IHF Handball Challenge 12
- November 28, 2011
- Neutron Games
Get on SteamIHF Handball Challenge 12 is an official handball simulation game showing off the top leagues and championships. Features include international handball stars, 4 game modes, and realistic gameplay with 11 skills for each player. Replay the 2011 World Championship and experience fast-paced handball action.
Reviews
- The game offers an enjoyable and easy-to-learn experience for handball fans, with decent gameplay and a nostalgic feel.
- It features local multiplayer and cooperative modes, making it fun to play with friends or against AI.
- Despite its low budget, the game provides a fair amount of entertainment and has a good tutorial system to help new players.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and poor graphics, which detract from the overall experience.
- There is a lack of depth in game modes, with no online multiplayer and limited customization options.
- Players may find the game dull and slow-paced, especially when compared to more polished sports titles.
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely regarded as dated, resembling titles from the late '90s rather than contemporary releases from 2011. Despite this, some players appreciate the nostalgic, old-school feel, finding enjoyment in the gameplay itself, especially as it is the only handball game available. Overall, while the visuals may not impress, the game still offers a compelling experience for sports enthusiasts.
“I was really skeptical at first, mostly because of the graphics and mechanics, but after looking past the fact that it was released in 2011 and not 2001, I couldn't stop playing it.”
“Despite looking like a game that was released in '99 with updated graphics, therefore not comparable with any other sports title released at the time (or for the last ten years), it's actually a very good game.”
“The graphics are dated, but for the only handball game out there, it is a great buy for the sport lover.”
“Poor mechanics, poor graphics, poor flow compared to any other sport title released in 2011; it has an old-school feel to it which I think is very enjoyable and brings me back to the best sports games.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a solid handball overview, but it suffers from outdated mechanics and graphics, leading to a less fluid experience compared to contemporary sports titles. Despite these shortcomings, some players find an enjoyable nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic sports games, which keeps them engaged.
“The gameplay offers a good overview of handball mechanics.”
“Poor mechanics, poor graphics, poor flow compared to any other sports title released in 2011. It has an old-school feel to it, which I think is very enjoyable and brings me back to the best sports games.”
“I was really skeptical at first, mostly because of the graphics and mechanics, but after looking past the fact that it was released in 2011 and not 2001, I couldn't stop playing it.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is reminiscent of enjoyable tracks from 2000s sports games, featuring good songs that enhance the experience, although the overall gameplay may not meet expectations.
“The music brings back the nostalgia of 00s sports games.”
“The soundtrack features great songs that enhance the overall experience.”
“The music is good, but the game itself is lacking.”
“While the soundtrack has some great tracks, it doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The music is enjoyable, but it feels out of place in the context of the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for being poor, with frequent bugs occurring at startup, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
“This is a letdown; it's a dull game that's buggy every time you start playing.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches, which ruined the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as fleeting, providing initial amusement that quickly fades, leading some players to advise against playing it to preserve their enjoyment of handball.
