FootLOL: Epic Fail League
- April 16, 2014
- HeroCraft
- 2h median play time
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Reviews
- The game is chaotic and fun, with many wacky combinations that keep gameplay entertaining.
- It offers a unique twist on soccer by allowing players to use various power-ups and weapons to influence the game.
- The humor and absurdity of the gameplay make it enjoyable, especially when played with friends.
- The game can become repetitive quickly, with limited depth in gameplay mechanics.
- Multiplayer functionality is often dead, requiring players to unlock content through a tedious single-player campaign.
- The graphics and overall presentation are lacking, making it feel more like a mobile game than a polished PC title.
- humor66 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting its chaotic and absurd nature as a key source of entertainment. Players enjoy the funny mechanics, such as deploying game-breaking weapons and engaging in ridiculous multiplayer antics, which lead to numerous laugh-out-loud moments. Overall, the game is described as hilariously fun, making it a great choice for those seeking a lighthearted and comedic gaming experience.
“A fun (and funny) mashup of football and a tower defense game.”
“Unironically hilariously fun, and chaotic.”
“This game is hilariously funny playing it with friends or by yourself... it makes me laugh playing it. A truly genius idea for a game!”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Footlol: Epic Soccer League" is characterized by its chaotic and humorous approach, blending RPG mechanics with traditional football elements. Players do not directly control their team but instead utilize various power-ups to influence the match, leading to a fun yet repetitive experience that may lack depth over time. While the game offers a unique and entertaining twist on sports gameplay, it may not satisfy those seeking a more serious or strategic football experience.
“Having said that, Footlol is anything but child-friendly as it quickly becomes evident that you do not control one of the football players on your team in a match. Rather, its distinct gameplay element is less about directly controlling the player and scoring shots through quick coordination and reflexes mixed with good aim.”
“This isn't a football game like the others; it's funny and has a lot of RPG mechanics. When I played this, I felt like I was playing a tower defense game because of the abilities. Before each game, you need to choose your abilities to use, such as mines or a boost for a player, and you need to hold on and try to win. The first matches of the story mode are easy, but believe me, after the first 4 or 5 levels, you'll struggle a lot, and this is good!”
“The gameplay in itself is amusing; you have a football team of stick figures doing their own thing, and you can help them by cheating your way to victory: speed up that guy about to make a goal, or maybe put flames on the ball itself so the goalie is scared of touching it.”
“Having said that, Footlol is anything but child-friendly as it quickly becomes evident that you do not control any of the football players on your team in a match. Rather, its distinct gameplay element is less about directly controlling the player and scoring shots through quick coordination and reflexes mixed with good aim, nor is it like those management games where you strategize how to best position your team players based on their individual skills.”
“The gameplay is solely about dropping various abilities in the right places at the right time, which initially seems interesting but becomes boring and repetitive pretty quickly.”
“Gets repetitive way too quickly and gameplay is not as deep as it seems.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users describing them as simplistic and lacking detail, often comparing them unfavorably to other titles on Steam. While some appreciate the unique art style and find it charming, others criticize it as amateurish and aesthetically unpleasing. Overall, the visuals are considered mediocre, with a few users rating them around 7.5/10, indicating that while they are not a major drawback, they could certainly be improved.
“Fun game, with simple graphics and gameplay.”
“The graphics are nice, but yet not very detailed; sounds and animations are okay.”
“Enjoyable graphics and sound.”
“The art style is a train wreck.”
“The graphics and sound are pretty mediocre, although none of this is particularly bothersome for a game of this nature.”
“Don't let the graphics fool you!”
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely considered minimal and irrelevant, with players emphasizing that the gameplay is the main attraction. While some found the campaign's simple narrative engaging, many reviewers expressed frustration over the necessity of completing the storyline to unlock abilities for multiplayer, suggesting that a fully unlocked multiplayer experience would enhance enjoyment. Overall, the story serves more as a means to progress rather than a compelling element of the game.
“It also had something of a story to it, which I found to be simple, yet engaging.”
“That can be either in the story and themes presented, or in the way that you play the game.”
“This isn't a football game like the others; it's funny it has a lot of RPG mechanics. To be honest, when I played this, I felt like I was playing a tower defense game-style because of the abilities.”
“The story is basically non-existent and entirely irrelevant as the gameplay is the entire selling point of the game.”
“I'd like this game a lot more if the multiplayer mode had everything unlocked so you and your friends can play without going through the entire story mode before being able to fully play multiplayer.”
