A Very Good Homage to Road Rash
Road Redemption is a nice diversion that is simple to grasp but quite tricky to complete. The music is catchy, the graphics are clear if a uninspiring and there's enough to unlock to keep coming back, even if you eventually manage to consistently conquer the campaign.
It can be unfair at times (from vehicles coming out of nowhere because your view is blocked due to being at an angle to enemies hitting really hard at the later stages) and it can be a bit too chaotic at times. Also the stages can sometimes feel like a slog to get through.
But overall it knows what to offer, the execution is very good and there is a satisfaction of eventually getting better (due to unlocking buffs and passives for your driver and bike) each time. Plus the online mode is fun in short bursts too.
Rating 8/10
Road Redemption is a nice diversion that is simple to grasp but quite tricky to complete. The music is catchy, the graphics are clear if a uninspiring and there's enough to unlock to keep coming back, even if you eventually manage to consistently conquer the campaign.
It can be unfair at times (from vehicles coming out of nowhere because your view is blocked due to being at an angle to enemies hitting really hard at the later stages) and it can be a bit too chaotic at times. Also the stages can sometimes feel like a slog to get through.
But overall it knows what to offer, the execution is very good and there is a satisfaction of eventually getting better (due to unlocking buffs and passives for your driver and bike) each time. Plus the online mode is fun in short bursts too.
Rating 8/10
Definitely unpolished and the budget shows, but that kind of just adds to the charm. It's a really great evolution of the Road Rash formula with a lot of cool ideas that are implemented in interesting (or sometimes awkward) ways. I finished my first clear run today and I know I'm just gonna keep playing it for a long while. It feels good, even when it's breaking.