Rumble Arena

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Rumble Arena is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Rekall Games and was released on June 7, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

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graphics4 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Rumble Arena offers a fun and dynamic platform fighting experience, especially enjoyable when played with friends.
The game features a diverse roster of characters, each with unique fighting styles, enhancing replayability and engagement.
The developers are active in the community, frequently updating the game and responding to player feedback, which shows their commitment to improvement.

The game suffers from poor controls and floaty movement, making it difficult for players to execute precise actions during matches.
Microtransactions and a confusing character unlock system detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players.
The game has a low player base, resulting in matches often being against bots, which diminishes the competitive aspect.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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72%
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The gameplay in Rumble Arena features enjoyable mechanics like the airdodge cancel, but is marred by issues such as floaty movement and glitches, leading to a mixed reception. While some players appreciate the fun tech and core gameplay elements, others criticize the monetization practices and overall execution, suggesting that the game lacks the polish of more premium titles. Despite these drawbacks, the developers are noted for their receptiveness to feedback, indicating potential for future improvements.
- “I really like the airdodge cancel mechanic.”
- “Surprisingly fun platform fighter with air rushing mechanics similar to an anime fighter.”
- “Rumble Arena has a lot of the classic mechanics you'd find in a platform fighter such as air dodging, aerials, smash moves, etc. The game is currently a bit floaty when it comes to movement, much more reminiscent of some of the newer Smash titles than older ones like Melee.”
- “There's definitely a solid game in here, but it's everything that surrounds the gameplay itself that makes it tough to recommend.”
- “The gameplay is pretty poor and there are a ton of glitches.”
- “Not only that, but almost the entire gameplay was floaty.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users describing them as shallow and unappealing, particularly in the user interface and main menu. However, others note that the visuals can be impressive when set to high settings, especially during matches, and express optimism for future improvements as the game is still in development. Overall, while there are significant areas for enhancement, there are glimpses of potential in the graphics.
- “The graphics (when set to high) are amazing and I'm glad to see how well it ported over from mobile!”
- “- graphics in matches are awesome”
- “- the UI and graphics still need improvement, though it's looking promising for its early development.”
- “The game visuals and the game itself are incredibly shallow... think of them as the cabinet dress theme on a poker machine at the casino.”
- “I think that graphically speaking, the game isn't anything to write home about, but as this game is still a work in progress, it is to be expected.”
- “The game really needs to upgrade the graphics in the user interface (UI) of the main menu and also on the character select screen.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game as excessively time-consuming and frustrating, with many feeling that it requires an unreasonable amount of effort or money to unlock characters and modes. The monetization model is seen as exploitative, with high costs for characters and minimal rewards for gameplay, leading to a negative overall experience. Many users express dissatisfaction with the lack of meaningful progression, making the grind feel pointless.
- “It's a cheap free-to-play game, and unlike Multiversus, which has a lot to enjoy even with the pay-to-win aspects, this game almost entirely requires hours of grinding and lots of money to spend to play even a second character or a new game mode.”
- “The monetization is atrocious: this game wants you to spend upwards of 10 dollars per character, and the only thing it tells you about them is a bunch of meaningless numbers like 'attack' and 'recovery.' Oh sure, you could unlock everything for free, if you want to spend thousands of hours grinding matches. For perspective: a character costs 1000 coins, and in my first match, I got 25.”
- “When I redownloaded the game, all my progress was gone (I had unlocked all the characters at the time), so I am going to again be uninstalling this game because there is no point in grinding a mediocre game when I have already done it in the past.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story mode is perceived as goofy and underdeveloped, primarily serving as a vehicle for earning free items rather than delivering a compelling narrative. While it includes quests and daily rewards that enhance gameplay, the overall story experience is considered lacking.
- “The story mode is goofy and underdeveloped; it seems more like a way to get free items than anything else.”
- “The only reason it works in Brawl is because there are quests that make getting money easier, daily rewards, and a trial system that automatically gives you a couple of characters to test every week.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably lacking, with numerous glitches reported by users that significantly detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is pretty poor and there are a ton of glitches.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered lacking, with users expressing disappointment in this aspect.
- “The game is lacking in the music department.”
- “The soundtrack fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
- “The music feels repetitive and uninspired.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be highly entertaining and humorous, noting that while it has room for improvement and could benefit from a larger player base, its comedic elements stand out as a significant strength.
- “Wow, this game is really good! It needs some improvements and more players, but it's so funny.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations throughout the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is heavily criticized as exploitative, with players required to spend significant amounts of money—up to $10 per character—while offering little meaningful information about the characters. Additionally, the option to unlock content for free is deemed unrealistic, as it would require an excessive amount of grinding, making the overall approach feel like a cash grab.
- “This is a dead, abandoned early access mobile cash grab scam. The developers chose to avoid publishing the game under early access to mislead and scam gamers, similar to tactics used by many mobile developers.”
- “The monetization is atrocious: this game wants you to spend upwards of $10 per character, and all it provides are meaningless numbers like 'attack' and 'recovery.' Sure, you could unlock everything for free, but that would require spending thousands of hours grinding matches. For perspective: a character costs 1000 coins, and in my first match, I only earned 25.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the frustration players feel when executing special moves or advanced techniques, as unintended actions can disrupt gameplay and lead to disappointment. This unpredictability can evoke strong feelings, ranging from excitement to irritation, depending on the player's control and mastery of the mechanics.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the complexity and creativity of the character designs, noting that they add depth and intrigue to the overall character development experience.
- “The character designs are pretty complex and fun to figure out.”