Graveball
- July 31, 2018
- Goin' Yumbo Games
Get on SteamGraveball is a multiplayer game where teams of goblins play a game of graveyard rugby while smashing each other with clubs. Death is not the end! Respawn as a ghost to move swiftly into position and summon a new goblin from the earth!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Graveball offers a unique and fun multiplayer experience, combining elements of sports with slapstick violence and humor.
- The game features a variety of customization options for characters, adding a personal touch to the gameplay.
- The graphics and sound design, including a catchy soundtrack and humorous voice acting, enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game requires a good PC for optimal performance, and some players have reported performance issues and lack of optimization.
- There is a limited player base currently, which may affect the online multiplayer experience and long-term enjoyment.
- Customization options for characters are randomized, which can be frustrating for players who prefer to choose specific items.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay in Graveball is straightforward and accessible, especially for those familiar with rugby or handball, featuring easy-to-learn mechanics. Players experience a unique twist with a 5-second respawn as a ghost after being killed, complemented by a synthwave soundtrack that enhances the game's atmosphere. Overall, the gameplay is rated 8/10, highlighting its simplicity and engaging mechanics.
“Gameplay in graveball is fairly simple, and if you’re at all familiar with rugby or handball, it shouldn’t be too hard to grasp.”
“Another aspect of the gameplay is that when you get killed, you are dead for 5 seconds until you respawn as a ghost.”
“Another aspect to the gameplay is that when you get killed, you are dead for 5 seconds until you respawn as a ghost.”
“To conclude, graveball is a small, simple game with easy-to-learn mechanics.”
“Gameplay in graveball is fairly simple and if you’re at all familiar with rugby or handball, it shouldn’t be too hard to grasp.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally well-received, with a score of 8/10, showcasing a clean and smooth aesthetic thanks to Unreal Engine 4. While not on par with AAA titles, the visuals are considered expertly crafted, appealing to fans of similar games like Rocket League and Mutant Football League.
“While graphics are not AAA level, it was created using Unreal Engine 4, which adds a smooth texture to all things, making it look clean yet expertly crafted.”
“Graphics: 8/10”
“While the graphics are not AAA level, it was created using Unreal Engine 4, which adds a smooth texture to everything, making it look clean yet expertly crafted.”
“I recommend it to anyone who enjoys Rocket League and Mutant Football League, as this game is a fun mix of those two, only with less content and humble graphics.”
“Graphically, the game looks alright.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization appears to be a mixed bag; while it runs well on medium settings and online play is satisfactory, some users have reported slight performance issues, indicating that it may not be fully optimized yet.
“I did run into some slight performance issues on my copy, so optimization might still not be 100% there, but all things considered it ran and looked great on medium settings for me.”
“Online play worked well and performance was satisfactory.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by its hilarious voice acting, particularly the goblins' amusing grunts and garbled speech, alongside funny physics that enhance the comedic experience. While the voiceover adds to the fun, some players find it can become repetitive over time.
“The voice acting is also hilarious, with the goblins speaking entirely in grunts and garbled speech.”
“It is quite a fun game, full of funny physics and a comedic voice over.”
“The voice over is funny to a point but can seem a bit repetitive.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story in Graveball is minimal, revolving around goblins who gather at cemeteries to play a rugby-like game, with little narrative depth or development.
“There isn’t much of a story to Graveball, if any, other than that goblins apparently love getting together at cemeteries to play their own version of rugby.”
“[h1][b] Story: n/a”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music, composed by Brian Brennan, features a captivating synthwave style infused with classic horror elements, effectively enhancing the game's mood and atmosphere while also providing an engaging backdrop for gameplay.
“I have to mention the music by Brian Brennan, who created a pretty great soundtrack.”
“It's sort of synthwave with a classic horror twist that perfectly builds up the mood and atmosphere in the game while also providing some driving music for the gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a unique blend of synthwave and classic horror elements, effectively enhancing the mood and immersing players in the experience while also delivering engaging music for gameplay.
“It’s sort of synthwave with a classic horror twist that perfectly builds up the mood and atmosphere in the game while also providing some driving music for the gameplay.”
