Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind
- December 10, 2024
- Digital Eclipse
- 5h median play time
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Get on PS Store"Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind" is a game that sends players back in time to relive the originals' story. Here, they'll face Robo Rita, an evil robotic reincarnation of their long-time nemesis, Rita Repulsa. Working together, the two Ritas plan to alter the past and destroy the Power Rangers once and for all. The game boasts a 90's look and feel with hand-drawn pixel art and features fan-favorite enemies from various seasons of the hit TV show.
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Reviews
- The game features nostalgic visuals and music that appeal to long-time fans of the Power Rangers franchise.
- The variety of game modes, including Zord and Megazord battles, adds some unique gameplay elements.
- The game includes numerous references and Easter eggs from the original series, enhancing the nostalgic experience.
- The combat feels sluggish and unresponsive, with all Rangers having nearly identical movesets, leading to a lack of variety.
- The Zord and Megazord sections are poorly designed, often resulting in frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game is short, with many players completing it in under three hours, making the price point feel unjustified.
- gameplay113 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind" has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its nostalgic beat-em-up mechanics and multiplayer fun, while others criticize its sluggishness, lack of depth, and technical issues. Although some updates have improved the experience, many feel the game falls short compared to modern titles like "Shredder's Revenge," citing repetitive combat, limited character abilities, and frustrating mechanics as significant drawbacks. Overall, while the game offers a charming throwback to retro arcade styles, it struggles to deliver a satisfying and engaging gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is easy to pick up, with combos and power-ups keeping combat engaging, while the addition of arcade-style shooting and driving sequences adds exciting diversity to the action.”
“Its combination of satisfying brawler gameplay, nostalgic visuals, and a time-twisting storyline makes for an engaging and action-packed experience.”
“The beat 'em up gameplay is solid.”
“The gameplay felt sluggish and uninspired; the movement is slow, and the combat is disappointingly limited, with all rangers sharing an identical moveset and only a single super ability each.”
“Unfortunately, the core gameplay is not up to snuff.”
“Once the nostalgia dies down, and there's plenty of nostalgic love put into it, the gameplay is really lacking.”
- music85 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and nostalgic soundtrack, which effectively complements the gameplay and visuals. Many players appreciate the blend of original compositions and iconic themes from the Power Rangers series, noting that the music enhances the overall experience. However, some users have expressed frustration over limited sound options, particularly the inability to adjust sound effects relative to the music volume.
“Gorgeous art, outstanding music, and surprisingly varied; I love this.”
“The game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, with a mostly original soundtrack that includes some thoughtful nods to the series, along with the iconic theme song featured during key moments.”
“The soundtrack hits all the right notes, blending iconic Power Rangers themes with energetic new tracks that amplify the intensity of the action.”
“This game lacks the basic stuff like sound options; yes, you can't turn down the SFX or general sound, only the music, and I wanted to turn the music up, not down, because you can barely hear it.”
“Unfortunately, the music is about all I'll remember about this game.”
“Again, so much potential; the visuals and music are there, a lot of heart has been put into this game, but it needs more time in the oven.”
- graphics60 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the nostalgic yet modern pixel art style that captures the essence of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series. While some players appreciate the vibrant visuals and charming animations, others feel that certain segments, particularly the beat 'em up portions, fall short compared to classic titles, leading to disappointment in the overall presentation. Despite these criticisms, the game's aesthetics and sound design are frequently highlighted as standout features, contributing to a visually appealing experience.
“The hand-drawn pixel art is a love letter to ‘90s gaming, perfectly capturing the aesthetic of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series.”
“The retro-inspired visuals strike the perfect balance between authenticity and modern polish.”
“Excellent presentation: soundtrack, visuals, animations, both the straight 2D stuff and the super scaler sections all look amazing.”
“In the end, there was so much they could have done. Even the look of the rangers looks better for the Super NES than this one. The sprites in this game are rushed while the Super NES ones were cool looking. All in all, I was hoping for a game that was going to show mad love to the Power Rangers, but instead got a rushed job. It's a shame for a game like this to be rushed; this should have been the best Power Ranger beat-em-up, but sadly no. For the first time ever, I ask for a refund. Sorry devs, but I'm a huge fan and you need to do better. Even the music was not great and the theme... what the heck? Even the artwork was kind of bad too, and I'm an animator.”
“The bad: graphically (beat'em up segments) I think it's a giant step down compared to the real 16-bit Mighty Morphin Power Rangers on SNES, and gameplay-wise it's a nerfed Shredder's Revenge with worse movement. Every character is basically featureless.”
“Visuals are okay, but everything else seems like it was developed with the bare minimum.”
