Robot88
- November 21, 2021
- HFM Games
Get on Steam"Robot88" is a sports game that supports local and massively multiplayer modes for 2 players, allowing both split-screen and PvP battles. Create your own unique combat style by developing fighting stances, blocks, and strikes, with the chance to win new skins and slots for stored motions. Participate in ranked battles against players worldwide to prove who's the best in the Robot88 tournament.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Intuitive gameplay allows beginners to jump in easily and enjoy the chaotic battles.
- Creative freedom in customizing techniques provides a fun and unique experience.
- The concept of creating your own moves is engaging and has potential for great gameplay.
- Online matches are broken, with many players unable to connect or facing dead matchmaking.
- The game suffers from bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
- Overall execution is poor, with limited editing options and repetitive gameplay.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its "hilarious chaos," stemming from unpredictable animations that lead to amusing and often absurd battles. While the concept is entertaining, many users find the execution lacking due to awkward controls and janky hitboxes, which can result in funny but frustrating gameplay. Overall, the game is seen as a potential source of laughter for those willing to overlook its flaws, but it currently requires significant polish to fully realize its comedic potential.
“♥ hilarious chaos: unpredictable motions lead to laughter-filled battles.”
“Can make some hilarious kung fu stuff and it's also definitely a fine art making your moves look good too.”
“the way you animate the robots... causing some pretty funny poses.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its intuitive design, making it accessible for beginners. While the concept is enjoyable, the lack of server support and reliance on bots in ranked matches detracts from the multiplayer experience; however, most issues are minor visual bugs that do not significantly impact overall gameplay.
“Intuitive gameplay: even beginners can jump in immediately.”
“The concept and gameplay is fun.”
“The bugs are there, but I'd say they are pretty minimal for how new the game is.”
“But, it doesn't actually affect gameplay because a lot of the issues are visual bugs, so the bugs are there, but I'd say they are pretty minimal for how new the game is.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, with players reporting issues that hinder counterplay, particularly due to unbalanced mechanics. Overall, the experience is marred by these persistent bugs.
“Eh, buggy.”
“A lot of players just build buggy punches, so you can't counter anything.”
“Eh, buggy.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews do not specifically address the monetization aspect of the game, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics and issues with AI and player engagement. There is no clear consensus or detailed feedback regarding how monetization impacts the overall experience.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, feeling that it unnecessarily prolongs gameplay and detracts from the overall experience. Many users are dissatisfied with the need to wait for cues and accumulate points, indicating that they expected a more engaging and fluid gameplay experience.
“I didn't buy a game to wait for cues when I had no plans on grinding for points to make moves.”
