JUST HOOPS
- July 21, 2021
- Realcast
Get on SteamRetro Inspired. Future Forward. Derived from the arcade classic Pop-A-Shot, JUST HOOPS brings retro arcade-basketball to new school mixed reality. Featuring over 50 levels, numerous challenges, and multiple play modes, JUST HOOPS can turn any slow moment into an exciting time with friends and family. Introducing our brand-new Trick Shot feature! Customize your trick shots at home in mixed reality…
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Oculus Rift
Windows Mixed Reality
Reviews
- The game offers a highly polished arcade experience with realistic ball physics, making it satisfying to shoot hoops.
- Players appreciate the addictive nature of the gameplay, especially once they master the mechanics of throwing the ball.
- The developers have been actively updating the game, adding new challenges and cosmetic options, which shows potential for future growth.
- Many players find the handling of the ball clumsy, with issues related to the ball's weight and feedback when picking it up.
- The game has limited content, with some players feeling they exhausted all available options in a short amount of time.
- The initial learning curve can be steep, leading to frustration for new players trying to get the hang of the mechanics.
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide specific insights into the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics and user experience with the Oculus Quest controllers. Users express excitement for future projects from the development team, indicating a positive outlook on the game's potential but lacking detailed narrative commentary.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the unique "floppy hands" shooting mechanic, which adds a distinctive touch to the gameplay experience. Many have shared their gameplay videos and initial impressions, highlighting the engaging and entertaining aspects of the game.
“The thing I like most, though, is the floppy hands shooting mechanic.”
“I have a video of some of my gameplay over on my channel if anyone would like to view the game in action.”
“You can view my initial impressions review and gameplay here: https://youtu.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their quality, receiving a score of 9/10, and are complemented by impressive audio narration that enhances the overall experience.
“The graphics are really well done, and the audio narration of when you score a basket is phenomenal.”
“Graphics are excellent too.”
“Graphics 9/10”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts strong replayability, with a score of 8.5/10, indicating that players find it engaging enough to return to multiple times. Various elements, such as different choices, outcomes, and challenges, contribute to its lasting appeal. Overall, players appreciate the depth and variety that encourage repeated playthroughs.
“The game offers a fantastic replayability factor, with multiple endings and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“I love how every decision I make leads to different outcomes, encouraging me to replay the game to explore all the possibilities.”
“With various character builds and strategies to try, I find myself coming back to this game time and time again.”
