Rushdown Rivals
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
This is a fan-made game. All characters depicted belong to their respective creators.
Check out the Newgrounds Page for the original web browser version
One of our fans made a discord server, check it out HERE
Drive back evil robotic versions of several NG characters as your own NG icon. Stylishly dance through them as Cassette Girl, shoot them with Hank's personal arsenal, unleash Girlfriend's inner demon, and so much more in this tough-as-nails action game
What started as a simple character update to our 2020 Pico Day submission evolved into several massive updates. One new character became two, and then two eventually became six with revamped gameplay, assists, vehicles, and enemies. All of this is done as a loving tribute to Newgrounds. There's still so much more we can represent.
Additional Credits
CHECK OUT THE GALLERY FOR MORE CREDITS.
BB Topper came from here
Most of the sounds came from here and here.
Special thanks to Jack for helping me with the cloud saves.
Want more levels, assists, adversaries, or playable characters? Express your support by suggesting them in the comments and sharing the game.
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Development log
- Rushdown Mac and Linux Beta ReleasedJan 05, 2025
- Rushdown Patch 12-21-24Dec 21, 2024
- Ena Update Patch NotesDec 14, 2024
- Alloy UpdateMar 17, 2023
- Patch Notes 1 (11/12/2020) (Updated)Nov 12, 2022
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As much as I love the character select menu (Only saying this because this may cause it to change if implemented) as it reminds me of Marvel: Rise of the Imperfects (somehow),
I think character unlocks would be sweet. For example (if there isn't a bf assist) Boyfriend could possibly be unlocked by completing a run with Girlfriend, perhaps beating the BF bot with her special?(Final hit with the beatbox, to add a bit of challenge)
And that is just one example. There are a couple of characters that people would definitely love of you were to add, like Tankman, PBot(though there is probably already an assist trophy) Maybe Alien Hominid, and the prisoners from Battleblock Theater(I mean those little guys can fight).
But each ot those unlocks would be accessed by completing an action that somewhat related to the IP they come from, even if just vaguely.
(Also, Portal Panic and Newgrounds Rumble are some pretty good Newgrounds allstar games it would be cool to see modes based around those or even remakes if possible even though I don't think you had anything to do with those original games.)
Honestly ignore that last part.
Also if you do decide to add skins, the prisoner from BattleBlockTheater could simply have the different skins be the different head shapes. (If deciding to add them) (Their secondary attack could also be like Ena's where the directional key uses one of the different tools from the game like the mine and the boomerang, etc. They have a punch and an uppercut move already so yeah. That's why I believe they are a perfect fit.)
Longer adventure mode(which is probably already planned) or specific character story playthroughs.
Starfish(Charlie The Unicorn) assist trophy. Or Lulz and Rofflez(The Blue and Pink Unicorn).
Whale Assist?(BattleBlockTheater)
Also Otis(Pico's cousin) as an unlockable perhaps?
A four player mode, competitive (two teams, how many each team can knock out. if not four players then just two but same concept)
And ya prolly already saw this coming but vs?
I know this is quite a lot to request out of nowhere so honestly I don't expect any of these to actually be added but it sure would be nice at some point.
Maybe
This game is an ABSOLUTE CINEMA. I think you should add some more enemies and possibly a longer story mode?
There's a bug I've encountered in the Overworld level where after cutscenes the screen is still pure white and I have to open the pause menu to get rid of it
Also, is Nene throwing knives not counting towards the combo an intentional feature or an oversight?
Make Cyl a playable character pleaseeee!!!
Como joga no multijogador?
Hey Spagato! If there's a Moomin representation in this fan-game, I would like to have Snufkin as a playable brawler, while Too-Ticky is an assist. Their character designs are a gestalt of the ones in the 90's Moomin anime and the 2024 indie game.
Snufkin would fit well, mainly because he's reponsible for committing crimes, as well as musical skills. So he could work as a thief/bard hybrid.