- story47 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind" is a nostalgic and humorous take on the classic series, featuring a time-warping adventure that revisits the origins of the Power Rangers. While some players appreciate the fun and absurdity of the narrative, many criticize its lack of depth, linearity, and pacing issues, feeling that it could benefit from additional content and character involvement. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable for fans but not particularly groundbreaking or substantial.
“I love the cool new story tie-in to the recent 'Once a Ranger' anniversary and the hilarious way the game pokes fun at the absurdity of Power Ranger villains.”
“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind takes fans on a time-warping adventure, combining classic brawler gameplay with a storyline that rewrites the beloved series’ origins.”
“Its combination of satisfying brawler gameplay, nostalgic visuals, and a time-twisting storyline makes for an engaging and action-packed experience.”
“There is also no unlockables, no special skins, no in-depth story, levels play out one way, and will never deviate.”
“The story is nothing worth writing about, but most of us that buy these games are not doing so because of its Shakespearean qualities.”
“The story is ok, the climax is terrible and out of place; they should have made you play as the Green Ranger for longer, not just on the final mission. Give us some parts where he is one of the heroes, not defeat him and go to the moon out of nowhere—that's the final stage, made no sense at all.”
- replayability11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed among users. While some appreciate the potential for future updates and additional content, many feel that the current offerings lack depth and variety, particularly in co-op play and character integration. Achievements and online features are highlighted as necessary improvements to enhance replay value.
“Update: 1/6/2025 - I can safely confirm that the game has been patched twice and it is much more playable and enjoyable :) Here's to hopefully future DLC/a sequel to unlock its full potential and give the rangers the game library they deserve.”
“Lastly, I can understand why people could be upset at the price of the game for the content given in this day and age, but for me, I find the game highly replayable so I’ll be getting my money out of it.”
“Ddgaiden is an incredible example of how the 360° differences between characters make a game good, replayable, and fun.”
“The replayability factor is pretty zilch for me.”
“No strong replayability.”
“The price compared to what you get out of the game just doesn't add up, and although I enjoyed it, I wouldn't recommend the game if you are skeptical about the game being replayable.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying its clever nods to Power Ranger lore and the absurdity of its villains. Many found the comedic elements enhanced their multiplayer experience, leading to shared laughter during gameplay. However, some noted that while the game is funny, certain stages, like the megazord and vehicle segments, suffer from slow controls, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
“I love the cool new story tie-in to the recent 'Once a Ranger' anniversary and the hilarious way the game pokes fun at the absurdity of Power Ranger villains.”
“Having the go -> arrow read 'go go' made me laugh out loud.”
“But me and a couple of buds sitting on Discord laughing and having a great time with it has been a blast.”
- monetization6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players expressing disappointment over the lack of genuine effort and passion from the developers. Despite this, some players acknowledge the struggle of supporting more heartfelt projects in a market dominated by mobile games and microtransactions. Overall, the sentiment leans heavily towards dissatisfaction with the game's monetization strategy.
“The game feels like a cash grab.”
“They definitely dropped the ball in this cash grab.”
“I love Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, but this was a cash grab made by people who are not fans of games or Power Rangers.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent freezes, network errors, and a lack of a reliable save feature, leading to significant loss of progress. Many users recommend waiting for a more polished version on platforms like the Switch, as the current experience is marred by persistent bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay.
“All of my listed playtime has been exclusively troubleshooting.”
“We play remote play and every 30 seconds the game freezes and you can't do anything.”
“However, at this time with the only time I've put in, its save feature is non-existent and/or buggy, and my brother and I lost almost 2 hours worth of progress and had to start over after network errors crashed our game.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful progress and the necessity of specific strategies to defeat enemies. The game's short length and the absence of significant rewards or leveling up contribute to a sense of monotony, making the overall experience feel unnecessarily drawn out.
“What truly marred the experience was realizing that our game progress hadn’t been saved after slogging through 4-5 stages, made all the more tedious by the aforementioned gameplay issues.”
“The game is short and repetitive, with no real grinding required; nothing to level up, nothing new earned (outside of the unlockable character).”
“It's very long and tedious, especially if you're not experienced with cabal-like shooters.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Initial performance issues plagued the game at launch, but recent updates have enhanced speed and overall performance. However, players still report micro-stuttering during online play and criticize the sluggish gameplay, which detracts from the experience of a side-scrolling beat 'em up.
“On initial release, the game was very slow, but the latest update has improved the game's speed and performance.”
“Playing online has a micro-stuttering problem.”
“All the characters are identical, gameplay is impossibly slow and sluggish for a side-scrolling beat 'em up; somehow, against all odds, the performance is abysmal.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight a significant emotional disconnect in the game, with one user expressing frustration over gameplay mechanics that detract from the experience. Conversely, there is a suggestion that potential DLC could enhance the emotional depth and overall enjoyment, making the game more fulfilling.
