Headbangers: Rhythm Royale

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.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 243 reviews

music11 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a fun and engaging selection of mini-games that are enjoyable to play, especially with friends.
The visuals and music are charming and well-crafted, adding to the overall experience of the game.
The game has a unique concept that combines rhythm and battle royale elements, making it a refreshing take on both genres.

The player base is extremely low, resulting in most matches being filled with bots, which diminishes the competitive experience.
Many of the mini-games focus more on memorization and reaction time rather than actual rhythm, which can be misleading for players expecting a true rhythm game.
The game is considered overpriced for its current state, with many players recommending waiting for a sale or a price drop.

music
38 mentions
29 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and diverse soundtrack, with many players enjoying the variety of genres and the overall composition quality. However, some reviewers note that the gameplay leans more towards memorization and party game mechanics rather than true rhythm challenges, which can detract from the experience for rhythm game enthusiasts. Despite this, the music remains a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music is probably one of the best things about Headbangers.”
- “The soundtrack is awesome.”
- “The minigames are super fun, the pigeons are absolutely adorable, and the music slaps.”
- “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.”
gameplay
16 mentions
44 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of positive and negative experiences. While some players appreciate the solid mechanics, engaging minigames, and polished visuals, others express frustration with issues like data loss, long matchmaking times, and gameplay heavily influenced by bots. Overall, the game offers enjoyable moments but lacks depth and fairness, leading to mixed recommendations.
- “A great selection of minigames and neat gameplay mechanics.”
- “Great visuals and a very solid gameplay loop.”
- “The game is fun, the minigames are balanced around skill with no unnecessary mechanics, and the game pass is free.”
- “Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is frustrating with long wait times for matches and gameplay dominated by bots, leading to a lackluster experience. 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.”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it very funny and enjoyable, both solo and with friends. However, some users expressed disappointment, feeling that the humor did not compensate for gameplay difficulties or boredom. Overall, while the comedic elements are appreciated, opinions on the game's overall enjoyment vary.
- “Very funny game!”
- “This game is great and very funny as well :)”
- “Really funny game, I enjoyed a lot, recommend!”
replayability
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its items and bonus rounds, which are highlighted as key features. However, players feel that introducing more variations to the minigames could further enhance this aspect.
- “It has items, bonus rounds, and way more replayability.”
- “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.”
monetization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the game's monetization strategy needs revision, advocating for a free-to-play model supported by cosmetic sales. They also emphasize the importance of investing in advertising and lowering the game price to attract more players, especially for a multiplayer battle royale format.
- “I believe the game would benefit from a revised monetization strategy, such as making it free-to-play and focusing on cosmetic sales and similar options.”
- “The monetization model is fair and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to engage with monetization, ensuring that players can choose how they want to support it.”
- “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.”
graphics
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their great visuals, which complement a very solid gameplay loop, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Great visuals and a very solid gameplay loop.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that support often requests unusual troubleshooting information, such as the download region of the Steam client, which may indicate potential stability issues that are not being addressed directly.
- “What I've noticed, however, is that support keeps asking users for some very strange troubleshooting details, such as what download region your Steam client is set to.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I've experienced multiple instances of the game freezing, which disrupts the overall experience.”