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A rock-solid combination of rock-rolling action, deep strategy, and captivating art and music from different ages of history, this is a game of crush or be crushed!

Rock of Ages is a comedy, strategy and indie game developed by ACE Team and published by SEGA.
Released on September 07th 2011 is available only on Windows in 7 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish - Spain.

It has received 3,784 reviews of which 3,472 were positive and 312 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 5.99€ on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Rock of Ages into these genres:

Comedy Strategy Indie Tower Defense Action Racing Historical Multiplayer Funny Local Multiplayer Bowling Singleplayer Destruction Casual Split Screen Physics Co-op Medieval

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System requirements

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Windows

OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7
Processor: Dual Core 1.6 GHz or better
Memory: 1.5 GB or higher
Graphics: 256mb video ram or better (GeForce 7 series or higher/Radeon HD3000 series or higher)
DirectX®: 9.0c
Hard Drive: 1.2 GB
Sound: Windows supported Sound Card
Internet: Online play requires Broadband Internet Connection

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Feb. 2026

A different take on the tower defense genre with very unique features. I played this game back when it came out and replayed it recently because I had good memories of it. Both experiences were equally memorable. The gameplay, especially for the time, was a breath of fresh air. It introduced new concepts to an already heavily explored genre and somehow made everything mesh well to create a enjoyable product. In most levels there are 2 phases: base defense and attack phase. While defending, you manage your money to build obstacles to slow down your enemy whilst choosing from an extensive range of towers to help you out. You can also attack the enemy ball directly by trying to shoot it down. The attacking phase lets you take over a giant boulder; you can also choose some different balls with different interactions and manually progress through the map, trying to reach the enemy's gate while avoiding their traps. It becomes extremely rewarding and fun once you discover the map layout and start to plan out the best defensive placements accordingly, while also being able to weave through it smoothly. There are also some different modes and even multiplayer if you want to give it a try. The art direction was what really drew me into this game. It's heavily inspired by historical art periods and famous masterpieces, animated in a style reminiscent of Monty Python's animations by Terry Gilliam. It covers various eras, including Ancient Greek, Medieval, Renaissance, etc. The cinematics are short but great, with a very distinct sense of humor. The levels are really well built, mixing and matching 2D and 3D models really well (the 3D models also have a great level of detail) and being fun to navigate through and explore. The boss's levels are also well done, making them feel and play like boss fights. One thing I have to point out is that it's extremely infuriating to replay levels, having to go through the same steps again with no real extra progression for 5-9 more minutes is a bore. The story is easy to follow and fun to complete. The sound design is passable and pairs well with the game's overall experience. The soundtrack is subtle most of the time but shines every so often, the sound effects work, and most "dialogue" is done by relying on grunts, shouts, and other nonverbal expressions to convey their message. There are also some aspects where this game is really lacking. The AI is especially bad, always following the same pattern and building the same structures on the same spots. The same thing happens while it's attacking, getting stuck in various situations. The gameplay feels repetitive at some points, and it's really easy to just go through levels without thinking too much. The ball's physics are also not the best. You are controlling a giant boulder around, and it feels like it, resulting in really awkward movement.

Oct. 2025

Simple Fun Rock of Ages is a quirky blend of tower defense, racing (using a boulder) and good humour. The core gameplay involves rolling and guiding a giant boulder down a track to smash through enemy defenses and ultimately their castle door, while also building your own defenses to stop your opponent’s boulder. Pros: Unique and chaotic mix of genres Hilarious art style inspired by historical art Fast-paced, creative levels Cons: Controls can feel clunky at times Repetitive gameplay loop for some players No players online to get those Multiplayer achievements The keyboard and mouse are better suited for setting up defenses, whereas the controller offers superior control over the boulder. This creates a dilemma. Verdict: Rock of Ages is a wildly original game that thrives on absurdity and creativity. It’s not for everyone, but if you enjoy physics-based mayhem with a historical twist, it’s a rock-solid good time. Overall Score: 7.5/10

July 2025

awesome game concept for singleplayer and multiplayer with a really fun and charming story mode

May 2025

Sadly the campaign is only 3 hours long but honestly this game is a lowkey masterpiece. Insanely fun and original.

April 2025

It's PvP Tower Defense/Bowling Offense, and it slaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rock of Ages is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

Rock of Ages is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.

Rock of Ages received 3,472 positive votes out of a total of 3,784 achieving a rating of 8.83.

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Rock of Ages was developed by ACE Team and published by SEGA.

Rock of Ages is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Rock of Ages is not playable on MacOS.

Rock of Ages is not playable on Linux.

Rock of Ages offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

Rock of Ages offers both Co-op and PvP modes.

Rock of Ages does not currently offer any DLC.

Rock of Ages does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Rock of Ages does not support Steam Remote Play.

Rock of Ages is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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