Cricket 24

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Cricket 24 is a detailed and immersive cricket simulation game featuring official licenses and over 300 players with full photogrammetry. Take on major cricket nations, including Australia and England in the Ashes, and for the first time, professional Indian T20 teams in over 50 official stadiums. Experience the most complete cricket video game simulation with unique cutscenes, press conferences, and team training sessions.

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Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,399 reviews

gameplay45 positive mentions

stability84 negative mentions

The game features improved graphics and player animations, making it visually appealing.
Cricket 24 offers a more immersive experience with licensed teams and tournaments, enhancing authenticity.
The gameplay mechanics for batting and bowling have seen improvements, providing a more engaging experience.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in fielding and AI behavior.
Many players feel that the game is too similar to Cricket 22, lacking significant new features or improvements.
The commentary is often inaccurate and repetitive, detracting from the overall immersion of the game.

gameplay
179 mentions
25 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Cricket 24 has received mixed reviews, with many praising its realistic batting and bowling mechanics, as well as improved graphics and animations. However, players have expressed frustration over underwhelming fielding mechanics, repetitive commentary, and a lack of significant improvements compared to previous iterations, leading to a feeling of stagnation in core gameplay. While some aspects are engaging and immersive, numerous bugs and gameplay glitches detract from the overall experience, leaving room for further enhancements.
- “The realistic movements and extensive player scans greatly enhance the gameplay, particularly in career mode, which is where I spend most of my time.”
- “Cricket 24 is a significant leap forward in cricket gaming, offering realistic gameplay, improved graphics, and an immersive cricketing experience.”
- “The depth of mechanics for both batting and bowling is well-designed, providing a realistic challenge that captures the essence of the sport.”
- “Another aspect that frustrates me is how heavily scripted the gameplay feels at times.”
- “The game is largely unplayable without customized gameplay setting changes due to the fact that almost every ball faced will be edged to the keeper and caught on medium-and-higher difficulty.”
- “The developers seem to have prioritized licensing deals over meaningful gameplay changes, neglecting several areas that could have been improved upon.”
graphics
167 mentions
41 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics in Cricket 24 have received mixed reviews, with many praising the improvements in realism, player models, and overall visual quality compared to previous installments. However, some users have reported bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the experience, suggesting that while the graphics are generally good, they still fall short of contemporary sports game standards. Overall, the game is seen as a significant upgrade in visuals, but it requires further optimization and fixes to fully meet player expectations.
- “Cricket 24 is a significant leap forward in cricket gaming, offering realistic gameplay, improved graphics, and an immersive cricketing experience.”
- “The graphics in Cricket 24 are nothing short of breathtaking.”
- “The depth of gameplay, combined with stunning graphics and realistic physics, makes for an engaging and enjoyable experience.”
- “Graphics doesn't satisfy.”
- “The graphics of the game are very bad, and I have been having problems getting the right settings and full screen.”
- “The game is very badly optimized, especially the camera angles are so bad that they interfere with the stadium's structures; sometimes pillars or stands come in between just before hitting the ball, the graphics are pretty bad as of now, maybe they will fix all of this in upcoming updates, but as of now the game is crap and rubbish.”
stability
84 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a variety of bugs and glitches that range from minor graphical issues to game-breaking crashes. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these problems, many express frustration over the frequency and severity of the glitches, particularly in fielding and multiplayer modes. Overall, while there is potential for improvement, the game's current state is seen as unstable and in need of significant updates to enhance the player experience.
- “The game is buggy at times but still fun to play for true cricket lovers.”
- “Game is a buggy mess, needs patching badly.”
- “The fielders making misfields and drop catches is understandable, but doing all the hard work of reaching towards the ball and then freezing... cricket lovers please do not buy this game. I am regretting my decision to buy this game.”
optimization
19 mentions
11 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players noting significant issues such as long loading times, poor frame rates (ranging from 9-29 fps), and various bugs that detract from the experience. While developers are actively updating the game, many users feel that performance improvements are still needed, particularly for multiplayer stability and gameplay mechanics. Despite its graphical appeal, the high price point is seen as unjustified given the current performance shortcomings.
- “Additionally, the game's performance optimization on certain systems could be improved to ensure a seamless experience for all players.”
- “Though it needs a lot of optimization, best cricket game on the market.”
- “The developers have been active with updates, which is a positive sign, but there’s still room for optimization, especially in terms of loading times and server stability in multiplayer matches.”
- “I only get between 9-29 fps, and no matter what settings I change— even changing any and all of them at once—nothing affects the performance at all, positively or negatively.”
- “There are a lot of bugs in the game; it has not been optimized properly, and also when I went to a review count scene, the camera angle gets stuck in a position, and the striker batsman changes to the non-striker batsman. Additionally, running between wickets and ball throwing when running between wickets is not at all realistic.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is largely praised for its realistic depiction of cricket, with detailed player models and accurately recreated stadiums that capture the essence of real-world venues. Sound effects, such as the crack of the bat and crowd noise, enhance the experience, while the inclusion of domestic leagues adds variety. However, the sparse audience presence detracts from the overall excitement and authenticity of the atmosphere.
