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Gridiron Solitaire is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Bill and Eli Productions and was released on January 21, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Gridiron Solitaire" is a unique sports game that combines football strategy with a solitaire-style card game. Lead your team through a 15-game season, make decisions on play-calling, and experience a deep, evolving game world with thousands of possible text events. With real NFL data used in every aspect and hand-crafted stadiums, enjoy an intense football atmosphere in a 20-minute package.

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 156 reviews
atmosphere2 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions

  • Gridiron Solitaire combines the excitement of football with the simplicity of solitaire, creating a surprisingly engaging and addictive gameplay experience.
  • The game captures the essence of football well, providing tense moments and strategic decisions that keep players invested.
  • The developer is responsive and has continually updated the game, enhancing its features and gameplay mechanics over time.
  • The game heavily relies on luck, leading to inconsistent gameplay where winning feels more random than skill-based.
  • Technical issues, such as glitches and crashes, have been reported, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Some players find the mechanics too simplistic and feel that the game does not offer enough depth or strategy to keep them engaged long-term.
  • gameplay
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this card-based football game is primarily centered around a simple solitaire mechanic, which some players find repetitive and lacking in depth. However, it introduces engaging elements like the "big play" mechanic and strategic decisions related to football plays, making it entertaining despite its simplistic core. While the game is easy to learn and runs smoothly, some reviewers noted it feels somewhat unfinished and inconsistent in execution.

    • “Having said all of that, it's a very entertaining solitaire title and introduces several game mechanics not seen in other similar games.”
    • “Easy game mechanic to learn, similar to solitaire but with some strategy involved.”
    • “The gameplay of Gridiron Solitaire consists of linking cards that are opposite color and one number apart.”
    • “Instead, it's one simple mechanic ripped from solitaire repeated again, and again, and again with very little that the player can do to actually influence results.”
    • “Terribly inconsistent gameplay.”
    • “I had no technical problems and the game ran fine on my system, but it feels a bit unfinished in terms of gameplay.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users experiencing frequent glitches that detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “I was expecting a fun little game where you match cards, but I was wrong; the game glitches.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are considered fair for its price, as it offers more than just a basic solitaire experience, incorporating random elements and strategic gameplay that enhance its visual appeal. Overall, users feel that the graphical presentation justifies the $9.99 cost.

  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the football match is described as being captured perfectly, highlighting an immersive and authentic experience that resonates with fans.

    • “The atmosphere of a football match is captured perfectly.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    "Gridiron Solitaire" effectively captures the emotional highs and lows of football, delivering a gameplay experience that mirrors the exhilarating and heartbreaking moments of the sport. Players appreciate how the game's rhythms evoke a strong emotional response, enhancing their overall engagement.

    • “[i]Gridiron Solitaire[/i] does a great job of emulating the rhythms of the game -- the push and pull, the big plays that are alternately exhilarating and heartbreaking.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is highly praised, particularly for its inspiring narrative about Bill Harris's journey from having no prior knowledge to successfully developing the finished product, which adds a compelling layer to the overall experience.

    • “Besides the great gameplay at a great price, the story of how Bill Harris developed this game from no knowledge to the finished product is well worth supporting.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate grinding in games as a mindless activity that allows them to unwind and engage in low-stakes gameplay while multitasking or handling tedious tasks. This aspect is valued for its ability to provide a casual gaming experience without requiring deep investment or focus.

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Gridiron Solitaire is a casual sport game.

Gridiron Solitaire is available on PC and Windows.

Gridiron Solitaire was released on January 21, 2014.

Gridiron Solitaire was developed by Bill and Eli Productions.

Gridiron Solitaire has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.

Gridiron Solitaire is a single player game.

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