Gridiron Solitaire
- January 21, 2014
- Bill and Eli Productions
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Gridiron Solitaire successfully combines the excitement of football with the mechanics of solitaire, creating a fun and addictive gameplay experience.
- The game offers a surprising level of depth and strategy, especially with the 'Big Play' mechanic that adds tension and unpredictability to matches.
- The developer is responsive and continually updates the game, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged.
- Many players find the game heavily reliant on luck, leading to frustrating experiences where skill seems to have little impact on outcomes.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and simplistic, with some reviewers noting that it lacks the depth and strategy expected from a football simulation.
- Technical issues and glitches have been reported, including problems with game stability and the effectiveness of certain mechanics, which can detract from the enjoyment.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily centered around a card-based mechanic reminiscent of solitaire, featuring simple yet strategic elements that allow for decision-making, such as choosing between run or pass plays in a football context. While some players find the mechanics repetitive and simplistic, others appreciate the introduction of unique features like the "big play" mechanic, which adds depth and variability to the outcomes. Overall, the game is considered entertaining, especially for those who enjoy card games, despite some criticisms regarding its unfinished feel and inconsistency.
“Having said all of that, it's a very entertaining solitaire title and introduces several game mechanics not seen in other similar games.”
“The big play mechanics throw a bit of resource management into it.”
“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, 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.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent glitches detracting from the overall gameplay experience. Many expected a smooth, enjoyable card-matching game but were disappointed by the technical problems encountered.
“I was expecting a fun little game where you match cards, but I was wrong; the game glitches.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it impossible to enjoy.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While some may initially view the $9.99 price tag for the solitaire game as steep, users appreciate the graphics as part of a more complex experience that includes random elements and strategic gameplay, justifying the cost.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the football match is exceptionally well-represented, immersing players in the excitement and energy of the event.
“The atmosphere of a football match is captured perfectly.”
“The game's immersive environment draws you in and makes you feel part of the action.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of *Gridiron Solitaire* is highlighted by its effective emulation of the game's rhythms, capturing the exhilarating highs and heartbreaking lows that come with pivotal plays, creating a deeply engaging experience for players.
“Gridiron Solitaire does a great job of emulating the rhythms of the game -- the push and pull, the big plays that are alternately exhilarating and heartbreaking.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story of the game is compelling, highlighting the journey of Bill Harris from having no prior knowledge to successfully developing the finished product, which adds an inspiring 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game for its ability to provide a mindless and relaxing experience, making it suitable for multitasking or casual play without requiring deep investment.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became boring.”
“The grind is so monotonous that it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
