Road Redemption

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"Road Redemption is a thrilling action racing game where you lead your motorcycle gang on a dangerous journey across the country, completing challenges and upgrading your character, bike, and weapons. With a brutal combat system and a focus on high-speed driving, each death offers the opportunity to upgrade, leading to a sense of progression even in failure. The multiplayer mode allows for cooperative or competitive play with friends."

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,133 reviews

gameplay248 positive mentions

stability86 negative mentions

Captures the nostalgic feel of the classic Road Rash series while introducing modern gameplay mechanics.
Fast-paced and chaotic gameplay with a variety of weapons and combat options, making it fun and engaging.
Supports local multiplayer with up to 4 players, enhancing the overall experience and enjoyment.

Repetitive gameplay with limited track variety and objectives, leading to a grindy experience.
Lack of a proper save system; dying results in losing all progress and starting over from the beginning.
Inconsistent controls and physics, making it frustrating at times, especially during tight turns and combat.

gameplay
648 mentions
38 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Road Redemption" is a mix of fast-paced motorcycle racing and chaotic combat, reminiscent of the classic "Road Rash" series, but with modern enhancements like rogue-lite mechanics and a variety of weapons. While many players find the core mechanics enjoyable and addictive, some criticize the repetitiveness, grindy progression, and occasional clunky controls that can detract from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, the game offers a nostalgic yet fresh take on arcade-style gameplay, appealing to both fans of the original series and newcomers alike.
- “Insane speed, hilarious dialogue and crashes (FlatOut meets Burnout), interesting subplot, amazing metal soundtrack, cool progression/risk vs reward gameplay.”
- “The core gameplay is a slick, well-balanced action experience that finds a great balance between challenge and simplicity.”
- “The gameplay is a lot of fun and definitely has a lot of 'Road Rash' flavor, and being a big fan of that game in my childhood, I'm excited to see that winning formula return in Road Redemption.”
- “There is very little explanation of the game's mechanics.”
- “The gameplay itself is very repetitive and gets boring very easily.”
- “The race mechanics are completely different from the old games this is based on, and not in a good way - 'hand brake' turns try to make up for sloppy core controls, lots of random unavoidable crashes, no oncoming traffic to strategize around.”
graphics
438 mentions
34 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are generally below average, often described as low-poly and reminiscent of older consoles like the N64 or PS2. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel and find the visuals acceptable for gameplay, others criticize them for being outdated and lacking detail. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose but leave room for improvement, especially in terms of optimization and visual fidelity.
- “With its fast-paced action, stunning visuals, and captivating maps, this game offers an exhilarating ride for players craving high-octane excitement.”
- “The graphics are very well done and convey a sense of anarchy and destruction.”
- “The graphics look great, and the aesthetic is fun.”
- “The graphics are below average with very low poly models and low-res textures.”
- “For a 2017 game, the graphics are very sub-par, especially in the level designs.”
- “The graphics are so bad it really lets this game down.”
story
427 mentions
12 % positive mentions
79 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The story in "Road Redemption" is largely considered minimal and underdeveloped, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. Players encounter a basic narrative involving motorcycle gangs and assassination missions, but many reviews highlight that the plot feels like an afterthought, lacking depth and emotional engagement. While the game offers a variety of mission types and a rogue-lite structure, the consensus is that the storyline does not significantly enhance the overall experience, with many players expressing indifference towards it.
- “The story is about beating rival motorbike gangs and killing a mysterious killer who kills bikers on the road.”
- “Set in post-apocalyptic Australia, the game is obviously a massive love letter to Mad Max. The story isn't anything deep or thought-provoking, merely a window dressing to give you an excuse to shoot people on motorbikes, but that's all that is really needed.”
- “Delicious high-speed violence, crazy stunt riding, physics-defying crashes, and a thoroughly simple story for a rogue-lite adventure in a post-apocalyptic Australian backdrop, all reminiscent of Mad Max, with quintessentially Aussie characterizations and a dialogue that got me laughing in-game.”
- “The story is a little bare bones, being conveyed largely through in-game dialogue, and it'd be nice to have a little more information about the characters you play as and what motivates them.”
