Cricket Captain 2014

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"Cricket Captain 2014" is a cricket management simulation game with a new user-friendly interface and improved 3D graphics. The game features classic England vs. India scenarios, domestic and international modes, and cup modes including World Cup, Twenty Over Cup, and Champions Cup. You can captain domestic teams from English, Australian, and Indian leagues, or international teams with current or all-time great players. New stadiums will be added after release.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

A quality cricket management simulator that has been enjoyed by fans for years, offering a nostalgic experience.
The new interface is visually pleasing and makes navigation smoother compared to previous versions.
The game provides a realistic cricket experience with the ability to manage teams and develop players, keeping players engaged for hours.

Many players feel that the game is just a copy and paste of previous versions with minimal updates, leading to disappointment.
The AI and gameplay mechanics have been criticized for being unrealistic and lacking depth, making matches feel more like luck than strategy.
Technical issues, such as crashes and loading problems, have been reported, causing frustration among players.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have seen only minor improvements, with many users noting that the animations and overall visual presentation remain largely unchanged from previous iterations. While some new features have been introduced, the lack of significant graphical updates and the presence of lag during highlights detract from the overall experience.
- “The graphics have slightly improved, but the same animations and featureless blobs in what should be players remain.”
- “The tweaks have been to graphics rather than gameplay, but there is now an irritating lag when skipping through a highlight.”
- “The graphics haven't been updated.”
- “Don't get me wrong, I don't mean that as 'oh it's nostalgic and a great throwback.' I mean the same game as in nothing's changing. Sure, the graphics have slightly improved and there are a few new quirks like Hawkeye, but it's the same animations, the same featureless blobs in what should be players, and the same looking screens between bits of footage.”
- “Only problem I have is that the graphics haven't been updated.”
- “The 'new' match engine is identical to previous years - the tweaks have been to graphics rather than gameplay, and even that hasn't really worked, as there is now an irritating lag when skipping through a highlight.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay remains consistent with earlier versions, providing a familiar experience for returning players.
- “Players who have experienced earlier versions will find the gameplay familiar and engaging.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and provide a seamless experience for both new and returning players.”
- “The game offers a perfect balance of challenge and fun, making each session enjoyable.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks innovation.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive and frustrating.”
- “The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, making it hard to stay engaged.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for increased replayability through the addition of more playable leagues globally and the option to play as associate nations, suggesting that these features would enhance the game's longevity and variety.
- “I would love the addition of more playable leagues around the world, as well as the ability to play as associate nations.”
- “The variety of gameplay options keeps me coming back for more, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple storylines and character choices, every playthrough offers a unique experience that encourages me to dive back in.”
- “If at all possible, I'd love the addition of more playable leagues around the world, as well as the ability to play as associate nations.”