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KungFu Kickball

Blending together soccer and martial arts in a fun party game, KungFu Kickball is a decent game to break out when you're mates are over, though the lack of content and high price might cause you to look elsewhere.
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89%Game Brain Score
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graphics
98% User Score Based on 86 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 4 reviews

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KungFu Kickball is a single player and multiplayer arcade sport game with a kids theme. It was developed by WhaleFood Games and was released on February 9, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

KungFu Kickball is a fast-paced fantasy sport combining soccer with kung fu action, where players unleash punches, kicks, and mystical arts to score by ringing the opponent's bell. Battle through single-player championships or challenge friends in local and online multiplayer across six unique stages with dynamic environmental hazards. Easy to learn but hard to master, the game offers intense matches in 1v1 or 2v2 modes.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews
music9 positive mentions

  • Fun and chaotic gameplay that is best enjoyed with friends, offering a mix of soccer and martial arts.
  • Charming art style and engaging character designs, along with a catchy soundtrack that enhances the experience.
  • Accessible for players of all skill levels, with intuitive controls and a variety of gameplay modes including local and online multiplayer.
  • Limited online matchmaking and a small player base, making it difficult to find games at times.
  • Some players experience wonky physics and controls that can feel inconsistent, leading to frustration.
  • The game lacks content diversity, with only a few maps and character options available, which may not justify the price for some players.
  • music
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its uniqueness and character, particularly highlighting tracks like the jazz-inspired "temple." However, there are complaints about voiceovers interrupting the soundtrack, leading some to consider the music as potentially the weakest aspect of the game. Overall, while the music is appreciated by many, it seems to fall short for those who prioritize it in their gaming experience.

    • “For example, the track 'Temple' is a jazz (maybe bebop) song with a fast-paced sax solo.”
    • “Each map has a unique soundtrack, which is cool.”
    • “The music is dope, the character design is great, what's not to love?”
    • “My only complaint is the voiceovers including how they interrupt the soundtrack in the background.”
    • “The music might be the weakest part of the game, which is a shame because I typically get into games because of their music.”
    • “For example, the track 'temple' is a jazz (maybe bebop) song with a fast-paced sax solo.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its variety and depth, featuring a smooth and polished experience with a skill curve that encourages mastery of both mechanics and maps. Players appreciate the intuitive controls, charming pixel art, and chaotic fun of matches, making it an engaging choice for social gatherings. Overall, the game offers a rich and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Game play and mechanics are smooth and overall feel very polished.”
    • “Between the simple controls, intuitive gameplay, cute art style, and banging tunes, Kungfu Kickball could very well dominate your next house party.”
    • “There is a skill curve in learning both the mechanics and the maps.”
    • “The gameplay has immense potential and depth.”
    • “Matches are chaotic and fun.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by charming pixel art visuals that evoke a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of titles like Celeste. The high-resolution user interface complements the pixel graphics, creating an engaging aesthetic that enhances the overall fun and chaotic gameplay experience.

    • “I appreciate the high-resolution UI alongside the pixel in-game graphics, similar to Celeste.”
    • “I like the art style; it's pretty fun to kill some time.”
    • “The pixel art visuals are charming, and the arenas are varied, making matches chaotic and fun.”
    • “I do appreciate the high-res UI alongside the pixel in-game graphics, similar to Celeste.”
    • “Between the simple controls, intuitive gameplay, cute art style, and banging tunes, Kungfu Kickball could very well dominate your next house party.”
    • “[Easy to learn gameplay, pixel art visuals are charming, arenas are varied, matches are chaotic and fun].”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through its hilarious and charming designs, which contribute significantly to the overall appeal of the game. Players appreciate the engaging character aesthetics, enhancing their connection to the game.

    • “Character designs are hilarious and charming.”
    • “The music is dope, the character design is great, what's not to love?”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its hilarious and charming character designs, complemented by funny characters and upbeat music. Players appreciate the entertaining levels and the added fun of multiplayer support, enhancing the overall comedic experience.

    • “Character designs are hilarious and charming.”
    • “There's funny characters, swanky music, cool levels, and multiplayer support!”
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KungFu Kickball is a arcade sport game with kids theme.

KungFu Kickball is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

KungFu Kickball was released on February 9, 2022.

KungFu Kickball was developed by WhaleFood Games.

KungFu Kickball has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

KungFu Kickball is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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