Roof Rage
- October 16, 2019
- Early Melon
Get on Steam"Roof Rage" is a fast-paced platform fighter with easy-to-learn controls and a steep learning curve. The game features 13 unique characters, each with their own playstyle, and a variety of stages inspired by iconic cultural rooftops. With support for local and online multiplayer, as well as challenging CPUs, players can test their skills in a variety of match types. The game boasts over 4000 sprites, ensuring a lively and visually engaging experience.
Reviews
- Roof Rage offers a fun and fast-paced platform fighting experience, combining elements from games like Super Smash Bros. and Street Fighter, making it accessible for beginners while providing depth for skilled players.
- The game features a diverse roster of characters with unique mechanics, allowing for varied playstyles and satisfying combo potential, complemented by beautiful pixel art and a catchy soundtrack.
- Local multiplayer is a highlight, with support for up to 8 players, making it a great party game that encourages fun and chaotic battles with friends.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with controller support, AI behavior, and occasional crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Online multiplayer is limited to 1v1 matches and has a small player base, leading to difficulties in finding matches and experiencing lag during gameplay.
- The lack of a tutorial and a confusing menu system can make it challenging for new players to learn the game mechanics and navigate the options effectively.
- gameplay43 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Roof Rage is praised for its fast-paced, fluid mechanics that blend elements from both platform fighters and traditional 2D fighting games, offering a unique experience with varied character movesets. While the game is generally easy to pick up, some players may struggle with its deeper mechanics without a tutorial, and the AI can be simplistic. Overall, the game is considered fun and engaging, with a retro aesthetic and responsive controls, though it may require some balancing and refinement as it is still in early access.
“The characters have interesting and varied mechanics and movesets that are sure to fit anyone's play style.”
“The gameplay is fast, fluid, and faithful to all the elements that people love about platform fighters.”
“The general gameplay is great and pulling off combos or a prediction feels amazing, so on that alone I highly recommend it.”
“There's no tutorial and the practice mode is lackluster. This game is fairly easy to learn, but if you're not used to fighting games, especially platform fighters, you may have a harder time grasping the deeper and more technical mechanics.”
“The AI is not the smartest I've run across, but it's enough to let you get a feel for the single-player mechanics.”
“Altogether, I think that although certain aspects of gameplay can and should remain as is, and genuinely make the game unique, I think the game might need some nudges towards standards that were established for a reason.”
- graphics25 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming retro pixel art style that many players find endearing and visually appealing. While some areas, like Halong Bay, may feel underdeveloped, the overall aesthetic is praised for its creativity and expressiveness, reminiscent of classic arcade fighters. However, there are calls for more polished graphics and animations to enhance the visual experience further.
“The graphics are retro and endearing, and the gameplay is wild.”
“From a visual and aesthetic standpoint, Roof Rage knocks it out of the park.”
“It's obviously inspired by Smash Brothers, but I really enjoy the graphic style here - that is simple for characters but very expressive for their small sprites.”
“Halong Bay feels like it needs a rework entirely; I love the aesthetic, but the stage is rough to play on.”
“However, there is much to be added, like more eye candy/flashy polished graphics and animation like Dead Cells, and +40 characters to choose from like Street Fighters or Marvel vs Capcom. Only then will it reach its near maximum users and potential.”
“There are very limited graphical options (though admittedly the game is not demanding).”
- music20 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its retro feel, featuring an impressive chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a key element that keeps players engaged and coming back for more, with many noting its nostalgic Sega Genesis vibe. Overall, the audio complements the game's aesthetics and mechanics, contributing to a fun and challenging atmosphere.
“Solid retro feel with an awesome soundtrack, cool characters to pick from, and just an overall fun and challenging time that keeps you coming back!”
“Great retro feel with pixel art and an awesome chiptune soundtrack.”
“The music is rad, a really good mix of classic arcade music and new 80s.”
“There is no exclusive music.”
“The music is all really hype, the stages look beautiful, and the animations are well made.”
“It has this Sega Genesis vibe that I love so much when it comes to soundtracks (think about Spelunky or Duck Game) and most importantly: it plays like a charm.”
- stability11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is generally described as problematic, with numerous bugs, glitches, and occasional crashes reported by users. While some players find it enjoyable and playable, especially in its early access state, the online experience is particularly criticized for being inconsistent and riddled with issues. Overall, many agree that significant improvements are needed to enhance stability.
“The fighting is solid and fun, a good game overall but with a lot of things that need fixing, some minor glitches with the menus and score screens, some non-frequent crashes now and then, etc.”
“Even if you do find one, you still have to face numerous glitches and desyncs, meaning that even playing against someone next door to you with ethernet will be inconsistent.”
“However, the online is inexcusably bad, the game is riddled with glitches and unfinished features, and the developer hasn't touched the game since 2019.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players express anticipation for a promised story mode, highlighting its absence as a notable gap in the game. While the addition of new characters and stages is appreciated, many reviewers feel that a single-player story mode would enhance the experience, making it more engaging and complete. Overall, the game's fun mechanics and soundtrack are praised, but the lack of a narrative element leaves some players wanting more.
“Since I last reviewed the game, a story mode has been added along with quite a few more characters and stages, including a boxer, an archer, a sumo fighter, and a character that very much resembles Tao Pai Pai from Dragon Ball.”
“This game is really fun; the OST is just gold. It has many features of Super Smash Bros, but that doesn’t mean it’s a copy. It’s different, and the potential for a story mode has me really excited since I've been waiting for another story mode for SSBR. This would be the best alternative. 8/10 would recommend.”
“A single-player story mode would've been nice.”
“Holding out hope for that story mode they keep promising.”
“I usually only review games once I've beaten them, but since there's no story mode to beat (at least not yet), I'll go ahead and review the game as of 08/20/18.”
“Fun smash-like, kinda wish there was a short story and a couple more characters.”
- humor7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it super funny, especially in multiplayer settings with friends. The chaotic nature of the gameplay, particularly when multiple characters are on screen, adds to the comedic experience, although some stages struggle to accommodate the resulting mayhem. Overall, the humor is a highlight, providing both laughter and satisfaction through its engaging mechanics.
“I played on arcade alone, but I can see that in multiplayer it must be funny as hell, especially with couch and friends.”
“+ Catching projectiles can be both funny and satisfying.”
“While I commend Early Melon on their ability to pull 8 human and/or AI fighters on one screen to impose absolute hilarious chaos, most stages were not built to hold that many fighters, with maybe two to three stages comfortably able to house that much movement.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
“I expected more laughs, but it just wasn't funny.”
“The jokes are stale and lack originality.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its interesting character designs and unique quirks, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the combination of engaging visuals and dynamic mechanics, contributing to a fun and immersive atmosphere.
“Discovering all the fun quirks of this engine and freestyling combos are two of my favorite things about this game, but the soundtrack, character design, and general game feel are all stellar!”
“The game is fun, with fun character designs and fast gameplay.”
“Interesting character designs.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a captivating atmosphere enhanced by distinct sound design, with each character offering a unique experience and every stage presenting its own immersive environment.
“Great atmosphere and sounds!”
“Each of the characters plays uniquely, and each stage has its own atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly replayable, indicating that it offers engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“Overall, it's a great game, super replayable.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes me want to play again and again.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
