Radical Heights

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Radical Heights is a multiplayer survival shooter game. It was developed by Boss Key Productions and was released on April 10, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Welcome to RADICAL HEIGHTS, a free *X-TREME Early Access* BATTLE ROYALE shooter. Partake in high-stakes battle royale gunplay in a sunny SoCal dome as contestants drive-by on BMX bikes or stalk other contestants from the shadows in search for weapons and prizes...but also CASH that you can bank - win or lose! Whether you spend that cash on righteous customization in your personal prize room or pu…

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Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and unique 80s theme that adds a refreshing twist to the battle royale genre.
Despite being in extreme early access, the core gameplay is solid and addictive, with quick matchmaking and enjoyable mechanics.
It's free to play, making it accessible for players to try out without any financial risk.

The game is unfinished and has numerous bugs, which can detract from the overall experience.
The developers have shut down, leaving the game without future updates or support.
Many players feel misled after purchasing the game, as it was released in a very rough state and has since been discontinued.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
41%
18%
The gameplay is a vibrant mix of 80s action movie aesthetics and battle royale mechanics, featuring solid shooting mechanics and a unique cash system that adds depth to the experience. While some mechanics, like the bike handling, can be inconsistent, the overall gameplay loop is addictive and fun, with great map design and balanced weapons. The game shows promise for further development, leveraging its campy theme to introduce innovative features and settings.
- “The core gameplay of spawning in, collecting stuff, killing dudes, and surviving is definitely solid and very addictive.”
- “Very fun game with great map design and well-balanced guns and mechanics.”
- “The game has great outplay mechanics and has taken the best aspects from other video games such as GTA, Fortnite, and H1Z1, and morphed it into a well-balanced game.”
- “The bike mechanic is weird; sometimes it spins out or does random jumps when not hitting anything, but it's still fun to use.”
- “While it's a battle royale title like many others, it brings its own spin to enough of the mechanics to be worth playing.”
- “The core gameplay of spawning in, collecting stuff, killing enemies, and surviving is definitely solid and very addictive.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
Overall, players acknowledge that while the game is still in early access and requires further optimization, it performs surprisingly well across a range of hardware configurations without significant lag or performance issues. Many reviewers emphasize that criticism regarding optimization is misplaced given the game's pre-alpha status, suggesting that such concerns are typical for early access titles.
- “It really is in early access, but you still don't get any lag or performance issues.”
- “Optimization still needs to be done, but playing with friends with rigs that range from brand new 1080 Ti to cards/CPUs that are 2-3 generations behind, everyone was able to play without issue.”
- “To base your review of the game on performance and optimization is illogical for an early access game, and appropriate on the release of this game.”
- “Watch out for bad reviews that talk about the optimization and graphics, the game is in early access so this is to be expected.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's graphics have improved significantly with each update, showcasing a beautiful art style and impressive new interiors. While some players appreciate the aesthetic and coloration, they note that optimization could be better, especially since the game is still in early access. Overall, the visuals are appealing, but there is room for enhancement.
- “With each update, the game gets more and more beautiful. I love the art style, and the new interiors are awesome!”
- “The aesthetic is nice (even though it is a little rough), and the gameplay is fun.”
- “At first, I wasn't too eager to try based on the graphics, but once I played my first game, there was something about this game that draws me back again and again.”
- “Watch out for bad reviews that talk about the optimization and graphics; the game is in early access, so this is to be expected.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game, currently in early access, experiences notable stability issues, including frame rate drops, bugs, glitches, and instances of hacking.
- “Being in early access, it has its fair share of frame rate issues, bugs, glitches, and disruptive hacking.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that completely broke my experience, which is frustrating.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, complementing the fun gunplay and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate how well the music integrates with the game's fresh controls.
- “The music is really well done, adding a fun layer to the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the action, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The game's music is fresh and engaging, making every moment enjoyable.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by players who find it amusing that many negative reviews focus on its current state, suggesting a level of irony and self-awareness that adds to the overall comedic experience.
- “I find it absolutely hilarious that the majority of these bad reviews are complaining about the game's current state.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
- “The humor is so cleverly woven into the gameplay that it makes even the toughest challenges enjoyable.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The monetization system is generally well-received, primarily featuring non-intrusive cosmetic microtransactions that do not impact gameplay.
- “The monetization system is also not too offensive, just offering cosmetic microtransactions.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express high potential for replayability in this early access game, noting its fast-paced and enjoyable gameplay compared to established titles like Fortnite, H1Z1, and PUBG. Many are excited about future updates and improvements, suggesting that the game will continue to evolve and offer fresh experiences.
- “The game is in extreme early access, and it already feels more fast-paced, more fun, and more playable than Fortnite, H1Z1, and PUBG. Imagine how it will evolve in the future! Just saying, get it and grind, good bro!”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its engaging 80's atmosphere, complemented by enjoyable sound design and solid gameplay, making it a standout in the battle royale genre.
- “Very good battle royale game, with a fun 80's atmosphere, sound/audio, and great gameplay.”