International Snooker

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International Snooker is a single player and multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by Big Head Games Ltd and was released on May 30, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"International Snooker" is a realistic simulation of the cue sport with various game modes including career mode, practice mode, and online multiplayer. The game features detailed physics and graphics, allowing players to perform a variety of shots and aim for high scores and rankings. With its challenging gameplay, "International Snooker" offers a authentic snooker experience for both casual and dedicated players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 348 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game has smooth gameplay and is enjoyable for casual play.
It offers a decent representation of snooker with good physics and graphics.
The AI can be challenging and provides a fun experience for players.

The aiming system is inaccurate, often leading to frustrating missed shots.
The AI behavior is inconsistent, sometimes making impossible shots while missing easy ones.
The user interface is poorly designed and not intuitive, making navigation cumbersome.

graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
45%
8%
The graphics in this snooker simulator receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are generally good and suitable for casual play, they lack the polish of modern titles. Some users appreciate the clean visuals and realistic sound effects, while others criticize the audience animations and overall graphical fidelity, suggesting that they feel dated compared to contemporary standards. Overall, the graphics are deemed acceptable for a casual game, but not groundbreaking.
- “Graphics are good, physics are nice, and it's easy to play.”
- “This particular snooker simulator has many redeeming features, nice graphics, crowd sound effects, easy to use controls, and some useful upgrades to be bought with your hard-earned prize money.”
- “If you are after a snooker game then this is a good game with a fair price and great graphics.”
- “Targeting is poor, the ad graphics looked the same but this is crap.”
- “Virtually no graphics options for PC; the control mechanics are god awful, as even at only 400 DPI, making micro adjustments is nearly impossible.”
- “Then we get to playing the game: the graphics are an absolute joke.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
47%
21%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its realistic physics and complexity, particularly for snooker enthusiasts, while others criticize broken mechanics and a lack of tutorials. Many players find the experience frustrating due to poor controls and sound design, despite some acknowledging the potential for enjoyable gameplay. Overall, while there are moments of authenticity, the execution leaves much to be desired.
- “Good relaxing afternoons, enjoying a coffee without any intrusive pay-to-win mechanics ... good team effort here :)”
- “The gameplay is some of the most realistic and complex out of any game as of yet, with the collision physics and the skill it takes to hit that perfect shot.”
- “The actual gameplay is near-perfect as an authentic snooker simulation.”
- “The in-game physics mechanics are completely broken; the rails do not absorb energy whatsoever.”
- “The feel, the overdone sound effects in the background, the shoddy gameplay, and the robotic announcer's voice that just grates on the eardrums, it just feels rushed.”
- “Overall, it's an okay attempt but sadly lacking in the areas that would make gameplay enjoyable rather than frustrating.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere in the game is generally praised for its polished sound design and immersive feel, enhancing the overall experience despite not featuring next-gen graphics. However, some users feel that it lacks depth, particularly in character customization and overall ambiance compared to competitors.
- “The atmosphere and the sounds are great, and the feel of the game overall is pretty polished.”
- “The oohs and ahhs, the coughing, and the occasional 'go on my son' add to the atmosphere.”
- “While it's not next-gen in terms of amazing graphics and atmosphere, for a snooker game, it's great. You create a character (admittedly with about three choices), start a career, and work your way to the top.”
- “More expensive than its competitors for a game with no atmosphere.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is described as tedious and uninspiring, with players spending excessive time on repetitive tasks for minimal rewards, such as a spinning cup. While it may appeal to dedicated snooker fans, the overall experience is marred by control issues that further contribute to the tediousness of gameplay.
- “Resulting in a very tedious exercise, a single frame will take you a long time.”
- “Now, after several hours of tedious play, you get to claim your reward: the visual of a spinning cup.”
- “This is tedious, processional snooker at its most basic and uninspiring, and a game I simply can't find any reason to recommend to anyone.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits stability issues, including occasional freezing and bugs, particularly with magnetic balls that can become unresponsive. While these problems are generally manageable, they detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “This game is great; however, it needs an update to fix some issues like magnetic balls that seem to just freeze in place. The game also freezes up from time to time.”
- “Cons: a number of bugs and glitches which are easy enough to ignore in the main, but safety play is not particularly good, unfortunately.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional aspect of the game, noting that it fails to evoke a sense of connection or impact, making it difficult to engage with the narrative or characters on a deeper level.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's story is notably lacking, with users expressing disappointment over the absence of a narrative or tutorial to guide players through the experience. While the graphics and gameplay are decent, the overall storytelling aspect is seen as a significant drawback.
- “First is first, the graphics are good and the gameplay experience isn't that bad, but the problem lies in everything else related to the game. There is no story (which may be acceptable), and there is no tutorial or anything that may help you understand how the game works.”
- “The narrative is completely lacking, leaving players feeling disconnected and unengaged. It's hard to care about the characters or the world when there's no compelling story to draw you in.”
- “I found the story to be shallow and uninspired. It felt like an afterthought rather than a core component of the game, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music, combined with audience cheers and the referee's announcements, creates an immersive and vibrant atmosphere that enhances the international snooker experience.
- “The music, audience cheering, the referee calling out the scores, and the tournament setting all give international snooker a great feel.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable when competing against AI, suggesting that the experience is filled with amusing moments. However, the humor may not translate as well in multiplayer settings against other humans.
- “Playing against the AI had me laughing out loud; it's a hilarious experience!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making every match entertaining!”
- “Whether you're playing against the AI or friends, the comedic elements keep the fun going!”

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International Snooker is a casual sport game.

International Snooker is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing International Snooker.

International Snooker was released on May 30, 2014.

International Snooker was developed by Big Head Games Ltd.

International Snooker has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its grinding.

International Snooker is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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