REDLINE CROOKS

About

"REDLINE CROOKS" is a combat-racer game with roguelite elements, where players choose from 9 unique convicts and race at breakneck speeds, destroying enemies and obstacles with various weapons and upgrades. The game offers over 100 items to customize each run and features fully destructible, randomly generated tracks. The goal is to perform well and avoid getting sent back to jail.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

Redline Crooks offers fast-paced, chaotic gameplay that is both satisfying and addictive, making it perfect for quick gaming sessions.
The game features a variety of unique characters and abilities, allowing for diverse playstyles and strategies, enhancing replayability.
The soundtrack and sound design are engaging, complementing the high-octane action and adding to the overall fun experience.

Some players find the level design repetitive, with a lack of distinct set pieces or obstacles beyond other vehicles.
The game includes a timer mechanic that can be off-putting for those who dislike time constraints in gameplay.
While the character balance is being monitored, some characters are perceived as overpowered compared to others, which may affect competitive play.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Redline Crooks" is characterized by its fast-paced, responsive mechanics that blend chaotic car combat with a clever slamming vehicle concept, making it both engaging and easy to learn. Players appreciate the variety of unique characters, upgrade combinations, and a satisfying gameplay loop that encourages replayability, despite some minor criticisms of the looping and ascension mechanics. Overall, the game is highly recommended for its addictive nature and fun racing experience.
- “The gameplay is responsive and deeply satisfying.”
- “Despite the high-stakes gameplay, the game is both appealing and easy to pick up and play.”
- “Played the demo a lot, extremely replayable and fun gameplay loop, a lot of variety with the items and unique character skills, very satisfying visuals and audio design that just injects dopamine straight into your brain.”
- “It only took me a few hours to get to the point of winning the game once I had the game's mechanics down and enemy attacks memorized.”
- “That being said, it does work well considering the gameplay, which is really just all about driving as fast as possible while causing as many crashes as possible.”
- “Gameplay looks chaotic but is easily controllable and simple to understand with just the right amount of depth.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, groovy, and punchy tunes, described as "bangers" that perfectly complement the game's arcade style. Reviewers express a strong desire for an official soundtrack release, highlighting its addictive quality and how it enhances the overall gameplay experience. The soundtrack is noted for its unique character and humor, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Very interesting and unique arcadey roguelike with a lot of style and variety between the characters, items, enemies, and music.”
- “The musical tunes by fatherp are fantastic and punchy.”
- “Give us an OST to buy, please!”
- “The soundtrack also goes hard, and I will purchase that immediately next Bandcamp Friday if it drops on Bandcamp.”
- “The final note I'd like to mention is my love for the soundtrack; there are quite a few certified bops in here.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their great art style and satisfying visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Users appreciate the unique character designs and the pleasant aesthetic, complemented by an engaging soundtrack that adds to the enjoyment. The combination of these elements contributes to a highly replayable and fun gameplay loop.
- “Played the demo a lot, extremely replayable and fun gameplay loop, a lot of variety with the items and unique character skills, very satisfying visuals and audio design that just injects dopamine straight into your brain.”
- “The character differences are good, the music is great, the art style is very pleasant especially getting to see your character steer in the top left corner, and the replayability is pretty good.”
- “Great art style and soundtrack too!”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing research on various vehicles, particularly the police car, which adds a comedic element to the gameplay. Players find the humor to be a standout feature, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The research on some of the vehicles, like the police car, was so funny.”
- “Awesome funny car game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable due to its engaging gameplay loop, diverse items, and unique character skills. The satisfying visuals and audio design enhance the experience, making it enjoyable to revisit. Overall, the combination of character differences and appealing art style contributes to a strong replay value.
- “Played the demo a lot, extremely replayable and fun gameplay loop, a lot of variety with the items and unique character skills, very satisfying visuals and audio design that just injects dopamine straight into your brain.”
- “The character differences are good, the music is great, the art style is very pleasant especially getting to see your character steer in the top left corner, and the replayability is pretty good.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is considered engaging and purposeful, avoiding excessive cutscenes or irrelevant DLC, which keeps players focused on meaningful gameplay and objectives.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted, providing depth and meaning to every quest.”
- “The plot twists and character development make for an unforgettable experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, with users reporting minimal fan noise, efficient battery usage, and smooth performance without stuttering.
- “Fans don't go crazy, the battery does not drain, and there is no stuttering.”