Front Page Sports Football
- October 2, 2014
- Cyanide Studio
- 12h median play time
Front Page Sports Football belongs in the obituaries on page 2. This game is a hard to navigate, depthless nightmare that will leave you questioning your actual worth in the scope of human reality. There is no way to find how to sign free agents, or trade players, or draft, or do anything outside of call the plays for the actual games. That’s fun enough, but it is far from the reason anyone has ever played a sports simulation game. The whole point is to make diminutive decisions about your teams present and future, and see those decisions work or fail in the long run. Front Page Sports Football strips you of that privilege and gives it to the computer. I do not recommend this game to anyone, except for those desperate few who have played every sports game ever and just want the game to do all the work for them.
Get on SteamFront Page Sports Football is a strategic football simulation game that allows you to manage your team through multiple seasons, with customizable gameplans and over 2,300 plays to choose from. As the coach, you can scout and draft new players, analyze opponents' weaknesses, and develop your players' skills on the road to victory. The game features 2D and 3D game replays, training regimens, and real-time coaching adjustments, with over 20 player statistics influencing performance.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a detailed management aspect that some players find enjoyable.
- The 3D mode works well for those who have updated their drivers, providing a visually appealing experience.
- There is potential for fun gameplay if the bugs are fixed and the game is refined.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, crashes, and an unresponsive interface, making it nearly unplayable.
- Players are frustrated by the lack of customization options, such as creating leagues or signing free agents.
- The gameplay is often described as unrealistic and tedious, failing to capture the essence of American football.
- graphics12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received significant criticism, with users describing them as subpar and lacking in detail. Many players report technical issues that prevent them from experiencing the game fully, often resulting in freezes and a reliance on 2D visuals. Overall, there is a strong desire for improved graphics and functionality, with some players expressing a preference for older titles with better visual quality.
“I took offscreen screenshots with my iPhone and uploaded the shots to my artwork section if you want to see them!”
“Check my public artwork in my profile to see my screenshots proving that I did in fact play this game and did this.”
“Graphically, it's crap; there is no sound, so queue up your favorite Steam albums or whatever.”
“I want this game to be playable as it is the only graphical sim I can find, but it just is not.”
“I am one who would like you to stick to the old game with much improved graphics.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing moments, particularly during player interactions like tackling, which often result in comical falls and exaggerated positions. While the game aims for a more realistic approach, some users appreciate the humor that arises from translation quirks and unexpected player behavior, contributing to an overall entertaining experience.
“Tackling is especially hilarious as players just run by each other and sometimes they both fall down and lie prone on the ground in fetal position.”
“It made me laugh.”
“It will be more fun, more realistic but unfortunately less impaired by hilarious translations.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor execution, with users highlighting significant issues in both AI and basic mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience with minimal player control. Overall, the gameplay is described as terrible, even after a brief initial playtime.
“So many basic things wrong here, both from an AI perspective and a basic gameplay perspective.”
“The 'gameplay', if you will, is horrible and there are no actual controls over the players.”
“Keep in mind I'm writing this after only 10 minutes of gameplay.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game currently suffers from bugs and requires significant optimization, though improvements are expected in future updates.
“There are bugs that need to be fixed and much-needed optimization that will come with time.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game currently lacks any music, with multiple users noting the absence of a soundtrack.
“No music in the game yet.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been heavily criticized, with players reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during gameplay. Many users have expressed frustration over being unable to progress past the initial setup and training phases, often leading to the need for a complete reboot. Overall, the stability issues significantly hinder the gaming experience, leaving players unable to enjoy the core features of the game.
“I have played this game off and on for about 36 hours, but I have not been able to play a game yet. I train and set my depth charts, pick my game plan, train some more, and then on game day I get a screen that says 'summary' or 'live game.' When I pick live game, it goes to the 2D overhead screen and just stays there for 25 minutes. So I click leave game and it freezes up, forcing me to reboot. That is my 36 hours in a nutshell. I also downloaded the SQLite and copied the DB file that was added to the mods yesterday, but I still cannot play a game. I know I need a new graphic card because I have never been able to play 3D games, but 2D always works, so I am back to FM 2015 and FOF 7. They are okay so far.”
“I have played this game off and on for about 36 hours, but I have not been able to play a game yet. I train and set my depth charts, pick my game plan, train some more, and then on game day I get a screen that says 'summary' or 'live game.' When I pick live game, it goes to the 2D overhead screen and just stays there for 25 minutes. So I click leave game and it freezes up, forcing me to reboot. That is my 36 hours in a nutshell. I am not sure where the new patch is or if it auto-downloads when you start up again.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and non-immersive, leading to a lack of enjoyment and overall negative recommendations.
“I really wanted to like this, but the grinding in this game is extremely tedious and non-immersive, which has led to my (non)recommendation.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
“Grinding in this game feels like a never-ending task that detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
