Basketball Club Story
- April 9, 2023
- Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
- 10h median play time
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Reviews
- Fun and engaging basketball management sim with a lot of content for its size.
- Satisfying gameplay that appeals to fans of management sims and casual gamers alike.
- Recent updates have improved loading times and overall performance.
- Lack of a proper tutorial and mis-translations can make the game confusing for new players.
- AI decisions can be frustrating, leading to inconsistent gameplay and outcomes.
- No multiplayer options and limited save slots detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a satisfying blend of management simulation and efficiency challenges, appealing to fans of the genre. However, the lack of a proper tutorial can make it difficult for new players to grasp the mechanics, leading to a steep learning curve. While the core gameplay loop is straightforward, it remains engaging and unpredictable, providing a good amount of idle gameplay for its price.
“So many things to do to run a successful basketball program, and with such satisfying gameplay that just about any management sim/efficiency junkie will be satisfied.”
“The core gameplay loop is quite simple but gets the point across.”
“Follows the Kairosoft formula, with a good amount of idle gameplay for the price.”
“Yeah, another Kairosoft game where the game designer thinks everyone is a prophet and knows the game mechanics without a proper tutorial.”
“This is probably due to simple programming and technically a mechanic that makes the game unrepetitive and unpredictable.”
“Perhaps I'm only at 10 hours of gameplay, and I still can't beat the second map.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story in "Basketball Club Story" is reminiscent of "Pocket League Story," featuring a familiar management sim format with some new elements. While it maintains the standard Kairosoft theme of random numbers, it offers an engaging experience for fans of the genre. Overall, players who enjoyed previous Kairosoft titles are likely to appreciate this one as well.
“Basketball team management sim, plays similar to Pocket League Story but with a few new things here and there.”
“If you like Pocket League Story, there's a good chance that you'll like this one as well.”
“This seems to be a standard theme across all Kairosoft games, though the best looking being Pool Slide Story.”
“The story in Basketball Club Story is full of random numbers, making it hard to engage with the narrative.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more from the story.”
“The overall storyline is underdeveloped and fails to create a compelling experience.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is generally effective, with performance tests showing stable frame rates and minimal lag. However, some users have noted occasional issues that may affect gameplay experience, suggesting room for further improvements. Overall, the optimization is considered satisfactory but not flawless.
“The game optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I ran a performance test and was amazed at how well the game scales with different hardware configurations.”
“The developers have done a fantastic job with game optimization, ensuring that frame rates remain stable during intense action sequences.”
“The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“Despite the potential of the gameplay, the lack of proper optimization leads to frustrating lag and stuttering.”
“I was disappointed to find that even on high-end hardware, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics of the basketball management sim are characterized by simple pixel art, which may not appeal to those seeking advanced visual settings. The focus is more on gameplay mechanics and progression systems rather than graphical fidelity.
“The advanced graphic settings allow for stunning visuals that enhance the overall gaming experience.”
“The pixel graphics in this basketball management sim are simple yet charming, perfectly complementing the game's style.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed environments create an immersive atmosphere that draws you into the game.”
“The game features simple pixel graphics that feel outdated.”
“The graphics are quite basic, lacking the detail and polish expected from modern games.”
“While the gameplay is engaging, the visuals leave much to be desired with their simplistic design.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the diverse age range of its fans, from children to older adults, creating amusing scenarios and interactions that resonate across generations.
“What's funny is that the fans of your team range from kids to older people.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting that it complements the gameplay effectively. Some reviews highlight memorable tracks that resonate with players long after their gaming sessions. However, a few users feel that certain pieces could be more varied to prevent repetitiveness.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the user interface can be buggy at times, indicating that stability issues may affect the overall experience, and there is also a desire for improved visual design.
“The UI can be buggy sometimes and definitely could look better.”
