American Football Champs
- November 27, 2017
- Refined Games, Inc.
- 2h median play time
"American Football Champs" is a realistic football game with individual scoring, pro-level speeds, and various offensive and defensive tactics. Create your own team, earn cash for impressive performances, and use it to advance your team through Bowl Tournaments with distinct opponents. Gameplay includes play selection, speed boosts, and diving for the end zone or tackle.
Reviews
- The game allows for team customization, including creating your own team and jerseys.
- The gameplay is fun and engaging, providing a good challenge for players.
- The game can be played offline, making it accessible anytime.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, such as incorrect ball possession after kickoffs.
- The game often feels unbalanced, with the opposing team making unrealistic plays and interceptions.
- Many features, including better graphics and team upgrades, are locked behind paywalls, making it frustrating for players.
- graphics143 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are subpar and reminiscent of older gaming systems, often describing them as "horrible" or "terrible." While some players appreciate the overall aesthetic and find them acceptable for gameplay, a significant number express a desire for improvements and customization options. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is enjoyable, its graphics need considerable enhancement to meet player expectations.
“Overall, great graphics and really challenging in a good way!”
“Great graphics and okay gameplay; I also love the aspect of the characters, very well done.”
“I think the graphics are amazing, and the best thing is you have to time things just right. I totally recommend this game 😉”
“The graphics are from the PS2 era.”
“The graphics are horrible and I don't think it will change, but change it quickly.”
“The graphics are very poor, and it's really hard to see which player has the ball.”
- stability73 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- -3 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent and significant glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as incorrect ball possession after kickoffs and unresponsive controls. While some players find the game enjoyable overall, the pervasive bugs and inconsistencies detract from the experience, leading many to recommend against it until these issues are addressed.
“No glitches, no crashes, nothing.”
“The game runs smoothly without any interruptions.”
“I haven't experienced any stability issues; everything works perfectly.”
“The game is pretty good for the most part; however, there have been multiple bugs/glitches that ruin the game.”
“This game glitches so much. I was about to win a bowl game and the other team kicked off out of bounds at the goal line, and they got the ball instead of me. Lots of bugs need fixing.”
“It's a good game, but it gets more and more buggy the longer I play, and adding the stormy bowls with terrible RNG dropped passes and fumbles for you and not the AI just makes it practically unplayable.”
- gameplay44 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many players enjoying its fun mechanics and intuitive design, though some find it confusing at times. While the controls are often described as easy to use, there are frequent calls for improvements in graphics, mechanics, and additional content like online play. Despite some criticisms regarding glitches and a perceived pay-to-win model, many players appreciate the immersive experience and potential for the game to become a standout title in the mobile sports genre.
“This has what I look for in a mobile title: intuitive gameplay and design for an easy, immersive experience on the go.”
“Great gameplay, simple controls.”
“I love the gameplay and how you can make your own team name and design the uniforms; you should make an ice hockey version of this, I would get that instantly.”
“Overall this is a good and fun game, but it can be a bit confusing to new players, just because the mechanics of the game can be questionable at times.”
“The controls are pretty easy but overlaying gameplay is lagging behind in several departments.”
“The gameplay is terrible.”
- monetization32 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 84 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some appreciate the absence of intrusive ads during gameplay and the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many express frustration over the frequency of ads, particularly after each quarter, and the prevalence of microtransactions for unlocking features and upgrades. Overall, players desire a balance between monetization and gameplay enjoyment, with calls for more free content and fewer ads.
“It's a nice decent game with no ads.”
“Fun game, a lot of in-app purchases to upgrade, but I guess that's with every game.”
“I'm only giving it a 4 because I had to delete almost everything, even my TikTok (1 GB), just to play this, but off topic, this game is the best. Not good graphics but pretty decent and no ads, which is amazing, and it is offline. I would recommend 100%.”
“Also a lot of microtransactions.”
“Too many ads that are awful.”
“Bro you literally have to pay money to unlock new skills. Just keep it free; if you want to make money, don't tell us to pay this and that all the time.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its glitches and unexpected gameplay moments, such as players' helmets flying off during tackles and amusing AI behavior. Many users find the game's challenges and quirks entertaining, often leading to laughter during play, especially when shared with friends or family. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm that enhances the gaming experience.
“This is the best game ever! It's literally one of the best games of the century for me on mobile because it's kind of glitchy, which makes it funny. The passing is hard, so it's a challenge, and when their helmets fly off from getting hit hard, it's satisfying.”
“The game is so good! I like to play this with my brother; he made me laugh because he was being funny, and I broke somebody's ankles.”
“This game is soooooo funny! 😄😄😂😄😂😄😂😄😂😂😄😄”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game has drawn comparisons to Chance the Rapper's "Hot Shower," with some users expressing strong opinions about its quality, suggesting that those who dislike it are simply haters. Overall, the music seems to evoke a polarized response among players.
“The music in this game is absolutely fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly matches the game's vibe and keeps me engaged.”
“The variety of tracks keeps things fresh and exciting throughout my gameplay.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The audio quality is subpar and detracts from the experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by users' desire for greater control over players during critical moments, such as catching the ball, which could enhance the intensity and engagement of gameplay. Additionally, the inclusion of franchise elements with player ratings could deepen the emotional investment in team management and player development.
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that incorporating a deep franchise mode featuring elements like a draft, coordinators, and a full season would significantly enhance the game's replayability.
“The deep franchise mode with a draft, coordinators, and a full season really enhances the replayability of the game.”
“Each playthrough feels unique, thanks to the variety of strategies and choices available, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The random events and different character paths ensure that no two games are ever the same, significantly boosting the replayability factor.”
“There should be a deep franchise mode with a draft, coordinators, and a season because that would increase replayability.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage me to play through it again.”
“Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to return for a second playthrough.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and creativity, with players feeling that the settings are minimal and unoriginal. Additionally, the absence of unique player names and the uniformity of jersey numbers detract from the overall immersion, while the graphics are described as subpar. Overall, players express a desire for a more engaging narrative and improved character development.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The narrative is poorly executed, with many plot holes that left me confused and unsatisfied.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users expressing a strong appreciation for its engaging football environment, which adds to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
“I love the atmosphere in this game; it really captures the excitement of football.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're part of the action.”
“The vibrant atmosphere enhances the overall experience, drawing you into the world of football.”