Roid Rage
"Roid Rage" is an arcade game known for its excellent visuals and wonderful soundtrack. The game's simple yet addictive gameplay involves dodging asteroids, collecting "juice," and causing explosions. However, be prepared for annoying ads. As the game describes itself, the objective is to "dodge asteroids. Collect Juice. Explode. Repeat."
Reviews
- The game features fantastic graphics and smooth fluid movement, making it visually appealing.
- It's simple to learn but challenging to master, providing an addictive gameplay experience.
- The game offers a unique concept of unlocking content through high scores, connecting it with other games from the same studio.
- Controls can be overly sensitive and frustrating, making the game difficult to play at times.
- Many features and ships are locked behind a paywall, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a loss of interest over time.
- music21 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable, catchy, and fitting well with the gameplay, contributing to a fun experience. However, some players feel that the soundtrack can become repetitive and suggest the addition of more variety or randomization to enhance the experience. Overall, while the music is a highlight for many, there is a desire for a broader selection to keep it fresh.
“Great music with this game.”
“It's fun to play and the music is really enjoyable.”
“Pretty graphics, lightweight game, and awesome soundtrack.”
“The music needs a bit more flair to it; maybe we could buy new beats while flying?”
“Needs more music though so I'm not hearing the same 2 bars of the same song every game.”
“Can't comment on the music; I play on silent on the toilet.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are highly praised for their quality and artistic style, with many users highlighting the smooth fluid movement and gorgeous artwork. While some mention minor issues like ghosting on certain devices, the general consensus is that the visuals are impressive and contribute significantly to the game's appeal. Users appreciate the blend of simple yet effective graphics with engaging gameplay and a relaxing soundtrack.
“Btw, fantastic graphics, smooth fluid movement.”
“Great little addictive game, graphics are awesome, basic controls but.”
“Pretty graphics, lightweight game, and awesome soundtrack.”
“Works fine on custom ROMs, but on my device's stock ROM (ICS), there is slight ghosting of the graphics.”
“Between the simple graphics and gameplay, the catchy music, and the quick restarts, it provides tons of fun when you've got some time to kill.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that can be both engaging and challenging, offering a mix of fun and frustration. While some players appreciate the addictive nature and visual appeal, others criticize the limited character options and repetitive elements that can lead to a quick loss of interest. Suggestions for improvement include adding more diverse environments and a shop for upgrades to enhance the overall experience.
“Overall solid gameplay and is a great game to take out and play.”
“Love the art style and the gameplay.”
“Gameplay is really fun, addictive, and hard to master.”
“Characters/ships are limited and gameplay gets old fast.”
“This game isn't really anything just a frustrating 'runner' with bad mechanics and zero fun.”
“It's unresponsive and the gameplay is painful to watch.”
- monetization12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of ads in some instances, while others express frustration over the frequency and repetitiveness of ads, which they feel detracts from the overall experience. Some users acknowledge that ads are a necessary means of generating revenue, but the overwhelming presence of ads has led to complaints about lag and diminished enjoyment. Overall, while the game is praised for its fun gameplay, the monetization strategy through ads remains a significant point of contention among players.
“No ads, it has connectivity with their other games, what more do you want?”
“Nice to have no ads, definitely worth a try.”
“Awesome amount of time spent crashing into 'roids, almost as much time spent looking at ads!”
“Too many flippin ads, it is horrible, and the 'better' ships are worse, why would you want a faster flippin ship.”
“Great game but hate the ads.......and it needs a difficulty setting.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with many users highlighting its simplicity and effectiveness, noting that it aligns well with the developer's previous titles. The introduction is particularly noted for its hilarity, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience that keeps players laughing throughout.
“The intro is hilarious and the gameplay is great.”
“These guys definitely have a sense of humor.”
“Perfectly humorous just like the other games from the company.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers a moderate level of replayability, with some players finding it fun enough to revisit, while others feel that additional customization options could enhance this aspect. The challenge presented in the game contributes positively to its replay value, making it appealing for those seeking a more difficult experience.
“Challenging with tons of replay value.”
“Decently fun, with a bit of replayability (replaying is kind of the premise unless you are a god).”
“Needs more customization for replay value.”
“The game lacks variety, making it hard to feel motivated to replay.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect is minimal, focusing primarily on the player's mission to collect 100 pickups, suggesting a straightforward and possibly repetitive narrative structure.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, with fluid gameplay and minimal technical issues, though players occasionally experience minor hit detection inconsistencies.
“It plays fluidly, with no technical glitches aside from the occasional 'did I actually get hit or was I still a pixel away?' situation.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”