The Rocky Horror Show Video Game
- October 20, 2024
- FreakZone Games
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Get on itch.io Store"The Rocky Horror Show Video Game" is a retro-style platformer that lets you experience the strange journey of Brad and Janet through Frank N Furter's mansion. With challenging platforming action, infinite retries, and 8-bit chiptune renditions of the musical's iconic songs, prepare for a wild and wacky adventure. Be warned, however, that the game's tricks and traps may drive you insane.
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Reviews
- The game is a fun and charming homage to the Rocky Horror Picture Show, featuring great 8-bit graphics and a catchy chiptune soundtrack.
- It offers a mix of nostalgia for retro platformers and humor, making it enjoyable for fans of the film.
- Despite its short length, the game provides a challenging experience with some clever level design and callbacks to the source material.
- The game is very short, typically taking only about an hour to complete, which may not justify its price for some players.
- Gameplay can feel repetitive, with limited enemy variety and some poorly designed boss fights that detract from the overall experience.
- There are a few bugs and glitches present, and the lack of additional features like achievements or a multiplayer mode leaves the game feeling barebones.
- music37 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, particularly for its faithful and enjoyable 8-bit renditions of beloved tracks from the "Rocky Horror Picture Show." Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, often stating that it is the main reason to play the game, despite its short length and mixed gameplay experiences. Overall, fans of the musical will likely find the chiptune soundtrack to be a delightful and nostalgic highlight.
“While it was interesting to see all of the characters transformed into 8-bit sprites and the entire soundtrack turned into chip tunes, that's where the novelty ends.”
“No music player for the tracks (which are the best part of the game!), no karaoke sing-along option.”
“Even if you like this musical, the game is hardly worth more than a couple of bucks.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a straightforward, classic side-scrolling experience reminiscent of titles like Mario and Mega Man, featuring a carrying items mechanic. While some players find it fun and challenging, others criticize it for being uninspired and repetitive, with a short playtime of about 45-90 minutes and minimal replay value. Overall, the gameplay is seen as basic, appealing to those seeking a quick, nostalgic experience but lacking depth for more seasoned gamers.
“Its a short game if you are looking for something brief to play, and it's full of fun mechanics.”
“The gameplay was super fun and very challenging.”
“Relatively short game (about 1.5 hours) but great gameplay with a banger of a chiptune soundtrack!”
“The gameplay loop is less complex than their older games.”
“Uninspired gameplay, repetitive stages you replay as different characters, and a length of 45-60 minutes with no extras or replay value.”
“Everyone else will be bored by the lack of gameplay and confused by the incomprehensible plot.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the charming 8-bit style that evokes nostalgia for classic platformers. While some players feel the visuals alone may not justify the price, others appreciate the combination of appealing graphics and an engaging chiptune soundtrack, particularly fans of the Rocky Horror Show. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's retro aesthetic and enhance the overall experience.
“The music is exactly what I wanted, lovely 8-bit versions of the songs we know and love from the show. The graphics give that old school feel we sometimes miss, and overall, for the price of entry, it's a good way to spend an hour.”
“The graphics are great and the chiptune soundtrack is incredible.”
“It has wonderfully crafted 8-bit graphics and chiptune renditions of all the legendary songs.”
“It might be that I have zero nostalgia for NES-type platformers, but this was borderline terrible.”
“The graphics give that old school feel we sometimes miss, but overall, it feels lacking.”
“The visuals are disappointing and do not live up to modern standards.”
- story9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story closely mirrors the plot of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," offering players a quirky and engaging experience as they navigate through various character perspectives. While the narrative is enjoyable and filled with humorous moments, some players feel underwhelmed by the lack of additional missions or side quests, limiting replayability. Overall, it serves as a fun tribute to classic platformers, particularly for fans of the original film.
“I was very surprised at how many story beats are translated to the game.”
“I loved being a part of the story and playing through as the various characters.”
“If you want to enjoy a quirky story with hilarious moments thrown in, all wrapped in a loving tribute to NES platformers, this is a game to get.”
“It's going to be an average, but very short platformer with a very weird story.”
“I have a deep love for RHPS, so I am a little bit underwhelmed that the only thing I can do is restart and play through again instead of maybe having extra missions or more parts from the movie that you can complete as a sort of side mission.”
“I have a deep love for RHPS, so I am a little bit underwhelmed that the only thing I can do is restart and play through again instead of maybe having extra missions or more parts from the movie that you can complete as a sort of side mission.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever meta references and nostalgic nods to NES platformers, providing both fun and challenge. Players report moments of uncontrollable laughter, highlighting the game's quirky storytelling and consistently funny moments throughout. Overall, it delivers a delightful blend of humor that enhances the gaming experience.
“It's both fun and challenging, and the meta humor is on point.”
“Excellent humor - great NES references thrown in.”
“There were moments where I had to stop to catch my breath because I was laughing so hard.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is marked by some bugs and glitches, particularly during specific levels and boss fights, which can disrupt gameplay. While these issues are present, they do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“A couple of glitches (the game crashed in Janet's Castle level for me).”
“Some of the platforming is a bit tricky, and I had a few glitches during some boss fights, but nothing that disrupted this absolute pleasure.”
“A bit buggy and short, and I wish there were achievements or a multiplayer mode.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, with many users noting uninspired gameplay and repetitive stages that require replaying as different characters. With a playtime of only 45-60 minutes and no additional content, it may be best to wait for a sale unless you're a dedicated fan of the film.
“Just be aware that you aren't getting much, if any, replayability for your money. Wait for a sale unless you're such a massive super fan of the film that you can't wait.”
“Uninspired gameplay, repetitive stages you replay as different characters, and a length of 45-60 minutes with no extras or replay value.”
