ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution

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ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Spearhead Games and was released on August 18, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Arena: Cyber Evolution (ACE) is a futuristic physics-based sports game in which players confront each other in 3 vs 3 matches of wits and twitch reflexes. By featuring a MOBA-like champion logic, ACE brings an unprecedented twist to the sports genre by allowing players to choose from a variety of super-powered heroes and what style of gameplay they prefer to build their own team strategies.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 639 reviews

gameplay30 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

The game has a unique and fun concept, combining elements of hockey and soccer with special abilities.
The visuals and art style are appealing, reminiscent of comic book graphics.
The game is enjoyable when played with friends, offering a casual and competitive experience.

The game has a very small player base, making it difficult to find matches with real players.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including lag and unresponsive controls.
The AI is often unhelpful, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences when playing without human teammates.

gameplay
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
51%
12%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and innovative, featuring fast-paced mechanics reminiscent of hockey, with simple controls that are easy to learn but challenging to master. However, many players have noted issues such as bugs, connection problems, and a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, which can hinder the overall experience. While the core concept is engaging and has potential, the game currently suffers from balance issues and a need for further polish to maintain player interest.
- “The core concept of the game seems to be a futuristic and fast-paced handball type of game with some mechanics that allow you to grab or hide the object that serves the role of a ball.”
- “The gameplay is fun, hold left mouse button down to hold the disk, and release to shoot.”
- “What sets this one apart is the gameplay; it is sports-themed with scoring points in mind, and with that comes some very exhilarating gameplay, much like you would see from watching an actual sports game.”
- “You will never get players to put time into a game if there is no community, and you can't beat the computer because of bad game mechanics.”
- “I mean, it's really fun, and the idea is actually really cool, but pure and simple, it's got game-breaking bugs and broken mechanics.”
- “Good concept on paper but gameplay is rather boring.”
graphics
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant art style and cartoonish visuals reminiscent of titles like Borderlands and Jet Set Radio. However, several users express frustration over limited graphical options, performance issues, and a lack of polish, indicating that while the visuals are appealing, they are marred by technical shortcomings and a need for further development. Overall, the game's aesthetic is appreciated, but it requires significant improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- “The cut-scene and runner artwork is very well done, the 'runners' look cool and the heavily outlined style (similar to Borderlands) gives the game a cool comic book feel.”
- “Beautiful graphics, cool heroes, catchy music, easy to learn.”
- “The visuals are stunning, the gameplay is great, and the fun is ongoing.”
- “Each release the game got worse and worse with a clear focus on skins, visuals, and other garbage they planned to monetize rather than making the game work.”
- “Limited resolution options, poor graphics performance, and I found it difficult to handle the puck due to low FPS.”
- “The graphics settings don't seem to work right - the game looked fine until I went to look at the resolution options, and then, not changing resolution at all, it suddenly went all stretched out like the aspect ratio is wrong.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is currently in early access and is plagued by numerous bugs, glitches, and server issues, leading to a frustrating experience for many players. While some users find enjoyment in the gameplay despite these problems, the overall stability is considered poor, with matchmaking issues and lag further detracting from the experience. The community remains supportive, but the game's unfinished state raises concerns about its viability for competitive play.
- “The game is fairly buggy at the moment, the servers could be better, and there is barely anyone playing.”
- “This game is still in early access so there are occasional bugs and glitches.”
- “However it isn't nearly as finished as people would like it to be (alpha), it has an extremely buggy matchmaking system that even though it tends to find 6 people (3 vs 3) it still manages to remove 1 or 2 of those players and put bots in the game as well which, as you can understand, kills the whole point of the game.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for its catchy and upbeat nature, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive and annoying after extended play, with one reviewer mentioning technical issues that affected their enjoyment of the music. Overall, while the music enhances the game's appeal, its repetitiveness may detract from long-term enjoyment.
- “Beautiful graphics, cool heroes, catchy music, easy to learn.”
- “Also, the soundtrack is awesome.”
- “The music is upbeat and catchy.”
- “Decent soundtrack, but it becomes repetitive after a few games.”
- “One song (literally).”
- “The soundtrack is a 3/10; it lagged until all I got was a constant *thump*...*thump*...*thump*.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
50%
30%
