Review of Roboquest (PS5): Endless Thrills in This Roguelite Shooter

So I sat down with Roboquest, right? And honestly, there’s this flood of roguelikes on PS5. It’s like, if a game’s gonna pop, it better be rad or different. Lucky for Roboquest, it’s both. Like, on PC, it was cool, but now it’s even cooler on console with all these updates. No clue why it stands out, it just does.

Let’s talk combat. It’s kinda what makes Roboquest tick. So many wild weapons, it’s like being in a chaotic candy store of destruction. You upgrade them – and trust me, whether you’re blasting with an old fave or a new toy, it’s just a riot. At times, the weapons are so wacky they’d fit right into Ratchet and Clank. Oh, and those comic-book sound effects? Absolute chef’s kiss.

Anyway, it’s not gonna break your spirit like some games, which is nice. But yeah, it’s tough. You can mix it up with co-op, bringing a buddy along. That’s a blast, by the way. You’re always building up these upgrades and class tweaks, so even if you fail a bit, you’re gradually getting stronger. Once you find your flow, it’s a game-changer.

Random levels? Usually a mixed bag, right? But here, it strikes a balance. I never wanted to rage quit – the design just kinda clicks. Plus, exploring pays off. You level up and snag more perks, which you’ll need because the bosses? Man, they are something else. Soundtrack blares, your heart races, and it’s all very… alive. The bosses have this eye-catching design too, so you’re not just mowing down nameless robots.

Oh, and hey, timing’s pretty sweet—getting the PlayStation version just now. Comes with extra goodies from PC like the Super and Endless updates, plus trophies. Seriously, there’s a mountain of content. Endless mode too, so buckle up. On PlayStation, it feels fresh—for newbies especially—the console debut’s kinda perfect.

Final thoughts? Roboquest shakes things up in the shooter space, packed with clever ideas and replay value galore. I’ll keep diving back in, especially with whispers of a PS VR2 version on the horizon. That’s gonna be one wild ride.

Oh, side note: we got a digital copy for the review. Played on version whatever-1.003.000. Fun times.