- “The inclusion of domestic leagues like the IPL and The Hundred adds realism and variety, while the visuals and atmosphere capture the essence of cricket well.”
- “Player models are more detailed, and stadiums are recreated with impressive accuracy, capturing the atmosphere of real-world cricket venues.”
- “The sound effects, such as the crack of the bat and crowd noise, are well done and enhance the overall atmosphere.”
- “The audience presence in the game is disappointingly sparse, which affects the overall atmosphere and excitement typically associated with a cricket match.”
story
6 mentions
17 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for a more engaging story element in the career mode, suggesting the inclusion of friendships, partnerships, and cutscenes to enhance gameplay. While the variety of leagues and formats is appreciated, many feel that the interactions and storyline elements lack depth, indicating a need for improvement in this area. Overall, the absence of a substantial story mode is noted as a significant drawback.
- “I like to say kindly improve the quality and if possible a story mode is needed.”
- “A career mode with a story built on it and some cutscenes would really finish the game and make it fun.”
- “The ability to choose between different leagues and formats adds variety, though I’d love to see more depth in the interactions and storyline elements.”
- “4 stars because it's a cricket game, but as per price, not much has changed between 2022 and 2024. I would kindly suggest improving the quality and, if possible, adding a story mode.”
monetization
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with players feeling that the £40 price tag does not reflect the quality of the product, especially when compared to free mobile games with similar graphics. Many reviewers perceive the game as a cash grab, expressing disappointment in the lack of innovation and the presence of advertising that detracts from the overall experience.
- “This is from the viewpoint of someone who has never played any sports games except for FIFA before, but I have to say I am really disappointed with this £40 purchase - especially when there are mobile games with similar graphics, heightened realism, and performance, and the only caveat being 5-second ads every over.”
- “Another game developer ruining their once great reputation by doing as little as possible for a cash grab.”
- “Cricket 24 is nothing less than a blatant cash grab.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in Cricket 24 is generally well-received, with users appreciating the new menu sound and background music as a visual and auditory enhancement. The menu music playlist is noted as a mood booster, although some feel that overall commentary and core gameplay improvements are lacking compared to previous versions.
- “The menu and UI: Cricket 24's new menu sound, background music, and UI are a visual treat.”
- “The menu music playlist is good and a mood booster.”
- “This game is essentially a repackaged version of 22 with very minor improvements to things like the menus, music, and having licensed teams, which are all great additions.”
- “The commentary is very limited and not related to the songs at all.”
- “This game is essentially a repackaged version of 22 with very minor improvements to things like the menus, music, and having licensed teams, which are all great additions, but when it comes to core gameplay, there’s little to look forward to.”
replayability
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is significantly enhanced by community features such as tournaments and leagues, catering to both competitive and casual players. Recent patches have further improved the overall playability and enjoyment, making it a more engaging experience.
- “The community features, like tournaments and leagues, add to the game's replayability, offering something for both competitive and casual players.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional disconnect in gameplay, noting that unrealistic ball physics detract from the immersive experience. The exaggerated ball movement after contact with the bat undermines the authenticity of cricket, leading to a less engaging emotional response.
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in various bugs within the game, noting that while these glitches do not significantly impact gameplay, they add a comedic element that the developers should consider addressing. Overall, the community appreciates the developers' ongoing updates, which enhance the experience despite the amusing issues.
- “Despite issues (even though some of them are pretty funny rather than game-breaking), I'm glad to see the devs updating this time and time again to the best of their ability.”
- “They don't affect play, but they are bugs nonetheless, and if anything, quite humorous in a way the developers probably should address.”
grinding
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly in bowling, where hard work often leads to disappointing outcomes, such as dropped catches. The sentiment suggests that extensive effort is required to achieve success, making the experience feel laborious and unfulfilling.
- “Grinding in this game is so immersive, it feels like you'll need a second life to keep up!”
- “The grind is rewarding, offering a sense of achievement with every level gained.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it keeps me engaged without feeling tedious.”
- “Bowling also is completely unchanged; working for a wicket feels tedious and frustrating, especially when hard work and effort reward an edge that gets dropped, and the next ball the batter finds their footwork and smashes it over your head for 6.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Character development is criticized for its lack of realism, with player models and animations described as robotic and unconvincing, detracting from the overall immersion in the game.
- “The character design and movement feel robotic and unrealistic.”
- “There is a lack of depth in character development, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The progression system is shallow, offering little incentive to invest in character growth.”