ROUNDS

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ROUNDS is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Landfall and was released on April 1, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"ROUNDS" is a frenetic action game where players duel with a wide variety of powerups, from shotgun-rocket-launchers to heat-seeking bouncy missiles. The game features over 65 unique powerups, 70+ maps, customizable characters, and online and local multiplayer options. Its defining feature is the "Noodle Arm" system, allowing players to flail their arms to assert dominance and control their characters. Twitch-based matchmaking is also available for a unique viewing experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 38,018 reviews

humor1.1k positive mentions

stability190 negative mentions

humor
1,088 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players consistently praising its chaotic and absurd moments that lead to uncontrollable laughter, especially when playing with friends. The combination of quirky character designs, unpredictable gameplay mechanics, and the ability to create outrageous builds contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players engaged and entertained. While some users noted that the humor can become repetitive over time, the overall consensus is that the game provides countless hilarious moments, particularly when enhanced with mods.
- “The whole time we played we were laughing because of some inevitably stupid thing that happened, likely from a weird upgrade combo.”
- “Rounds is a party game which brings so much variety to its core design that it creates a funny and never tiring experience with friends.”
- “This game has made me laugh harder than anything in a long time.”
- “Good game, if death isn't funny.”
gameplay
734 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Rounds" is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic nature, combining simple mechanics with deep strategic elements through a card-based power-up system. Players enjoy the variety of builds and the fun of multiplayer matches, especially with friends, while the modding community enhances the experience further. However, some users note issues with balance, bugs, and a lack of long-term engagement, particularly in solo play.
- “So fun with friends and a thriving modding community, and a simple but ingenious gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is tight and very responsive.”
- “The sheer variety of cards ensures that no two matches are ever the same, keeping the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “But here's where rounds truly becomes a cancerous growth on your sanity: the gameplay.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and unoriginal, offering nothing new or exciting to the table.”
- “The blocking mechanic ruins the game.”
graphics
298 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the bright, colorful art style and nostalgic pixelated aesthetics, while others report performance issues and a lack of graphical options that can lead to lag on lower-end systems. Some users find the visuals charming and fitting for the gameplay, but there are complaints about intense graphical effects causing headaches or motion sickness. Overall, while the graphics are generally seen as appealing, there is a strong desire for more customization and optimization options to enhance performance across various hardware configurations.
- “Let's start with the visuals: bright, cheerful, and designed to lull you into a false sense of security.”
- “Visual aesthetics - stunning graphics.”
- “The game sports a charming, minimalist aesthetic that is both colorful and visually appealing.”
- “This game made me aware that I might have epilepsy by inducing a headache from its visuals.”
- “There's one big complaint though, on my laptop I experienced major game-breaking slowdowns every time a certain graphical effect was in play (the one where the 'terrain' of the level kind of flickers in a triangular shape), and the graphical effect on the upgrade where the bullets do more damage the farther they travel was so large that you couldn't see what was happening on the screen.”
- “I have whiskey lake graphics and for a simple game it kind of lags and destroys my experience; I bought it because I thought my notebook could handle it. I hope the dev adds some advanced options to remove/lower all extra graphical detail features.”
replayability
208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game "Rounds" is widely praised for its exceptional replayability, with many users highlighting its addictive nature and the variety of builds and card combinations available. While some players note that it can become repetitive without mods, the modding community significantly enhances the experience, offering nearly infinite replay value. Overall, it is considered a must-play for those seeking quick, fun, and chaotic gameplay with friends.
- “This game has near infinite replayability.”
- “Rounds provides countless hours of replayability with friends, and endless funny moments, however you must be willing to spend some time to set up mods and to deal with the jank that the mods bring.”
- “The replayability is incredibly high and I find myself coming back to this game repeatedly after short breaks here and there.”
- “Limited replayability for now, but you can definitely get a few hours of fun out of it.”
- “Mods are needed to give the game more replayability than a typical flash game, not even with the Steam Workshop, so it makes organizing a session with friends even harder.”
- “I'm not sure how replayable it will be; playing online against a random got boring quite fast.”
stability
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with many users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and lag issues that can disrupt gameplay and online matchmaking. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus is that it suffers from significant stability issues that detract from the experience. Frequent crashes, UI glitches, and inconsistent performance are common complaints, indicating a need for more robust updates and fixes.
- “It's pretty good and actually not buggy.”
- “This game is not buggy.”
- “Game is relatively bug free too, apart from this one match where I suddenly became invincible and my bullets had infinite collision, along with both of us being orange.”
- “This game is a buggy mess but, it's Landfall who made it so it's expected.”
