Rock of Ages
- September 7, 2011
- ACE Team
- 8h median play time
Knockabout in every sense, Rock of Ages is quirky, fun and characterful. Just dont expect longevity or depth.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Rock of Ages" is a fast-paced tower defense/strategy game with Monty Python-inspired humor. Players must build defenses and navigate ever-changing levels while controlling a rolling boulder to destroy their opponent's gate. The game features historical and mythological figures as playable characters with unique abilities, and multiplayer modes for up to four players. Reference: steamid: 22230
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Reviews
- Unique blend of tower defense and racing mechanics, providing a fresh gameplay experience.
- Hilarious Monty Python-esque humor and art style, making the game entertaining and memorable.
- Fun multiplayer mode that enhances the experience when played with friends.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth after a few hours.
- AI opponents can be predictable and not very challenging, reducing the overall difficulty.
- Some technical issues and control responsiveness can detract from the experience.
- humor387 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Rock of Ages" is widely praised for its absurdity and Monty Python-esque style, featuring hilarious cutscenes and visual gags that reference historical figures and events. Players enjoy the chaotic blend of slapstick comedy and strategic gameplay, with many noting that the humor enhances the overall experience, making it both entertaining and memorable. While some find the humor a bit crude or hit-or-miss, the majority agree that it adds a unique charm to the game, keeping them laughing throughout their playtime.
“Each level is packed with visual gags, ridiculous cutscenes, and the kind of humor that will have you chuckling for hours.”
“Rock of Ages is a hilarious and unique type of game that's a mix of a rolling simulator and a strategy game.”
“The humor is brilliant and the gameplay is so fun.”
“I get it... it's not funny, is it?”
“The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
“I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than comedic.”
- gameplay200 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Rock of Ages" is a unique blend of tower defense and boulder-rolling mechanics, offering a mix of strategy and humor that appeals to many players. While some find the gameplay entertaining and engaging, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, particularly in single-player mode. Overall, the game is noted for its charming art style and comedic elements, but opinions vary on the longevity and excitement of the gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is a perfect blend of strategy and mayhem.”
“Unique concept, interesting art style, great humor, and entertaining gameplay.”
“The gameplay is really interesting, switching between rolling a rock down a twisting path to reach the bottom and smash a door, while taking as little damage as possible, then setting up obstacles for your opponent's rock and trying to hit them with projectiles.”
“But the gameplay itself is tedious and repetitive.”
“The game itself is too long for what the gameplay has to offer and the only difference between levels is that by the end the 'mazes' get annoyingly long and tedious.”
“The gameplay is bland and quickly becomes repetitive.”
- graphics145 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and humorous art style, reminiscent of Monty Python animations and classical artwork. Players appreciate the creative visual presentation, which enhances the overall gameplay experience, despite some noting that the graphics may not be technically advanced. The combination of fun aesthetics and engaging humor contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“The aesthetic is fun--kind of a cut-paper theater thing that goes through historical eras, a little like Monty Python animations.”
“The art direction and aesthetic of the game are amazing and really capture the art style of the periods you travel through.”
“The graphics are very unique, the gameplay is a ton of fun, the voices and cutscenes are hilarious, and it's got some great boss battles as well as a 'skee ball' mode and multiplayer.”
“Poor graphics, lame humor, overrated.”
“The controls are very loose and the visuals are not up to Monty Python standards, which this appears to be partially based on.”
“It is slightly laggy and the graphics aren't as great, but it's still a good game.”
- story113 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally described as humorous and entertaining, featuring a light-hearted narrative inspired by the myth of Sisyphus, where players control a boulder rolling through various historical settings. However, many reviewers note that the story is quite short, simplistic, and lacks depth, often feeling repetitive and serving primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling plot. Despite its brevity and lack of a clear overarching narrative, the quirky art style and comedic cutscenes contribute to an enjoyable experience, especially when played with friends.
“The story is really weird and the gameplay can be a little repetitive.”
“The story mode puts you and your customizable boulder traveling through time and space, starting with ancient Rome and ending with the Renaissance era, fighting different characters from each time and location such as Leonardo da Vinci, Plato, or Napoleon Bonaparte.”
