Rocket Jockey
- August 28, 2023
- Jordan Freeman Group
Get on Steam"Rocket Jockey" is a high-speed, action-packed game where you ride a rocket and use cables to swing, tackle opponents, and steal their rockets. Compete in two modes: Rocket Ball, where you score points by launching explosive or bouncing balls into goals, and Rocket Racing, a intense race around an arena with obstacles and opponents. Experience it all with a thrilling surf guitar soundtrack by Dick Dale.
Reviews
- The game evokes strong nostalgia and successfully brings back memories from childhood, making it a beloved classic.
- The unique gameplay mechanics, including grappling hooks and various game modes, provide a fun and chaotic experience.
- The surf rock soundtrack and overall aesthetic create a distinctive atmosphere that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
- Multiplayer functionality is problematic, with many players struggling to get it to work despite various attempts.
- There are issues with input lag and controller mapping, making the controls feel less responsive than desired.
- The game suffers from some technical problems, including crashes and lack of modern compatibility features.
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its perfect sonic atmosphere, blending visceral sound effects with a distinctive surf rock aesthetic. Notably composed by Dick Dale, known for his work on the Pulp Fiction soundtrack, the game's music enhances its unique 1930s racing spectacle theme, making it a memorable aspect of the overall experience.
“Just learned that the guy who did the soundtrack also did the one for Pulp Fiction.”
“Rocket Jockey is a legendary PC game, presented as a 1930s racing spectacle with a surf rock soundtrack by the original surf rocker himself, Dick Dale.”
“The sonic atmosphere is perfection, from the absolutely visceral sounds of pain to the choice of surf music aesthetic.”
“Rocket Jockey is in some ways a legendary PC game, released by the troubled and somewhat short-lived Rocket Science Games. It is utterly ridiculous, a future sports game about men on rockets flying around arenas trying to jockey for either racing checkpoints or to survive a grueling death match, except hold on, scratch that future sports theme because it's presented as a 1930s racing spectacle with a surf rock soundtrack by the original surf rocker himself, Dick Dale.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its exceptional sonic design, combining visceral sound effects with a unique surf music aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
“The sonic atmosphere is perfection, from the absolutely visceral sounds of pain to the choice of surf music aesthetic.”
“The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world, where every sound and visual detail contributes to an unforgettable experience.”
“The atmosphere is thick with tension, drawing you into a world that feels alive and reactive to your every move.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are complemented by a striking sonic atmosphere, featuring visceral sound effects and a unique surf music aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
