Jelle's Marble League

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 103 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"Jelle's Marble League" is an arcade-style game that allows for both single-player and multiplayer action. Players can compete in 16 Track and Field style events in Seasons Mode, with the goal of winning medals and points to become season champions. Quick Play and Quick Play Arcade modes offer additional challenges and the opportunity to unlock more events. Customize teams and collect collectibles in this realistic and engaging simulation of the popular YouTube series.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 103 reviews
emotional1 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game captures the charm and excitement of Jelle's Marble Runs, making it enjoyable for fans of the YouTube channel.
  • The team editor and the ability to create custom teams add a personal touch to the gameplay experience.
  • The story mode and various events provide a sense of progression and engagement, despite some limitations.
  • The game lacks meaningful interactivity and often feels like a simulation rather than a fully-fledged game, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • There are significant bugs and performance issues, including problems with event pacing and the inability to skip events not involving your team.
  • The graphics and sound design are subpar, detracting from the overall experience and making it feel unfinished.
  • story14 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the immersive experience and connection to Jelle's Marble Runs, while others criticize the story mode for negatively impacting gameplay by draining resources without adequate rewards. Although the graphics may feel dated, the gameplay in story mode is generally seen as engaging, despite some players feeling that the mechanics do not significantly enhance their marble stats. Overall, the story mode's implementation has sparked debate, with some enjoying the narrative elements and others feeling it detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The game itself is really nice and it allows us to feel the thrill of Jelle's Marble Runs story with our team.”
    • “Even though the graphics remind me of a late 90s/early 2000s video game, I will say that the gameplay experience is excellent, especially in story mode, and I can easily see myself playing this game.”
    • “The most recent story edition is awesome!”
    • “I love the YouTube series, but story mode has ruined the game for me.”
    • “Story mode gives you no money for your performance.”
    • “Rather, it bleeds your funds dry and forces you to another mode to earn cash to pay your way through the story.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics have been widely criticized as sub-par, with many reviewers noting a resemblance to late 90s or early 2000s games, and describing them as chunky and lacking in options. While some players found the gameplay experience enjoyable, particularly in story mode, the overall visual quality detracted from the experience for many, with reports of crashes and bugs further compounding the issue.

    • “Even though the graphics remind me of a late 90s/early 2000s video game, I will say that the gameplay experience is excellent, especially in story mode, and I can easily see myself playing this game.”
    • “+ Using a window and resizing it to be just about full screen gives significantly cleaner graphics than switching to full screen mode.”
    • “The graphics are kind of chunky.”
    • “Almost no content.. the graphics are bad.. and in the few minutes I played it crashed a lot and I faced multiple bugs!”
    • “Third, and I don't think anyone will disagree, the graphics are sub-par.”
    • “The graphics are kind of chunky, season mode isn't out yet, etc.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay experience varies significantly among users; while some praise the excellent story mode and engaging interactive races, others criticize the overall mechanics and pacing, particularly in early access versions. Concerns about the lack of depth and clarity in controls are prevalent, suggesting that improvements are needed for a more satisfying experience.

    • “Even though the graphics remind me of a late 90s/early 2000s video game, I will say that the gameplay experience is excellent, especially in story mode, and I can easily see myself playing this game.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, the idea of interactive races is enticing.”
    • “If the creator really wants to stick to simulation-style gameplay, perhaps a track-builder would be a great solution.”
    • “It pains me to say this, as I absolutely love Jelle's marble runs, but the gameplay is honestly dreadful.”
    • “As of now, I regret spending $20 on an early access game that has relatively little gameplay.”
    • “Obviously it's in early alpha, but there are clear issues with the pacing and unlock mechanics of the game.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unrewarding, often describing it as a time-consuming experience with minimal payoff. Many express frustration with the reliance on RNG for unlocking content, alongside a general dissatisfaction with the game's aesthetics and sound design. Overall, the grinding detracts from the enjoyment of the core racing experience.

    • “It's quite tedious with no reward.”
    • “Unlocking anything is pure RNG grinding; the game is ugly, content is lacking, and the sound is lackluster.”
    • “Training is tedious, boring, and wastes my time when I just want to race in season mode.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly with no significant bugs or performance issues following the latest update. However, there are concerns regarding the optimization of gameplay mechanics, particularly the lack of impact from individual marble stats and the absence of rewards in story mode, suggesting a need for future balance adjustments.

    • “I imagine the developers will be tweaking balance as they go, and I look forward to having more agency over my marbles and their performance in future updates.”
    • “It runs very well, and since the last update, I haven't seen any new bugs or performance issues.”
    • “Even the stats attached to individual marbles seemingly have no bearing on their performance.”
    • “Story mode gives you no money for your performance.”
    • “I imagine the developers will be tweaking balance as they go and I look forward to having more agency over my marbles and their performance in future updates.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game, priced at $20, has drawn criticism for its intrusive static advertisements, which many players feel detract from the overall experience and undermine the game's quality.

    • “This game is $20, and the static advertisements are constantly flipping, making it not only a huge distraction but also cheapens the game's brand.”
    • “First, the ads.”
    • “Are these paid ads?”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs that significantly detract from the overall experience. Many express disappointment, wishing they could provide a more favorable review if not for the persistent issues.

    • “It's also quite buggy.”
    • “I wish I could give this game a positive review; the game is a buggy mess.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game, composed by Minos Fylaktos and featuring tracks from the 2021 Marble League, is noted for its short loops and lack of crowd cheering, resulting in a quieter atmosphere that detracts from the overall excitement.

    • “The music was composed by Minos Fylaktos himself, and some of it was even taken from the 2021 Marble League!”
    • “The game features a unique soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere and experience.”
    • “The crowd doesn't cheer, so the game is really quiet instead of the hype commentary and cheers, with pretty short looped music.”
    • “Some other things, the music was composed by Minos Fylaktos himself, and some of it was even taken from the 2021 Marble League!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express a desire for a more passive and immersive emotional experience in the game, akin to watching a sports event, where they can enjoy the action and cheer for their team without needing to actively participate. This highlights a preference for emotional engagement through observation rather than direct interaction.

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