“Personally, I believe that it would have been better off having all abilities unlocked in the multiplayer section and then keep the unlocking for the storyline itself.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game features an uplifting and groovy main menu theme, but it quickly becomes repetitive and annoying over time, especially in the absence of commentary. While some players find the music catchy, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, particularly in multiplayer settings.
“Main menu music is quite uplifting, with groovy guitar and drums.”
“Music is so damn catchy.”
“Animation is fluid, with no choppy performance issues, but after a few hours, the music became overwhelming.”
“Music is needed to compensate for not having commentary, but there is none.”
“Having said that, it is not aesthetically pleasing; the multiplayer is quite dead and the music is annoying and repetitive.”
“After xx hours, I couldn't take the music anymore.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game's grinding mechanics significantly detract from the overall experience, particularly in multiplayer settings, where players must endure a tedious single-player progression to enjoy the game fully. Many find the campaign overly grindy and unrewarding, leading to a repetitive experience that hampers pacing and enjoyment. While the concept has potential, the execution suffers from a lack of engaging content and a frustrating control scheme, making the grind feel more like a chore than a challenge.
“I can't recommend this to people who want to play multiplayer with their friends because the game is very grindy and you need to beat some maps to actually have some fun, but when you get going it's nice.”
“Fun concept but a lazy port of the engine hurts resolutions, the grindy campaign hurts pacing, and the control scheme designed for tablets means a generally deficient UI.”
“Campaign mode has a ton of levels but I would have rather liked a fully fleshed out skirmish mode because the campaign feels too involved and yet at the same time unrewarding and grindy.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, users highlight the game's high replayability, noting its quick and fun gameplay that is easy to learn. While some ratings vary, with scores ranging from 5/10 to 8.7/10, many agree that the game offers endless replayability, particularly with stages lasting around 1 to 2 minutes.
“Quick, fun, easy to learn, and very replayable.”
“Replayability is pretty high.”
“From what I've played, one stage is around 1:00-2:00, with endless replayability.”
“Replayability: 5/10”
“From what I've played, one stage is around 1:00 to 2:00, with endless replayability.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally well-received, featuring fluid animations and no significant performance issues. Players can enhance their football team's capabilities through strategic spending on skills and cosmetics, with match performance directly influencing rewards. However, the repetitive music may become tiresome after extended play.
“When money is earned, it can be spent on various cosmetics that add personality to your football team or on skills that boost your chances of victory. You can invest in your team's overall accuracy and running speed for better performance, or increase the amount of power-ups gained through each skill point, starting with five that can be expanded up to ten by purchasing more in the store, alongside additional skill slots for a maximum of seven.”
“One has to win every match to proceed in the championship, and most matches have bonus objectives to achieve in order to obtain all performance stars.”
“The better the performance and the more conditions that are met, the better the payout.”
“When money is earned, it can be spent on various cosmetics that add personality to your football team or on skills to boost your chances of victory. However, the initial investment options feel limited, starting with just five skill points that can be expanded to ten, which may not be enough for players looking for deeper optimization.”
“One has to win every match to proceed in the championship, and most matches have bonus objectives to achieve in order to obtain all performance stars. This can create a frustrating experience for players who struggle with optimization and feel pressured to meet these conditions.”
“While the animation is fluid and there are no choppy performance issues, the repetitive music becomes unbearable after a few hours, detracting from the overall experience and making it harder to focus on optimizing gameplay.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "FootLOL: Epic Soccer League" is characterized by its eccentricity and chaotic gameplay, appealing to players seeking a unique and wacky sports experience. However, it may not satisfy those looking for a serious or strategic atmosphere, especially in solo play. Overall, it received a score of 7.3/10 for its lively and intense ambiance.
“As it were though, I would still recommend FootLOL: Epic Soccer League to those looking for something a little 'different' in their sport games and don't mind the more wacky nature that this game's characters and its chaotic gameplay presents.”
“As it were though, I would still recommend FootLOL: Epic Soccer League to those looking for something a little 'different' in their sports games. However, it might not be suitable for those who are serious about a game's atmosphere and looking for long-term strategy if they do not have people to play against online.”
“You will also play it for its eccentric atmosphere and intense action.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezes reported by users, leading to a generally buggy experience.
“It crashes and freezes too much.”
“Super buggy game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a lighthearted and humorous approach, where players can manipulate the gameplay in whimsical ways, such as enhancing their stick figure team's performance through playful cheating. This creates a fun and engaging experience that elicits laughter and enjoyment rather than deep emotional connections.
