On A Roll 3D
- February 11, 2015
- Battenberg Software
Get on Steam"On A Roll 3D" is a 3D platformer game with 24 levels across six themes, featuring numerous enemies to battle and hazards to avoid. Players must navigate through levels with puzzles that involve realistic physics and logical reasoning. The game combines 2D and 3D elements as platforms cross in front of each other, offering a unique twist on the classic platformer genre. With end-of-level bosses and hidden bonuses, it provides an immersive and challenging experience for players.
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Reviews
- The controls are tight and responsive, making for a satisfying gameplay experience.
- The level design is creative and varied, with each world offering a different look and theme.
- It's a fun and engaging platformer that serves as a great introduction to the genre, especially for kids.
- The graphics are outdated and lack polish, which may deter some players.
- The game can become repetitive, with some levels featuring similar puzzles and challenges.
- Achieving perfect runs can be frustratingly difficult, especially in the later levels.
- graphics48 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as basic and reminiscent of older PC titles, with some reviewers noting a charming simplicity despite their lack of polish. While some players appreciate the bright and colorful art style, others criticize the flat textures and poor design choices, such as the use of Comic Sans in the UI. Overall, the visuals may not appeal to everyone, but they are often overshadowed by the enjoyable gameplay and catchy soundtrack.
“Beautiful graphics and fun rolling ball game.”
“Which is another thing, this game, despite its simplistic graphics, is bright and colorful and makes the game pop (which is always a plus in my book as most games these days have a dull color palette).”
“Post-update: the new update for the game basically improves everything from a more refined interface to a major overhaul to the game's visuals, including better water, shadows, and other enhancements.”
“Bad points: anachronistic graphics, no story, excessively obvious hints and warning signals, a few bugs on collision detection, poor AI, and a bit repetitive.”
“[*] Poor graphic design with flat textures, flashy tasteless colors, and even the use of Comic Sans in the UI -omfg-”
“Graphically, the game looks like an older PC game from back in the day.”
- music22 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and upbeat nature, particularly noting the distinct theme songs for each of the six worlds. However, some players find the overall soundtrack to be somewhat bland and repetitive, with only a few memorable tracks. Despite these criticisms, the soundtrack is generally considered one of the game's stronger aspects, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“Controls are perfect, gameplay is fun, and the soundtrack is surprisingly catchy and good!”
“The soundtrack is super catchy and upbeat, drawing you closer to the game.”
“Graphics are okay, an awesome soundtrack, perfect controls, and very good gameplay.”
“The soundtrack is pretty bland, with only a handful of memorable tracks (mainly the title screen music).”
“The soundtrack is pretty bland, with only a handful of memorable tracks (mainly the title screen music).”
“The soundtrack is pretty bland, with only a handful of memorable tracks (mainly the title screen music).”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and satisfaction, featuring perfect controls and solid level design across six distinct worlds, each with unique mechanics and catchy soundtracks. While the graphics and sound may not be top-tier, they are polished and charming, and the overall experience is enjoyable without the frustration often found in more complex platformers. The game successfully balances casual play with engaging mechanics, making it a well-executed platforming title.
“This is a really simple but well done platforming game - it's on the short side but each of the 6 worlds has a very different look and theme song which makes them nicely differentiated. In general, the game looks good and the few mechanics are used really well, so the play is impressively satisfying for such a casual game.”
“Controls are perfect, gameplay is fun, and the soundtrack is surprisingly catchy and good!”
“Each world has various different mechanics added to it to make the game feel fresh on every new world, and the level design is really solid.”
“Most of Steam's platforming games feature an innovative feature or gimmick which is very novel but complicates gameplay.”
“I shouldn't have to praise a game for being functional, but sometimes indie titles are a little spotty with control schemes and gameplay.”
“Gameplay is a bit slower than a Sonic game, and level design doesn't get that complex, but also generally doesn't feel frustrating, which is a plus.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for lacking any narrative depth, with reviewers noting that it has no story and the main character is devoid of personality. Additionally, the overall experience is described as repetitive and uninspired, drawing unfavorable comparisons to other titles like Sonic without the engaging plot elements.
“There's no story whatsoever, and the ball has no personality.”
“Bad points: anachronistic graphics, no story, excessively obvious hints and warning signals, a few bugs on collision detection, poor AI, and a bit repetitive.”
“If you replaced the ball with a blue hedgehog and the bad guys with robots, and took away the entire plot of Sonic, you would have On a Roll 3D.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as simple and fast-paced, with players finding the achievements amusing and unexpected. The game's modesty is highlighted, particularly in its ending, which adds to its comedic appeal. Overall, it delivers a lighthearted and entertaining experience reminiscent of classic Sonic games.
“The achievements are funny and unwarranted.”
“No, it accepts his modesty (pay attention to the ending), and is very funny.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for poor optimization, particularly due to its use of a low-quality 3D engine, leading to unjustified frame rate drops on high-end PCs. However, some users report that it does not experience any significant performance issues overall.
“Doesn't seem to suffer any major performance issues either.”
“Not optimized (cheap 3D engine): unjustified framerate drops on my high-end PC.”
“Not optimized (cheap 3D engine): unjustified framerate drops on my high-end PC.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have noted that some achievements in the game require excessive grinding, which can detract from the overall experience.
“Two of its achievements are grindy, though unfortunately.”
