Rustbucket Rumble

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Rustbucket Rumble is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Reactor Zero and was released on May 4, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Rustbuckle Rumble is a side-scrolling, team-based, arena combat game - WITH ROBOTS! Inspiration for the mechanics was taken from classic run and gun games mixed with more modern, class-based, multiplayer shooters. It’s capture-the-flag where the players are the flags. Games are fast as you battle your opponents, turn them into scrap, and return them to your base, recycling them for parts before th…

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Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Rustbucket Rumble offers a unique and fun gameplay experience with a creative concept of recycling defeated enemies to build a giant robot.
The game features a charming retro art style and a variety of weapons that enhance the chaotic arena battles.
It's a great option for casual gaming sessions with friends, providing fast-paced action and humor.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and often resulting in long wait times.
Connection issues and poor netcode lead to frequent disconnections and lag, detracting from the overall experience.
Limited character availability and clunky controls can frustrate players, especially those accustomed to more modern gameplay mechanics.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by solid and interesting mechanics, drawing inspiration from popular titles like Smash Bros and arcade shooters, which adds a unique charm. However, it suffers from low player engagement, awkward controls, and latency issues, leading to a lack of tactical depth and content compared to other games in the genre. While the tutorial levels provide a glimpse of fun gameplay, they are often the only experience available due to the limited player base.
- “The mechanics are solid and interesting, while the art style is unique and charming.”
- “Good game, fun gameplay.”
- “The developers have combined mechanical elements from games like the Smash Bros series and arcadey 2D shooters, and polished it off with a nice clean graphical style, akin to something like Team Fortress.”
- “The tutorial levels are literally the only gameplay you can experience in this game on most days, and I wouldn't be surprised if there was a website somewhere on the internet that kept record of the best times for these tutorials.”
- “Having to stop moving and then aim in 8 cardinal directions is a dated mechanic that was abandoned for a reason; we aren't limited to joysticks anymore.”
- “Rustbucket Rumble is a 2D team-based shooter with dated visuals, poor controls, and overall bare-bones gameplay that does not bring anything new to its genre and lacks content when compared to others in its genre.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique and charming art style reminiscent of Team Fortress 2, while others criticize the visuals as dated and lacking polish. Despite a clean graphical presentation, players note issues with character movement and overall gameplay experience, leading to a perception of the graphics as subpar.
- “The mechanics are solid and interesting, while the art style is unique and charming.”
- “The developers have combined mechanical elements from games like the Smash Bros series and arcade-style 2D shooters, and polished it off with a nice clean graphical style, akin to something like Team Fortress.”
- “Visually pleasing art style.”
- “It is a waste of space and it's hard to move the character, and the graphics are not that good.”
- “The graphics are lame.”
- “Rustbucket Rumble is a 2D team-based shooter with dated visuals, poor controls, and overall bare-bones gameplay that does not bring anything new to its genre and lacks content when compared to others in its genre.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its engaging and unique narrative, drawing comparisons to other notable titles like Oddworld and The Neverhood, which suggests a creative and memorable experience for players.
- “The game features a captivating story that draws you in from the very beginning.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
- “I was truly invested in the storyline, which kept me engaged and eager to see what happened next.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many finding it funny; however, the enjoyment can be significantly hindered by technical issues, such as lag during host selection, which detracts from the overall entertainment value.
- “This game is very funny.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect, noting that it requires significant effort to unlock characters, which can only be permanently obtained through a paid bundle rather than through in-game currency. This system contrasts with other games where grinding can yield characters without additional costs.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Unlike MOBAs where you can earn characters by grinding for coins, the only way to permanently unlock characters is to pay for the debut bundle, which includes all characters at launch and costs roughly 300 PHP (around 5-10 USD).”