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4.4 / 5

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Platform
Nintendo 64
Genres
Fighting · Role-Playing
Player Perspective
Third person · Top-down
Developers
Noise
Publishers
Nintendo
Release date
December 8, 1999

Summary

Custom Robo drops you into a fast‑paced arena where tiny, toy‑like battle robots clash in a 3‑D holoseum. You start each match by launching your robo from a cannon as a cube, then scramble to open it with rapid button presses – the angle of the landing can make the opening easier or harder. Once out, you can swing a jet‑pack, fire guns, drop bombs, launch pods or even rocket‑punch, while an endurance bar drains with every action until you’re temporarily downed and forced to reboot. Victories reward you with parts salvaged from opponents; you collect these at vending‑style machines and use them to remix your robo’s body, weapons and accessories for the next showdown. The game’s control scheme is praised for its responsiveness, and the clanky, over‑the‑top sound effects give each battle a satisfying, toy‑room feel. Critics gave it strong scores – Famitsu 32/40, GameSpot 8.1/10 and IGN 8.8/10 – noting its quirky graphics and addictive customization loop.

Storyline

In Custom Robo, the adventure kicks off when the player is given a Custom Robo named Ray as a birthday present. This gift sparks a drive to seek out opponents and engage in battles across the arena. Each victory not only brings cash but also valuable Robo parts, which can be swapped and upgraded. The ultimate goal is to amass enough components and skill to earn the title of Custom Robo Master.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Multiplayer

Multiplayer setup
Split Screen

Alternative Titles

  • Custom Robo Battle Revolution Alternative