Basketball Arena: Online Game

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Basketball Arena: Online Game is an arcade-style sports game with splendid mechanics, excellent graphics, and plenty of humor. However, the game features lots of grinding, annoying ads, and is very buggy. In this 1v1 online basketball game, you can challenge your opponents and show off your basketball skills.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Basketball Arena: Online Game screenshot

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,970 reviews

graphics128 positive mentions

monetization430 negative mentions

monetization
453 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
1%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing after every match. Many players feel that the game is heavily "pay-to-win," with in-app purchases being necessary to compete effectively, while others express frustration over the lack of options to reduce or eliminate ads without spending money. Overall, the excessive ads and monetization tactics have led to a negative impact on the gaming experience, with many users considering uninstalling the game as a result.
- “It's almost perfect; there's quite a bit of in-app purchases, but you don't need to buy anything. Also, they could do a little to improve gameplay mechanics, but it's a mobile game.”
- “This game is so fun! Events are so helpful and also make very good characters easy to get, and the in-app purchases are so cheap, so that's why I give it 5/5.”
- “Amazing game, easy to play, fun, and no ads. 5 stars for sure.”
- “After every match that lasts about 2 minutes, you get ads. It's so annoying; it ruins the enjoyment of the game. They are clearly money-hungry to have ads every time you play a match.”
- “It's a good game, but the amount of ads is really annoying. The ads pop up after each game you play, and the only way to get rid of them is to pay money.”
- “This game is a pay-to-win cash grab. You can't win anything because of all the pay-to-win players on it. It's definitely sad to see games almost always having pay-to-win mechanics and many ads every level.”
graphics
150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
11%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised, with many users highlighting their quality, detail, and visual appeal, often describing them as "awesome" and "amazing." However, some players have noted issues with glitches and lag that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, contributing to its enjoyment and engagement.
- “The graphics are great and the gameplay is even better.”
- “Best basketball game that I have ever played with awesome graphics.”
- “Amazing game, great graphics and everything definitely recommend it.”
- “Nothing to say really the game is trash; the graphics are okay but not good. You don't regenerate stamina when playing, so you are stuck with a not-so-good character.”
- “Worst game ever I have played; don't install it, it is a waste of time. Controls are very bad, graphics always show internet problems.”
- “This game sucks; it's too laggy, the graphics are terrible, and the only reason why this game is popular is because of YouTubers!”
stability
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezes, and lag affecting gameplay. Many players experience issues such as automatic actions, loss of connection, and game crashes, leading to frustration and loss of progress. While some users find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of bugs and performance problems has resulted in lower ratings and a call for urgent fixes.
- “Such a fun and easy-to-use game; no glitches or issues at all. Definitely deserves 5 stars.”
- “The best game ever! It works without glitches and has no ads.”
- “No glitches; it is perfect.”
- “I experience glitches while in competition; blackouts, no video but sound, backward-facing characters with disabled functions, the game closes (you have to re-login in 15 seconds or the match forfeits), and if I'm lucky, lose of sound.”
- “The game freezes and slows down a lot... every time I win a game it kicks me out and the game restarts.”
- “This game has so many glitches; I had a 13 win streak and I lost because I was taking a shot that was about to go in, but somehow the person got the ball before it went in.”
gameplay
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
41%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics and engaging progression system, with many players enjoying the arcade-style experience and strategic elements. However, there are significant criticisms regarding the prevalence of pay-to-win dynamics, excessive ads, and the presence of bots, which detract from the overall experience and challenge. While some users find the gameplay addictive and well-designed, others express frustration over glitches, matchmaking issues, and a lack of real player interactions.
- “I must say this game has surprised me over and over again and it is a great game. I give it 5 stars; everything from its gameplay to their support team has been top-notch.”
- “Fun gameplay which is challenging and has a great progression system with leagues and a very well-designed PvP system.”
- “It's great, I really like the overall gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is a bit inconsistent, and like I said, it's fun, but after 2-3 days you're just getting smoked by people that pay to win.”
