Rule No. 1

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Rule No. 1 is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by Walk Without Rhythm Games and was released on July 8, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

A silky smooth Arena First Person Shooter with a prime focus on game-feel. Massacre waves of sentient metallic geometry and their monster compatriots as you fight for your Hi-Score!

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 385 reviews

music75 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a variety of game modes and a charming protagonist.
Great art style and soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Affordable price point makes it a good value for casual gaming sessions.

Lack of audio cues for enemies can lead to frustrating deaths and a chaotic gameplay experience.
Recent updates have removed the ability to choose weapons, which has negatively impacted gameplay.
Some technical issues, such as bugs and performance problems, need to be addressed for a smoother experience.

music
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
31%
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The music in the game has received widespread praise for its vibrant and engaging soundtrack, which complements the colorful visuals and fast-paced gameplay. Players appreciate the variety of tracks available, with many describing the music as fun, catchy, and well-produced, enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, some users noted limitations in the selection and functionality of in-game music options, suggesting room for improvement.
- “The soundtrack is a good complement to the fast-paced gameplay as well.”
- “First off, the soundtrack is simply awesome; turning on the music makes everything better.”
- “The music is great, and from my perspective as a music producer, it is well-produced as well.”
- “There is background music, footsteps, gun sounds, and one-liners, but there is no enemy audio besides death and hit sounds.”
- “A great score-hunting game that I will play a lot more, but I really want to be able to see what I select and want to hear that music!”
- “A personal suggestion to the devs - keep music selection going through the main menu and actual combat.”
gameplay
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
47%
4%
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet addictive, featuring a fast-paced horde mode that keeps players engaged with its smooth mechanics and satisfying gunplay. While the visuals and sound design enhance the experience, some players suggest improvements such as unique weapon abilities and clearer gameplay instructions. Overall, the game offers a fun and frantic experience, reminiscent of classic shooters, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
- “Really good and flow-inducing gameplay with some fun artwork, music, and visual design.”
- “Very good gameplay, satisfying gunplay, and good, semi-tactical positioning was incentivized to compete with the enemies and climb the levels.”
- “The gameplay keeps you constantly on edge and in a panic, leaving you seconds of reaction time to make your play as you keep dashing, dodging, and shooting your way through each wave.”
- “The game lacks some seriously needed clarity in a few different key areas of gameplay.”
- “My only gripe is that sprinting is not the default speed, or at least not an option to have on automatically. I feel that the game would improve majorly from this small change and have gameplay akin to modern Doom, if not even better.”
- “The gameplay is simplistic, frenetic, and doesn't want for much despite being in early release.”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
52%
5%
The game's graphics are praised for their vibrant artwork and charming style, contributing to an engaging experience, even if some players note a mix of pixelated and old-school elements. Many appreciate the fun visuals and character designs, particularly in the context of the game's niche themes, while others suggest that a more coherent graphic style could enhance its appeal. Overall, the combination of appealing visuals, satisfying sound design, and unlockable artwork adds to the game's personality and enjoyment.
- “The game is fun, the artwork is awesome and it's reasonably priced so it gets the thumbs up from me.”
- “Great visuals and funny dialogue.”
- “The flashy visuals with the high action music make for a very satisfying experience.”
- “- in-game graphics are pixelated, basic, and old school.”
- “the mix between pixel art and 3D objects is interesting, but it feels more like a bunch of premade assets. It would probably make the game a lot more inviting for new players if it had a coherent graphic style and color palette.”
- “Although I'm not sure why there are graphics settings lower than 'ultra.' If your PC was made in the last 20 years, you can run this on max settings.”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its engaging and entertaining references, cheeky one-liners, and amusing character quips that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of fun visuals, voice acting, and comedic elements, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere perfect for casual gameplay. The humor, often described as sexy and playful, adds an enjoyable layer to the arcade shooter experience.
- “Fun game, interesting and funny references to keep you engaged for a while if you just want an arcade shooter to turn your brain off for a while.”
- “The music is perfect for the setting, and the quips the girl throws out as you play are actually funny and entertaining.”
- “It's got interesting music, quite intense combat and a protagonist that has some rather funny and cheeky one-liners.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and performance drops to 1 fps during gameplay, particularly when shooting. Users express frustration over the need to restart the game to resolve these bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I would love to play this game to chill, but not when it freezes and gets stuck at 1 FPS every time you shoot.”
- “I did notice some improvement, but then it freezes again, and I'm not going to restart the game every time, so that's too bad.”
- “The only downside is that the game is rather buggy at the moment.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Players express a desire for a dedicated story mode to enhance character background and overall narrative depth, indicating that the current content feels lacking in storytelling elements. There is hope for future updates to address these narrative gaps.
- “I would like to see this game have a story mode so we can get more background on the characters. I'm hoping more content will be made in the future.”
- “The only thing I would improve in this game, besides the possible story mode, would be having some cues for the zombies and other objects in the game.”
- “I would like to see this game have a story mode so we (or at least I want to) can get more background on the characters. I'm hoping more content will be made in the future.”
- “The only thing that I would improve in this game, besides the possible story mode, would be having some cues for the zombies and other objects in the game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players suggest that introducing a mode with random enemy waves could enhance replayability, but the absence of audio detracts from the overall experience, leading to feelings of detachment and unfairness that may ultimately hinder long-term engagement with the game.
- “A mode with random enemy waves could also increase replayability!”
- “The lack of audio also makes you feel detached from the combat, and the sense of unfairness it creates will probably be what kills its replayability.”
- “A mode with random enemy waves could also increase replayability.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The optimization of the game is praised for its smooth performance, contributing to an energetic and engaging experience. Players express a desire for more content featuring standout characters, indicating that the optimization enhances their enjoyment of the game.
- “Smooth performance.”
- “There is so much energy in the performance, and I would love to see her in a campaign of her own.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a strong emphasis on cool character design, suggesting that while the visual appeal is notable, there may be less focus on deeper character development or growth throughout the game.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game unsatisfying due to the excessive damage resistance of enemies, which detracts from the enjoyment of gun-play and makes combat feel tedious.
- “Nothing wrong with the weapons, but the amount of damage the cubes and other objects take makes the gunplay feel unsatisfying and grindy.”