Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel Road Blaster Don't miss out on the chance to own this piece of arcade gaming history! They killed your wife and trashed you… $3.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsDon't miss out on the chance to own this piece of arcade gaming history! They killed your wife and trashed your town, now they gotta pay!! Road Blaster puts you behind the wheel in a mad max-style demolition driving game, controlling the actions of a lone vigilante out for revenge!Whether cleaning the city streets of murdering thugs, careening around the insides of an office high-rise, almost mowing down sunbathers on the beach, avoiding being crushed by combine harvesters or barreling around underground sewers, the result is an edge of your seat roller-coaster ride of a game unlike anything else!The Japanese anime cult classic arcade game of yesteryear as you've never seen it before! Lovingly reimagined by the creators of several critically acclaimed best-sellers including 'Gesundheit!', 'UFO on Tape', 'Karate Champ' and many more, so you know it's good for you ;) Top 100 Arcade Game on iTunes US, UK, Canada, Japan, Australia and 30+ countries.Apple Featured New and Noteworthy, Impossible Games, Car Combat, Crash Courses, What's Hot, & Game Center Games.IGN - 8/10 Great!iPhoneItalia - Best Game of the WeekPocketGamer - Bronze Medal AwardGamer Feedback:"Best FMV game I've ever played! Like Dragons Lair only with real gameplay and feeling of control""the slickest arcade game you've never played!""...shows off the Retina display and controls perfectly""thx for the most fun I've had with my device yet!"Now let's roll! Those murderous scum aint gonna kill themselves ya know!Support Note:1. There are two choices of controls - steering wheel (drag and hold), or tilt (accessible via settings). *Don't tap the left/right flashing indicator lights on the car dash - just like a real car they don't steer -(they are lights :p), and you will die a horrible death.2. Watch this video www.bit.ly/roadblaster3. Headphones recommended for serious immersion.4. Driver Airbags not included.** Don't miss our other exciting games! ** Gesundheit! - former No#1 Adventure on iTunes enjoyed by over 3.5million players.UFO on Tape - One of only 20 Apps in Apples own Essential Games Starter Kit.Karate Champ - Arcade Perfect Conversion of the all-time classic fighter, and 'BestEver Apps of 2010' Nominee (iPad and iPhone versions).Banzai Rabbit - Fantastic 3D Arcade Platformer, and former No#1 Adventure Game. Available for iPad and iPhone.Gift This App: Click the arrow next to "Buy App" on the iTunes App Store.Follow us @RevolutionaryCo Information Seller: Genre:Action, Arcade Release:Jan 14, 2011 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating: (5) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal iPad version : http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?t=87611 Gabrien Well-Known Member Nov 24, 2009 5,148 0 36 #2 Gabrien, Jan 14, 2011 Hard to tell from the video whether you play this game or mostly watch it. Leegames Well-Known Member Jul 1, 2010 1,083 0 0 Ex. game journalist and EiC now PR Denmark #3 Leegames, Jan 14, 2011 My guess would be: mostly watching it. Isn't this the game that was out for the Sega Mega CD ages ago? Back when "movie-games" where all the rage. theunis Well-Known Member Oct 27, 2010 248 0 0 #4 theunis, Jan 14, 2011 Its 70% off which means the game wil cost roughly 3-4 dollars next week I'm guessing but I dont understand the gamplay, do I just swipe left/right hen that green arrow appears by the car HUD, and then watch a cinematic scene (as Gabrien said), or do I actually drive and kill stuff ? I hope you not right Leegames cause for four dollars I think its pretty awful if thats how the game is - but I haven played it so if anyone has impressions love to hear them Bad Hanson Well-Known Member Apr 13, 2009 513 0 0 Somnambulist The Westcountry UK #5 Bad Hanson, Jan 14, 2011 Last edited: Jan 14, 2011 Dragons Lair on wheels by the looks...and what's with those impressions -highly dubious!...I'm not buying it. zilog Member Nov 18, 2010 21 0 0 #6 zilog, Jan 14, 2011 A real shame cos when I first saw the screenshots I thought - they've found a way to render game graphics to look like a crappy 80's cartoon! Which would be the most awesome thing ever!! FPE Well-Known Member Sep 25, 2010 3,031 0 0 World, now Belgium #7 FPE, Jan 14, 2011 Is this universal? Jetjet Well-Known Member May 14, 2010 1,711 0 0 #8 Jetjet, Jan 14, 2011 You 're right ! I know