Road 96

 PlayStation 5
User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 46
  3. Negative: 10 out of 46
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  1. Dytoopro
    May 12, 2022
    8
    Good game, good history I played because I was bored and buyied it idk why the name surprised me and I had so much fun. The history have everything: drama, scares, sad moments, tension, good moments, minigames. Everything
  2. MetaCritSoldOut
    Jun 11, 2022
    6
    I'll take the blame for not doing my research before buying this game. That aside, the game ended up not hitting the mark on voice acting, was buggy, and even on sale it wasn't worth the price tag.
  3. SuperDuck23
    May 22, 2022
    8
    Road 96 is an ambitious game that mostly sticks the landing. The chapters are fun to play through with enough variety and nice character moments to add to the overarching story that develops in an interesting snowball-effect way. It doesn't outstay its welcome and by the end, I was very happy to have experienced it.
  4. JulienMisterHum
    Nov 26, 2022
    4
    Very Dull. I stream everything and this ugly game left me wanting more. I don't understand the love.
  5. MaorGadol
    May 15, 2022
    10
    This game reminds me slightly of Life Is Strange, and for all good reasons. I completed the game (with Platinum trophy) a few days ago, and I must say, it was a fantastic and memorable experience. Story is good, characters are likeable, music makes a beautiful atmosphere... For me Road 96 was absolutely perfect in every way.
  6. pakaraka
    Apr 17, 2022
    7
    Road 96 is one of those games that take me a long time to be able to review.
    As someone who loved the 2012 game "Journey", I can not help but love the idea of a road trip sort of game with a little more plot.
    But unfortunately, the story gave me a hard time escaping the problems we're facing every day.
    Nevertheless, it is quite enjoyable and I've had a lot of fun until now.
  7. sityoazzdown
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Pretty good story game, with very unique gameplay. Interesting characters and mostly interesting side stories. Plays like a roguelike/interactive game, but it is actually pretty linear. Decent overall story, but a pretty underwhelming ending. One of the most unique take to the interactive game genre in the market today, took a while to get the game going, but I really enjoyed it for whatPretty good story game, with very unique gameplay. Interesting characters and mostly interesting side stories. Plays like a roguelike/interactive game, but it is actually pretty linear. Decent overall story, but a pretty underwhelming ending. One of the most unique take to the interactive game genre in the market today, took a while to get the game going, but I really enjoyed it for what it was. It also comes in at a reasonable price, so definately do check it out if you like story games.… Expand
  8. Tunico_
    Jul 25, 2022
    10
    Road 96, é um ótimo jogo. O jogo trás diversas reflexões pesadas enquanto nos apegamos a personagens que no meio de uma trama com diversas camadas, nos lembram que isso ainda é um jogo, e tem diversão. A musica o tempo todo faz com que eu me sinta em um filme dos anos 90, enquanto pra uns ela não combina com o jogo, pra mim ela é o tempo todo precisa. A ambientação funciona muito bem, oRoad 96, é um ótimo jogo. O jogo trás diversas reflexões pesadas enquanto nos apegamos a personagens que no meio de uma trama com diversas camadas, nos lembram que isso ainda é um jogo, e tem diversão. A musica o tempo todo faz com que eu me sinta em um filme dos anos 90, enquanto pra uns ela não combina com o jogo, pra mim ela é o tempo todo precisa. A ambientação funciona muito bem, o jogo não demora pra te convencer que existe todo tipo de pessoa, e que pra sobreviver na estrada você tem que se adaptar ao máximo. Gosto como os personagens se relacionam, e de como a ação de uns influencia na vida dos outros, tive apenas 1 bug enquanto estava jogando, porém nada grave. Fazia tempo que um jogo não me emocionava tanto.… Expand
  9. Catqoil
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing with a beautiful art style and great characters and great story I suggested buying the game if you have a spare 20$.
  10. Thecarelessmind
    Apr 28, 2022
    4
    This is a weird journey. Road 96 is not really a game, but more of an odd political experimental piece. This really has nothing to do with 1996, the music is wrong, the details don't quite line up to anything screaming 'Summer of 96. The graphics, is the only thing relatable to 96. There is never enough to do, and never feels edgy enough. After two full play throughs it ran its course,This is a weird journey. Road 96 is not really a game, but more of an odd political experimental piece. This really has nothing to do with 1996, the music is wrong, the details don't quite line up to anything screaming 'Summer of 96. The graphics, is the only thing relatable to 96. There is never enough to do, and never feels edgy enough. After two full play throughs it ran its course, Road 96 is exhausting. I appreciate risks that game developers do (It Takes Two), but if you are looking to escape reality Road 96 is not it.
    -First person
    -All the time in the world to make most decisions
    -Sonya Sanchez yelling, is hilarious (voice acting is good)
    -(PS5) Trophy hunting is easy    … Expand
  11. Dabandpuke
    Apr 20, 2022
    9
    The best story oriented game have ever played i felt so much for some of the characters it almost made me cry. I recommend to anyone who wants to have a good time by the way the whole playlist is amazing thanks Dev
  12. drlowdon
    Dec 12, 2022
    8
    Set in the fictional country of Petria in the 1990s, Road 96 puts the player in the shoes of a series of teenagers as they attempt to flee the nations harsh dictatorship via the northern border without being arrested or killed. With each attempt players will run into a variety of characters with their stories gradually unfolding with each new trek.

