Ketchapp Basketball

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Ketchapp Basketball is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Ketchapp and was released on June 1, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"Ketchapp Basketball" is a popular mobile game that challenges players to swipe the ball into the hoop across four modes. Compete with friends and globally, and collect stars to unlock new balls and improve skills. The goal: to become a master of the hoop and claim the title of Ketchapp Basketball star.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,340 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

monetization108 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and fun, providing a great way to pass the time.
It features multiple game modes and a variety of basketballs and backboards, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.
The graphics are appealing, and the controls are generally responsive, making it enjoyable to play.

The frequency and length of ads are excessive, often interrupting gameplay and causing frustration.
There are issues with the game's physics and controls, leading to inconsistent shooting results.
Players have reported problems with not receiving rewards for watching ads, which diminishes the overall experience.

monetization
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has received significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive frequency and length of advertisements that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over unskippable ads that appear during critical moments, leading to a diminished gaming experience. While some users appreciate the option to play ad-free for a fee, the overwhelming sentiment is that the current ad implementation is intrusive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The buy no ads option should be cheaper; other than this, I love it.”
- “Purchased the ad-free version ages ago. I redownloaded the game to restore in-app purchases, but Ketchapp has decided to just have a free version with ads.”
- “It's a really fun game, but the advertisements that pop up every other round are ridiculously annoying.”
- “I understand that they want and have to make money, but 30-second ads every few minutes are obtrusive.”
- “Worse in-app ads experience that I've ever seen; ads are long and way too frequent. This is the reason I stopped playing this game.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised, with many users describing them as amazing, slick, and excellent. While most reviews highlight the impressive aesthetics and visual quality, a few users suggest that there is room for improvement. Despite some mixed opinions, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “The graphics of this game are amazing.”
- “Amazing game very much appreciated because of how the aesthetics are and how the graphics are.”
- “Awesome graphics and great modes to play...”
- “I think it's a really good game, but the graphics are really not that good.”
- “The graphics can be way better, you know.”
- “It needs better graphics and better and harder modes.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring easy mechanics that can be challenging for high scores, but is marred by frequent ad interruptions that disrupt the experience. While the graphics are praised, some users express a desire for improved controls and overall gameplay quality compared to similar free games.
- “Easy and simple gameplay, but challenging to score high.”
- “The graphics are really good and the gameplay was great; last year I played, but then I stopped. Now I have started again.”
- “I like this app for the most part, but I just noticed something today: while I was playing, an ad popped up and paused the gameplay for some obscure reason.”
- “The only bad thing is there are too many ads during free gameplay.”
- “Fortunately, similar games on the Play Store offer better gameplay value with very little interruption.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some praise the game for having no lags or freezes, others experience frequent screen freezes and glitches, particularly during gameplay. Frustration is evident as players express dissatisfaction with the lack of support for these issues, impacting their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “No lags, no freezes, nothing.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any interruptions.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playtime.”
- “Whenever I make a shot, the screen freezes and turns into an unescapable ad!”
- “Great but can't play it properly; it's ever so frustrating as it pauses and glitches. After emailing this issue to the right department, the response was, 'We can't and we don't care, so bad luck.'”
- “But I can't give it five stars because it freezes a lot. Please fix it, then I will give it ten stars. It's a well-made game; y'all put together, keep up the good work, guys!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is enjoyable but suffers from notable performance issues that detract from the overall experience. Users have expressed concerns about optimization, indicating that it may not run smoothly on all systems.
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I constantly experience lag and stuttering, which ruins the overall experience.”
- “The optimization is so bad that I can't even enjoy the graphics I was looking forward to.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be delightful, highlighting the cute and funny character designs, particularly the basketball skins. The overall fun and amusing elements contribute to a positive experience, making it highly recommended for newcomers.
- “I love this game! It's really funny.”
- “The app is amazing! The balls are so cute and funny, and I would really recommend this game to newcomers.”
- “It's really fun! I love the basketball skins; they're really funny and cool.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, particularly due to the variety of different types of balls that keep the experience fresh and engaging. It serves as a go-to option for those looking to enjoy a quick diversion.
- “This game is my go-to when I need to focus on something else for a bit; I love the replay value of the different types of balls.”
- “The variety of gameplay options keeps me coming back for more; each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “With so many different strategies to explore, I find myself replaying this game over and over again.”
- “But this one is my go-to when I need to focus on something else for a bit. I love the replay value of the different types of balls.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game is noted to be absent, leading players to rely on their own playlists, such as Justin Bieber, to enhance their gaming experience. While some users appreciate the ability to listen to their favorite tracks while playing, the lack of in-game music is a common point of feedback. Overall, players enjoy the game as a time killer but feel that integrated music could enhance the experience.
- “This game is a great time killer; you just need to put some music on your phone or tablet and play it for a couple of hours.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its wholesome and family-friendly nature, evoking positive emotions and providing enjoyable experiences for players of all ages.