Handball 17

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Handball 17 is a sports simulation game that lets you lead your favorite handball team to victory. With over 70 official teams and a wide range of game modes, including a career mode, Handball 1

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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
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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game can provide a sense of joy and hope, especially during tough times, as it helped one player find motivation and happiness.
For fans of handball, the game offers a unique experience as it is currently the only handball game available on the market.
Some players find the gameplay enjoyable and competitive, especially when playing against AI.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating to play, such as issues with player controls and AI behavior.
Graphics and gameplay mechanics feel outdated, resembling a game from the late 90s rather than a modern sports simulation.
Many players report that the game does not accurately represent handball, with unrealistic player movements and poor AI performance.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay features solid shooting mechanics and decent visuals, but overall, it falls short of expectations for a sports game, making it feel unplayable for those familiar with handball. Instant replays are a highlight, but the overall experience may not satisfy seasoned players.
- “The instant replays are good, and the gameplay is enjoyable.”
- “The gameplay itself is quite engaging.”
- “While it has its upsides, such as shooting mechanics with great potential for development and decent visuals and animations for certain aspects of the game, it feels unplayable for anyone who has even a basic understanding of handball.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional stability issues, including glitches that can affect gameplay, such as incorrect passing directions when executing commands. Overall, while these bugs are present, they do not seem to be pervasive enough to significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “There are some glitches; for example, sometimes when you press left + A to pass the ball to a teammate on the left side, the game makes you pass the ball to the right.”
- “Glitches and bugs do occur on occasion.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics in the game are considered subpar compared to contemporary sports simulations, lacking the realism found in titles like FIFA. While there are some positive aspects, such as decent shooting mechanics and certain animations, overall, the visuals do not meet the expectations for a modern sports game, making it feel unplayable for knowledgeable players.
- “The graphics and the movement should be more realistic, like in other sports simulations (e.g., FIFA).”
- “While it does have its upsides, such as shooting mechanics with great potential for development and not-so-bad visuals and animations for certain aspects of the game, the graphics are way below what would be expected for any sports game nowadays. It just feels unplayable for anyone who at least remotely knows handball.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”