Rock of Ages

 Xbox 360
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. AusGamers
    Sep 28, 2011
    71
    The single player campaign is an exercise in banging your head against brick walls until they break. Depending on the quality of your friends list, the long-term value of Rock of Ages probably lies in the chaotically level playing field of human-versus-human multi-player.
  2. Gamers' Temple
    Oct 31, 2011
    70
    Rock of Ages is a novel idea and one that has some potential, but it feels like the balance between offense can defense in the game just isn't quite right.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Oct 20, 2011
    70
    There are still a few cracks, but this still rocks. [Nov 2011, p.101]
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  5. GameOver.gr
    Oct 3, 2011
    70
    Clearly inspired by the work of Terry Gilliam, Rock of Ages can offer addictive and full with over-the-top humor gameplay, even though it can get repetitive quite soon.
  6. Game Informer
    Sep 22, 2011
    70
    If you're looking for one of those rare games that does humor right, Rock of Ages is a stand-out example. It's just a shame that the gameplay didn't quite match up.
  7. Gamestyle
    Sep 18, 2011
    70
    Rock Of Ages is a fine game, that offers up an excellent challenge, it mixes genres well without diluting any of them too far. However it is hampered by some control issues, but if that can be overcome then this is a must have for anyone, especially for the time-trial mode.
  8. Gamereactor Sweden
    Sep 9, 2011
    70
    A clever idea with some great, weird artwork.
  9. GamesRadar+
    Sep 4, 2011
    70
    Simple in design, but almost to a fault. The tower defense mechanics just don't work as well as we had hoped, but we did enjoy crushing hundreds of buildings and townsfolk with our rolling rock of doom. Oh, and steamrolling your friends so hard that they cry themselves to sleep? That's pretty neat, too.
  10. Eurogamer Sweden
    Sep 1, 2011
    70
    The concept in Rock of Ages shows a great potential, but humour and polish only takes you so far. After that the game mechanics really have to shine through, which happens quite frequently. But it could absolutely do more.
  11. Edge Magazine
    Sep 1, 2011
    70
    If Rock of Ages eventually runs out of variety, it never runs out of charm. The game has a magnificent sense of momentum throughout, tugging you downhill towards the enemy's gates and upwards through the strata of Western culture. It is an oddball offering in every sense.
  12. Joystiq
    Aug 30, 2011
    70
    Surely, this game's existence demands to be celebrated.
  13. Official Xbox Magazine
    Oct 18, 2011
    65
    Strip away the campaign's half-baked tower-defense elements, and you're finally free to focus entirely on the heady business of hauling ass and getting air. [Dec 2011, p.71]
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  14. GamingTrend
    Sep 29, 2011
    65
    I did have fun with it, and I'd recommend it to those who can appreciate the presentation and aren't quickly frustrated by an AI that seems to have an unfair advantage.
  15. GRYOnline.pl
    Sep 20, 2011
    65
    An interesting game, especially for fans of tower defense genre. It's a peculiar game in its category but its advantages come mainly from the visual side (design, animations) and not gameplay. Rock of Ages isn't a complicated game and success during playing depends mostly on luck. It's an arcade title and planning, though important, stays in the background.
  16. MEGamers
    Sep 16, 2011
    65
    The ideas behind the game are great, but the execution is a bit disappointing.
  17. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 16, 2011
    60
    There's little doubting the charm. [Issue#78, p.101]
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  18. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Oct 5, 2011
    60
    Marbling madness epitomised, but Rock of Ages' rough mechanics could have done with more smoothing. Top marks for sheer oddness, nonetheless.
  19. Thunderbolt
    Oct 3, 2011
    60
    Something special for a select audience who's able to fully embrace its peculiar nature. That it doesn't appeal to everyone will likely only strengthen this appeal.
  20. GamerNode
    Sep 19, 2011
    60
    Rock of Ages, while simple in design, is still an enjoyable experience that you'll have to see to believe it. The game has multiplayer modes to keep you coming back for more despite some of its shortcomings.
  21. Eurogamer
    Sep 2, 2011
    60
    With bags of charm and wry humour, Rock Of Ages gets off to the best possible start. You'll want to love it, but in the end, these are half-baked ideas that ought to have been put to better use. Ah well.
  22. GameSpot
    Aug 31, 2011
    60
    Rock of Ages has a delightfully goofy concept and offers some destructive fun, but it's hampered by its weak defense elements.
  23. games(TM)
    Oct 18, 2011
    50
    The humour and colourful designs are reference-heavy and genuinely quite charming but can only distract so much from what is essentially the same level repeated over and over. [Nov 2011, p.119]
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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 2 out of 22
  1. SilentMugwump
    Sep 1, 2011
    9
    You will have fun with this game, guaranteed! The introduction clips to each level are hilarious, the action is frantic, and the game play isYou will have fun with this game, guaranteed! The introduction clips to each level are hilarious, the action is frantic, and the game play is addicting. If you have kids, it's a great way to push the curiosity to find out about the art style and moment in history of each level (although the relevance of the "historic" characters chosen is questionable in many cases). The defense system is a bit off, though, but if you can master it, it will become relevant in some matches.
    If you are one of those gamers who have been complaining about lack of originality in games lately, you have to check this one out!    … Full Review »
  2. IBleedBlue
    Sep 3, 2011
    10
    This is probably the most innovative game you'll play all year. Its a combination of tower defense, bowling and driving, and when you addThis is probably the most innovative game you'll play all year. Its a combination of tower defense, bowling and driving, and when you add multiplayer into that combination you get a great game with tons of replay value. Oh, and don't forget the Monty Python-style humor, this game is hilarious.

    The games often come down to a difference of a few seconds, which most of the reviewers here don't seem to understand. You're supposed to spend the majority of your focus on the offense, but if your defense can slow them down by even a few seconds that can be the difference in the game. The only issues I had with the game was the controls. In general they were fine, but placing units could be a little difficult with the analog stick. This wasn't a big deal though, and it was still workable. Overall, Rock of Ages is a great game with an innovative concept, and for $10 it's totally worth it.    … Full Review »
  3. brand_eins
    Sep 3, 2011
    10
    Totally funny! Interesting Ages, nice art style. Crude humor and very entertaining. I would buy that game again every single day. Even again,Totally funny! Interesting Ages, nice art style. Crude humor and very entertaining. I would buy that game again every single day. Even again, a very original game. Please, I want more of that.… Full Review »
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