Dream League Soccer 2024

Dream League Soccer 2023 is an official FIFPRO™ licensed soccer sport game with sensational graphics and good game mechanics. It offers a wholesome story and is very funny, but can be full of bugs and has too much advertisement. The game describes itself as providing a single-player experience with good music, making it a solid choice for soccer fans looking for a more immersive gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics922 positive mentions

monetization608 negative mentions

The graphics have improved significantly, making the game visually appealing.
The new scenario mode adds an interesting layer to gameplay, allowing for varied challenges.
The game is addictive and offers a fun experience for football fans.

The AI opponents commit excessive fouls, leading to frequent injuries for my players.
Player controls are often unresponsive, causing frustration during crucial moments.
The game crashes frequently, especially during online matches, disrupting gameplay.

graphics
1,581 mentions
58 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the improvements and overall quality, describing them as "excellent," "amazing," and "better than previous versions." However, some users have expressed disappointment, noting issues such as blurriness, unrealistic player appearances, and a lack of detail compared to earlier iterations. Additionally, there are complaints about the game's performance, including lag and crashes, which detract from the visual experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally seen as a strong point, there is a consensus that further enhancements and optimizations are needed.
- “The graphics are amazing and the skills that are done throughout the games by players are also amazing.”
- “The graphics are much improved.”
- “The graphics are perfect, the motions are quite impressive but the directions are very annoying in terms of moving the players to your own directions.”
- “The graphics are extremely poor, and for a game this popular, they should definitely be improved.”
- “The graphics is very very bad please fix it soon please.”
- “The graphics are not good enough but the player are well build ads are so annoying.”
monetization
618 mentions
1 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive ads that appear frequently, especially during halftime. Many players express frustration over non-skippable ads that disrupt gameplay and consume data, with some even reporting issues with ads causing the game to crash. While some users acknowledge that ads can provide extra coins, the overall sentiment is that the current ad model detracts significantly from the gaming experience, leading to calls for a reduction or optional viewing of ads.
- “Awesome graphics, but in-game purchases are a cost that needs improvement. Other than that, nice game.”
- “But of course, the odds are against free players, which is meant to influence them to make in-app purchases.”
- “I loathe in-app purchases, but eventually gave in so I could play a bit with the transfer market as well (of course, the currency amounts given to you for free is almost zero).”
- “The ads are too much and I keep updating the game every week which is not supposed to be so.”
- “The game is good but the ads are so annoying.”
- “Too many ads after the first half of the game and the referee blows so easily especially when opponents are inside the box.”
gameplay
425 mentions
34 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the latest update has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over increased AI aggression, particularly with excessive slide tackles leading to frequent player injuries. While some appreciate the improved graphics and realism, others criticize the clunky controls, slow player responsiveness, and overall lack of fluidity in gameplay, often comparing it unfavorably to previous versions. Overall, there is a strong desire for developers to revert to earlier gameplay mechanics or make significant improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Gameplay is so smooth and fluid.”
- “Outstanding controls and gameplay.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, organized settings are all sleek!”
- “The gameplay is clunky; there are delays, and the players don't do what you want them to do (like you can move your joystick down and the players refuse to move down).”
- “The new update is trash; firstly, the gameplay is making players run backwards when you are attacking, with no coordination among the players.”
- “The gameplay has become very, very hard since the update.”
stability
258 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches during both online and offline play. Many players experience unresponsive controls, particularly during critical moments in matches, leading to frustrating gameplay and losses. Despite some improvements in graphics, the overall performance issues have left players disappointed, with calls for urgent fixes to enhance stability.
- “Amazing game! I love the graphics so far; no glitches have happened to me.”
- “No glitches like in DLS 22, and the players are at their correct teams. Very nice game; I like it.”
- “Smooth game, no glitches at all! 10/10. I've been playing for 2 years.”
- “One major drawback I noticed while playing the game is that it easily crashes whenever a new match is loading. This has happened four times already, and this is just the second match I want to play. Also, the right-hand side control freezes.”
- “The game is full of glitches; you can barely finish one match. It keeps shutting down while playing or while trying to start the match. Absolutely terrible upgrade, or maybe it's downgraded now. I can't even open the game; it crashes before it opens!”
- “The game freezes more often, sometimes when you have the ball and the chances are clear, the controls will not work. For example, your player having the ball will not move, but that of your opponent will be working perfectly.”
optimization
68 mentions
26 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with users reporting frequent lag, freezing, and performance issues even on high-end devices. Many players express frustration over the lack of access to player performance statistics and the inconsistency between player ratings and their in-game performance. While some updates have improved graphics, they often come at the cost of overall gameplay performance, leading to a disappointing experience for many users.
- “Player development clearly reflects in the performance of your players on the pitch.”
- “This game is very exceptional, realistic, interesting, enjoyable. I love this game; there are good graphics, good team performance, real players' positions, good player ratings, real team career, excellent training sessions, and this new version has the tactics and formations, good recovery for players.”
