeons.]”
    • “At this point, the only real solution I can think of is revising their monetization strategy by making the game free and profiting off cosmetic sales and similar options.”
    • “Should've invested more in advertising and publicity with a lower game price if you develop a game where you need to have 30 people at once in your battle royale game.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their great visuals, contributing to an overall solid gameplay experience.

    • “Great visuals and a very solid gameplay loop.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Users have reported that support frequently requests unusual troubleshooting information, such as the download region of their Steam client, indicating potential stability issues that may not be straightforward to diagnose.

    • “What I've noticed, however, is that support keeps asking users for some very strange troubleshooting details, such as what download region their Steam client is set to.”
    • “What I've noticed, however, is that support keeps asking users for some very strange troubleshooting details, such as what download region their Steam client is set to.”
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