Does this game have to be played multiplayer?
Hello!
This game can be played solo or 2 players local co-op.
soy usuario de linux, hasta ahora ningun error, muy buen trabajo
Is this multiplayer only?
please add skins please oh please
i tried to add the game on speedrun. com but it got denied can someone do it?? AND PLEASEEEE ADD ONLINE
I started experiencing this "code error" problem today. Is there any way to fix it?
Hello!
What version do you have downloaded? There was a critical change to the way saves worked in the old versions and it seems like it's still using 'SSave' extenstion that was removed in the new version.
Double check if you have the newest one first. Saves are located at "C:\Users\(yourusername)\AppData\Local\SaveNewgrounds". Try backing everything up then moving the old ssave files out.
Hey. Thanks for responding. I was just wondering how do I get to "C:\Users\(yourusername)\AppData\Local\SaveNewgrounds"? Also, I don't think I have the newest version since I downloaded this when the Ena Update initially came out
PEAK
KEEP UPDATING THIS GAME PLS BRO, tankman would be awsome!
sigue siendo un muy buen juego lastima que tiene problemas en el audio y un framerate inestable a comparacion de la version anterior
Hello
Try going into the audio settings and clicking the reset button. For the frame rate, I recommend turning off some graphical settings since there are new post processing effects that might slow the game down.
there seems to be a malfunction with the audio as no sound can be hear
Hello!
What platform are you using? Try clicking the reset button in the audio settings.
got it thank
That's not normal. There's a workaround of that by just changing the window size and going back to where you were. Or you can go fullscreen and back.
I'll see if I can find that bug as soon as possible.
I’m trying to play this on my Steam Deck but I can’t find anything to start/excute the game
Hello!
When you download the file, there should be a 'RushdownRivals.exe' file. Click that to run the game.
I found it on my PC (I don’t know how it wasn’t there before) but on my Steam Deck it just says Ark can’t preview the folder. An update in the past has said it added semi Steam Deck support but I haven’t really understood what it’s instructions are
The ubuntu version hasn't been released yet which is what the steam deck can natively run. I'll try to release an ubuntu version asap.
The work around is to use steam if you have it. You can use 'add non-steam game' and use proton to run windows games natively
Game looks really good! It'd be neat to see characters like Tankman, Blockhead, Edd, and Fancy Pants Man in future updates!
Sorry but... Does anybody know how to emote? I can't find which key is it......
Hello!
Hold the interact key then press atk1,atk2,special, or jump
Thank you!!! And the update is so AMAZING !!! Looking forward to the next update! (Sorry if the Google translation is doing bad.)
No problem! Hang tight a quick optimization update is coming soon
1. How to get second player to join? I know how to assign keyboard controls but can't figure out getting them to actually be registered.
2. Definitely Cassandra for next playable character, you already the Pico School trio there
Hello!
When making controls for the second character, You need atleast a jump key and a roll key. Pressing the jump key in the character select menu will add a second character.
For some reason, the Ena update version runs awful compared to older versions. It is not pc that is bad. So by "runs awful" I mean
1. No sounds except music
2. When I go to character selection, the game instantly rolls to alloy(but not chooses it)
3. 2nd player keyboard doesn't work(like he can't log in as a character, and we're playing on the same keyboard)
I am the same guy that reported about not working multiplayer in comments of an old video of yours. I love your game. Keep it up!
15 minutes later: So uhh I somehow fixed errors 2 and 3 but theres still no music
Hello!
Sorry to hear you're having trouble running the game :(.
1. Sounds in the new update have changed. Go to the audio settings and try pressing the reset button.
2. On the character select, it starts on your last character selected.
3. Double check your keyboard, sometimes the controls reset when I update the input system. Player 2 needs atleast a jump to join and a roll to back out. (Also clear any duplicate inputs from player 1 so that player 2 doesn't conflict also).
