Super Rocket Shootout

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Super Rocket Shootout is a single player and multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Oddly Shaped Pixels and was released on July 14, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Super Rocket Shootout is a frantic 2D pixelart brawler game, mixing platformer and fighting mechanics. Charming characters, destructible environments, cool weapons and awesome jetpack make this a blast to play alone or with up-to 4 friends.

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71%Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fast-paced, chaotic, and energetic gameplay that captures the spirit of classic arcade multiplayer brawlers.
Strong local multiplayer experience, providing fun and memorable moments for friends playing together on the same screen.
Colorful pixel-art style with expressive animations and a great soundtrack that enhances the arcade atmosphere.

Vertical mobility and game mechanics can encourage defensive 'circle camping' playstyle, reducing aggressive interaction.
Limited character variety and balance issues, with some powerful special moves creating uneven match outcomes.
Initial technical issues with controls and menus; lack of mouse aiming and clumsy level design can frustrate players.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29% positive mentions, 28% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions
The gameplay focuses on fast-paced, chaotic fun with jetpack-based vertical movement adding a unique twist to traditional 2D arena brawling. While it lacks the mechanical precision and depth of more competitive fighters, it offers surprising nuance in timing and controls, making it enjoyable especially as a casual multiplayer experience. Some critiques highlight its need for refinement to reach its full potential.
- “The jetpack mechanic is central to the game’s identity, adding a vertical dimension that turns arenas into constantly shifting dogfights rather than grounded slugfests.”
- “There is a surprising amount of depth to master in the nuance of the timing and controls of the various combat and movement mechanics.”
- “Others criticize its lack of refinement and depth, especially when compared to more mechanically precise fighting or arena games.”
- “It doesn’t aim for competitive precision or deep mechanical simulation; instead, it prioritizes speed, spectacle, and the kind of disorder that thrives when multiple players are shouting at the same screen.”
- “Gameplay revolves around jetpack-based movement layered onto a traditional 2D arena brawler structure.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions
The story centers on twin criminal misadventures, primarily serving as a backdrop to intense, action-packed gameplay. While the narrative is enjoyable and provides structure, especially in solo mode, it is relatively brief and less dynamic compared to multiplayer experiences. Overall, the story mode delivers a satisfying challenge with responsive controls and engaging elements.
- “The story revolves around a pair of dysfunctional twin criminals whose botched exploits spiral into a series of increasingly ridiculous battles.”
- “I played through the entire solo story mode and was actually pretty impressed with the serious, but fair challenge that the AI provided.”
- “I finished the story mode in about 30 minutes or so and it simply feels good to play, controls respond very well and it is just what I expected when I purchased this game.”
- “The real focus is always on the action, with the story serving as a loose excuse to move players from one explosive confrontation to the next.”
- “In contrast, solo play and story modes feel more limited, offering structure but lacking the same energy that comes from human opponents.”
- “I finished the story mode in about 30 minutes or so.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics feature a colorful pixel-art style with old-school, SNES-inspired visuals and smooth animations that enhance the fast-paced arcade gameplay. While some users wish for more detailed character art like the store banner, the retro aesthetic is generally well-received and contributes to the game's nostalgic appeal.
- “Visually, Super Rocket Shootout embraces a colorful pixel-art style that aligns well with its arcade roots.”
- “Old school graphics, and great animations that make this game different.”
- “Graphics and sounds like in the good ol' days of the Super NES + fast paced, fighting game style explosive action = countless hours of ass-kicking with your friends!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game emphasizes humor and exaggeration, creating a lighthearted and lively atmosphere that prioritizes fun over serious storytelling. Its comedic tone enhances the cooperative experience, making it enjoyable and engaging for players.
- “It sets the tone early: this is a game that values humor, exaggeration, and momentum over seriousness or narrative depth.”
- “Not to mention a good dose of humor :-)”
- “When there's lots of laughing and shouting going on, that's a great co-op game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music is highly praised for its quality and complements the game well, with an awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is awesome.”
- “The music is good, stages are visually clear.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Replayability is highly dependent on individual playstyle and how players choose to engage with the game, leading to varying experiences.

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Super Rocket Shootout is a shooter game. Common tags for Super Rocket Shootout include indie, trading and pixel graphics.

Super Rocket Shootout is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Windows and others.

Super Rocket Shootout was released on July 14, 2017.

Super Rocket Shootout was developed by Oddly Shaped Pixels.

Super Rocket Shootout has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Super Rocket Shootout for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Super Rocket Shootout is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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