Rocket Boots Mania
- November 29, 2018
- Contra Concept
Get on SteamRocket Boots Mania is a challenging 2D platformer that puts you in the shoes of a jetpack-wearing adventurer. Traverse diverse environments, from lush forests to treacherous volcanic landscapes, while avoiding obstacles and enemies. Collect power-ups and upgrade your rocket boots to reach new heights and complete difficult challenges.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The movement system is incredibly satisfying and fluid, making for a fun and engaging gameplay experience.
- The game features solid level design with various paths to explore, catering to speedrunners, casual players, and completionists alike.
- The developers are actively involved with the community, taking feedback seriously and continuously improving the game with updates.
- The game is still in early access, which means it may have bugs and lacks some features like achievements and a level editor.
- Some mechanics can feel a bit slippery or clunky, particularly with wall-running and jump timing.
- The current content may feel limited for casual players, as the game is heavily focused on competitive play and leaderboard challenges.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its solid level design, fluid movement mechanics, and engaging speed-focused mechanics that encourage exploration and skillful play. Players appreciate the satisfying interactions between various mechanics, such as wall-running and the boot timing system, which enhance the overall experience. While some minor issues with control sensitivity have been noted, the game is generally regarded as an excellent platformer with a high skill ceiling and a supportive community.
“Solid level design (of what I've played so far), good art direction, solid music, and incredibly fun gameplay.”
“Excellent platformer with fluid movement mechanics.”
“Incredible fast and satisfying gameplay.”
“In the current build of the game, I find some mechanics to be just a little slippery; the game currently makes you wall-run just a little bit too easily if you are in the air.”
“In its current state (2nd of December 2018), it is possible to start levels with slight advantages by walking around the map (exploration mechanic), then move some things around, and then start the level for a slight advantage.”
“But after playing a few maps at a recent gaming event and seeing already solid gameplay, I feel there is a need to focus on making your own path.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers nearly infinite replayability, particularly for competitive players, thanks to its leaderboards that encourage ongoing competition on various maps.
“The game has nearly infinite replay value for competitive players.”
“The leaderboards provide great replay value for the maps, allowing you to compete with other players.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for being solid and well-integrated, complementing the enjoyable gameplay and strong level design.
“The music is solid and incredibly fun, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
“The art direction and music work together beautifully, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the level design, making each moment enjoyable.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's flexibility, as it caters to both casual gamers looking for a few hours of enjoyment and those willing to invest time in grinding for high scores.
“This game is a delight if you want something that you can play casually for a few hours, but it requires a lot of grinding to achieve the best score.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the grinding to be a major chore, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with players finding it both entertaining and engaging, complemented by appealing graphics and animation. The combination of humor and skill-based competitive challenges enhances the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
“The graphics and animation are nice, and the game is super funny to play while offering a skill-based competitive challenge.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable and entertaining.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, keeping me laughing while I compete.”
