Hoop League Tactics

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Hoop League Tactics is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Koality Game and was released on December 19, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"Hoop League Tactics" is a sports management simulation game that combines turn-based tactical action with team management. In Season Mode, players can control the action on the court, manage their team, and develop player skills. Career Mode allows players to start as a rookie and work their way up to multiple season awards and championships. The game offers a variety of ways to play, from controlling every action to simulating games.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,300 reviews

gameplay21 positive mentions

monetization57 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of basketball and tactical gameplay, making it engaging and fun.
The customization options for teams and players are extensive, allowing for a personalized experience.
Regular updates from the developers show commitment to improving the game and addressing player feedback.

The game often requires watching ads to play, which can be intrusive and frustrating for players.
Gameplay can feel repetitive over time, with limited variety in strategies and plays.
The shot accuracy and mechanics can be inconsistent, leading to frustration when high-percentage shots miss.

monetization
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism, primarily due to the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which many players find annoying and disruptive to gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to play for free with ads, others express frustration over the necessity to watch ads to progress or access certain features, leading to a desire for a more balanced approach or a one-time purchase option to remove ads entirely. Overall, the consensus indicates that excessive ads detract from an otherwise enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Free is perfectly playable, but I want to edit the league, and no ads is always nice.”
- “The game starts with no ads for one season; this should be praised!”
- “This game is very nice; the thing you need to change is no ads.”
- “They ruined this game with that incessant barrage of microtransactions and ads.”
- “Ads after every game get annoying fast, also you cannot control very much so half the game is out of your control completely.”
- “Good game but if it wasn't for the ads, I would play it more.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple yet engaging, blending strategy with basketball mechanics, which keeps players interested despite some challenges in mastering it. While many appreciate the fun and customizable aspects, there are criticisms regarding the pace, repetitiveness, and the need for improved mechanics and clearer tutorials. Overall, the game offers a unique experience, but players desire further refinements to enhance gameplay depth and variety.
- “The gameplay is simple and fun; the career and season modes are good for a mobile game, and the customization is amazing.”
- “The gameplay is simple to understand but still deep enough to enjoy strategy and develop your own team.”
- “Perfect balance of easy-to-play mechanics but yet still has enough depth to not be another run-of-the-mill mobile game.”
- “The gameplay is too rigid.”
- “Not much variety in the gameplay, gets repetitive very quickly.”
- “Its horrible, the RNG is trash. You have to green shots on the shot bar and if you normally shoot 99.9999999999% of the time you will miss. The mechanics are so bad it's funny; do not download this garbage game.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a nostalgic pixelated art style that many players appreciate, though opinions vary on their execution. While some users find the simplicity charming and fitting for the game's depth, others express a desire for improvements, such as better detail and customization options. Overall, the graphics evoke mixed feelings, with a blend of praise for their uniqueness and calls for enhancement.
- “Really different than most basketball games and the graphics are great.”
- “I love its simplicity in the sense of graphic designs as well as controls.”
- “The pixelated art style makes you feel nostalgic for something you've never experienced before.”
- “1 star for the idea and 1 star for the graphics.”
- “Despite the simple graphics and interface, there's a lot of depth to this game.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it cool and enjoyable, though some express a desire for more variety. However, the repetitive nature of the tracks and the lack of additional music options have been noted as drawbacks. Overall, while the music enhances the experience, it could benefit from a broader selection.
- “I love this game because it's interesting and the music is cool.”
- “Music: cactus musician: Jeff Kaale.”
- “It's just a black basketball court with music played on repeat.”
- “Could use more music for variety though.”
- “It plays music and shows a basketball court.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with users reporting frequent freezing and glitches, particularly after extended playtime or when attempting to access certain features. Many players express frustration over these issues, indicating a need for improvements to enhance overall performance.
- “I played this game for a short amount of time and it was really fun, but every time I open it now, it freezes at the touch screen.”
- “Hey, great game, but after a couple of seasons, it gets really buggy. Can you please fix it? I don't know if it's because the game needs more storage space or something. Once that is fixed, five stars!”
- “Bought the game and the import league doesn't work and constantly freezes.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Players express a desire for a more engaging and dynamic story within the game, noting that after a few seasons, the repetitive nature of gameplay diminishes enjoyment. They suggest incorporating features like career storylines, customizable leagues, and mini-games to enhance the overall narrative experience. Overall, the current lack of story depth is seen as a significant drawback.
- “An idea would be there should be more possibilities like for fouls when you try to block, storyline for career, a chance to ankle break and minigames like three-pointer contests and dunk contests and stuff.”
- “After 2-3 seasons, I enjoyed it, but after some time, it feels like there is no change in the game. You just play the match and win, and then it repeats. I want the developers to add some storyline or something that keeps the joy alive.”
- “New game, same disastrous story. I'm not able to customize a league or create a new league.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is derived from its flawed mechanics and unpredictable RNG, leading to amusingly frustrating moments, particularly when players consistently miss shots despite high accuracy percentages. While some find the pixel graphics entertaining, the overall experience is marred by significant gameplay issues that detract from the enjoyment.
- “It's hilarious every time I miss a shot for 75% of the time, smh.”
- “Some good ideas here, and the pixel graphics were funny enough to almost keep me playing.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, offering a compelling experience that encourages players to return, while also being free of excessive advertisements.
- “Great game with lots of replay value and minimal ads.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic gameplay elements.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the opportunity to keep progressing, others find it too tedious and repetitive.
- “Too tedious for my liking.”