this game and it's totally the same game as Dragon's lair and another game with a copter can't remember the game ! So it's more a movie than a game and it's totally lack of gameplay. ImNoSuperMan Well-Known Member Jun 28, 2009 10,506 19 0 #9 ImNoSuperMan, Jan 14, 2011 Wow. It didnt hit you that it might be a joke? Anyways, if its still not clear, YES, Those impressions are a joke. If they wanted to add shill impressions, they'd have chosen better names. Seriously, DeeCast, ukibear359, Retina69 and itelligent didnt give it away? As far as the gameplay type is concerned, it can be described as On Rails. They already have another Sega CD game out in the appstore - Cobra Command. Check out the review and forum thread to get a bit more idea on how these games work. Revolutionary Concepts Well-Known Member Nov 12, 2009 602 0 0 #10 Revolutionary Concepts, Jan 14, 2011 It's a recreation of a cult classic LASERDISC game folks. Not for everyone but that's the point. Diversity and catering to a wide range of tastes. If it's not for you or you personally don't want to try at any price that's cool, there's plenty of apps out there for everyone For those that do remember the original fondly or have a love of retro classics, or are intrigued by the art form/history of making games (or have actually played this version), they will probably be able to appreciate it for what it is; a balls out crazy marriage of japanese anime and gaming from an altogether different time that has a special place in history and still has the capacity to delight 30+ years on! FPE Well-Known Member Sep 25, 2010 3,031 0 0 World, now Belgium #11 FPE, Jan 14, 2011 I woukd love it ... But on iPad !! Revolutionary Concepts Well-Known Member Nov 12, 2009 602 0 0 #12 Revolutionary Concepts, Jan 14, 2011 haha wow thanks INSM. FMV ha8ers in da house today no doubt lol. One thing I can assure people of we are well above needing shill reviews. Check out the press comments and reviews of our other titles. Nuff said. The game JUST came out so of course the feedback is from those who've been kind enough to take it the beta for a spin! We're delighted with their comments but soon enough we'll post feedback from more recognisable industry bods. Many of whom interestingly quite like some of the old classics Fujibayashi Well-Known Member Dec 21, 2009 153 0 0 Japanese / Korean translator. Mililani, O'ahu, Hawai'i http://twitter.com/Fujibayashi #13 Fujibayashi, Jan 14, 2011 Yyyyyeeeaaahhhh!!!! Can't wait for it to be 6:00 tonight here in Hawaii... instabuy. Cobra Command and Karate Champ were both perfect, and my instincts are telling me that this one will be as well. And HA HA HA at the youngsters talking about "control vs watching" in a Laserdisc game... HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAA!! Ironically, Cobra Command had great controls (the iOS adaption), even though one is not "controlling" any of the filmed action in a laserdisc game! uh - any chance of ever seeing a tweaked "updated control" version of STAR RIDER?! It really is the next logical step, and still breaks my heart that it hasn't been emulated / re-released. I'm afraid the only people that could do it right are you guys. The arcade cabinet (there's one here in Hawaii) doesn't play nicely, the turns / centrifugal force is/are too much, but again this is something that you guys have successfully demonstrated (with COBRA COMMAND) that the gameplay can be significantly tweaked / improved. I don't know how much legal hassle it would be to get the licence (as Williams is quite dead, and I'm fairly certain MIDWAY is as well), but it would be WORTH IT. Again, it all comes down to making the bike not get thrown to the outside of the track with every turn, the only weak spot of the original arcade version. Sure, time hasn't been kind to STAR RIDER, but one can argue that it hasn't been kind to ROAD BLASTER (the original) as well - but somehow the Star Rider machine here in HI continues to swallow up dollars like some kind of monster... Gabrien Well-Known Member Nov 24, 2009 5,148 0 36 #14 Gabrien, Jan 14, 2011 So it wasn't a joke then. Gabrien Well-Known Member Nov 24, 2009 5,148 0 36 #15 Gabrien, Jan 14, 2011 So you do just mostly watch. Thanks for clarifying. ImNoSuperMan Well-Known Member Jun 28, 2009 10,506 19 0 #16 ImNoSuperMan, Jan 14, 2011 It wasnt dubious for sure. Revolutionary Concepts Well-Known Member Nov 12, 2009 602 0 0 #17 Revolutionary Concepts, Jan 14, 2011 Many thanks Fujibayashi, You are obviously a man/woman/robot of extraordinary taste and refinement. lol. In