“The game was excellent, the whole feel of the game is amazing, and the Monty Python style of storytelling is awesome.”
“The story and the humor are very barebones, just enough to justify a single player (not the reason I bought the game).”
“While I understand that story is not the main focus of this game, it felt lacking.”
“The story itself makes absolutely no sense, but the art style in the cutscenes is very creative and humorous.”
- music83 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its fantastic soundtrack, which features a mix of classical pieces and original tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the music's ability to complement the game's art style and humor, creating an engaging atmosphere. While some mention that certain tracks can feel repetitive, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“The art style is amazing and the soundtrack is just perfect.”
“Incredibly charming with fun gameplay and excellent music.”
“There's action, strategy, comedy, and a bombastic classical soundtrack that brilliantly complements the zany nature of the game.”
“The last couple of levels in a row had the same music.”
“Not enough things to destroy, music is bleh, animations are a bit flash gamey in cutscenes.”
“Sound: I'm not an expert on classical music (nor do I claim to be), but I do recognize a couple of songs in this game, and that leads me to believe that the soundtrack is almost entirely non-original.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 85 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many levels feeling meaningless and overly long. While some appreciate the initial fun, the gameplay quickly loses its appeal, leading to boredom and frustration, particularly during boss battles. Although grinding is not essential for progression, it is often viewed as excessive and detracting from the overall experience.
“Grinding isn't necessary to progress.”
“The grind is rewarding and adds depth to the gameplay.”
“I enjoy the grind because it allows me to fully explore the game's mechanics.”
“But the gameplay itself is tedious and repetitive.”
“The levels feel very tedious and repetitive, and just like Sisyphus’s burden, they feel meaningless.”
“It's fun at first but loses ingenuity very quickly, becoming tedious and boring.”
- replayability13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed among players; while some find it limited due to a lack of difficulty variation and strategy changes, others appreciate the different game modes and creative elements that enhance replay value. Multiplayer aspects are particularly highlighted as a strong point for replayability, though single-player experiences may feel repetitive. Despite some criticisms, many players still enjoy the game enough to recommend it for its humor and engaging content.
“Overall, I would highly recommend it as a hilarious game with good replay value.”
“There is a ton of replayability because of the different game modes, as well as possible defenses you can experiment with in the campaign mode.”
“Great sense of humor and decently long and replayable.”
“The difficulty stays the same during the entire story mode and there is no need to change up your strategy, so every level feels the same and it takes away any form of replayability for me.”
“As much replay value as Monty Python's Flying Circus, and about as funny.”
“Admittedly it is a bit short and the replayability is not tremendous, but it's not terribly expensive either.”
- stability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report a bug-free experience, others encounter significant issues such as lag, control problems, and a need for extensive troubleshooting. The online multiplayer aspect also suffers from a lack of activity, contributing to the overall perception of instability.
“The game runs smoothly without any bugs.”
“I haven't encountered any glitches or crashes during my playtime.”
“The stability of the game is impressive; it feels polished and reliable.”
“It was buggy and laggy when playing in single player.”
“At best, it requires intensive troubleshooting that I could not find through Google or Steam discussions.”
“It can be buggy at times.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its distinctive Monty Python-inspired art and humor, creating a lighthearted and engaging experience. Players appreciate the combination of whimsical visuals and comedic elements, which contribute to a joyful and immersive environment that can be enjoyed in short sessions. Overall, the atmosphere is a significant draw, often overshadowing gameplay mechanics.
“Comes with amazing art, atmosphere, and humor.”
“The general atmosphere is very Monty Python, and I really don't have a comparison to how the game plays—it's very distinctive.”
“The atmosphere and videos are never serious.”
“Something you can just sit down and play for just a couple of minutes, and you can't help but smile between the atmosphere, the humor, and the art style!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report experiencing occasional stuttering in the game, even when running it on high-end systems, indicating that optimization may not be fully effective.
“Occasional stuttering despite being on a high-end system.”
“The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on recommended hardware.”
“Frequent performance drops make it difficult to enjoy the gameplay experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted through its humorous and lighthearted approach, likening it to a fun and engaging experience reminiscent of camaraderie found in competitive settings.
