Graveball

About

Graveball 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!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

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.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
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.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
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.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”