Rock 'N Roll

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Rock 'N Roll is a single player action game. It was developed by ZaxtorGameS and was released on July 13, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Your mission is simple. Billions on earth depend on you to save them from thousands of asteroids endangering their lives! Use your skills to control a space ship with real inertia and use a variety of exciting power-ups and attacks to give you the best chance possible at saving our home planet!

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Single-Player

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic arcade games, providing fun and addictive gameplay.
Rock 'N Roll features a variety of power-ups and achievements, adding depth and replayability to the game.
The developer has shown responsiveness to player feedback, implementing updates and improvements that enhance the overall experience.

The graphics quality is significantly below modern standards, with low-resolution sprites and no 4K support.
Controls can be frustrating, with slow movement and automatic firing that detracts from the classic Asteroids experience.
The game suffers from technical limitations due to the use of GameMaker Studio, resulting in a lack of polish and basic features expected in contemporary games.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
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The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their poor quality, falling significantly below contemporary standards, primarily due to the use of outdated retro pixel art. While some reviewers note a degree of improvement in the author's graphic design skills over time, the overall presentation is described as "polished amateurism," lacking the sophistication expected from modern PC games.
- “- art style”
- “There's no way to improve the poor graphics quality that's far below standards for a contemporary PC game.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics, art design, and sound/music are what I'd call polished amateurism: it's clear that the bulk of the sound and graphic design was done by the author, but there's definitely marked improvement over time with his various games.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Gameplay is characterized by a challenging control scheme that some players find frustrating rather than engaging, despite a well-executed tutorial that introduces mechanics effectively. While mastering the controls may take time, the introduction of geos adds depth to gameplay decisions, enhancing the overall experience and allowing players to influence the game's outcome.
- “First of all, the tutorial section is quite good and skims over most of the game's mechanics without making it boring.”
- “When the geos were introduced, we felt that it really added something extra to the game and made your gameplay decisions carry some weight.”
- “Rock n' roll sets you up in a simplistic design with a really hard time learning how to master the game's mechanics.”
- “The movement and game mechanics do take some getting used to, but it really doesn't take all that long to get your space legs and feel for the controls.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is viewed skeptically, as Gamemaker Studio is frequently associated with low-effort, profit-driven projects; however, this particular game seems to have been developed with genuine intent rather than as a mere cash grab.
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending extra.”
- “The in-game purchases are not just cosmetic; they significantly impact gameplay, which feels unfair to those who don't want to spend more.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's depth and find it enjoyable, contributing to its strong replayability.
- “The game itself was fun, had a lot more depth than other games and great replayability.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's story is praised for its engaging concept, drawing comparisons to "Bully" and effectively incorporating the idea of multiple Earths being destroyed, which adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. Overall, players find the storyline to be a compelling aspect of the game.
- “The explanation for the multiple Earths blowing up was a cool way to show that it's not just one Earth being spammed across the screen and adds a bit of story to the game.”
- “The concept and story are very cool.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting the amusing voice lines and comedic text, particularly during moments like being shot out of a cannon, which adds a lighthearted touch to the experience.
- “The music and funny voiced lines, along with the text when you're being shot out of a cannon, were comical.”
- “The humor in the game is spot-on, with clever jokes and hilarious character interactions that kept me laughing.”
- “I loved the witty dialogue and absurd situations; they added a delightful layer of fun to the gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized as polished yet amateurish, reflecting the developer's growth over time. Players appreciate the humorous voice lines and comical text, which enhance the overall experience.
- “The music and funny voiced lines, along with text such as when you're being shot out of a cannon, were comical.”
- “The graphics, art design, and sound/music are what I'd call polished amateurism: it's clear that the bulk of the sound and graphic design was done by the author, but there's definitely marked improvement over time with his various games.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is marred by the presence of cyberbullying, as users express frustration over the developer's inability to handle criticism, leading to a toxic environment that detracts from the overall experience. This emotional turmoil highlights the impact of external negativity on players' enjoyment and engagement with the game.