- “With the new update, I could see the changes in graphics and the game is somehow smoother performance-wise.”
- “This game has no optimization at all for two years in a row; it struggles with the Snapdragon 778G even though the same chip pushes higher graphic games at 60fps on the highest settings.”
- “The recent update is complete trash; the game went from being optimized to not optimized at all. I reduced all my settings to medium on my 4GB RAM with G85 processor, and still, it was horrible. Online multiplayer was the worst of all, keeps lagging like hell. Please return the previous version.”
- “While they improve on the game's graphics and animations, they sacrifice the performance.”
music
40 mentions
48 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the new soundtrack as enjoyable and enhancing the overall experience. However, some users have expressed frustration over repetitive commentary and a limited selection of songs, suggesting a desire for more variety and the option to use personal music. Additionally, technical issues have been reported, such as the game freezing while the music continues to play, detracting from the enjoyment.
- “The music is lovely and attractive, so it attracts other people to play the game as well.”
- “I love the new soundtrack in DLS 23!”
- “Awesome 💙💙💥💯💣💣💣💣💙 the new music in DLS 23 makes the gameplay even more fun, big up to the musical team.”
- “When I open the game, it won't open and when I quit, the game's music won't stop.”
- “Worst update ever, it only plays once then malfunctions; as I'm typing, it's still playing its music in the background, very disgusting. I think I will wait for the next update so that I can play.”
- “I updated the app but the music just keeps playing and the game is not opening; it just keeps showing De Bruyne and Hakimi's picture. Please help me fix the issue.”
story
18 mentions
22 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for a dedicated career or story mode that allows for a more engaging narrative experience. Users report frustration with the AI and gameplay mechanics, which detract from the overall enjoyment, and suggest that the addition of a player-driven storyline could enhance the game's appeal. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are praised, the narrative elements are seen as underdeveloped and in need of improvement.
- “It's nice, but adding a story mode of one player from scratch to legendary would be nice too. Thank you, I hope my review will be considered.”
- “The game is good, but please add a story mode and new players like Lewandowski.”
- “Also, make the transfer a little bit more interesting and create a story mode as well, like the new FIFA.”
- “A storyline in this new game is complicated and it frustrates all players... we need more of Dream League 18 and 15 but in a 2020 version. It kind of disappointed me when I first got it.”
- “But, when it comes to online, the story is deplorable.”
- “It was pretty fun, yeah, but it's the same thing over and over, so it can get boring to try to make a story mode. Overall, it's pretty fun.”
humor
18 mentions
94 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often derived from quirky glitches and unexpected gameplay moments, such as players' hands awkwardly intersecting or the joystick behaving unpredictably. While some players find these instances amusing, others express frustration over the game's inconsistencies, like AI antics leading to comical outcomes. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, with some enjoying the lightheartedness while others call for improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- “It almost sounds like he's laughing at you if you miss a chance.”
- “Unnecessary tackle from AI, just to make my team injured. Even the ball in my territory, the AI just spams tackles. Funny is they got 5 red cards and the game was forfeited.”
- “Really good game, the players and the gameplay are very nice and sometimes hilarious!”
- “So rigged it's not funny.”
emotional
11 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express significant emotional frustration with the game, citing issues like unresponsive gameplay, lack of connection to their national teams, and disappointing commentary that lacks emotional depth. Many feel heartbroken over technical problems, such as account connectivity and gameplay mechanics that detract from their overall enjoyment, leading to a decline in their emotional investment in the game. Overall, the emotional experience is marred by perceived downgrades and inconsistencies that impact players' enjoyment and well-being.
- “It's heartbreaking when we are playing the DLS game but can't select our nation.”
- “It is very heartbreaking to say my Facebook account is not connecting because DLS removed the Facebook option and instead there is a Google email option. I request to please see that my Facebook account is linked and my profile is retained.”
- “The most heartbreaking part is the commentary.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be challenging, especially at the start, as earning money to acquire players can be tedious and time-consuming. While some enjoy the grind and consider it fair and engaging, others note that it can take an extensive amount of time to build a competitive team.
- “Alright...a few features have made the game quite tough at the start as getting money to buy players becomes tedious.”
- “Spent 4 months on constantly grinding and I got a full gold starting 11 with gold on my bench.”
- “It will probably take days to get a full 70+ rated team, non-stop grinding.”
replayability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's replayability, citing issues like poor visibility and lack of customizable controls, which detract from the overall experience. Many recommend playing the 2019 version instead, suggesting it offers a more enjoyable and playable experience.
- “Play the 2019 version; it is more replayable than this game.”
- “It will be much more enjoyable if the controls can be fully customizable.”
- “The ground is entirely white, and one can't even see the ball; please make the game a bit more playable!”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its good details, creating an engaging environment; however, players feel that improvements are needed in character switching mechanics and overall accessibility for beginners.
- “The atmosphere is immersive and beautifully crafted, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you captivated.”
- “The game's ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, making every moment feel significant.”