Rock of Ages 3 is a worthy entry for the series, but in many aspects it represents a step backwards in comparison to Rock of Ages 2. I couldn't avoid noticing many more bugs than in the last entry and levels are much more generic since special terrain such as lava and ice are almost 100% absent from the main campaign. Not to mention there's no coherent theme to glue together all the madness like in past titles.
Music is also less varied and I believe the renditions of classical music in 2 were more pleasant to listen to.
On the topic of gameplay, I feel like there's a greater enphasis on the tower defense aspect since it's normal to have more than enough money and lose 5 or 6 rocks during a game against the AI on later levels.
I'm only speaking for myself, but I expected more rocks and less wait. Also, for the first time in the series it's necessary to complete side minigames to progress the story. I appreciate the variety, but not the obligation, specially when certain ones, such as the Humpty Dumpty levels, are way harder than any stage in the main story.
To summarize, I believe Rock of Ages 3 is a good game, but if you have never played a game in this series then I recommend 2 to start out instead.
Music is also less varied and I believe the renditions of classical music in 2 were more pleasant to listen to.
On the topic of gameplay, I feel like there's a greater enphasis on the tower defense aspect since it's normal to have more than enough money and lose 5 or 6 rocks during a game against the AI on later levels.
I'm only speaking for myself, but I expected more rocks and less wait. Also, for the first time in the series it's necessary to complete side minigames to progress the story. I appreciate the variety, but not the obligation, specially when certain ones, such as the Humpty Dumpty levels, are way harder than any stage in the main story.
To summarize, I believe Rock of Ages 3 is a good game, but if you have never played a game in this series then I recommend 2 to start out instead.