I didn't really know what to expect from Rochard until I saw our very own Ryan Clements' excellent video preview back in July. Seeing the game in action and hearing more about its plot and gameplay intrigued me, and I anxiously waited for the day when I would get my hands on this unique PSN-exclusive from Recoil Games . Would it be as good as it seemed and as fun as I'd hoped? The answer to both of these question is a resounding yes.

Verdict

Rochard is a great game to sit down with over a weekend. It took me about six and a half hours to get through, and I enjoyed the overall experience. It’s certainly not a game without its issues, but it’s still a great title, and at $10, it’s also a total steal. Rochard isn’t only a one-off experience, either. There’s reason to go back for more. Collectibles and upgrades are strewn around that are easy to miss if you aren’t paying careful attention, and then there’s that pesky Gold Trophy that will require you to beat the game in three hours or less. But save the speed-running for a second playthrough. Enjoy Rochard as it was intended, and let it bend your mind a bit. You won’t be sorry you did.