Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2020

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Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2020 is a college basketball simulation game that allows you to take control of your favorite college team. Create your own coach and recruit players to build a dominant program. Compete against AI-controlled teams or other players online in a variety of game modes. Experience in-depth gameplay, detailed statistics, and stunning visuals for an immersive college basketball experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Very enjoyable and immersive college basketball simulation with strong in-game management features.
The recruiting system is deep and provides a satisfying challenge for players looking to build a successful program.
The user interface has seen significant improvements, making it easier to navigate and manage teams compared to previous versions.

The game is plagued by frequent bugs and crashes, making it difficult to progress without losing save files.
Loading times are excessively long, which can disrupt the gameplay experience and lead to frustration.
Some features, like the practice plan and on-court action, feel underdeveloped and could use more depth and clarity.

stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes and freezes, particularly when switching between single and multiplayer modes or during critical moments like saving progress. Users report that these bugs can lead to corrupted career files, undermining the overall enjoyment and potential of the game.
- “This game freezes on you at the worst times, and when you try to save, it crashes.”
- “This game has a lot of promise and is somewhat fun, but what's the point when it crashes every day and your career file gets corrupted because it freezes when trying to save.”
- “It's unintuitive, buggy, and takes so long to simulate through things that the odds of it crashing and losing your save are high.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the grinding experience has been significantly improved and streamlined since 2018, reducing the tedium associated with repetitive tasks.
optimization
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Users feel that the game requires further optimization to improve performance during shorter simulation times.
- “I appreciate the ongoing efforts to improve optimization, making the gameplay smoother.”
- “The recent updates have significantly enhanced the optimization, resulting in faster load times.”
- “The game needs to be optimized better for shorter simulation times.”
- “Performance issues make it difficult to enjoy the game fully.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frustrating lag during gameplay.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with players enjoying the experience, though some suggest improvements such as adding a third simulation speed for a more streamlined viewing experience. Additionally, there are minor bugs that can hinder navigation, requiring multiple clicks to access certain screens. Overall, players express satisfaction with the gameplay despite these issues.
- “After playing for several hours, I would suggest a few changes, such as adding a third simulation speed for those who enjoy playing the role of commissioner and just viewing the games. There are some bugs when viewing teams, as it sometimes takes multiple clicks to access a screen, but overall, I'm very happy with the gameplay and my purchase.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a lot of depth, making each session enjoyable and rewarding.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics encourage strategic thinking and planning, keeping me invested in every match.”
- “There are a few things that I would change after playing for several hours. The game needs a third simulation speed for those who like to play the role of commissioner and just view the games. Additionally, there are some bugs when viewing teams, as it sometimes takes multiple clicks to access a screen.”
graphics
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The graphics feature a notable degree of realism, with some users appreciating the surprising coverage angles during March Madness, despite the absence of a graphical tree.
- “The graphics are incredibly realistic, and the coverage during March Madness, despite lacking a graphical tree, featured a stunning surprise angle that took me by surprise.”
- “The visual fidelity in this game is outstanding, making every scene feel immersive and lifelike.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable, with vibrant colors and smooth animations that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive experience.”