Gridiron

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Gridiron is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by 1336 Studios and was released on July 23, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Gridiron is a fast-paced fusion of sci-fi and arcade-style football. Featuring easy to understand controls and a competitive multiplayer driven online experience. Gridiron features up to 7v7 both casual and competitive online matches, offline practice mode and much more!

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,921 reviews

gameplay30 positive mentions

stability38 negative mentions

Gridiron offers a unique multiplayer experience where each player controls an individual character, making teamwork essential and gameplay engaging.
The game has a fun and competitive atmosphere, especially when played with friends, and the developers are actively working on updates and improvements.
Many players find the game to be a refreshing alternative to traditional football games like Madden, with a high skill ceiling and potential for growth.

The community can be extremely toxic, especially towards new players, leading to a frustrating experience for those trying to learn the game.
Matchmaking is often unbalanced, frequently pitting inexperienced players against seasoned veterans, which can discourage new players from continuing.
The game is still in early access and suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.

gameplay
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, praised for its innovative mechanics and potential for fun, especially in multiplayer settings, but criticized for clunky controls, bugs, and a steep learning curve for new players. While many players appreciate the accessibility and depth of the mechanics, others find them frustrating and unpolished, leading to a less enjoyable experience. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements to its core mechanics and matchmaking to fully realize its potential.
- “The mechanics were a perfect blend of accessibility and depth, catering to both casual and hardcore gamers.”
- “Whether engaged in epic battles or solving intricate puzzles, the gameplay never failed to captivate and challenge.”
- “The gameplay is fun and addictive, and the developers are constantly developing the game.”
- “The gameplay has gone way downhill.”
- “A good game at its core, but the bugs, glitches, and poor game mechanics leave a lot to be desired.”
- “Gameplay is clunky and awkward, and the player base is too small for fair matchmaking.”
stability
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting bugs, glitches, and connection issues that detract from the overall experience. While many acknowledge these problems as typical for an early access title, they also express optimism about the game's potential and enjoyment despite the instability. Overall, players find the game fun but recognize that it requires substantial improvements in stability and mechanics.
- “Whenever I try to load into a game, it freezes and then presents me with a pending connection failure screen.”
- “The game is so buggy, laggy, and frequently crashes; it's like playing Brink 2, it's horrible.”
- “95% of the time you are slogging through a buggy mess filled with the most toxic people that I have ever encountered.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is primarily derived from its amusing bugs and ragdoll physics, which lead to hilarious moments during gameplay, especially when playing with friends. Players appreciate the lighthearted nature of the game, noting that the community adds to the fun with their positive interactions and commentary. Overall, while the game has its flaws, it offers a comedic experience that many find enjoyable if approached with the right mindset.
- “Sure there were some funny moments where bodies would go flying 5 feet off the ground when you tackle them, but by no means did it deter the game in any way, only humor.”
- “The community is hilarious to play beside and it creates a lot of great moments in the game.”
- “Take the game for what it is, a small indie game with some bugs but ultimately an enjoyable gameplay experience with really funny physics.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the breathtaking visuals and futuristic aesthetic, particularly at 1080p resolution, while others criticize them as mediocre or lacking polish, especially on higher-end setups. Players appreciate the smooth performance and innovative design, but many feel that improvements are needed in graphics and animations to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point for some, but not universally appealing, especially for those who prioritize high-quality graphics.
- “Graphically, the game was a visual feast.”
- “The graphics and physics of the game are phenomenal!”
- “The graphics are stellar and the sound design looks good.”
- “I understand that's a small studio thing, but if graphics are your thing this probably isn't for you.”
- “Controls suck, graphics are meh at best and if you aren't friends with the captain then enjoy blocking, which also sucks.”
- “What could be improved, in my opinion, would be the graphics, animations, and training off the top of my head.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally viewed positively, as it is free-to-play and lacks aggressive microtransactions, which is a refreshing change from typical cash grabs. However, players express frustration over the developers' focus on cosmetic items rather than meaningful content updates, suggesting that more investment in advertising and gameplay features could enhance the game's potential. Overall, while the monetization approach is not exploitative, there is a call for better resource allocation to improve the game's longevity and appeal.
- “Honestly, this game has a lot of potential, but unfortunately, it may never be realized as the small dev team working on it has prioritized microtransactions and skins rather than content or game updates. Simple things promised, like a basic playbook or even actual plays, have still not been put into the game, and it's been almost a year.”
- “Honestly, this game has a lot of potential, but unfortunately it may never be realized as the small dev team working on it has prioritized microtransactions and skins rather than content or game updates. Simple things promised, like a basic playbook or even actual plays, have still not been put into the game and it's been almost a year.”
- “Killer game, definitely needs more advertisement, but I can't seem to find anything that costs money in order to support the dev of this game.”
- “Instead, they limit access to who can play and wasted so much free advertisement that any game dev would love to have.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, optimization feedback is mixed; while some players report excellent performance with high frame rates on powerful hardware, others criticize the game's performance issues, particularly in matchmaking and bug reduction. There are concerns that the optimization may detract from the challenge of gameplay, and some users express frustration over the lack of improvements despite extended testing periods.
- “Performance: 9/10. I was able to get a consistent 60fps at all times with my dual SLI RTX 3090s on high settings (4K resolution).”
- “Great optimization overall!”
- “It runs smoothly, nothing seems unbalanced, and I hate to put it this way but it just works.”
- “Game has atrocious performance.”
- “It's frustrating.. after nearly a year of alpha and I haven't seen much change in bug reduction, GUI optimization, players joining matches.”
- “A real match would be a nightmare with this performance, but I never got to try since the game isn't well populated.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its captivating narrative and stunning visuals, offering a compelling experience that rivals larger titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. However, some players express frustration with the community dynamics, feeling that their enjoyment was marred by negative interactions with other players. Overall, the storytelling is rated highly, with a score of 10/10 from some users.
- “It embodied the perfect fusion of captivating storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and innovative gameplay mechanics.”
- “Story: 10/10. I think overall this is a good alternative for Red Dead Redemption 2 for the gamer on a budget.”
- “Just recently came across Gridiron on my quest to look for fun multiplayer football games.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; some players find it energizing and a great motivator, particularly during match queues, while others criticize it for being excessively loud and overwhelming. Overall, the soundtrack is noted as high-quality, with some users appreciating its role in enhancing the training mode experience.
- “Especially the music that starts after queuing for a match pumps me up to play even more! :D”
- “The soundtrack is top-notch.”
- “The training mode is fantastic, and it has music worth keeping the volume up.”
- “The music that starts after queuing for a match is so loud and overwhelming that it detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The loud music made it difficult to focus, and I found it quite annoying.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't add anything to the game.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's narrative is praised for its artistic quality and deep emotional resonance with players, though some users experienced a shift in feelings, transitioning from excitement to disappointment, leading to a loss of interest.
- “The narrative was a work of art, weaving a tale that resonated with players on a deep, emotional level.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be monotonous and tedious, particularly for newcomers, as it lacks meaningful ways to improve skills or fully experience the game. The presence of an elitist player base further exacerbates the frustration, making the overall experience feel burdensome.
- “I rarely leave reviews, but I think this game could be genuinely brilliant if the correct changes are made. However, at the moment, for new players, it is a monotonous, tedious affair with no real way to improve your skills or experience all the game has to offer.”
- “The elitist player base makes playing the game a tedious experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a vibrant and engaging backyard football setting, creating a lively and enjoyable experience for players and spectators alike.
- “Great backyard football atmosphere.”