Loud
- February 23, 2023
- Hyperstrange
- 12h median play time
Get on Steam"LOUD: My Road to Fame is an arcade music rhythm game where a teenage girl embarks on a journey of self-discovery through music. Play with a gamepad and new approachable guitar controls, with 21 tracks produced by the developer's own band. Master songs to unlock outfits, guitars, and rock on with style."
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Reviews
- The game features a fun and engaging soundtrack with a variety of songs that many players find enjoyable.
- The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and provide a satisfying rhythm game experience, especially when using a controller.
- The story, while minimal, adds a charming element to the game, and the overall aesthetics are appealing.
- Some players find the song calibration inconsistent, leading to frustration when trying to hit notes accurately.
- The lack of a practice mode makes it difficult for players to master challenging sections of songs without replaying them in full.
- The story and character development are considered generic and not very engaging, which may detract from the overall experience.
- music85 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising the solid soundtrack that features a mix of rock and indie styles, including enjoyable DLC tracks. While some users noted issues with song calibration and the challenge of certain tracks, the overall consensus is that the music enhances the gameplay experience, making it fun and engaging. However, a few players expressed disappointment with the lack of vocal tracks and the repetitiveness of some songs, suggesting that a practice mode could improve the experience further.
“A fun rhythm game comes with a neat wholesome story featuring a teenage rocker girl following her dreams and finding her inner voice on a heartwarming journey of self-discovery through music.”
“The music is awesome and the controls are simple.”
“Really fun traditional rhythm game with nice music, graphics, and story.”
“The songs are very generic rock songs which makes replaying them very boring.”
“On top of the bland music and unrewarding gameplay, there's also the added annoyance of having to listen to an annoying 'woke' girl shouting random words during each stage and complaining about first world problems in the storyboards in between.”
“I can perhaps understand why some people with less than 30 minutes played complained though, the first two songs - 'sweep it' and 'silly plan' are in my opinion the weakest two.”
- story27 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as minimal and generic, featuring a coming-of-age tale about a teenage rocker girl pursuing her dreams. While some players appreciated the wholesome narrative as a charming interlude between songs, many felt it lacked depth and substance, leaving them wanting more. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, with mixed opinions on its impact on the overall experience.
“A fun rhythm game comes with a neat wholesome story featuring a teenage rocker girl following her dreams and finding her inner voice on a heartwarming journey of self-discovery through music.”
“The story every 3 or 4 songs is a cute coming-of-age tale.”
“Fun game with intuitive controls, a good story, and great music!”
“The story is minimal & generic.”
“The story that accompanies the game is basically nothing, so with the two combined, I wouldn't recommend it.”
“The story isn't much of one, nor is it interesting.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its distinct mechanics and satisfying rhythm, drawing comparisons to the Persona dancing series. Players appreciate the fun and smooth experience, with many enjoying the challenge of mastering songs, although some express frustration with certain elements like the narrative interruptions and minor visual issues. Overall, the gameplay is considered enjoyable and worth the investment, with a desire for future updates to enhance user-generated content.
“I enjoyed this game; the mechanics feel really distinct from other rhythm games.”
“Very smooth gameplay that was incredibly satisfying to master.”
“A satisfying rhythm game with intuitive mechanics.”
“Finally, and this is a minor gameplay issue I should be posting in the forums about, but it did annoy me: the special combo (when the stars turn blue) removes the visual indicator where the next hit marker will show up.”
“The gameplay reminds me a lot of the Persona rhythm games that I've never had the pleasure of playing myself.”
“So this has the same style of gameplay as the Persona dancing series, but having never owned a Sony console, this was my first introduction.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their charming aesthetic, reminiscent of nostalgic childhood games, and are complemented by great music and a fun art style. Players appreciate the visuals as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience of the rhythm gameplay. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, making it a delightful gem for fans of the genre.
“This game's aesthetic reminds me of the girly games I used to play as a kid, and that makes me so happy <3”
“I love the art style and music; it's such a gem and I wish for it to have more DLC, to be honest. I haven't finished it yet, but it's soooo good.”
“Great music, awesome visuals, and challenging but fair gameplay!”
“For the price, I wasn't expecting crazy graphics or anything life-changing.”
“This game's aesthetic reminds me of the girly games I used to play as a kid, and that makes me so happy.”
“Cute graphics, love the songs (I think they sound great without lyrics).”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a heartwarming story about a teenage rocker girl on a journey of self-discovery through music, which adds a wholesome and uplifting element to the fun rhythm gameplay.
“A fun rhythm game comes with a neat, wholesome story featuring a teenage rocker girl following her dreams and finding her inner voice on a heartwarming journey of self-discovery through music.”
“Add a good story to it and you have this wholesome game!”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability on the Steam Deck, with users reporting smooth performance and minimal issues.
“Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it involves replaying easy songs solely to unlock achievements after completing the main content.
“After finishing the game, I had to literally sit through all the easy songs just to get the achievements; it was very tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is highly praised, with excellent performance and support for high refresh rates, allowing for a smooth experience that exceeds the typical 60fps cap often found in indie titles.
“Performance is great, supports high refresh rates (an indie rhythm game not locked to 60fps? Oh my!).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers satisfactory replayability, particularly appealing to rhythm game enthusiasts, indicating it has potential for multiple playthroughs.
“The game has great potential, and the replayability is satisfactory for rhythm game players.”
“Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
“The variety of levels and difficulty settings ensures that every session feels fresh and engaging.”
“The game has potential, but the replayability is only satisfactory for rhythm game players.”
“After completing the game once, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied content makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”
