Rock Star Life Simulator

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In "Rock Star Life Simulator" , players start as street musicians and aim to become world-famous rock stars. Game progression and career fate are shaped by player decisions. Master guitar playing, improve stats, and upgrade equipment to perform in better venues and expand your repertoire. Experience the rockstar lifestyle, including romantic pursuits and socializing at bars. However, becoming a world star is no easy feat.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 241 reviews

music22 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has a fun concept of starting from the bottom and working your way up to becoming a rockstar, with engaging gameplay mechanics.
The AI chat system is innovative and adds a unique layer to the gameplay, allowing for creative interactions with NPCs.
Despite being in early access, the game offers a decent amount of content and has a supportive development team that actively engages with the community.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play at times, with some players unable to access the game at all.
Graphics and overall polish are lacking, which detracts from the immersive experience of simulating a rockstar lifestyle.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and shallow, with limited activities and content available after a few hours of play.

music
84 mentions
26 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the engaging mini-games for songwriting and the original, albeit limited, song selection. While some find the gameplay fun and immersive, others criticize the quality of the produced music and the simplistic animations, suggesting that the overall experience lacks depth compared to established rhythm games like Guitar Hero. Additionally, players express a desire for more song variety and adjustable difficulty levels to enhance their enjoyment.
- “They've introduced a music studio for the player to buy, and this is one rare instance where their focus is on track to make you feel like a rock star, or maybe just a record producer, but at least it's in the right ballpark, thematically.”
- “The developers have some good ideas in implementing mini-games to represent song-writing, and the songs are mostly somewhat musically pleasing, apparently original works but without lyrics.”
- “This game has a really great vibe; the musical themes are good, especially talking with girls. Awesome! Definitely recommend!”
- “A 6 song set can literally take over 10 in-game hours and needs to be adjusted.”
- “Additionally, the music produced at the studio is awful and the performer animation is elementary.”
- “Unfortunately, the number of songs is very limited, and if this is all you want, Guitar Hero even on a PS2 is a much more immersive experience and a lot more satisfying.”
gameplay
28 mentions
50 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the guitar playing and song writing elements, providing a fun experience for around 8 to 10 hours. However, some users noted issues with outdated graphics, clunky and repetitive gameplay, and the reliance on a stable internet connection for the AI chat system, which can lead to connection errors. Overall, while the core gameplay components are solid and enjoyable, there are areas that could benefit from improvement.
- “First of all, great gameplay for a game that is still pretty new.”
- “Overall smooth gameplay mechanics.”
- “However, the songs are awesome; the gameplay mechanics for music playing and songwriting are interesting, engaging, and fun.”
- “The graphics are incredibly outdated, lacks polish, and the gameplay is clunky and repetitive.”
- “Pretty fun game and cool idea, but the AI chat system needs to be run client-side somehow, requiring a constant stable internet connection for a game mechanic is silly and unreliable; people get constant connection errors.”
- “Very fun game, but as of writing this, it has a maximum of about 10 hours worth of gameplay.”
graphics
16 mentions
25 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game are widely criticized for being outdated and lacking polish, failing to create an immersive experience that reflects the glamour of a rock star lifestyle. While some users appreciate the visual style and concept, many feel that significant improvements are necessary to compete with other titles in the genre. Overall, the visuals are seen as a major drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “First of all, if you're going to attempt to simulate rock star lifestyle, the graphics should be amazing.”
- “Visually, it rocks, but beware: this is the first version, so don't expect Beyoncé-level graphics.”
- “The graphics are nowhere near the level they need to be to provide an immersive experience simulating the glamour of a rock star existence.”
- “The graphics are incredibly outdated, lack polish, and the gameplay is clunky and repetitive.”
- “A whole new graphic style of presentation is what is needed, and I can't imagine that happening.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its absurdity, such as the carefree reactions to running over pedestrians and crashing cars, which adds a comedic layer to the gameplay. Additionally, the incorporation of current social media elements enhances the humor, making it feel relevant and engaging. Overall, players find the game to be very funny and appreciate the freedom to shape their own humorous narratives.
- “The social media elements are funny and feel very current.”
- “It's super funny, and you can take your story in whatever direction you want.”
- “It's hilarious that you can run over pedestrians and hit people's cars, and no one cares.”
story
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as humorous and expansive, allowing players to shape their own narrative while pursuing the main theme of being a rock star. Additionally, the side mechanics are well integrated, enhancing the overall experience and providing hours of engaging gameplay.
- “The game has a fun and vast story that can be played for days from the very beginning.”
- “In addition to the main story of being a rock star, the side mechanics are also very well handled.”
- “It's super funny and you can take your story wherever you want.”
stability
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Many reviewers feel that its current state of instability does not justify the $12 price tag.
- “There are also a number of bugs and glitches that make the game even more frustrating to play.”
- “Game is still very buggy, currently not worth the $12.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, feeling a sense of freedom and excitement as they perform and interact with growing crowds, which enhances the experience of being a rockstar, despite any self-doubt about their skills. This immersive atmosphere fosters a genuine sense of achievement and joy.
- “The crowds that gathered around you at concerts when you played your guitar made me feel like a rock star.”
- “I loved the freedom to rock out, and the growing crowds made me feel like a real rockstar.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game involves a significant amount of grinding, they are still enjoying the experience and see great potential in it.
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Many users report significant lag and stuttering issues that hinder gameplay, suggesting that optimization needs improvement for a smoother experience. Resolving these performance problems could lead to more positive recommendations for the game.
- “If I can get the lag/stuttering issue resolved, I would recommend the game.”