- “The story is thin and feels like an afterthought, included just to give a semblance of structure to what is otherwise a chaotic set of missions.”
- “The campaign mode seems to be borderline nonexistent and rather is just back-to-back races jammed together under an extremely thin guise of a 'story'.”
music
368 mentions
41 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic heavy metal and rock soundtrack that complements the fast-paced gameplay and chaotic atmosphere. However, some players find the music repetitive or generic, suggesting that it lacks the iconic quality of soundtracks from classic games like Road Rash. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience for many, others recommend muting it in favor of personal playlists.
- “The soundtrack for the game absolutely slaps.”
- “The music is great, the shooting feels good, the graphics aren't that bad.”
- “The music is fantastic and gets you pumped for kicking ass on the streets, and the sound effects have been improved and are even better now.”
- “The overwhelmingly bad soundtrack makes me never want to play this again.”
- “The music is lackluster and the audio feels very choppy and unconnected.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty terrible in my opinion.”
humor
140 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its chaotic and absurd nature, with players enjoying the hilarious dialogue, over-the-top crashes, and slapstick moments that arise during gameplay. Many reviews highlight the comedic value of the ragdoll physics and the absurdity of the combat, making it a fun experience, especially in multiplayer settings. While some players feel the humor could be more refined compared to classic titles like Road Rash, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a consistently entertaining and funny experience.
- “Had hours of fun laughing as we launched ourselves across the map on the black bike.”
- “The combat has a satisfying solid feel to it and definitely leads to some hilarious moments.”
- “This game is fucking amazing, I never laughed so hard at some of the funny stuff that goes on in it. I recommend this game to anyone who is having a bad day; this game will make your moody day a bright one!”
replayability
125 mentions
47 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is generally regarded as high, bolstered by features such as character and bike customization, rogue-like mechanics, and random level generation. While some players find the repetitive nature of levels and certain gameplay elements diminish long-term engagement, many appreciate the variety of unlockable content and multiplayer options that enhance replay value. Overall, the combination of challenges, skill trees, and new game modes contributes to a fun and addictive experience that encourages repeated play.
- “Road Redemption is, by design and nature, replayable indeed, with the challenges randomizing before every run, and if you really want to go mad, the new game + mode offers utterly randomized everything as opposed to linear progression, which can make for quite the rollercoaster ride in terms of difficulty; one early challenge might send you against endgame enemies, only for the next to hurl you back into the early game's enemies.”
- “The roguelite elements' skill tree adds so much replayability for me and the randomization does just enough to not keep what is essentially 'XP grinding' from being overly monotonous.”
- “The game is structured as a rogue-lite with randomly generated tracks and game modes, and in my opinion, that provides the player with a more replayable experience.”
- “It has a good idea but the levels are all the same and not a game that has replayable value.”
- “The game is too repetitive to have as much replay value as it should have.”
- “The motorcycles, courses, and riders sorely lack any variety, which will kill the replay value.”
stability
100 mentions
14 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with numerous users reporting various glitches and bugs that can affect gameplay, particularly in split-screen mode. While many players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others express frustration with the frequency and severity of the glitches, which can lead to crashes and unplayable situations. Overall, while the game runs well on some systems, it remains in a buggy state that detracts from the experience for many players.
- “For anyone wondering, the game runs great and looks good too.”
- “Despite early access, it runs great, plays great, and is super fun.”
- “The game is wonderful and runs great on my crappy laptop to boot.”
- “The game is fun, but it is extremely buggy, especially in split-screen mode.”
- “The game was amazing while it worked, but after I reached the two-hour mark, I was suddenly struck with glitches that made the game completely unplayable - the pause menu was permanently disabled, and the FPS, which used to run at 60, now caps at 30 at the start of the match before gradually descending down to as low as 10 FPS.”
- “Buggy as hell, constant crashes, no save locations.”
optimization
97 mentions
23 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering and low frame rates, especially on older hardware. While some users noted improvements following updates, others still experienced severe lag and bugs that hindered gameplay. Despite these challenges, many players find the game enjoyable and express hope for further optimization and bug fixes in future updates.
