Redneck Rampage

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Redneck Rampage is a classic first-person shooter game set in the rural South. The player controls a hillbilly character who must fight off invading aliens using an array of unconventional weapons, from a shovel to a cow launcher. With its humorous tone and over-the-top violence, Redneck Rampage provides a rowdy and entertaining experience.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews

music14 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features a hilarious redneck-themed soundtrack that adds to the overall fun and atmosphere.
It offers a unique blend of humor and gameplay, making it a nostalgic experience for fans of classic FPS games.
The game includes a variety of quirky weapons and engaging level designs that provide a sense of exploration and discovery.

The controls are clunky and difficult to manage, making gameplay frustrating at times.
The Steam version lacks the original soundtrack and has numerous technical issues, including poor performance and screen flickering.
Level design can be confusing, with keys and objectives that are hard to find, leading to tedious backtracking.

music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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7%
The game's soundtrack, featuring artists like Mojo Nixon, is widely praised for its humor and fitting redneck theme, but many players find the music excessively loud and difficult to adjust without affecting other sound settings. While the soundtrack is considered a highlight, some versions of the game, particularly on Steam, lack the music entirely, leading to frustration among fans who recommend purchasing the GOG version for the complete experience. Overall, the music is seen as a strong point, albeit with significant issues regarding volume control and availability.
- “The soundtrack is hilarious.”
- “And the soundtrack is actually incredible, so much so that I'm looking into finding whatever bands made the songs.”
- “It relies heavily on its symbolism, artwork, and an impeccable soundtrack.”
- “The music is loud!”
- “Music too loud, drowns out other sounds and talk.”
- “Unfortunately, you can't adjust the volume of the music in these games and thus need to turn the other sound effects up as you will need the other sound effects to hear enemies and your friend and other clues.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
94%
19%
The humor in the game is characterized by its crude, hillbilly-themed jokes, featuring elements like farting, belching, and a satirical take on redneck culture, which many players find hilarious. While the comedic style may be hit or miss for some, those who appreciate its absurdity often describe it as "hilariously terrible" and recommend it for its entertaining dialogue and funny soundtrack. However, some players note that the humor can become repetitive and less effective as the game progresses.
- “Yes, it had crude graphics (even for the time), but it compensated with laugh-out-loud hillbilly humor, farting, belching, getting drunk, eating pork rinds, finding secret rooms, as much as unleashing carnage!”
- “Positives: it's actually hilarious with how they rip redneck culture apart.”
- “It's terrible, but hilariously terrible.”
- “The humor in the game quickly becomes dull and annoying; it's alright in the first couple of missions, but after that, it loses its charm.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced, making it hard to enjoy the comedic elements.”
- “What starts as a clever quip turns into repetitive gags that fail to land as the game progresses.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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23%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant and detailed artwork, particularly in the build engine graphics, while others criticize them as crude and outdated, leading to issues like flickering and nausea. Despite the visual shortcomings, the game's unique atmosphere and humor are highlighted as compensatory elements. Overall, while the graphics may not meet modern standards, they contribute to a distinctive experience that some players find enjoyable.
- “In 1997, it was a fantastic game with very beautiful and sharp graphics that you could set up to 1600x1200 and more.”
- “It's worth exploring for the amazingly gorgeous build engine graphics here, especially considering the environmental design in this game was worked on by the same person who worked on Half-Life.”
- “Redneck Rampage boasts the most amazing artwork, littered with ever-changing vibrant colors utilized in varying alien shooting while weaving the undertones of sorrow, alcoholism, and depression throughout the game, making for an extremely unique and atmospheric experience.”
- “The old graphics may cause some nausea though.”
- “It's graphics are repetitive, totally obsolete, enemies too.”
- “Graphics flickering so much it will give you a headache.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it engaging and well-executed, particularly praising the unique concept and risk-reward mechanics. However, others criticize the level design, enemy interactions, and glitches, describing the experience as a chore at times. Overall, while there are redeemable qualities, the gameplay may not be enough to sustain long-term interest.
- “This is a risk and reward system, and one of the better implemented mechanics in this game.”
- “The gameplay is engaging, the level design is well-executed, and the unique concept of combating extraterrestrial rednecks continues to delight players.”
- “Despite such a substantial focus being on the artwork, the gameplay was not forgotten and it adds beautifully to the context of the game.”
- “The game is playable and there are redeemable qualities, but the level design, gameplay, enemies, and weapons make it a chore to play.”
- “Yes, I know the gameplay kind of sucks.”
- “Gameplay similar to living in Holbrook, Arizona, in real life.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Redneck Rampage is praised for its vibrant artwork and unique atmosphere, effectively blending themes of sorrow, alcoholism, and depression without relying on dialogue. The game's old-school 3D action and exceptional difficulty contribute to its distinct ambiance, although some players feel that the challenging gameplay can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Redneck Rampage boasts the most amazing artwork, littered with ever-changing vibrant colors utilized in varying alien shooting while weaving the undertones of sorrow, alcoholism, and depression throughout the game, making for an extremely unique and atmospheric experience.”
- “Redneck Rampage is the perfect example of an atmospheric and story-rich game that doesn't rely on words.”
- “Redneck Rampage is an old-school 3D action Doom-like game with original atmosphere, places, and exceptional difficulty.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The story in "Redneck Rampage" is praised for its atmospheric richness and engaging design, effectively conveying narrative without heavy reliance on dialogue. However, some players find that the humor and novelty wear off over time, leading to a less enjoyable experience as the game progresses.
- “Redneck Rampage is the perfect example of an atmospheric and story-rich game that doesn't rely on words.”
- “I cannot recommend this game enough to those who are interested in story-rich games with an appreciation for stunning design.”
- “It takes every rumor and one person someone may have known or some story and builds a world filled with all of them at once. Add in alien abduction of a pig (think Nicolas Cage's character in that movie that came out recently) and this game is that.”
- “The story feels like a jumbled collection of random ideas, lacking coherence and depth.”
- “It seems like the developers threw together every rumor and anecdote they could find, resulting in a chaotic narrative.”
- “The plot is so absurd that it feels more like a parody than a serious attempt at storytelling.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from numerous glitches and unstable gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience. While it may provide some brief entertainment, the instability is a significant drawback that prevents long-term enjoyment.
- “There are tons of glitches.”
- “If you can get past the herky-jerky gameplay and glitches, it's fun for a quick laugh, but there's not enough good content to keep me coming back.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The Steam version of the game lacks proper optimization and configuration for DOSBox, leading to performance issues that require players to seek external guidance for acceptable gameplay. Despite its status as a landmark title for fans of the Build engine, the release falls short in terms of technical execution.
- “The original game is a landmark and a must-play for gamers interested in the Build engine, but the Steam version was released without proper optimization and configuration of DOSBox. I had to gather information from other Steam users to achieve acceptable performance.”
- “The original game is a landmark and a must-play for gamers interested in the Build engine, but the Steam version was released without proper optimization and configuration of DOSBox. I had to gather information from other Steam users to achieve 'acceptable' performance.”