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
- Fast-paced and chaotic gameplay that is highly enjoyable, especially with friends.
- Great variety of game modes and customization options for characters.
- Fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Low player base, making it difficult to find online matches with real players.
- Occasional lag and netcode issues that can affect gameplay.
- Some mechanics, like catching balls, can feel inconsistent due to latency.
- music493 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and catchy soundtrack, which complements the vibrant visuals and fast-paced gameplay. Players appreciate the ability to import their own music, enhancing the overall experience, although some note that the limited number of built-in tracks can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, significantly contributing to the game's fun and immersive atmosphere.
“The soundtrack is amazing and its a very enjoyable game, especially with your friends!”
“The music, atmosphere and lighting fit together like bricks in a building!”
“The soundtrack is just phenomenal and is really worth getting.”
“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.”
“The music eventually does stop, giving it an awkward break in sound where you're left with nothing but the 'humm' of movement.”
- gameplay233 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 simple mechanics with a high skill ceiling, making it accessible yet challenging. Players enjoy a variety of game modes, power-ups, and a vibrant aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, although some have noted issues with floaty physics and online matchmaking. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, addictive gameplay and engaging soundtrack, making it a great choice for both casual and competitive play.
“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.”
“The movement and catching mechanics are extremely off, rarely working the right way, which causes some frustration.”
“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.”
- graphics127 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a vibrant, tron-like aesthetic with flashy neon colors and particle effects that enhance the overall experience, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of a rave. While some players note that the visuals may lack polish compared to AAA titles, they are generally well-received for their simplicity and effectiveness in complementing the gameplay. The graphics settings are highly customizable, allowing players with varying hardware capabilities to enjoy the game without sacrificing performance.
“The game has a Tron-like visual theme and musical theme as well, adding a flair to the aesthetics of the game during gameplay.”
“Absolutely breathtaking visuals and gameplay.”
“The graphics are great; it is unique how the stage lights light up with the bass of the soundtrack.”
“Graphics lacking, music repeats.”
“The graphics are very flashy, maybe too flashy, so if you are prone to seizures, avoid this game.”
“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.”
- humor46 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 announcer, and customizable characters 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 consistent humor and entertainment.
“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?”
- story21 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely absent, with many players noting that it doesn't detract from the overall experience, which is centered around fast-paced gameplay and multiplayer fun. While some mention a vague narrative element related to robots and dodgeball, the consensus is that the lack of a traditional storyline is overshadowed by engaging gameplay and community interaction. Overall, players seem to prioritize the game's mechanics and replayability over any narrative depth.
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
- atmosphere15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its vibrant and immersive qualities, characterized by bright lights, neon colors, and an energetic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the unique disco aesthetic and the seamless integration of music and visual effects, creating a fun and competitive environment that stands out from more traditional shooters. The atmosphere promotes a casual yet engaging vibe, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate a lively and colorful gaming experience.
“This game is absolutely underrated, the atmosphere is mind-blowing 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.”
“Dodgeball but in a laser tag atmosphere.”
“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.”
- stability15 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 that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in online modes. While some players find these issues manageable and even amusing, others have experienced significant problems, leading to frustration and returns. Overall, the game's fun factor seems to outweigh the stability concerns for many, though persistent bugs remain a notable drawback.
“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.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with various game modes and playstyles that enhance both solo and multiplayer experiences. While some users noted a lower replay value in certain aspects, the majority highlighted 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.”
“Much more replayability and content.”
“So much replayable.”
- optimization11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While many players report smooth performance and high framerates even on lower-end systems, some have noted issues with unresponsive controls and excessive fan noise. Recent updates have improved stuttering, but there are still calls for further optimization, particularly regarding lighting effects and system resource management.
“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.”
“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).”
“How optimized game... oh wait.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed bag; while it can serve as a distraction and a means to achieve goals, many feel it becomes excessively tedious, especially when pursuing higher levels and items. Some appreciate the depth of mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging, suggesting that the grind is not always necessary for enjoyment, while others express frustration with the grind required for achievements. Overall, the experience of grinding varies significantly among players, with some viewing it as a nostalgic challenge and others as a frustrating hurdle.
“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.”
- monetization5 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 that they find unnecessary and poorly implemented. However, some appreciate the option to customize group logos, suggesting a potential for more advertising opportunities within the game. Overall, while microtransactions are criticized, they are noted to have minimal impact on gameplay.
“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 guys should do more ads.”
- emotional2 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.”