- “My only wish is for more customization options and video graphics tuning options so old and low-performance computers like mine can play it with ease.”
- “The game has come a long way, most notably to me in its features, performance, and bug fixes.”
- “I think what I'm more impressed with is how much the developer has optimized this game, even for older computers.”
- “I've been playing on the Steam Deck and so far had a bad experience once where the game started doing some extreme stuttering and became unplayable; we're talking like 2 fps and unusable controls.”
- “The game is desperately poorly optimized, running on a laptop with GTX 750m, Core i7-4700 and 16GB RAM, feels like watching PowerPoint slides.”
- “This game could have been really fun, but it's delivered with terrible performance.”
grinding
76 mentions
4 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The reviews consistently highlight that the game features a significant amount of grinding, particularly in relation to skill tree upgrades and character unlocks, which can lead to a tedious and repetitive experience. While some players appreciate the replayability and eventual rewards from grinding, many find it frustrating and overly time-consuming, often comparing it to mobile games in terms of repetitiveness. Overall, the grinding aspect is a double-edged sword, offering both challenges and a sense of progression, but it may deter those who prefer a more streamlined gameplay experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You have to grind to actually complete the game, though, but it's not tedious.”
- “You aren't grinding to get better bikes, just power-ups.”
- “I really like the core gameplay, but good lord, calling this grindy is an understatement.”
- “Bland tracks, gimmicky mission design, and a grind-heavy roguelite progression system make the experience grow tedious quickly.”
- “The game is incredibly grindy and you don't feel like you are progressing much.”
atmosphere
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the fast-paced soundtrack and the sense of gang rivalry, while others criticize the visuals and overall presentation as lacking depth compared to earlier titles. Many players feel that the game fails to capture the immersive experience of its predecessors, with some noting that the gameplay mechanics detract from the racing atmosphere. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as inconsistent, with moments of elegance overshadowed by dull elements.
- “Soundtrack is fast-paced and adds to the atmosphere.”
- “It's certainly no release candidate at this date, but make no mistake - the driving, the combat, and the sheer atmosphere of merciless gang rivalry is already nailed down.”
- “Gameplay is both smooth and elegant while maintaining an awesome atmosphere.”
- “While the visuals and audio certainly do the job, one shouldn't expect much beyond PS2-level presentation and atmosphere--including a 1-4 player splitscreen option.”
- “The game has nothing approaching the atmosphere and vibe of the original Road Rash PC game from the 90s.”
- “I guess if you want Dark Souls on motorcycles with zero atmosphere and dodgy controls, this is the game for you.”
monetization
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the presence of ads in a title they paid for, which feels like a cash grab exploiting nostalgia. Additionally, there are complaints about misleading advertising regarding multiplayer features, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “No microtransactions!!!”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without forcing purchases.”
- “What's not great is ads in the game I've paid for.”
- “A poor excuse for a reboot of Road Rash - feels like a cash grab exploiting my childhood nostalgia.”
- “A broken game released by developers who, despite taking full money for the game, have the gall to show ads for other games on the main menu.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players find it lacking in depth and resonance, others appreciate the wholesome community and nostalgic feelings it evokes. The game elicits a range of emotions, from laughter to excitement, and can create a sense of connection to childhood memories, despite its occasional darker themes.
- “The developers have genuinely created a wholesome community around their game, and they genuinely value their fan base.”
- “Complete nostalgia, made me feel like a 10-year-old version of me, when I used to play this game in summer vacations wearing nothing but shorts and eating chips.”
- “It made me laugh, it made me scream at the screen, and it made me feel like a total badass.”
character development
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is largely criticized, with a score of 5/10 for character design and a notable lack of depth in character arcs. Players feel disconnected from their own character and the supporting cast, leading to a diminished emotional investment in the story.
- “Also, there seems to be no character development at all. I don't know who I am, and I don't really know any of the other characters in the game or why I should care about them.”