- “Let me emphasize 'all of the time.' Multiplayer matchmaking is buggy half of the time you are searching for a match and more often than not requires a restart of the game to quickly get into a match.”
- “Online matchmaking has become so buggy that it's not worth it anymore.”
story
148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews for the "story" aspect of the game are largely mixed, with many users noting the absence of a traditional narrative. Some highlight a compelling and engaging storyline, while others mention a cryptic and unique story that encourages exploration of different endings. Overall, the consensus leans towards the game being more focused on gameplay mechanics than a deep narrative experience.
- “Compelling storyline - engaging narrative.”
- “I have never seen such a complex, character-driven story told through the medium of video games.”
- “We wanted to do a deep story with complex, rich, emotionally charged characters who were very different from each other.”
- “✅ this game has no story”
- “ like playing goat sim for the story”
- “ like playing temple runners for the story”
optimization
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting poor performance, stuttering, and crashes, particularly on lower-end PCs. While some recent updates have improved stability and performance, the overall consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, often requiring mods for better performance and quality of life enhancements. Players recommend waiting for further optimization patches before purchasing, especially for those with less powerful hardware.
- “Overall a very good game, graphics are nice, and the performance is really good.”
- “The newest update optimized a lot of the game, and it's fixed the crashing issues (at least for me).”
- “I look forward to future updates that enhance optimization.”
- “Performance is astonishingly bad.”
- “How completely un-optimized this game is, is an absolute travesty.”
- “The optimization is the worst I have seen.”
music
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its upbeat and energetic soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, while others find it repetitive and annoying, particularly the menu music. Many appreciate the variety and intensity of the background music, which adds to the game's atmosphere, although some note that certain sound effects can become grating over time. Overall, the soundtrack is often described as a highlight, contributing positively to the game's enjoyment despite some criticisms.
- “The game’s soundtrack is upbeat and energetic, setting the perfect tone for the fast-paced action.”
- “The soundtrack is also amazing as it brings a good vibe to the game, even if you are losing.”
- “The music is absolutely banging.”
- “It's a mix of upbeat music that soon becomes a repetitive, mind-numbing loop, punctuated by the incessant sound effects of cute creatures that you'll soon grow to despise as they mock your failures.”
- “- menu music sometimes plays during match at the same time as the combat music, which is incredibly distracting.”
- “The music is like being trapped in a poorly auto-tuned elevator; I never knew I could get so mad sitting down and doing absolutely nothing.”
grinding
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized, with many players feeling that it requires an excessive time commitment, often likening it to needing "a second life" to keep up. While some enjoy the game, they find the grind tedious and frustrating, especially when competing against more dedicated players. Overall, the grind can detract from the fun, making it more enjoyable when played with friends rather than in competitive settings.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's a really fun game, but if you go online without grinding the game for 500+ hours, you will get clapped and cussed out.”
- “Verdict - after trying most of the interesting builds and getting good at gun mechanics, the game became tedious for me. However, it does not deny the fact that there are still a lot of entertaining features, but the presence of dull character physics, only one currently available solo game mode, and a few more gameplay drawbacks lead me to the conclusion to not recommend the game in its current state.”
emotional
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a wide range of intense emotions while engaging with the game, from laughter and joy to frustration and sadness, often triggered by interactions with friends and the game's mechanics. The narrative aims to deliver a deep, emotionally charged experience through complex characters, leading to unexpected feelings that resonate strongly with players. However, some express a desire to avoid the game in the future due to the emotional toll it takes.
- “I cried.”
- “I cried, I laughed, but mostly I started hating my friend for picking the homing bullets card.”
- “This game made me feel emotions I did not know existed.”
monetization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it as a cash grab filled with microtransactions, while others appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and additional purchases, highlighting a fair and enjoyable experience. Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some players finding it fun and engaging without the typical monetization pitfalls.
- “Edit: this game is my game of the year! No microtransactions or any nonsense, just get it and play with your buddies.”
- “Use r2modman to mod rounds vs Thunderstore, as it's open source and has no ads!”
- “In-game purchases are straightforward and not intrusive.”
- “It's a shallow, hollow experience that feels like a cash grab from start to finish.”
- “Microtransactions - in-game purchases.”
- “Game looks like the free mobile game that has ads every 5 seconds, but it actually is good and a lot of fun.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is described as immersive and captivating, enhanced by pixelated retro graphics that evoke nostalgia and an arcade-like feel. Reviewers note a balance of lightheartedness and intensity, contributing to an engaging experience that encourages laughter among players.
- “Immersive atmosphere - captivating environment.”
- “The atmosphere this game creates is both light and intense, and will get the homies laughing.”
- “Pixelated and retro graphics that create a nostalgic and arcade-like atmosphere.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted as exceptional, with each character exhibiting distinct personality and charm, contributing to an engaging and memorable experience.