Santa Rockstar

About

"Santa Rockstar" is a guitar rhythm game where you play as a heavy metal-loving Santa, traveling the world and performing rock/metal versions of classic Christmas carols. With a band of reindeer and a custom-made soundtrack, shred guitar solos, deliver gifts, and party through the holidays. This game offers a unique and rock-filled twist on traditional Christmas carols, making it a great gift for those who prefer to celebrate the season with a little more headbanging.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 139 reviews

music14 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and entertaining premise with a great soundtrack of rock versions of Christmas songs.
Many players found the game to be a fun and humorous experience, especially when played casually with friends.
Despite its flaws, some players appreciated the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic rhythm games like Guitar Hero.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including input lag, freezing, and difficulty in getting guitar controllers to work properly.
Players noted a lack of content, with only a limited number of tracks available, leading to a short gameplay experience.
The controls and calibration are often frustrating, making the game less enjoyable for those expecting a smooth rhythm game experience.

music
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
66%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and enjoyable Christmas-themed rock and metal renditions, providing a refreshing alternative to typical holiday tunes. However, many players report significant technical issues, such as songs failing to load and problematic input mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, making the game worth trying for fans of rhythm games and festive music.
- “This game has one of, if not the best, soundtracks I have ever heard, and it is funny as hell.”
- “Nailing those notes felt like a victory lap around the globe, and the energy of the music was infectious!”
- “The soundtrack consists almost entirely of metal renditions of public domain Christmas songs.”
- “You start a song and it just loads forever.”
- “Normally I would judge a game on its gameplay, but there's no game to even play since the songs don't load.”
- “There are only 15 songs in the game, and you can beat it in just over half an hour.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its addictive nature and similarity to classic rhythm games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band, while others criticize technical issues such as song loading failures and limited song selection, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, controls are noted to be less enjoyable on keyboard or standard controllers, impacting the gameplay experience negatively for some players.
- “This game will never be topped by any game to ever exist, and the developers of this game might have created something incredibly addictive with how engaging this gameplay is.”
- “I am still in absolute shock after a long 15 minutes of gameplay.”
- “The game's gameplay feels almost identical to the games it is inspired by, and the graphics and cutscenes look straight out of the Guitar Hero series, capturing the feeling quite well.”
- “Normally I would judge a game on its gameplay, but there's no game to even play since the songs don't load.”
- “There are only about 15 songs to play, which gives you roughly an hour of gameplay.”
- “Settings can hardly be changed because the game thinks the left arrow is pressed all the time throughout the entire gameplay.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The graphics of the game have received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many users praising their charm and nostalgic connection to the Guitar Hero series. While some describe the visuals as "absolutely stellar" and "pure magic," others note that they are not groundbreaking but still satisfactory for the game's concept. Overall, the graphics complement the fun atmosphere and music, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The graphics and music were absolutely splendid, like the twinkling lights of the North Pole.”
- “The graphics are better than any other AAA game ever to exist.”
- “The graphics and cutscenes look straight out of the Guitar Hero series and capture the feeling quite well.”
- “The graphics aren't amazing, but I honestly think they look absolutely fine and don't look any worse than games like GH3.”
- “The game's gameplay feels almost identical to the games it is inspired by, and the graphics and cutscenes look straight out of the Guitar Hero series, capturing the feeling quite well.”
- “So, thanks for some short, metal, Christmas guitar tunes and visuals!”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and engaging, complemented by a fun soundtrack and amusing visuals. Characters like "buff Santa" and humorous dialogue contribute to the overall comedic experience, eliciting laughter and emotional responses from players.
- “This game has one of, if not the best soundtrack I have ever heard, and it is funny as hell.”
- “Also, Buff Santa is funny.”
- “The music is fun, and the art and graphics are funny to look at.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's story is generally seen as enjoyable and carries a meaningful moral about perseverance, but some players experienced technical issues that hindered their ability to engage with it fully. While the narrative has its fun moments, the lack of dynamic storytelling elements in certain parts left some users wanting more.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “It's understandable considering the price and all, but even some static scenes continuing the ridiculous story would've been nice.”
- “The story is fun.”
- “I don't know if I'm impatient or not, but I tried doing story mode like three times (the first zone) and it failed to start like it should; I would just be watching Santa and the reindeer doing nothing.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I was really looking forward to the narrative, but it ended up being predictable and uninspired.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be profoundly impactful, eliciting a wide range of feelings from laughter to tears, and creating an epic experience that resonates deeply.
- “It was honestly epic; the tears I cried, the blood that bled.”
- “It made me laugh; it made me cry.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stellar graphics and music, effectively capturing the essence of the gameplay experience. Reviewers feel it successfully immerses players in the intended mood and ambiance, enhancing overall enjoyment.
- “The graphics, music, and atmosphere are absolutely stellar 👌.”
- “Overall, I think the game does what it wants to very well and captures the whole atmosphere and feeling of playing a horror game, which is great.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report issues with stability, noting that the game frequently freezes, particularly after failing in quick play mode.
- “The game frequently freezes after a failure in quick play.”
- “I've experienced numerous crashes during gameplay, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “Stability issues are rampant; I can't complete a single session without the game crashing.”