Robot Roller-Derby Disco Dodgeball
- February 18, 2015
- Erik Asmussen
- 9h median play time
Get on Steam"Robot Roller-Derby Disco Dodgeball" is a fast-paced sports action game where players control robot characters in high-energy matches of dodgeball. Utilize a variety of power-ups, customizable abilities, and dynamic environments to outscore your opponents in frenetic multiplayer mayhem. Experience vibrant disco-themed arenas and intense competition in this unique take on classic dodgeball gameplay.
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Reviews
- Love the soundtrack and vibrant visuals.
- Offers a variety of fun game modes and customization options.
- Great for playing with friends, providing a chaotic and enjoyable experience.
- Online player base is very low, making it hard to find matches.
- Gameplay can become repetitive after a while.
- Some players may experience issues with lag and hit detection.
- music988 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in "Robot Roller-Derby Disco Dodgeball" is widely praised for its energetic and catchy soundtrack, which complements the game's vibrant visuals and fast-paced gameplay. Players appreciate the ability to import their own music, enhancing the immersive disco atmosphere, although some note that the built-in tracks can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's fun and engaging experience.
“The soundtrack is banging and when it comes to motorized dodgeball games set in a discotheque it really is in a class of its own.”
“The lights, the sounds, the music, the announcer, the feel, everything about it blends together for a fun arena experience.”
“The soundtrack is amazing and its a very enjoyable game, especially with your friends!”
“The music doesn't change up much so it gets repetitive.”
“My only problem with this game is the music, I'm not saying that the music is bad because it is very fitting and it makes you feel pumped up and happy, however after a while of playing this game the music becomes repetitive and boring.”
“If only the lag compensation worked better, and the soundtrack wasn't so terrible.”
- gameplay467 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Robot Roller-Derby Disco Dodgeball" is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action that combines elements of dodgeball with arcade-style mechanics, making it both accessible and engaging for players. While many users praise the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, they also note issues such as floaty physics, lag in online matches, and some clunky mechanics that can detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a vibrant aesthetic, a variety of modes, and a solid multiplayer experience, particularly when played with friends.
“The gameplay is solid and very fun.”
“Fast-paced, intense gameplay.”
“The core gameplay of throwing dodgeballs at your friends and bots is fun in and of itself, but there is also a cosmetic system that ties in with leveling and crafting systems.”
“The gameplay is too floaty and unpolished, skip it.”
“Not only are the movement mechanics awful and clunky, the game just doesn't run properly.”
“At any given time there are maybe a couple hundred people online, and the consequent lag means the entire catching mechanic is worthless: you will never, without extraordinary luck, catch a ball, because their client will register a hit before you even see them throw.”
- graphics256 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a vibrant, neon aesthetic reminiscent of a disco or rave environment, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. While some players note that the visuals can be simplistic or inconsistent, many appreciate the colorful particle effects and the ability to adjust settings for various hardware capabilities. Overall, the graphics are considered appealing and well-suited to the game's energetic theme, though they may not meet the standards of AAA titles.
“Absolutely breathtaking visuals and gameplay.”
“The bright lights, neon colors, and music really add to this disco atmosphere that many games don’t have.”
“The graphics are great, it is unique how the stage lights light up with the bass of the soundtrack.”
“Graphics lacking, music repeats.”
“I could see this being fun, even in its current form... but the controls are a little off, the graphics are a little poor, the movement isn't really polished, the lobby is a bit antiquated feeling, etc. everything just feels like you'd expect from a small indie team trying to do a first person shooter arena game.”
“As noted above, the graphics and GUI are incredibly simplistic, with the menus in particular looking a step above placeholder art.”
- humor92 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players highlighting its ability to generate laughter and fun moments, especially when played with friends. The quirky concept, amusing gameplay mechanics, and entertaining soundtrack contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere, although some users found it less funny or experienced technical issues. Overall, it is considered a great casual game that delivers a humorous experience, particularly in multiplayer settings.
“The randomness of the game idea (I mean, a robot roller derby dodgeball match in a futuristic disco arena sounds crazy) and the hilarious announcer just add to the absolute awesomeness of this game.”
“It's non-stop giggling and laughing from start to finish mixed with great music and great level designs.”
“You know a game is fun when you're laughing and yelling at your friends over voice chat, having a great time even when you're losing!”
“Not funny, didn't laugh.”
“Review not funny enough?”
“Not funny, didn't laugh.”
- story42 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game is largely criticized for its lack of a substantial storyline, with many reviewers stating that it doesn't matter due to the engaging gameplay and multiplayer options. While some mention a vague narrative element related to robots and dodgeball, the consensus is that the game prioritizes fast-paced action over a deep story, making it enjoyable despite its narrative shortcomings. Overall, players seem to appreciate the fun and chaotic gameplay more than any plot development.
“With a story good enough for a full-length novel, audio and visual elements as detailed as any you've ever seen, and excellent pacing, this game is the reason for Xbox and vice versa.”