    The games low budget is clear in it’s    Set in the fictional country of Petria in the 1990s, Road 96 puts the player in the shoes of a series of teenagers as they attempt to flee the nations harsh dictatorship via the northern border without being arrested or killed. With each attempt players will run into a variety of characters with their stories gradually unfolding with each new trek.

    The games low budget is clear in it’s graphics and the restrictions as to where you can move. The interesting cast of characters, intriguing plot and excellent soundtrack do however ensure that this is a more than worthwhile experience.    … Expand
  13. iBob_1977
    May 30, 2022
    10
    Thank you Digixart for this experience. One of the most beautiful games I've ever played. I just completed the first playthrough, and for the first time in my 30 years of gaming history, I NEED to go back and re-play it to make some things right.
    It's the first game after Detroit Become Human that made me go deep in myself and look for the right things to say and question my choices.
    I    Thank you Digixart for this experience. One of the most beautiful games I've ever played. I just completed the first playthrough, and for the first time in my 30 years of gaming history, I NEED to go back and re-play it to make some things right.
    It's the first game after Detroit Become Human that made me go deep in myself and look for the right things to say and question my choices.
    I wish games like this were made more often. Much more than just a game, it was a perfect,well-written heart-touching story. Thanks.    … Expand
  14. Darkpunta
    Sep 17, 2022
    9
    Cool game with nice graphics and wonderful music! Some game mechanics / minigames were poor / too simple and/or not obvious for me, but in general - strongly recommend!
  15. Yaters
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    Tells a fantastic story with music and Beauty that it sucks you in from the start! There's nothing quite like it that I found!
  16. davidthesloth
    Jan 26, 2023
    7
    A stylish indie game with a interconnected narrative split across multiple playthroughs. Energy and Money are vital and clever mechanics however I think the whole hitchhiking element was underutilised and wasn't used it to its potential.
  17. BDR7x
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    Amazing game ❤
  18. BrianDavid94
    Apr 1, 2023
    8
    Quick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now it’s more rare for me to get into a multiplayer game. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I findQuick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now it’s more rare for me to get into a multiplayer game. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'd like. I own a PC (built by me), Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, PS3, PS4, PS5, and a Switch. I prefer Playstation due to their focus on narrative games. For scoring, I’ll be using the Gameinformer review scale and of course influenced by my personal opinions.

    (8) Very Good. Innovated, but perhaps not in the right choice for everyone. This score indicates that there are many good things to be had, but arguable so.

    I just happened to give this game a try and I ended up enjoying this game. It reminded of that middle school video game that you played called, Oregon Trail. You’re hitchhiking to the border and run into random events that you have to make important decisions that may help you or may not help you to get to the border. There are multiple ways to hitchhike to the border and unlike the AAA games your choices have a significant impacts which makes it worth replaying repeatedly and it’s made that way. Whatever you do just make sure to continue playing the game even if you make it to the border. The only reason I’m not giving this game a higher score is because there isn’t much in the way of gameplay, movement is rough around the ages so other than a narrative reason there isn’t much I can go on to recommend this game to someone. This game has a good sound track and voice acting too.    … Expand
  19. kerbone
    Jan 18, 2023
    5
    An absolute breath of fresh air.
    Loved the game play and mechanics.
    On my 2nd playthrough
    Different story the 2nd time.
    Loved it
  20. Pablo908790
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    The reason I liked the game so much is because it had a narrative that made feel the characters in a way not a lot of videogames can, altho the gameplay could be rather generic at times, the important thing is I enjoyed this game greatly

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 29, 2024
    60
    However, porting to the console was not without its own problems. The biggest one definitely being the control, which uses the joystick-controlled cursor even in completely illogical moments. Despite this, however, this is an adventure game from the road story genre that is worth experiencing. [Issue#320]
  2. PLAY
    Jun 22, 2022
    70
    Your travels will be filled with seedy motels, grubby gas stations, and highway pit stops as Road 96 is a tale that’s constantly in motion. The story it weaves from your multiple playthroughs and different decisions is incredibly clever, and even though the political events that underpin the story are a little tedious, it manages to capture the freedom of travelling but also the tension of trying to survive. A road trip to remember. [Issue#15, p.87]
  3. PSX Brasil
    May 7, 2022
    80
    While Road 96 lacks consistency in its quality and its approach to politics is occasionally superficial, it's a necessary game that raises an important topic of discussion. There are few products that deal with politics and its consequences so directly in this media. The innovative take on the theme highlights this game amidst an avalanche of good offerings, justifying the experience. Road 96 isn't perfect, but it has great ideas and a spectacular soundtrack!
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