Dark Roll: Free Kick Challenge

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A ball rolling game, where you take football free kicks. Single player challenges, Steam Leaderboards and ranked multiplayer. Free to play.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 757 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, especially when played with friends, providing a unique and engaging experience.
It features a variety of challenges that ramp up in difficulty, making it rewarding to master the mechanics.
The graphics and physics are well-designed, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience that feels satisfying when scoring goals.

The ranking system is frustrating, often leading to demotions despite winning multiple matches, which can discourage players.
There are significant issues with lag and connectivity, making multiplayer matches unreliable and sometimes unplayable.
The controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, leading to a reliance on luck rather than skill in some situations.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as addictive and engaging, featuring solid mechanics that offer a mix of straightforward controls and a challenging learning curve. While some players appreciate the depth and potential for skill development, others note a lack of polish and innovation, with certain mechanics feeling unfair or punishing. Overall, the game shows promise, particularly with ongoing improvements to physics and mechanics, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
- “I think that this game is a true masterpiece with its state-of-the-art and groundbreaking gameplay.”
- “Great character development, amazing graphics, the story fits the narrative of the game perfectly, the gameplay flows fluidly from mission to mission, and the open world map is full of exciting things to explore and discover.”
- “Simple but solid mechanics that are deep enough to be engaging and challenging; well-done physics, online matches, and fun single-player modes make this indie title worth the attention of anyone who enjoys skill-based games.”
- “The gameplay is pretty straightforward and it's not too hard to pick up, but it doesn't really offer anything new or exciting.”
- “I read that there is an exploit that makes it so other players can make your game crash and disconnect you so that they get the points and you lose like 2x points because of some stupid mechanics that if you disconnect the game punishes you more than just a loss.”
- “A pretty straightforward game mechanically speaking... or maybe not, the controls might seem unfair at the beginning but there's some depth to them, that gives the game a very interesting learning curve where you might find yourself literally failing every shot until you really get into the way everything works.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visual effects and smooth character designs that enhance the overall experience, while others find them to be average and typical of mobile games. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and narrative, though opinions on their impressiveness vary.
- “The thrill of the game, the visuals, and the stunning visual effects mixed together to form a finely crafted masterpiece.”
- “Great character development, amazing graphics, the story fits the narrative of the game perfectly, the gameplay flows fluidly from mission to mission, and the open world map is full of exciting things to explore and discover.”
- “Very atmospheric and nearly perfect graphics!!”
- “The graphics are okay, but they're not really impressive.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it particularly entertaining when played with friends. The goofy concepts and playful interactions, such as lighthearted banter, contribute to a fun and hilarious experience. Overall, the game successfully delivers a comedic atmosphere that enhances the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “This game is really funny.”
- “Goofy penalty game, funny as hell.”
- “Great fun, and hilarious with some friends.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the chill atmosphere it creates, others find the soundtrack average and lacking memorable tunes. Overall, it enhances the experience but could benefit from more engaging compositions.
- “Great soundtrack!”
- “Very chill game to play with friends or randoms while listening to music.”
- “The soundtrack is also just average, with no memorable tunes or anything like that.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game is generally well-optimized for a variety of devices, providing smooth performance on smartphones and tablets. However, users have reported issues with lag on older PCs and recommend against playing on laptops, as performance may suffer significantly.
- “The game runs smoothly on a wide range of devices, providing optimal performance on both smartphones and tablets.”
- “I would recommend not playing on a laptop though, as it can slow down performance.”
- “Would recommend not playing on a laptop though as it can slow down performance.”
- “How does something like this lag on a bit older PC? This game isn't optimized at all.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and primarily focused on farming achievements, with many rewards coming from simply completing the game. While there are challenging single-player tasks available, the overall experience is seen as requiring excessive effort for minimal payoff.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Overall, worth little more than farming Steam achievements, as most of them seemed to be gained from simply completing the game.”
- “Lots of single-player challenges that get reasonably more difficult, and the ability to get all orbs is possible, though tedious.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story is praised for its great character development and seamless integration with the gameplay, enhancing the overall narrative experience. The open world is filled with exciting elements that complement the missions, contributing to a fluid gameplay experience.
- “Great character development, amazing graphics, and the story fits the narrative of the game perfectly. The gameplay flows fluidly from mission to mission, and the open world map is full of exciting things to explore and discover.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs causing the lobby to freeze upon ball contact and resulting in erratic ball movement that seems independent of player input.
- “Too buggy.”
- “Upon contact with the ball, the lobby freezes and the ball appears to choose its own direction to go in, regardless of how you hit it.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its nearly perfect graphics and immersive worldbuilding, creating a compelling and challenging experience that keeps players engaged.
- “Very atmospheric and nearly perfect graphics!”
- “I'm a big fan of the first dark roll - the mixture of weird worldbuilding, high difficulty, and good atmosphere just makes you want to play.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by frequent server disconnections, particularly in ranked mode, leading to frustration and disappointment among players.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is highly praised, with users noting that it is well-integrated into the narrative and enhances the overall experience. The fluid gameplay and engaging open world further complement the depth of the characters, making for an immersive adventure.
- “Great character development, amazing graphics, and the story fits the narrative of the game perfectly. The gameplay flows fluidly from mission to mission, and the open world map is full of exciting things to explore and discover.”