all seriousness it's all good as we feel privileged to be in a position where every other release we can have fun mix it up and try different things - and if that means restoring some of our fave niche titles along the way (for ourselves as much as gamers like yourself) then all the better Ahh yes StarRider it's all coming back to me now. I remember that and Galaxian (cubed). As a kid that was like stepping into the movie 'The Last Starfighter'. (end flashback sequence). Unfortunately we have a fair number of as yet unannounced all new titles in the works and so I doubt we could get to it ourselves, but we're seeing a lot of demand for those kind of nostalgic re-releases so chances are if there's sufficient interest or someone can think of a way to breath new life into it it'll get done! I'll buy a copy and you will so hey there's two sold All the best! J'Star Well-Known Member Apr 8, 2009 179 0 0 App-forums.proboards.com Palm Beach Florida #18 J'Star, Jan 14, 2011 Great, great game There is a TON of gameplay here, lots of long levels, gamecenter leader boards and achievements. This game is priced ridiculously low for the quality, polish and game time. You can either tilt the device OR use the cockpit mode, steering wheel and turbo/brake. (which work perfectly). Revolutionary Concepts kick a**, keep up the great work ! (And yes, it plays out like a cartoon movie, but you are always interacting). And, on the edge of your seat. Conclusion : No brainer. / Prauny Active Member Nov 29, 2008 25 0 0 #19 Prauny, Jan 14, 2011 David Hasselhoff? squarezero Moderator Staff Member Patreon Silver Dec 10, 2008 13,714 1,240 113 Male Chief Strategy Officer Salem, Massachusetts, USA #20 squarezero, Jan 14, 2011 No question that laser-disk games are an acquired taste, probably as much to do with nostalgia than with an appreciation of the actual gameplay. I never played Road Blaster, but I spent a boatload of quarters on Dragon's Lair and Space Ace. Ultimately, these are reaction/memorization games with really cool visuals. As long as we're requesting revivals, let suggest one of the last from the laser-disk era (and a personal favorite): Cliffhanger. About half the game is drawn from Castle of Cagliostro, one of Hayao Miyazaki's most entertaining films, and unlike other laser-disk games it had a full cast of memorable characters -- not to mention jaw-dropping animation and great jazzy music. Sadly, the one cabinet in my neighborhood was taken away before I could finish the game (I made it about 3/4 into it), so I would love an iOS version if only so I can beat the darned thing . I'll be picking this one when it hits the US... (You must log in or sign up to post here.) Show Ignored Content Page 1 of 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next > Share This Page Tweet Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? No, create an account now. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password? Stay logged in
My guess would be: mostly watching it. Isn't this the game that was out for the Sega Mega CD ages ago? Back when "movie-games" where all the rage.
Its 70% off which means the game wil cost roughly 3-4 dollars next week I'm guessing but I dont understand the gamplay, do I just swipe left/right hen that green arrow appears by the car HUD, and then watch a cinematic scene (as Gabrien said), or do I actually drive and kill stuff ? I hope you not right Leegames cause for four dollars I think its pretty awful if thats how the game is - but I haven played it so if anyone has impressions love to hear them
Dragons Lair on wheels by the looks...and what's with those impressions -highly dubious!...I'm not buying it.
A real shame cos when I first saw the screenshots I thought - they've found a way to render game graphics to look like a crappy 80's cartoon! Which would be the most awesome thing ever!!
You 're right ! I know this game and it's totally the same game as Dragon's lair and another game with a copter can't remember the game ! So it's more a movie than a game and it's totally lack of gameplay.
Wow. It didnt hit you that it might be a joke? Anyways, if its still not clear, YES, Those impressions are a joke. If they wanted to add shill impressions, they'd have chosen better names. Seriously, DeeCast, ukibear359, Retina69 and itelligent didnt give it away? As far as the gameplay type is concerned, it can be described as On Rails. They already have another Sega CD game out in the appstore - Cobra Command. Check out the review and forum thread to get a bit more idea on how these games work.