“It's a pretty wild story and does not make itself known anywhere in the game, but that doesn’t matter because it's all about the gameplay, baby.”
“That giant ring construct is robot roller-derby disco dodgeball, and the secret that it holds is the part of the story that will be up to you to discover.”
“I normally start my reviews with story, but honestly there's nothing really here regarding that.”
“The game does not contain a storyline, period.”
“This game is simply fun -- it's not deep, it has no story -- it is just fun.”
- atmosphere30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its vibrant neon colors, strobing lights, and engaging soundtrack, creating a unique disco-like environment that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the seamless integration of music and visual effects, which contribute to a fun, competitive yet casual vibe, setting it apart from more serious shooters. The atmosphere not only promotes enjoyment but also fosters a sense of kindness among players, making it a standout feature of the game.
“This game is absolutely underrated, the atmosphere is mindblowing and the soundtracks are bangers too.”
“The bright lights, neon colors, and music really add to this disco atmosphere that many games don’t have.”
“The strobing lights and techno music really set a fun atmosphere for the game.”
“The bright lights, neon colors, and music really add to this disco atmosphere that many games don’t have (since it’s a very specific aesthetic that wouldn’t fit in most games).”
“The music, atmosphere, and lighting fit together like bricks in a building!”
“Unlike hardcore shooters such as CS:GO, the atmosphere promotes kindness, as odd as it may seem.”
- stability30 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting various glitches and bugs, particularly in the online portion, which can lead to frustrating experiences like freezing. While some players find the issues minor and manageable, others have faced significant problems that detracted from their enjoyment, prompting returns. Overall, the game's fun factor seems to outweigh the stability concerns for many, though the developer has acknowledged the issues.
“The game is easy to get into, runs great, and gameplay-wise is challenging and rewarding.”
“Great concept, not buggy at all.”
“Every time I've opened it (minus the first hour session I played when I first bought it), the music plays but the game just freezes entirely and I have to force quit.”
“But after about a week of troubleshooting and searching, I just returned the game.”
“I'm not gonna lie, the online portion of this game is currently buggy as hell.”
- replayability24 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its high replayability, with a variety of game modes and playstyles that cater to both solo and multiplayer experiences. While some reviews mention a lower replay value rating, the overall consensus highlights the abundance of content and engaging gameplay that encourages repeated play.
“Tl;dr - excellent game with tons of replayability and a solid singleplayer.”
“Lots of different game modes with different playstyles to play with your friends, or a solo campaign type game mode which makes the game endlessly replayable and one of the best games I have.”
“I recommend this game for its looks, gameplay, and extremely high replay value.”
“That, combined with the low replay value, I'm 100% sure it's not worth the full price.”
“There are power-ups scattered around the arena that can give you an edge, such as a boomerang, higher jumps, extra ricochets, bigger balls for easier knockouts, easier targeting, etc. There are many other modes that enhance replay value with the main objective of scoring team points that have nothing to do with scoring knockouts.”
“Much more replayability and content.”
- optimization22 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While many players report smooth performance and high framerates, particularly after a recent update that addressed stuttering issues, some users still experience unresponsive controls and concerns about excessive fan usage. Additionally, the lack of personalized performance upgrades has been noted, though the game is praised for running well even on lower-end systems.
“The game runs smoothly and the mechanics work well.”
“[*] beautifully optimized; my computer is a complete potato and almost every map easily warrants me a happy 50-60 fps.”
“Performance also scales really well.”
“Very unresponsive controls, awful jumping (stuttering and clunky), and no people actually playing it.”
“How optimized game... oh wait.”
“Yet, I feel like the game should be more optimized, especially the fan overworking itself (did not have this problem with Insurgency on high graphics).”
- grinding14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, particularly when it comes to leveling up and unlocking items, which can detract from the overall experience. However, some appreciate the depth of the mechanics and view the grind as a manageable distraction between matches, emphasizing that the game still retains its fun and competitive spirit despite the grind.
“Servers are iffy, bots are incredibly fast and accurate, and all the progression is super grindy.”
“Still grinding for the last 2 achievements and I absolutely hate it (current level 8.5/10).”
“Obtaining higher levels and items becomes grindy at a certain point.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with users expressing frustration over the presence of microtransactions, which they find to be inadequate and unnecessary. However, they note that these transactions do not significantly impact gameplay. Some users suggest that incorporating more advertising could enhance the experience.
“I hate the microtransactions portion of it, though it really doesn't affect the game at all.”
“Not to mention it has pathetic microtransactions in it.”
“You can also set the logo of a group you're in to appear on the back of your robot (nice free advertising for them!).”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its sophisticated storytelling and emotional depth, with players reporting intense feelings that led to tears, highlighting its powerful impact on their emotional experience.
“Quite possibly the most sophisticated and emotionally gripping game of our generation.”
“I cried”
