FootLOL: Epic Fail League

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 260 reviews
  • humor
  • gameplay
  • story
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In FootLOL: Epic Fail League, you lead a team of misfit soccer players seeking glory in a wacky and battle-filled league. Equip your team with crazy weapons like mines, buffs, and bananas to disable opponents and score goals. Navigate various challenges in this action-packed sports game, using strategy, humor, and sheer destructive power to lead your team to victory.

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 260 reviews
humor36 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Engaging and chaotic gameplay that mixes traditional football tactics with humorous power-ups, providing a unique experience.
  • Offers a variety of wacky power-ups and customization options, allowing for creative strategies and fun interactions during matches.
  • Great for casual play and can provide laughs, especially when played with friends, making it a good time-waster.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive and dull after a short period, with limited long-term engagement.
  • Multiplayer mode is largely inactive, and players must complete a tedious single-player campaign to unlock features for multiplayer.
  • The AI can be frustratingly poor, leading to unchallenging gameplay and a lack of excitement in matches.
  • humor36 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it hilariously chaotic and entertaining, especially in multiplayer mode where absurd scenarios unfold, such as deploying traps and sabotaging opponents. While some critiques mention issues with AI and gameplay mechanics that can detract from the fun, the overall consensus is that the game offers a unique and amusing take on soccer, making it a worthwhile experience for those looking for lighthearted entertainment.

    • “Unironically hilariously fun, and chaotic.”
    • “If you have a friend to tag along, multiplayer is immensely entertaining, laughing, and screaming at your friend for sending cows down mowing your goalkeeper across the map.”
    • “This game is hilariously funny playing it with friends or by yourself... it makes me laugh playing it... such a funny genius idea for a game!”
  • gameplay18 mentions

    The gameplay of Footlol: Epic Soccer League is characterized by its chaotic and humorous approach, where players do not directly control their team but instead use various power-ups to distract opponents and influence the match. While the mechanics are engaging and the game offers a fun multiplayer experience, many users find the gameplay becomes repetitive quickly and lacks depth for serious players. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a lighthearted and unconventional sports game experience.

    • “As it were though, I would still recommend Footlol: Epic Soccer League to those looking for something a little 'different' in their sports games and don't mind the more wacky nature that this game's characters and its chaotic gameplay presents.”
    • “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, maybe put flames on the ball itself so the goalie is scared of touching it.”
    • “Ok, basically Footlol is a fun football game with entertaining gameplay and a huge variety of power-ups to reach your goals.”
    • “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 gets repetitive way too quickly, and it is not as deep as it seems.”
    • “On the one hand, this gameplay element adds some tactical depth into the game as you sometimes have to support the opponent's team and sabotage your own squad.”
  • story8 mentions

    The game's story is largely considered irrelevant, serving primarily as a means to unlock gameplay features rather than as a compelling narrative. Players express frustration that the multiplayer experience is hindered by the need to complete the linear campaign to access all abilities, suggesting that a fully unlocked multiplayer mode would enhance enjoyment. Overall, the focus remains on gameplay rather than storytelling.

    • “The multiplayer probably is the highlight of the game as with a friend this game transforms into something genuinely fun, kind of like Uno, a friendship destroyer of sorts, but with that in mind, to unlock the abilities and such you would have to complete the storyline to unlock it all.”
    • “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.”
    • “Playing it is a completely different story (because this is where the limitations start coming in).”
    • “The story is basically non-existent and entirely irrelevant as the gameplay is the entire selling point of the game.”
    • “The multiplayer probably is the highlight of the game, but to unlock abilities, you have to complete the storyline, which defeats the purpose for friends who just want to play together.”
    • “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 first.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as a simple 2D/3D mashup that may appear amateurish compared to other titles on Steam, yet they possess a certain charm. While the visuals and sound effects are basic, they contribute to the game's unique appeal. Overall, the graphics are considered acceptable but not particularly impressive.

    • “The graphics are simple and the sound effects are very basic, but it has a certain charm.”
    • “Way back years and years ago, when this game originally went by the title of 'FootLOL: Epic Fail League', I distinctly recall having first come across this unique game, which had a little amateurish visuals compared to most games from Steam at the time. It sparked my curiosity back in 2014.”
    • “The graphics are simple and the sound effects are very basic, but it has a certain charm, I guess.”
    • “As for the visuals, for me it's okay.”
    • “- 2D/3D graphics mashup.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally well-received, featuring fluid animations and no significant performance issues. Players can invest earned money into enhancing their team's skills and cosmetics, which positively impacts gameplay and rewards. However, the repetitive music may become tiresome after extended play sessions.

    • “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.”
    • “The better the performance and the more conditions that are met, the better the payout.”
    • “The better the performance and the more conditions that are met means a better payout.”
    • “Animation is fluid, no choppy performance issues, but after xx hours, I couldn't take the music anymore.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is criticized for being tedious, particularly in single-player mode, which negatively impacts the multiplayer experience. Players feel that the need to grind for stats to compete effectively detracts from the enjoyment, making it difficult to recommend for those looking to play with friends.

    • “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.”
    • “TL;DR: A potentially great multiplayer game with friends ruined by a tedious single-player progression system that for some reason translates into multiplayer.”
    • “Your players' stats are way behind the other team's relatively quickly, which means that what you 'really' end up doing is grinding money to buy player stats up.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-produced and complements the fluid animation, but some players find it repetitive and tiresome after extended playtime.

    • “The music became unbearable after a few hours of gameplay.”
    • “The sound design is lacking and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The repetitive music made it difficult to stay engaged with the game.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players find the game to be quick, fun, and easy to learn, contributing to its high replayability. With stages lasting only 1 to 2 minutes, the game offers endless opportunities for players to return and enjoy it repeatedly.

    • “Quick, fun, easy to learn, and very replayable.”
    • “From what I've played, one stage lasts around 1:00 to 2:00, with endless replayability.”
    • “From what I've played, each stage lasts around 1 to 2 minutes, but the replayability feels limited.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making it hard to find motivation for replaying.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of FootLOL: Epic Soccer League is characterized by its wacky and chaotic gameplay, appealing to players seeking a unique twist on sports games. However, it may not satisfy those who prefer a more serious and strategic gaming experience, especially in solo play.

    • “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its unique world and making every match feel like an event.”
    • “The vibrant and chaotic environment adds a layer of excitement that keeps you engaged and entertained throughout the gameplay.”
    • “Each character and setting contributes to a whimsical atmosphere that sets this game apart from traditional sports titles.”
    • “The atmosphere feels disjointed and lacks the immersive quality that I was hoping for, making it hard to get invested in the game.”
    • “While the gameplay can be fun, the overall atmosphere is flat and uninspired, leaving me feeling disconnected from the experience.”
    • “The game's environment feels lifeless and fails to create any sense of tension or excitement, which is disappointing for a title that aims to engage players.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report frequent crashes and freezes, indicating significant stability issues with the game.

    • “It crashes and freezes too much.”
    • “The game is incredibly unstable, often leading to frustrating interruptions.”
    • “I experience frequent crashes that ruin the gameplay experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a lighthearted and humorous approach, where players can manipulate stick figure characters in amusing ways to achieve victory, creating a playful and entertaining experience.

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