RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
- July 17, 2024
- Panda Indie Studio
Hit the road in post-apocalyptic style! Get ready for a high-octane adventure in RPM - Road Punk Mayhem, a top-down vertical shoot’em up that combines intense bullet hell mayhem with cel-shaded style! Inspired by arcade genre classics, RPM - Road Punk Mayhem lets you choose from 3 pilots of questionable sanity as you cruise through post-apocalyptic stages laying waste to enemy vehicles. From ta…
Reviews
- The cell shaded art style is visually appealing and enhances the overall experience.
- The game features a refined 'circle' mechanic and encourages strategic use of bombs to defeat enemies quickly.
- There are multiple pilots to choose from, adding variety to gameplay despite their similar performance.
- The cooldown period for teleporting and bombing can be confusing and requires adjustment.
- The game lacks difficulty options, making the initial stages easy and the final boss encounter disproportionately challenging.
- The instant game over mechanic during the final boss can be frustrating and feels unfair compared to the rest of the game.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its refined "circle" mechanic, which has been effectively integrated into a well-designed arcade format, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience reminiscent of classic shoot 'em ups.
“They really refined their 'circle' mechanic over the years and integrated it into a proper arcade game.”
“I don't have an issue with a game mechanic like that, as many shmups have challenged me to the point of frustration.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
“The difficulty spikes are inconsistent, which can make the experience feel unfair.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a distinctive cell-shaded art style that is well-received by players, contributing to its unique visual appeal.
“I love the cell-shaded art style in this game; it adds a unique charm and vibrancy to the visuals.”
“The graphics are stunning, with a beautifully crafted art style that enhances the overall experience.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed environments make the game visually captivating.”