Rochard- PS3

A puzzler-platformer with a fondness for shooting, Rochard is sometimes frustrating but always fun as it let's you treat gravity like a toy.

Solid platforming action ; Fresh (if not original) concept

2D action in the 3D world means the camera is in the wrong spot at times ; Shooting

Despite its length, or lack of it, Rochard doesn’t pad things out unnecessarily. In a way it almost feels incomplete, the ending just sort of happens, as if things are being set up for a sequel. And when Rochard gets ammunition, some of the “charm” is...

Likeable characters ; Great art style ; Excellent use of physic based game play

Lackluster story ; Combat can be repetitive and frustrating

I want to be a space miner. That may not be something you see at the opening of many game reviews, but it is how I felt the second I pressed start on Recoil’s PSN-exclusive game, Rochard. Something about the opening cinematic and song really hooked me...

Rochard is a breath of fresh air for the PlayStation Network and the gaming industry as a whole. It is an original ideal filled with great puzzles and an entertaining sense of humor. A lot of the gravity changes can take a while to get used to but it...

Awesome physics-based puzzle solving, solid platforming, fun theme, structure is reminiscent of Portal

Combat is underwhelming

This is a charming, incredibly well designed title with a truckload of replayability (still a rarity for smaller downloadable games). Don?t miss out on this in the glut of ?holiday? releases. Danielle Riendeau is a regular contributor to GameShark and...

Rochard takes the somewhat-familiar puzzle-platformer genre and puts a unique spin on it. The gameplay is very well-done, and the controls are usually great, with only a couple of issues. It's a rewarding experience despite its flaws, and is a must-buy...

Fun assortment of movement techniques and abilities ; Pleasant combination of puzzle-solving and combat ; John Rochard is a memorable protagonist

Challenging puzzles and standout moments are rare ; Occasionally places too much emphasis on combat ; Visuals don't have much personality

But these instances are rare, and though it has few standout moments to offer, Rochard is a mostly pleasant journey. The modest, steadily increasing variety of ways you can use the G-lifter to get around and defeat bad guys keeps things fresh during...