Bloodsports.TV
- March 30, 2015
- Fatshark
Bloodsports.TV offers some fresh ideas, but offers too little variance or reason to play long-term. A fun one-off co-op game worth a weekend, but don’t expect it to be a go-to.
Get on Steam"Bloodsports.TV" is a horror sport game with single-player and multi-player/co-op options for 2 players. In this spin-off of Krater, players protect the missile silo and unlock various Gladiators with unique abilities to fight against enemies and bosses. Customize your Gladiator with over 90 items and climb global leaderboards to become the greatest crew of Gladiators.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, especially when played with friends, offering a unique PvE MOBA experience.
- There are multiple classes and characters to choose from, allowing for different playstyles and strategies.
- It's very affordable, particularly during sales, making it a good value for casual gaming sessions.
- The player base is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find games or progress without friends.
- The game suffers from a lack of content, with limited maps, characters, and repetitive gameplay.
- Technical issues and bugs, along with a clunky progression system, detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for feeling clunky and lacking depth, with many players expressing disappointment in the repetitive nature and limited mechanics that become apparent after a short time. While some acknowledge that the core gameplay is enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by poor item design, a lack of engaging story elements, and numerous typos. Players generally feel that the game does not offer enough content to justify extended playtime.
“There are many things I think they could do to improve the game, but the core gameplay is good and fun.”
“Just maybe don't expect to get hundreds of hours of gameplay out of it.”
“Just kinda pisses me off that the game is well made, except that after 20 minutes of gameplay you have already seen the whole game.”
“The gameplay feels clunky, the items are bad, you kill people or get nuked and that's it. That's all the game has to offer; they put the story behind and demolished the characters they never even gave a chance to build up.”
“After three hours of gameplay, I should have uninstalled it or stopped at the two-hour mark and refunded it.”
“Just kinda pisses me off that the game is well made, except that after 20 minutes of gameplay, you have already seen the whole game.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have been described as a blend of League of Legends and Borderlands, with an art style reminiscent of Warcraft 3. While the atmosphere is appreciated and the graphics are considered above average, they do not stand out significantly compared to more developed titles like League of Legends or Dota 2. Overall, the graphics are seen as decent but lacking in innovation and distinctiveness.
“The atmosphere was nice, the graphics were alright, and the combat was interesting enough, but nothing really stuck out when faced against the other more well-developed games such as League of Legends or Dota 2.”
“+ above average graphics”
“I've read this before, but League of Legends graphics mixed with a Borderlands theme on top of a Warcraft 3 game mode is what a lot of people familiar with those games are seeing. I agree with them, but I believe the innovation to actually make that work well together is what makes this a strong contender and a fun game.”
“It's a shame that the game was released in this state and the year it was in; the art style, in my opinion, the characters, the world from Krater.”
“The graphics are similar to League of Legends.”
“The art style is lacking.”
- story10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story in the game is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, leaving characters feeling insignificant and unimportant. Players express frustration over the absence of backstory and meaningful character development, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game features a dystopian setting and some narrative elements, many feel it could have greatly benefited from a more robust story mode and additional content.
“So, anyway, for $1, it's a nice little dystopian hack and slash tower defense game with several character choices, ability and weapon upgrades, and a decent selection of maps to battle on (and a somewhat twisted story to tie it all together).”
“Why drop us in a world so well made, make the roster and the recruiting make the character feel like they are just a nobody? The classes feel weak and unimportant, with no story for each of them.”
“Where did they come from, and what part do they have to play in the story? This is still about bloodsport; the gameplay feels clunky, the items are bad, you kill people or get nuked and that's it. That's all the game has to offer. They put the story behind, demolishing the characters they never even gave a chance to build up.”
“They could have made a great game if they just had added more content, maybe even a story mode instead of arena only.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it fun and engaging due to the escalating strength of characters, others criticize it for lacking sufficient content and depth to encourage repeated play. Despite solid controls and an interesting aesthetic, many feel it falls short of the replay value expected from the genre.
“It's fun and replayable since both the player and enemies start getting ridiculously strong.”
“Overall, it's pretty good, solid controls, smart cast, and decent replayability.”
“Warcraft III x hero siege vibes, worth getting the 5-pack on sale, not a lot of content or replay value.”
“Bloodsports has an interesting aesthetic and a unique setting for the hero defense genre, but ultimately it falls flat and just doesn't have the replayability that a game like this could, and should, have.”
“But the replayability and the overall experience just won't allow me to.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in Krater is widely praised for its atmospheric quality and nostalgic 80's/90's vibe, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience. While some players found the overall sound design to be merely adequate, many highlighted the music as a standout feature that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
“Krater was an action RPG but played like an RTS game; it was clunky, it was weird and not satisfying. The reason I tried to play the game was because of how atmospheric it is, how well made the world and the music was.”
“I really liked this game; the co-op PvE league is a cool theme, is done very well, and the music kicks absolute ass.”
“+ Cool music with some 80's / 90's vibe.”
“The sound and music were... adequate.”
“Krater was an action RPG but played like an RTS game; it was clunky, weird, and not satisfying. The reason I tried to play the game was because of how atmospheric it is, how well made the world and the music were.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both extensive and somewhat tedious, particularly when pursuing achievements that feel dull. However, it is noted that the grinding can be enjoyable and rewarding, especially when playing with friends who prefer a cooperative experience over competitive play.
“Update: I'm surprised at how long I've played it for; those achievements are grindy and dull.”
“All in all, a decent game if you have friends who like MOBAs but hate PvP and enjoy a grinding but rewarding co-op experience.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Krater is frequently praised for its well-crafted world and music, creating an engaging environment reminiscent of post-apocalyptic settings like Borderlands. While the graphics and combat are considered decent, they do not stand out compared to more polished titles in the genre, leading to a mixed overall impression of the game's atmospheric elements.
“Krater was an action RPG but played like an RTS game; it was clunky, it was weird and not satisfying. The reason I tried to play the game was because of how atmospheric it is, how well made the world and the music were.”
“The gladiators/arena remind me of Borderlands with its wise-cracking commentator and post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere was nice, the graphics were alright, and the combat was interesting enough.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by a dark, irreverent tone, which is complemented by the absurdity of character builds, such as creating a fast tank that still absorbs damage. Players find the comedic elements to enhance the overall experience, making the gameplay both entertaining and amusing.
“Basically a co-op vs AI MOBA with a dire sense of humor.”
“You can create a tank that goes super fast while still tanking—it's super funny! There are all kinds of builds you can do.”
“The humor in the game is really unique and adds a fun twist to the gameplay.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game features impressive visuals and maintains a smooth 60fps performance; however, some users have noted issues with a clunky engine and a lack of optimization that can affect gameplay.
“The game itself looks good and runs smoothly at 60fps.”
“Clunky engine with a lack of optimization.”
“Clunky engine with a lack of optimization.”
- character development3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with players noting that the progression of abilities feels monotonous and uninspired. The character design is described as mediocre, contributing to an overall bland experience that detracts from the gameplay, especially in a title that heavily relies on player control.
“Having level 1 of most abilities feels the same as levels 2, 3, 4, etc. I don't think the character design is either terrible or great, but in a game so dependent on controlling your hero, having a lackluster hero experience is definitely a big minus.”
“[Bland character design, by-the-numbers items, little enemy variation]”