Also make sure you have the latest version downloaded! The newest version fixes performance issues and a memory leak!
So uhh all the 2 player things stopped lagging right after i wrought my message. I will try fixing sounds. Thank you so much for everything you do for us and your responsiveness! Rushdown Rivals is truly underrated project! I was waiting for release and updates since the update teaser in mid 2022. I wish you good luck and good things on your way to the better game!
Loved the update, although I do have a question. Is Cassette Girl's special nerfed? She can now get hit by bullets whenever it's used, unlike previous versions where you could dodge them
Oh that sounds like a bug! She's supposed to be invincible when using her special. I'll add that to my notes to fix.
oh my peak
I'm the only one with a management delay?
now to wait for the update to reach linux
ps: it's still a great game
The game is so cool (my first time trying it).
Btw, the image for Ena's special attack while breakdown is wrong. The gamepad shows the Attack 2 button instead of the Special one.
Anyway, excellent game. I enjoyed it so much. ^-^
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know I'll try to fix as soon as possible.
wow, this game is great, I came looking for copper and found gold, I hope they continue releasing more updates since I see a lot of future for this game
great job
Thank you! New update coming soon :)
this game is peak newgrounds
Hey! Just finished insane Standard runs just moments ago and i'd love to offer some of my ideas at least for newgrounds icons that could potentially be pulled into the game! My thought process was Old icons before new, so after a bit of deliberation i believe that two people whom deserve a pull into the fray is between Samurai Asshole and P-bot, both characters whom i think were amazingly incorporated into NG Rumble and deserve another chance to fight! though i'm sure adding both would increase the workload quite a bit so ill narrow the decision down to one.
I believe that S.Asshole deserves the spot, since between the two i feel like he is fading into obscurity much faster than P-bot, and he could have some interesting moves involving slashes and spins, perhaps a big Crowd Control spin to trap enemies and build up a large combo, etc. etc. He is also one of the absolute oldest creations for both newgrounds and Tom and he just needs a glow up, that is all! Good luck on both development and any other ventures you may partake on your journey into the future~
Two things, 1: Hank is literally the most insane character in the game ( I even beat 2 insane mode maps with him ) and 2: Can you please add someone from Eddsworld into the game.
And Now a moveset for Tom ( from Eddsworld ): Attack 1: Cut to the Chase: Tom uses a Chainsaw to saw through enemies. Attack 2: Harpoon Attack: Tom uses a Harpoon Gun to command grab enemies and pull himself towards the enemies. Special: Molotov Cocktails: Tom throws Molotovs. Rush: Drunk: Tom becomes drunk and becomes more aggressive, dealing more damage, while becoming slightly less durable
Will the game be moddable soon?
MacOS port when?
Hey :p
MacOS isn't planned for the next update, but maybe in the future I'll be able to upload for mac. So the only way to play it on Mac rn is through newgrounds and through a browser.
are you guys still developing this?
if so how many characters do you plan to put in the game other then ena?
EDIT: the trailer for the ena update came out 3 hours after i made this comment
for some reason when i try to start up the game microsoft defender triggers and kicks me out of the game and saying its a virus. can anyone help?
oh please oh please make a Mac OS dude
I managed to play the game on my TV through Steam Link, and I have to say it was a fun experience to enjoy from the comfort of my bed. I think co-op would be a lot of fun with a friend while playing on the big screen.
On another note, could you add rumble/haptic feedback in the next update? I think it would make the action feel more immersive and satisfying.
can you please put skid and pump from spooky month in the game I love them so much and I love ur game too like as an assist
bro can you tell with what you have done so I can use it also I want to play on TV
You can just use an HDMI cord to hook the computer up to the tv.
Why is Cassette Girl still in the game? Developers? Hello? Lil update?
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We are still actively looking at the most responsible way to approach this as we do research and work on the ENA update. There are discussions about everyone's opinions happening actively in the Rushdown Rivals discord.