Dino Dini's Kick Off Revival
- September 12, 2017
- Koo Games Ltd
An oily, toxic pool of bad ideas, half-baked mechanics, and shoddy design masquerading as a tough retro-inspired football game. Kick Off Revival is just plain awful.
Get on SteamDino Dini's Kick Off Revival is a challenging football sport game for hard-core players, who strive for success through mastering skillful moves under pressure. With local multi-player mode for up to 2 players, the game supports pads such as Xbox 360, Xbox One, Steam Controller, Logitech Dual Action, and most USB joysticks. The game promises a steep learning curve, making it a true test of dedication and skill for football game enthusiasts.
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Windows
PlayStation
Playstation Vita
Reviews
- Kick Off Revival offers a unique skill-based gameplay experience that rewards players for their dedication and practice.
- The game captures the nostalgic feel of the original Kick Off series while introducing refined controls that enhance the gameplay.
- It serves as a fun and competitive option for football fans, providing a sense of achievement when mastering its mechanics.
- The game is criticized for being bare-bones, lacking essential features like league modes, customization options, and a tutorial, making it difficult for new players to engage.
- Many players have reported technical issues, including unresponsive controls and a lack of updates, leading to feelings of abandonment by the developers.
- Overall, the game has been described as a disappointing revival that fails to live up to the legacy of its predecessors, leaving both new and old fans unsatisfied.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its nostalgic feel and refined controls, while others criticize it for lacking depth and being poorly designed. Many players enjoy the fast-paced, competitive nature reminiscent of classic titles, but there are significant concerns about the execution and overall mechanics.
“A true masterpiece in gameplay programming.”
“Old school gameplay, lots of fun!”
“Kick Off Revival has become my go-to game of choice when it comes to fun and competitive gameplay.”
“The view looks like in the original games, but the gameplay unfortunately feels off.”
“An oily, toxic pool of bad ideas, half-baked mechanics, and shoddy design masquerading as a tough retro-inspired football game.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly regarded, enhancing the overall experience as players engage in various activities like coding and managing in-game challenges. It serves as a vital element that complements the gameplay, making it a must-have feature.
“The netcode is working very well too, and the music is a must.”
“Crunching on custom physics, networking, menus, and devops while playing music, talking tech, or handling trolls.”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't add anything to the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music choices seem out of place and don't match the game's atmosphere.”
Critic Reviews
Dino Dini's Kick Off Revival Review
Dino Dini's Kick Off Revival doesn't attempt to compete with FIFA and that's fine. There's a place on the market for simpler, old school sports games that rely on arcade fun rather than authenticity. But this reboot of the franchise is actually a step backwards for the series in some ways, and the lack of a tutorial or help of any kind results in the learning curve being more of a learning brick wall. There's nothing wrong with being difficult to master, but the game is difficult to pick up and play too, and the rewards too few to justify the effort. Kick Off Revival can be okay in short bursts, but the sheer weight of issues with the game make it hard to recommend to anybody other than fans of the original Kick Off games. And even they will likely be disappointed.
30%Dino Dini's Kick Off Revival PS4 Review
An oily, toxic pool of bad ideas, half-baked mechanics, and shoddy design masquerading as a tough retro-inspired football game. Kick Off Revival is just plain awful.
20%Dino Dini’s Kick Off Revival Review
A weak football simulation that lacks any real depth, making you wonder what the necessity of trying to bring back was.
20%
