Rocko's Quest

About

In "Rocko's Quest" , embark on a journey through numerous levels filled with obstacles such as moving platforms, pits, and hazards. Utilize an arsenal of weapons like bows, swords, and maces to defeat enemies and navigate the environment using platforming mechanics. Light your path with torches, and take advantage of interactive elements like levers and ropes to aid Rocko in his epic adventure.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

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

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

character development3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it as children, evoking fond memories.
Some players appreciate the challenge and feel a sense of accomplishment when overcoming difficult obstacles.
The vibrant colors and character designs are noted as fun and well done for the era.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including graphical glitches, crashes, and poor optimization on modern machines.
Instant death environmental puzzles and frustrating platforming controls lead to a high level of irritation and unfairness.
The lack of gore and dismemberment in this version disappoints fans of the original release, diminishing its charm.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The graphics of the game are generally criticized for being outdated and plagued by numerous glitches, including animation issues and hitbox problems. While some users appreciate the vibrant colors and unique art style, the overall execution is marred by technical flaws that significantly impact gameplay.
- “The artwork and style of the game looks phenomenal otherwise.”
- “Vibrant colors, and old school, bare-bones polygonal graphics.”
- “- standard graphical issues for the period: some items don't animate properly, walls clip, et al.”
- “The graphics were horrible, the combat was atrocious, and the hit boxes on the obstacle courses were pretty messed up.”
- “I mean there were flashing graphic bugs around and it's unplayable, but maybe that's a feature.”
- “Update: I'm now on the third level, and two new issues have come up, leading me to change my rating to 'not recommended.' First, a new graphical problem has occurred: the animated effects simply aren't appearing, which means some objectives aren't showing up (for example, a glowing area I was supposed to step on near the end of level two wasn't there, although stepping on that area did still work as intended).”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The story of "Rocko's Quest" is straightforward, revolving around the classic trope of a hero rescuing his girlfriend from orcs, reminiscent of simpler platformers like 3D Mario. While some players appreciate its pure gaming essence and darkly fascinating vision, others find the plot repetitive and lacking depth. Overall, the narrative serves as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point.
- “Where most games do their best to be something else – to tell a story like a novel, to impress with cinematic techniques like a film – Rocko's Quest is pure game, a complete and darkly fascinating vision that makes no concessions to the modern conception of how games should be.”
- “Rocko's Quest is the next step along that path.”
- “The plot is as simple as a 3D Mario game: Rocko's girlfriend has been captured by orcs.”
- “Rocko's Quest is an action-packed game that is repetitive and boring.”
- “For me, Rocko's Quest was emblematic of all of them.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay is engaging and offers a challenging obstacle-course experience that keeps players invested, though some users have reported crashes that disrupt progress, particularly around the third level. Overall, while it may not be the most enjoyable in the genre, the thoughtful design encourages continued play despite technical issues.
- “I can't say it's the most fun I've had with the genre, but I can say I'm enjoying the challenge and thoughtful obstacle-course gameplay enough to keep playing.”
- “While this doesn't seem to affect gameplay (in fact, it's kept me from getting turned around a few times), I do wonder if those effects that remain are causing the game to hit some kind of object limit, as I've had it crash to the desktop a few times now, leaving me to start over at the beginning of the third level...and I'm not sure I'll ever be able to finish.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including graphical glitches and a lack of sound volume control, leading to a dated and mediocre overall experience. Users find the controls unresponsive, further detracting from gameplay enjoyment.
- “Not for me, the game is too old with graphical glitches and no sound volume slider, but I would have finished it anyway.”
- “Conclusion: too dated, buggy, and the controls are too bad, so the overall experience is mediocre at best.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game is notably poor, with frequent hangs lasting one to two seconds reported by users.
- “The optimization is really poor, and the game often hangs for a second or two.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating, with frequent stutters and lag.”
- “I experience constant frame drops, making the game nearly unplayable at times.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game received a mixed response, with a score of 6 indicating that while some players appreciated certain elements, overall it fell short of expectations. Many found the soundtrack to be average and lacking in memorability, suggesting that it did not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers appreciate the character designs, noting that they are both fun and well-executed, effectively capturing the essence of the era in which the game is set.
- “The character designs are fun and well done for the era.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel invested in their journeys.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and engaging throughout the story.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a notable sense of humor, particularly highlighted by the comedic deaths of the black knights, which may resonate with fans of Python-style comedy.
- “The humor in the game is fantastic, especially the way the black knights meet their demise – it's a clever nod that fans of Python will appreciate.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations keep me laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love the quirky characters and their hilarious interactions; they add so much charm and fun to the gameplay.”