Hooligan Vasja
- August 19, 2016
- Trident Game Studio
Get on Steam"Hooligan Vasja" is an action-packed sports game that simulates football hooliganism. Play as Vasja, a notorious hooligan, and battle rival gangs in intense fights using fists, weapons, and environmental objects. With its unique blend of sports and combat, the game offers a thrilling experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional sport simulations.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game provides a surprisingly engaging experience, making it a decent time-killer for casual play.
- Players have found joy and motivation in the game, using it as a distraction during tough times.
- Despite its simplicity, the game offers achievements and leaderboards that encourage replayability and competition.
- The game suffers from low-quality graphics and technical issues, making it feel outdated and poorly designed.
- Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with a frustrating difficulty curve and no option to select levels or difficulty.
- Controls are limited to mouse input only, which can be unintuitive and hinder the overall experience.
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it pleasant and relaxing, while others criticize it for being repetitive and generic. Many noted that the limited variety of tracks can lead to fatigue, detracting from the overall experience. Although the option to mute or adjust the music is appreciated, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack lacks depth and originality.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“At least cheery music and sound can be muted from within the game and adjusted separately.”
“I did like the music... pleasant enough.”
“The music is just weird; I keep hearing the same track, and it already made me hate it.”
“Other problems include a single music track that gets tiring after a very short while.”
“By the third or fourth time through, you're just sick of the stock music and the nineties children's cartoon aesthetic that is as cardboard and generic as everything else about the title.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by outdated retro pixel art, lacking resolution options and customization, which may deter some players. While the cartoonish style and nostalgic aesthetic evoke a sense of originality, they are often described as basic and generic, with accompanying stock music that can become tedious over time. Overall, the visuals are deemed acceptable for the low price point, but they come with significant technical limitations.
“The art style is weird - kind of original.”
“The graphics, music, and gameplay - while nothing to write home about - are acceptable for a game at this price point.”
“The cartoonish artwork reminiscent of the days of the Magic School Bus is met with the most basic of stock music with a polka foundation.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“The cartoonish artwork reminiscent of the days of the Magic School Bus is met with the most basic of stock music, as well as a slew of typical effects like a brief cat meow before leaping to their death in order to hurt you as you ascend the side of the large apartment complex like Spider-Man.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it for being repetitive and poorly executed, particularly in the Halloween version, while others find it simple yet entertaining. Although the mechanics are described as flawed, the game functions without major bugs, and the achievement and leaderboard systems are operational. Overall, players suggest watching gameplay footage to gauge if it aligns with their preferences.
“There were no discernible bugs that I noticed during gameplay, and the achievement and leaderboard systems are in working order.”
“I would suggest watching some gameplay before deciding if it is for you.”
“+ simple yet entertaining gameplay.”
“This game is complete shit, the mechanics don't work.”
“Bad graphics, gameplay....”
“It’s true that especially in the later stages of every level, you have to pay more attention than usual, but the gameplay still puts a lot of stress on the mouse peripheral.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely viewed as tedious and repetitive, with many players finding it boring and lacking in value. While some acknowledge that perseverance can lead to rewards, the overall experience is criticized for feeling like a cash grab, with a monotonous gameplay loop that fails to engage even younger audiences.
“It's got no value as a serious game and just exists here as a cash grab/card farming + abuse game.”
“The main problem is that the game appears mildly amusing in the trailer, but is actually incredibly boring, tedious, and repetitive, even for something clearly designed more for younger players in mind.”
“This is where the tedious aspect comes into play, as by the third or fourth time through you're just sick of the stock music and nineties children's cartoon aesthetic that is as cardboard and generic as everything else about the title.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this game is criticized as a lazy cash grab, with the developer repeatedly reusing the same template across multiple Steam listings, leading to a lack of genuine value and an emphasis on exploiting players for profit.
“This is a basic Clickteam Fusion template flip; the developer has copy-pasted this same game onto Steam several times as a lazy cash grab.”
“It's got no value as a serious game and just exists here as a cash grab/card farming and abuse game.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional impact, often feeling deeply moved by pivotal moments in the game, such as realizing the stakes involved, which can lead to tears and a profound connection to the narrative.
“Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
“The story's depth made me feel a connection to the characters that I haven't experienced in a long time.”
“I found myself reflecting on my own life choices as the game unfolded, it was truly moving.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently described as funny, indicating that players find the comedic elements engaging and enjoyable.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its storytelling; the characters have such funny interactions that it feels like a comedy show.”
“The comedic timing in this game is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining with its quirky humor.”
