RADical ROACH Remastered
- May 16, 2014
- DL Softworks
Get on SteamRADical ROACH is a fast paced shoot em’ up, set minutes after nuclear hell falls from the sky engulfing all but a few tough little bugs.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great art style and beautiful graphics.
- Offers a nice soundtrack and funny story.
- Provides difficulty options catering to different skill levels.
- Gameplay can be frustratingly difficult, even on lower settings.
- Controls are choppy and not very smooth, making gameplay less enjoyable.
- Repetitive stage design and unskippable cutscenes detract from the experience.
- graphics12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are frequently praised for their beautiful and neat art style, featuring cool, cartoony creatures that enhance the overall aesthetic. While some players noted that the visuals are impressive, they also mentioned challenges in gameplay clarity, such as difficulty in determining damage to enemies. Overall, the art style is a standout feature, with many reviewers expressing a desire for more hand-drawn games from the developers.
“Really beautiful art style, but still kinda hard even on kid mode. It's hard to tell if you're damaging some enemies and bosses, but for how cheap this game is, it's great. The devs should make more hand-drawn games like this.”
“Pros: nice storyline (even though an extinct mankind is still throwing nuclear bombs every six seconds), good graphics.”
“So I gave it a go as it's a good game concept with a lovable art style.”
“The art style was neat and the cartoony creatures looked cool, but otherwise this game doesn't seem to have much going for it.”
“Even a R7 260X graphics card doesn't stand a chance against its supreme power.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is generally praised as "nice" and "kick ass," enhancing the overall experience, especially in the challenging gameplay. However, the looping nature of the level music can become repetitive and annoying, particularly since players cannot turn it off, which may contribute to a sense of nervousness during play.
“The soundtrack is really nice.”
“The level soundtrack loops from the beginning when you die.”
“This is a freaking hard game. I got it for free for whatever reason. It's a side-scrolling, third-person roach shooting simulator with a kick-ass soundtrack, but it can get annoying after a while. Also, you can't turn it off!”
“The soundtrack gets me nervous.”
- story6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is perceived as mediocre and repetitive, with some players finding it amusing despite its absurd premise of an extinct humanity launching nuclear bombs. While the graphics are praised, the overall narrative fails to leave a strong impression.
“Pros: nice storyline (even though an extinct mankind is still throwing nuclear bombs every six seconds), good graphics.”
“+ funny story”
“There's a storyline (I think), but it's meh and the stage design seems repetitive.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with multiple users rating it as terrible and giving it a score of 0/10. However, some acknowledge that it may not appeal to all players, suggesting a divisive experience.
“Terrible gameplay, 0/10”
“But the gameplay is not for everyone!”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its engaging and amusing storyline, which consistently delivers laughs throughout the experience. Players appreciate the clever writing and comedic elements that enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates funny storylines and quirky characters that add to the overall enjoyment.”
“The jokes are well-timed and the comedic moments are perfectly executed, making for a truly entertaining experience.”
