Rock and Roots

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Rock and Roots is a single player role playing game. It was developed by XOCUS and was released on February 28, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Rock and Roots," players enter a captivating fairy tale set in a majestic castle and mysterious forest. The story follows the aftermath of a framed elder brother, whose left hand was severed by his jealous sibling, vying for the throne. The game combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and engaging narrative to unravel the tale of betrayal, legacy, and justice.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a mesmerizing world that enhances the immersive experience.
The combat system is dynamic and strategic, providing a good balance between challenge and enjoyment.
The music complements the gameplay perfectly, creating a complete sensory delight.

The game lacks essential features such as a menu, options to pause mid-run, and the ability to mute music.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and boring, with limited card options and a lack of meaningful upgrades.
The tutorial is unclear, and the overall polish of the game leaves much to be desired.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its interesting blend of strategy and action, featuring a colorful and stylized aesthetic that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the diverse environments that not only look stunning but also influence gameplay, making it engaging and enjoyable. Overall, the combination of captivating graphics and sound contributes to a delightful gaming experience.
- “Wonderful sounds and gameplay itself; it was interesting for me to play, and I think that this is the most important thing.”
- “I am delighted with the game; it is very colorful, with fascinating gameplay and beautiful graphics.”
- “Kudos to the devs for incorporating diverse environments that not only look stunning but also impact gameplay.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful and charming art style, highlighting the developers' attention to visual and auditory details. However, others feel that while the graphics are appealing, they do not compensate for the game's lackluster gameplay and overall experience.
- “Graphically, the art is wonderful.”
- “It's evident that the developers put thought not only into the visuals but also into the auditory journey, making it a complete sensory delight.”
- “I am delighted with the game; it is very colorful, with fascinating gameplay and beautiful graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music in the VR game is widely praised as a masterpiece, enhancing the overall experience. However, players express a desire for the option to mute the game's music to allow for personal soundtracks during gameplay.
- “The music in this VR game is a masterpiece!”
- “Allow us to mute the music so we can replay the game with our own.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is perceived as unclear, particularly in the tutorial, which leaves players confused about the narrative. Despite this, the main storyline encourages replayability as players explore different playstyles and choices.
- “I think the tutorial needs to be improved a bit; it's not entirely clear what the story is about.”
- “Even after completing the main storyline, I find myself going back to try different playstyles like choosing different crystals and units.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users overwhelmingly praise the game's replayability, highlighting it as exceptionally high and a major strength of the experience.
- “The replay value is off the charts!”
- “The replay value is off the charts!”