- “It would be a decent game if it wasn't pay to win to the extreme, and if the game's greedy creators actually realized that watching boring ads 95% of the time kills the gameplay experience completely.”
- “Total bot gameplay opponents are bots, not liking it. I would rate it -5 if possible. Worst game, no real players; that is dumb, fix it. Every player is a bot, can judge by their name according to country.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated by players, with many finding it both entertaining and lighthearted. Users enjoy the comedic elements, such as exaggerated character designs and amusing in-game scenarios, which enhance the overall fun experience. The game's competitive nature also adds a layer of humor, especially when players triumph over those who have invested heavily in characters.
- “I think it's hilarious when I see that someone has spent a ton of money on characters and I destroy them with my tier 1 players lol!”
- “Really entertaining game and provides a very funny message when your opponent rage quits.”
- “This game is funny and fun.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its quality and catchiness, particularly the background tracks that enhance the gaming experience. However, others express frustration over interruptions caused by ads that disrupt the music, and some find the in-game music lacking, suggesting it could be more entertaining. Overall, while the sound design is appreciated, there are calls for improvements in the in-game music experience.
- “Great sound and music too, and I am happy that the developer put so much thought into that aspect of the game.”
- “This game is awesome! It's so complex, and the background music on the home page is fire. I like how in the street court in the background it says 'RIP for Kobe Bryant' (rest in peace).”
- “I really think that the waiting music is hype!!”
- “And the music, the painful never-ending K-pop garbage.”
- “And music and everything else stops working.”
- “It's actually not a bad basketball game, but if you could put some music when you're playing in the game, cause it's so boring. You can put like entertaining music though.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find grinding in the game to be a rewarding experience, allowing them to unlock characters and power-ups, although some express frustration over the high costs associated with upgrades and the presence of ads. While many enjoy the grind for its potential rewards, there are calls for more engaging content, such as events or additional game modes, to enhance the experience. Overall, the game balances fun and grinding, with some players noting a slight pay-to-win aspect.
- “The characters take a little bit to unlock by grinding, but the deals and players are way too expensive.”
- “As usual, there is a lot of grinding to upgrade players.”
- “The game is fun, but the ads are a little annoying, and they should add events that allow you to get a limited shoe or something instead of grinding more cards to upgrade your characters.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
60%
30%
The reviews indicate a desire for a more structured story mode or career mode within the game, with players expressing interest in a league or championship format. However, the current narrative elements seem lacking, leading to a sense of disappointment among users who crave a deeper storytelling experience. Overall, while the game is appreciated for its gameplay and community, the story aspect is seen as an area needing significant improvement.
- “This story was repeated three times; it is not acceptable, as per the rules, three points cost four energy points. How could a player score three points with no energy?”
- “I would personally love to see a story mode or career mode, but it is what it is.”
- “But it needs a story mode or at least a league mode where you can go on the road and play teams in brackets or some kind of championship.”
- “This story was repeated three times; it is not acceptable. As per the rules, 3 points cost 4 energy points. How could a player score 3 points with no energy?”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a mix of strong emotions regarding the game, with some feeling joy and excitement about their gameplay experience, while others report frustration and disappointment due to perceived unfairness and rigging. This dichotomy highlights the game's ability to evoke both happiness and sadness among players.
- “I love this game! I am bored all the time, but this game made me feel happy. You should put 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on this game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Players have noted significant improvements in optimization, with the game experiencing reduced delays of 1 to 0.5 seconds in real-time performance, leading to a more responsive and enjoyable experience.
- “The updates for optimization have significantly reduced the game's delay from one second to half a second in real time.”
- “Wow, amazing performance improvements!”
- “You updated the game for optimization, and now there's a 1-second to half-a-second delay in real time.”
- “The optimization changes have made the game feel sluggish and unresponsive.”
- “After the latest optimization patch, I've experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering.”