Aiball
- June 22, 2016
- HFM Games
"Aiball is a massively multiplayer sport game set in a parallel universe, where players can engage in various activities such as football, obstacle courses, wrestling, and even mortal combat. With different modes including running the obstacle course, wrestling, escape from kindergarten, a fight to the death, and drunken porters, Aiball offers a wide range of experiences for both single-player and multiplayer gameplay."
Reviews
- The game features ragdoll physics, which can be fun for local multiplayer sessions with friends.
- Some players found the game to be hilarious and enjoyed it despite its flaws.
- It is relatively inexpensive, making it accessible for those willing to take a chance.
- The game is abandoned and has not been updated in years, leaving it in a broken and incomplete state.
- There is no online multiplayer, and the local multiplayer experience is limited and unfulfilling.
- The game misrepresents itself with misleading tags and has been accused of unethical practices by the developers.
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music is described as loud, glitchy, and lacking proper audio controls, forcing players to use external methods to adjust the volume. Despite its annoyances, some users find the music amusing and even relaxing in a bizarre way. Overall, the lack of settings detracts from the experience, but the humor in the music provides a unique charm.
“Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music; you'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
“Music is a little glitchy and too loud with no settings, but it's hilarious.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it hilarious despite some technical issues, such as glitchy and overly loud music. However, many users feel that the humor can only sustain interest for a short duration, making the game enjoyable for about ten minutes before it loses its appeal.
“The music is a little glitchy and too loud with no settings, but it's hilarious.”
“The game is funny, but it's only playable for about 10 minutes.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized due to the presence of suspiciously timed, Russian-language reviews that appear shortly after launch, suggesting a coordinated effort to promote the game through fake reviews. These accounts are also linked to other low-quality games, indicating a pattern of manipulation and potential cash grab tactics.
“They're all written in Russian, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. This aspect is often seen as a rewarding experience for those who enjoy repetitive tasks to enhance their gameplay.
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players note that "Gang Beasts" has improved significantly over time due to frequent updates, enhancing its overall replayability. The ongoing development keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, encouraging players to return for new experiences.
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for failing to match the appealing stop motion aesthetic showcased in promotional videos and screenshots, leading to disappointment among users.
“Graphics are not even close to the stop motion look of the video and screens.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”