The game lacks a traditional story or campaign mode, focusing instead on allowing players to create their own narratives within a multiplayer environment. While some players appreciate the freedom this offers, others find the absence of a structured story disappointing. Additionally, the game features daily missions and cosmetic items, but overall, the storytelling aspect is minimal and not a strong point.
- “A good game tells a story.”
- “What ace does is give the player the opportunity to craft their own story.”
- “But what Ace doesn't do is tell a story.”
- “There is no story/campaign mode, and the entire thing is a multiplayer game.”
- “Potential is an overused word in early access and alpha games, and the story here is no different.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering and low frame rates, particularly on less powerful systems. While some players note improvements in optimization over time, there are still major concerns regarding graphics performance and limited resolution options that need to be addressed for a smoother experience.
- “It is better optimized, looks better, plays better, and I'm not having the same issues I was having before.”
- “This is still a very young game, so as long as the core components aren't messed with and there are some major performance issues addressed.”
- “Poor optimization.”
- “It's currently unoptimized.”
- “Limited resolution options, poor graphics performance (not that my computer's very powerful), and I found it difficult to handle the puck due to low FPS.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a notable highlight, with players frequently laughing during gameplay and appreciating the comedic elements woven into the experience. While some critiques mention frustrations with controls and gameplay mechanics, the overall sentiment remains positive regarding the game's ability to entertain and amuse. Players find the interactions with developers and the community to be engaging and humorous, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere.
- “Ace is funny, the devs are present, and the people playing it are very sympathetic.”
- “Very funny game.”
- “Very funny and interesting game.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
Reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the game's monetization strategy. While some players appreciate the free-to-play model, they criticize the heavy reliance on microtransactions for trivial items and express disappointment over the lack of investment in advertising to attract new players. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as a missed opportunity to enhance player engagement and game longevity.
- “This game has a good monetization model.”
- “There also seems to be a lot of pushing towards the microtransactions, which is understandable for a free game, but the way it is presented is not flattering.”
- “As it is though, it's still pretty buggy, low on content, lacks any depth and has microtransactions for useless gear.”
- “It's sad because the main problem would have been resolved with more ads on Steam, but they never did!”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it allows for the unlocking of desired champions through in-game currency, many feel that the process is tedious and can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite some minor bugs, the game is still praised for its co-op and multiplayer features.
- “Some minor bugs and issues, and the grindiness aside, it's a great co-op/multiplayer game.”
- “My only issues with the game so far are that there are not many characters, and the characters they have are a bit grindy to unlock.”
- “And trying to score becomes a tedious task.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game is noted for its high replayability, bolstered by a lack of limitations and an emerging e-sports scene. However, some users feel that its current early access state leaves it somewhat lacking in content, which could impact replayability in the long run. Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed, with some praising it and others expressing concerns.
- “A game rich with replayability, a game rich with no glass ceiling, a game rich with a budding, growing e-sports scene.”
- “0/10 for replayability!”
- “Of course, it's early access so it seems light on content right now, but it doesn't affect the replayability that much.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the graphics and character design are praised, there is little mention of depth or progression in character development, suggesting that visual appeal may overshadow more substantive growth in the characters themselves.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express a strong affection for the game's atmosphere, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances their overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is absolutely captivating!”
- “I love the immersive environment; it really draws you in.”
- “The game's atmosphere creates a perfect blend of tension and beauty.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is currently in pre-alpha and requires significant improvements in graphics and bug fixes, users have noted that its emotional impact is promising and could resonate well with players once fully developed.

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ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution is a role playing game with science fiction theme.

ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 338 hours playing ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution.

ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution was released on August 18, 2014.

ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution was developed by Spearhead Games.

ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

ACE Arena: Cyber Evolution is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Quake Champions, Supraball, Heavy Metal Machines, Disc Jam, Awesomenauts and others.

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