Canadian Football 2017

About

"Canadian Football 2017" is a football simulation game that brings to life the fast-paced, explosive action of Canadian football. The game features a full professional rule set, 3D graphics, physics-based mechanics, and both single and multiplayer modes. With customizable teams, stadiums in 9 Canadian cities, and optional American rules, this game offers a unique and authentic football experience for fans of the sport.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

The game offers a unique experience of Canadian football with accurate rules and engaging gameplay.
There is potential for improvement, and the developers seem to be responsive to community feedback.
The modding community is actively working on enhancing the game, including adding CFL teams and rosters.

The gameplay feels unpolished and clunky, with frustrating passing mechanics and unintuitive controls.
There is a lack of essential features like a season or franchise mode, limiting long-term engagement.
Many players experience issues with AI behavior, leading to unrealistic gameplay scenarios.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
Gameplay is described as a mix of frustration and enjoyment, with players noting issues like inconsistent passing mechanics and clunky controls that hinder offensive play. While some improvements have been made, such as reduced dropped passes, the overall experience can feel unbalanced and lacks features like a season mode. Despite these drawbacks, players find the core mechanics engaging and express a sense of progression as they adapt to the gameplay.
- “Cfb17 seems to play faster and the gameplay looks more balanced.”
- “In my first game, I was defeated quite badly, but as I gained confidence in the gameplay, I started to get better results, though I'm still having some tough losses.”
- “The important thing here is the mechanics of the game are good, so the football itself is fun to play.”
- “I literally own them on defense, yet thanks to wonky catching mechanics, they can get a deep pass and just have players bounce off of them. Meanwhile, you try to play offense, and on the rare chance you can throw a ball in less than 40 seconds of preparation time, the ball won't even go near or to the right target.”
- “Fairly frustrating game with wonky passing mechanics (no apparent attempt to catch passes when wide open is very annoying to me), clunky maneuvering and controls, also no ability to try out plays and see how one is supposed to work a given play, and no concept of a season mode at all.”
- “The animations are a little jittery, but it's good to see an indie developer try to add character rather than it being a purely mechanical game.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The graphics of the game are generally considered good for an indie title, with nice art assets, though the lighting is described as bland, detracting from the overall visual appeal. While some users find the graphics comparable to other indie sports games like Axis Football, others feel they fall short of expectations, especially in terms of gameplay quality. Modding efforts are underway to enhance the visual experience with custom logos and player designs.
- “The graphics are great, showcasing impressive art assets that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The visuals are appealing, with a unique style that stands out in the indie game scene.”
- “The lighting effects add depth to the graphics, creating a more immersive atmosphere.”
- “While the art assets are nice, the lighting is a bit bland, which makes the visuals look worse than they actually are.”
- “While not a serious issue, it lowers the overall visual aesthetic of the game.”
- “The graphics may be a bit poor, but in my opinion, they are at the same level as Axis Football.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The optimization of the game is noted for its effective roster generation, with player ratings closely aligning with professional performance standards. This attention to detail enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “I've been working on a newly generated roster with ratings that closely match pro performance.”