Mini Basketball

About

Mini Basketball is a fun and entertaining sports game that offers good mechanics and stellar graphics, providing a delightful experience for players. The game's humor and quirks will surely make you laugh, but be aware of the occasional bugs that may appear. Perfect for basketball enthusiasts looking for a compact and enjoyable gaming experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 15,953 reviews

graphics324 positive mentions

monetization131 negative mentions

graphics
374 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
87%
11%
2%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, smoothness, and attention to detail. Players appreciate the vibrant cartoon-style visuals and realistic animations, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some reviews mention occasional lag and the need for further improvements in graphical fidelity and realism.
- “I love the graphics, the way the players move and interact with other players.”
- “Great game, very competitive, the graphics are very good and in all honesty it reminds me of NBA Jam just an upgraded version.”
- “This game is amazing, the graphics and the game itself is attractive; the guys who made this game should keep it up.”
- “I spend up wasting my data on it, but I tried and downloaded it and it's so boring; it is not even interesting, even the graphics are bad.”
- “Graphics terrible, gameplay terrible.”
- “Horrible game; I would not recommend it. All you do is score greens, miss, and the graphics are horrible.”
gameplay
255 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
36%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic basketball games like NBA Jam. However, numerous criticisms highlight issues with inconsistent mechanics, frustrating controls, and a perceived reliance on pay-to-win elements, leading to a chaotic and often unfair experience. While some users find the gameplay enjoyable and easy to learn, others express disappointment over the lack of logic and stability, suggesting that improvements are needed for a more satisfying experience.
- “Core gameplay is engaging and almost meditative with the rhythms/timing, makes me nostalgic for NBA Jam at the arcade in the 90s.”
- “I love the gameplay and the way you can move your character; the graphics are wonderful.”
- “The matches are fair, plenty of options, and simply great mechanics, in fact they shine, almost like NBA Jam without the super slams, but still has slam dunks.”
- “This game's frustrating mechanics and unreliable shooting make it feel like you're playing against yourself more than against opponents.”
- “Dropped my rating from 4 stars to 2 stars because the gameplay in this game is just downright awful.”
- “The gameplay is horrendous.”
monetization
220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
4%
60%
The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the minimal presence of ads, which are mostly optional and can be watched for rewards. While some users express concerns about the game's pay-to-win elements and the influence of in-game purchases on competitiveness, the overall sentiment is that the game offers a fun experience without intrusive ads, allowing players to progress without feeling pressured to spend money. However, a few reviews highlight issues with ad rewards not being credited, suggesting room for improvement in the monetization system.
- “There's also no ads unless you choose to watch them, which actually can be convenient and to your benefit unlike most other phone games.”
- “Free, with in-game purchases only if you want them.”
- “A lot of fun and a very fair monetization system.”
- “Avoid the game, it's garbage that should be fun, but nothing more than a cash grab.”
- “The pay-to-play aspect definitely has a strong advertisement influence, but it's not always shoving it in your face.”
- “Just another game that starts fun and ends up being a cash grab.”
stability
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
4%
93%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and glitches affecting gameplay. Many players experience interruptions during matches, leading to lost progress and frustration, particularly in tournaments where entry fees are at stake. While some users report smooth gameplay without issues, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires urgent fixes to address its stability problems.
- “Smooth gameplay with no glitches.”
- “Really fun game, no glitches.”
- “No non-stop ads, no glitches; this is a good game.”
- “Game freezes a lot when trying to open packs from videos.”
- “But the biggest issue I have is that the game freezes on me 1 out of 4 games.”
- “Game freezes all the time and penalizes you for the games freezing... too frustrating... for the first time I am quitting a game I downloaded.”
humor
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, particularly enjoying the ridiculousness of gameplay and the humorous celebrations. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter, making it a fun experience overall, despite some criticisms regarding fairness and monetization. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a standout in the basketball genre.
- “This game is really good and humoristic.”
- “And the celebrations by the players and the slam dunks are hilarious!”
- “Best experience so far for a mini basketball game, cute and funny.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected a lot more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the overall experience.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback from users; while some appreciate its quality and find it enjoyable, many express frustration over the inability to play their own music simultaneously or control the in-game audio settings effectively. Users desire more autonomy in managing the game's sound, with requests for an on/off option for the music and better integration with music apps. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect, but the lack of flexibility detracts from the experience for some players.
- “Love the game, great graphics... I love the music, challenging but not stressful. Love the real players tournament.”
- “Great game, amazing music. I'd pay money for this. 5 stars.”
- “I wanted to turn off the music and then play, but the game demanded that I press play and gave me zero autonomy!”
- “When playing this game, any app I use, Pandora, Spotify, YouTube Music, or even YouTube cannot be playing in the background.”
- “Even though I have the sound setting at the lowest, I cannot play other things like music or videos because the sound is just lowered and not actually muted.”
- “The damn music was way too loud and the game would not let me control the actions I took.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as underdeveloped and unsatisfying, with players expressing frustration over the lack of clarity and justification in the core plot. While the game offers engaging graphics and enjoyable gameplay, issues with mission tracking and rewards detract from the overall experience, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.
- “Uhmm... yeah, I played this game for some weeks. The starting experience was good enough, but as I continued to play regularly, I developed a feeling that the main or core plot of the game is not fully or satisfactorily justified.”
- “The basketball game I ever played, I love it! The graphics are so beautiful, with daily missions, free coins, boxes to open, players to buy with coins, and free coins and diamonds from ads.”
- “Enjoy this game a lot, but the achievements of completing 5 daily missions do not work correctly.”
- “Half the missions are impossible.”
- “I played this game for a few weeks; the starting experience was good enough, but as I continued, I developed a feeling that the main plot of the game is not fully or satisfactorily justified.”
- “The achievements for completing 5 daily missions do not work correctly.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players praise the game's optimization, highlighting excellent performance and improved gameplay as they develop their characters. The strong Wi-Fi connectivity further enhances the overall experience, allowing for seamless interactions and noticeable differences in player performance.
- “Great WiFi, amazing performance.”
- “The rewards and improved performance are great.”
- “Gameplay is at its best! As you build up the players, you can really tell the difference in their performance.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration and disappointment with the game's mechanics, feeling that it undermines their efforts and leads to a lack of control during matches. This emotional response is heightened by the perception of unfairness in gameplay, where opponents seem to have an advantage that diminishes the player's experience.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; some players appreciate its balance, finding it easy and entertaining without excessive grinding, while others feel it leans too heavily into grindy mechanics. Overall, the experience varies significantly among players.
- “Way too grindy 👎”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight the game's high replay value, indicating that it remains enjoyable and engaging even after multiple playthroughs.
- “Fun with high replay value”
- “Fun with high replay value”