Random Access Murder

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Random Access Murder is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Team Murder and was released on August 5, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

You're a robot. Shoot other robots with your data-destroying weapons and create a stack of dismantled enemies. Be the last heap standing and DO NOT RUN OUT OF MEMORY!

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24%

Audience ScoreBased on 135 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

gameplay5 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept with interesting mechanics that involve causing glitches in opponents' screens.
The aesthetic and soundtrack are enjoyable, reminiscent of 80s neon and synthwave styles.
It can be fun in short bursts, especially when played with friends in a local setting.

The game is plagued by a lack of content, with only a few maps and no single-player or bot options, making it unplayable without an active player base.
There are numerous bugs, including clipping through walls and seizure-inducing visual effects that can be overwhelming.
The user interface is minimal and confusing, lacking essential features like a scoreboard, control customization, and proper game modes.

gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
76%
15%
The gameplay is centered around a unique mechanic of causing memory leaks in opponents through various weapons, but it suffers from a lack of polish and player engagement, leading to a frustrating experience. Many players find the shooter mechanics generic and untested, with glitchy maps and a lack of content contributing to a mediocre overall experience. Additionally, the absence of multiplayer activity and smooth controls detracts from the potential enjoyment of the game.
- “The weapons have an interesting mechanic in the game and make it fun to try them all out.”
- “Gameplay is frenzied and will encourage you to discover every mechanic by yourself.”
- “But seriously, the game is ironically using glitches as a gameplay mechanic, but at the same time is glitchy as all hell.”
- “Very slow gameplay.”
- “Painfully generic shooter elements, very unpolished UI work, and what seems to be untested shooter mechanics plus crazy, seizure-inducing effects.”
- “Unfortunately, this one is plagued by a lack of players and glitchy maps and mechanics.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
62%
14%
The graphics of the game are polarizing, with some players appreciating the neon, 80s-inspired aesthetic reminiscent of "Tron," while others criticize them as primitive and eye-straining. Many reviews highlight that the visuals can become overwhelming and detract from gameplay, with some describing them as a feature that ultimately fails to compensate for poor mechanics. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, offering a unique style but lacking in execution and clarity.
- “Random access murder art style is something that I love with all my heart and that's the 80's-esque neon colors, almost like it's Tron.”
- “A neon-soaked aesthetically pleasing little multiplayer arena shooter that takes its cues from Tron/Out-Drive made in Unity.”
- “Pros: mostly nice aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are about as primitive as a 1990s game.”
- “The eye-straining visuals and effects can only last so long before my eyes start to hurt.”
- “Graphics are a bit annoying as well, as you are shot at your screen will get less and less readable to the point that you end up running blind.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and a lack of players, which detracts from the overall experience. Many players experience issues such as falling through maps, buggy menus, and repetitive audio, leading to frustration. While the unique mechanic of using glitches as gameplay elements is intriguing, the game's current state is deemed too unstable for enjoyable play.
- “What the actual fuck is this no servers no players and buggy.”
- “Give it TLC and I could see this being a great LAN party style game, or interesting tournament choice... but in its present state of buggy menus and weird glitching... not a good game, guys.”
- “Even the maps are buggy; you can fall out of maps, spawn outside the map, and so on.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The music in the game is widely praised for its enjoyable synth and vaporwave soundtracks, which enhance the overall atmosphere and fit well with the gameplay. While many players appreciate the unique soundtracks for each map and the way the environment syncs with the music, some criticize the repetitiveness and short loops, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall impact. Overall, the music is considered a highlight, despite some players finding it lacking in variety and depth.
- “The music itself is probably the best part of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is also a feel-good vaporwave mix that really helps sell the whole vibe.”
- “I love how on some levels the environment moves along with the beat of the music.”
- “There is no scoreboard, no way to rebind controls, there is an abundance of glitches, you can either play it in full screen or beat it, the music loops over and over and over and over and over and the real kicker: nobody plays it.”
- “The levels are small and uneventful and the music is pretty boring.”
- “Repetitious music that plays on a 10 second loop.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as both novel and amusing, particularly through its quirky damage consequences and the inclusion of humorous advertisements that reflect common issues in free-to-play games. However, some players find that the humor can become frustrating, especially when interruptions occur during intense gameplay moments. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, the enjoyment may be diminished by the lack of multiplayer engagement and disruptive features.
- “This game is quite funny.”
- “The adverts that pop up are an addition to the game that annoy you, but they are hilarious because it is an issue that some free-to-play games have.”
- “The game also has a hilarious feature where it will occasionally tab out of the game, in-game, so that you need to quickly find the game on the taskbar and join in again.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's story aspect is virtually non-existent, with reviewers noting a complete lack of narrative or single-player content, focusing instead on multiplayer gameplay. Players express disappointment over the absence of a story, indicating that the game does not offer a traditional gaming experience with a structured plot.
- “This review will be extremely short as there's not much to really say about the game; also, there's no story, so we go straight to graphics.”
- “It's not something you'd sink hours into with hours of story mode content.”
- “- No writer: no story, only multiplayer.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized for its intrusive and distracting use of pop-up ads triggered by weapon interactions, which detracts from gameplay and creates a chaotic experience. Players report that these ads not only disrupt the interface but also lead to frustrating glitches, making the overall monetization strategy feel more like a nuisance than a clever feature.
- “The other weapons (not that there are a lot of them) glitch out your opponent’s screen with flashy pop-up ads and blue screens.”
- “Randomly as you start to take damage, (or gain RAM for...some reason. Rest assured, that makes no sense either) you'll encounter ads and stuff.”
- “I constantly kept clipping through walls and falling to my death, and the in-game pop-up ads are more annoying than they are a quirky feature.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting that the music complements the overall experience effectively. The thematic elements and sound design create an immersive environment, reminiscent of classic influences like Transformers G1.
- “The music in the game is pretty good and fits the atmosphere well.”
- “The atmosphere is cool, and the music is good.”
- “I like the game’s theme – the sounds and atmosphere are spot on; they make you feel as if you’re playing the intro sequence to Transformers G1.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game is noted for its solid performance, with users reporting that it runs smoothly without significant issues.
- “Performance-wise, the game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized for different hardware configurations.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is considered to have minimal replayability due to its basic design, which limits the incentive for players to revisit it.
- “This game is very basic and has almost no replayability.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be immersive and impactful, as it evokes strong feelings and transports them to new, evocative environments. The experience is described as deeply engaging, enhancing the overall connection to the game's narrative and atmosphere.
- “Touching it teleported me to a new arena, where I saw something moving.”