It's a recreation of a cult classic LASERDISC game folks. Not for everyone but that's the point. Diversity and catering to a wide range of tastes. If it's not for you or you personally don't want to try at any price that's cool, there's plenty of apps out there for everyone For those that do remember the original fondly or have a love of retro classics, or are intrigued by the art form/history of making games (or have actually played this version), they will probably be able to appreciate it for what it is; a balls out crazy marriage of japanese anime and gaming from an altogether different time that has a special place in history and still has the capacity to delight 30+ years on!
haha wow thanks INSM. FMV ha8ers in da house today no doubt lol. One thing I can assure people of we are well above needing shill reviews. Check out the press comments and reviews of our other titles. Nuff said. The game JUST came out so of course the feedback is from those who've been kind enough to take it the beta for a spin! We're delighted with their comments but soon enough we'll post feedback from more recognisable industry bods. Many of whom interestingly quite like some of the old classics
Yyyyyeeeaaahhhh!!!! Can't wait for it to be 6:00 tonight here in Hawaii... instabuy. Cobra Command and Karate Champ were both perfect, and my instincts are telling me that this one will be as well. And HA HA HA at the youngsters talking about "control vs watching" in a Laserdisc game... HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAA!! Ironically, Cobra Command had great controls (the iOS adaption), even though one is not "controlling" any of the filmed action in a laserdisc game! uh - any chance of ever seeing a tweaked "updated control" version of STAR RIDER?! It really is the next logical step, and still breaks my heart that it hasn't been emulated / re-released. I'm afraid the only people that could do it right are you guys. The arcade cabinet (there's one here in Hawaii) doesn't play nicely, the turns / centrifugal force is/are too much, but again this is something that you guys have successfully demonstrated (with COBRA COMMAND) that the gameplay can be significantly tweaked / improved. I don't know how much legal hassle it would be to get the licence (as Williams is quite dead, and I'm fairly certain MIDWAY is as well), but it would be WORTH IT. Again, it all comes down to making the bike not get thrown to the outside of the track with every turn, the only weak spot of the original arcade version. Sure, time hasn't been kind to STAR RIDER, but one can argue that it hasn't been kind to ROAD BLASTER (the original) as well - but somehow the Star Rider machine here in HI continues to swallow up dollars like some kind of monster...
Many thanks Fujibayashi, You are obviously a man/woman/robot of extraordinary taste and refinement. lol. In all seriousness it's all good as we feel privileged to be in a position where every other release we can have fun mix it up and try different things - and if that means restoring some of our fave niche titles along the way (for ourselves as much as gamers like yourself) then all the better Ahh yes StarRider it's all coming back to me now. I remember that and Galaxian (cubed). As a kid that was like stepping into the movie 'The Last Starfighter'. (end flashback sequence). Unfortunately we have a fair number of as yet unannounced all new titles in the works and so I doubt we could get to it ourselves, but we're seeing a lot of demand for those kind of nostalgic re-releases so chances are if there's sufficient interest or someone can think of a way to breath new life into it it'll get done! I'll buy a copy and you will so hey there's two sold All the best!
Great, great game There is a TON of gameplay here, lots of long levels, gamecenter leader boards and achievements. This game is priced ridiculously low for the quality, polish and game time. You can either tilt the device OR use the cockpit mode, steering wheel and turbo/brake. (which work perfectly). Revolutionary Concepts kick a**, keep up the great work ! (And yes, it plays out like a cartoon movie, but you are always interacting). And, on the edge of your seat. Conclusion : No brainer. /
No question that laser-disk games are an acquired taste, probably as much to do with nostalgia than with an appreciation of the actual gameplay. I never played Road Blaster, but I spent a boatload of quarters on Dragon's Lair and Space Ace. Ultimately, these are reaction/memorization games with really cool visuals. As long as we're requesting revivals, let suggest one of the last from the laser-disk era (and a personal favorite): Cliffhanger. About half the game is drawn from Castle of Cagliostro, one of Hayao Miyazaki's most entertaining films, and unlike other laser-disk games it had a full cast of memorable characters -- not to mention jaw-dropping animation and great jazzy music. Sadly, the one cabinet in my neighborhood was taken away before I could finish the game (I made it about 3/4 into it), so I would love an iOS version if only so I can beat the darned thing . I'll be picking this one when it hits the US...
