RoShamBo

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RoShamBo is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by Blam! Games LLC and was released on July 14, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Welcome to RoShamBo arena! A brand new FREE arena fighting game, based on a classic rock-paper-scissors! Choose your character out of dozens unique looks, customize your gear, fight other players, knock their teeth out and become the best in RoShamBo Arena!

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Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and light-hearted take on the classic rock-paper-scissors game, making it enjoyable for quick sessions with friends.
The graphics and music are charming, contributing to an overall pleasant aesthetic experience.
It includes character customization and various abilities, adding a layer of strategy to the gameplay.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, requiring real money to compete effectively against other players, which detracts from the overall experience.
It lacks depth and quickly becomes repetitive, making it unsuitable for long gaming sessions.
The matchmaking system is flawed, often pitting players against opponents with significantly higher levels or gear, leading to frustrating gameplay.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily centered around a repetitive and luck-based rock-paper-scissors minigame, which many players find boring and lacking depth. While some appreciate the humorous character setups and upgrades, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is not worth the price, with concerns about pay-to-win mechanics further detracting from the experience.
- “A comical setup of characters and upgrades/gear for your characters makes this one of those games where simple gameplay can be fun.”
- “Observation: I got the starter fighter for free, so my experience was an easier gameplay compared to an average player.”
- “The gameplay could be a little more interesting if it wasn't luck-based only.”
- “A really, really bad rock-paper-scissors minigame that somehow had pay-to-win mechanics shoehorned in, making it feel like a scam to get money from players.”
- “Not worth the price nor the time; the gameplay is just boring (at least 95% luck) and super repetitive.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's hard to argue that there's anything 'great' here.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; some users find them lackluster, attributing this to its mobile origins, while others appreciate the charming aesthetics and character designs. A few players highlight the potential for impressive visuals, especially on high-end systems, but overall, the graphics seem to fall short of expectations for a gaming experience.
- “This game is totally worth it if you want to run your new 1080 to the max; the graphics are insane. You can't play unless you have the best graphics card, but other than that, it's amazing.”
- “Aesthetically speaking, it's quite delightful, with charming graphics and characters, and entertaining music and sound design.”
- “If you want to play a relaxing game with cool graphics, a lot of cool items (and funny items), and 1v1 fights or tournaments... well, this is the game for you!”
- “The graphics are lackluster because this was designed for mobile phones, not gaming PCs.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it genuinely funny and enjoyable, others feel it lacks wit and can be overly verbose. Overall, many appreciate the lighthearted tone and humorous character interactions, making it a fun experience for those seeking a relaxed gaming atmosphere.
- “You can customize your character and enjoy the humorous conversations.”
- “It's very funny! I love it! Roshambo power!!!”
- “If you want to play a relaxing game, easy game, with cool graphics, a lot of cool items (and funny items), with 1v1 fights or tournaments... well, this is the game for you!”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, particularly for free-to-play users who must invest considerable time to earn in-game currency for gear and characters. While there is a variety of content available, many feel that the grinding process can be tedious and is often necessary to progress without spending real money.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You actually can get cash playing, but, of course, in minimal amounts, and as I tried, you can't buy everything up to your level without grinding.”
- “It looks like there is a large variety of gear to get for your character, but it may require some grinding to get everything you want without paying real money.”
- “F2P players will have to do a lot of grinding to earn enough cash to buy those characters, or simply pay real-world money to get them instantly at the beginning of the game.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it charming and fitting for the overall aesthetic. Many reviewers appreciate the sound design, noting that it enhances the gaming experience and contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “I like that the music suits the game.”
- “Aesthetically speaking, it's quite delightful, with charming graphics and characters, and entertaining music and sound design.”
- “On one hand, this has art and music and works.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is extensive, requiring over 1000 hours to complete, which may lead to frustration for players who feel underpowered in PvP scenarios against wealthier opponents. The narrative seems to encourage grinding through missions, but this can create an imbalance in competitive play.
- “Warning: You will need over 1000 hours to finish the main story.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report mixed experiences with stability, noting occasional glitches that can disrupt gameplay. Some players feel that their power level may trigger these issues, suggesting that certain exploits may contribute to instability. Overall, while the game is playable, it is not without its technical hiccups.
- “I guess I'm too powerful, or they're mad I accidentally exploited one of their glitches. Speaking of which, sometimes the game glitched on me on my computer.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the game evokes strong emotions, reinforcing their feelings and validating their experiences.
- “Playing this game made me feel completely validated in my emotions.”
- “The emotional depth of the story resonated with me on a personal level.”
- “I was moved to tears by the characters' journeys and their struggles.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is heavily criticized for being laden with intrusive microtransactions, leading many users to feel that it is not truly free to play.
- “As mentioned, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Pretty awful game plagued with microtransactions.”