Basketball Battle
- December 12, 2014
- DoubleTap Software
- 1h median play time
Get on Play Store"Basketball Battle" is an arcade-style sports game with unique courts and customizable teams. Its standout mechanics and visuals are hindered by frequent ads and bugs, but the game offers a 2-player split screen mode and over 100 courts to choose from. A humorous touch adds to the overall experience.
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Reviews
- monetization575 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads. Many users report being bombarded with ads before, during, and after gameplay, often feeling that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. While some appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, others feel that the intrusive ads detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab.
“I love this game! It's super fun, no ads or lag, and I rate it a 5-star.”
“The game is amazing, no bugs, no ads, and no such thing.”
“I like this game because there are no ads to bother you.”
“The amount of ads in this game is insane.”
“You spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
“It's fun, but the ads are just unbelievably insane.”
- graphics309 mentions
- 76 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as "amazing," "great," and "clean," while others criticize them as "terrible" or in need of improvement. Some users appreciate the cartoonish style, finding it enjoyable, while others desire more realistic visuals. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are generally well-received, there is room for enhancement to meet varying player expectations.
“The graphics are amazing, the level up system is on point, and the overall gameplay is literally outstanding!”
“I love the graphics and the gameplay in general.”
“The graphics are so awesome and the way it's easy to shoot a 3-pointer is amazing!”
“The graphics are not that good, but the gameplay and controls are good.”
“It is very very bad, the graphics suck like a dead animal.”
“Besides the graphics which suck like a dumpster filled with trash, filled with rotten food and cow poop that smells like skunk spray mixed together.”
- gameplay110 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, engaging graphics, and addictive nature, making it enjoyable for players. However, many users express frustration with the excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, unrealistic mechanics, and a lack of depth, which can lead to repetitiveness and hinder progression without spending money. Overall, while the game has solid foundations and potential, improvements in mechanics and a reduction in ads could enhance the overall experience.
“Amazing gameplay and controls!”
“The graphics are amazing, the level-up system is on point, and the overall gameplay is literally outstanding!”
“Great gameplay, not overly complicated, and there aren't spontaneous advertisements plugged in everywhere.”
“Overall a game with potential but ruined with ads shoved in your face, bugged events and lack of defense mechanics.”
“I deleted this garbage because the mechanics are trash and I felt like I was playing badminton, not basketball.”
“Bad game, very bad controls and gameplay after updates.”
- humor68 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it entertaining and often hilarious, particularly due to the quirky character interactions and amusing gameplay mechanics. Many users enjoy the comedic elements, such as funny sound effects and playful animations, which enhance the overall fun experience. However, some players express a desire for more challenging gameplay to complement the humor.
“The commentary is on point and sometimes hilarious.”
“This game is so funny and hard.”
“Best basketball game ever, it's funny and competitive. Thanks to the creators for this game; I recommend downloading it.”
- stability37 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 70 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches and lag, particularly during critical moments like prize ball collection and gameplay actions. While some players praise the game for having no ads and good controls, others express frustration over the game freezing or crashing, which negatively impacts their experience. Overall, stability issues seem to be a significant concern for a portion of the player base, despite some users enjoying the game without major problems.
“No glitches and no ads every 10 seconds like most games.”
“Absolutely great no ads, no lag, no glitches and many more.”
“Great game, no bugs and no glitches.”
“It's nice, but it gets irritating and glitches too much online or offline. Not to mention the fact that it lags, so I couldn't rate it any higher than this.”
“The problem is that if the ad does not play, the game pretty much freezes because you can't exit, reload the ad, or anything.”
“I hate this game; it keeps stopping, and I can't even play because of all the glitches. When I open the game, it's all glitched out, and I can't even battle. I want to give it 0 stars, but I have to put 1 star.”
- music9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the background tunes and describing them as "cool" and "awesome," while others feel that a more robust soundtrack would enhance the experience. Overall, the music is generally seen as a positive aspect, though it may not be the standout feature of the game.
“The music is cool; I like all of it.”
“This basketball game is very easy, and the design and music are awesome.”
“Dope game; I really like the music.”
“A soundtrack would make this unbeatable, but the little music in the background is okay. The game is awesome; sucks to be you if you haven't tried it.”
“It was good, just not better than Johnny Trigger. Thank you, I'm going to have my own business one day and be a rapper. I think my first song might be 10 times harder and might put it on voice recorder today. I get beats off of YouTube when I rap, and my brother raps with me sometimes, but he doesn't want to be a rapper. I'm talking to the person that made this game; your dreams achieved. My dreams are going to achieve too; I believe in myself. I really like your game; my favorite rapper is YNW Melly.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the unique concept and enjoyable gameplay of the game, but many find the grinding aspect excessive and tedious, often feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. While some enjoy the challenge of upgrading and grinding for better players, others feel it becomes monotonous after a while.
“The game is really good, the idea developers came up with is really unique, but the thing is this is too grinding.”
“You end up grinding just to get the better players!”
“Tedious and mundane after a few games.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a desire for improved optimization in the game, particularly regarding ad frequency and player progression mechanics. Suggestions include reducing ad interruptions and enhancing the leveling system to reward players more effectively, while some users note issues with lag and performance. Despite these concerns, many appreciate the game's smooth operation and overall playability.
“Then the game will work at peak performance.”
“Nothing special, but I really like it; it runs smoothly.”
“Try cutting the ads to a minimal amount and increasing player progression by performance (i.e. no points scored from the enemy, etc.). This will make people play longer and naturally watch more ads to progress, as opposed to killing the fun so early on. You lose your player base and have to fish for more players who want to watch an ad every other second.”
“Too much lag time before being able to play the next game if you're choosing not to watch extra ads for additional performance enhancements.”
“I like the game, but the leveling system must increase the amount of XP gained, like 50 to 100 XP per game depending on the user's performance.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a range of emotions while engaging with the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of control, frustration, and joy. The game's mechanics can lead to a sense of helplessness for some, while others find it a source of emotional support and reflection on personal struggles. Overall, the emotional experience is described as a mix of fun, intensity, and introspection, particularly when played in altered states.
“It's a nice game which passes a lot of free time, but it gets emotional when you play stoned.”
“Makes me mad and keeps me happy; it makes me emotional and rage sometimes. I love basketball, so it's okay.”
“Really fun and emotional game.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is engaging and humorous, allowing players to create their own narratives. However, some users feel that the experience would be enhanced with additional modes beyond the story.
“The game is funny and you can create your own story behind it.”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development was minimal, leaving me feeling disconnected from their journeys.”
“The plot twists were predictable and failed to deliver any real surprises.”
