Mini Soccer Star: Football Cup

Mini Soccer Star: Football Cup is a sport game that offers ingenious gameplay and delightful graphics, but is disturbed by ads and bugs. Players can partake in the World football Cup, scoring goals and striving to become the next soccer superstar. Despite some technical issues, the game provides a fun and engaging soccer experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 940 reviews

gameplay31 positive mentions

monetization119 negative mentions

Fun and simple gameplay with excellent animations and real-life celebrations.
Challenging matches against top teams and a variety of competitions to participate in.
Innovative mechanics that make the game engaging and addictive.

Excessive ads that disrupt gameplay and can be frustrating for players.
Recent updates have increased prices for in-game items and made the game more pay-to-win.
Inconsistent physics and AI behavior that can lead to unrealistic gameplay experiences.

monetization
129 mentions
7 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many users report that even after paying to remove ads, they continue to appear, often in long, unskippable formats, leading to a diminished gaming experience. While some players acknowledge the need for ads to support the game, the consensus is that the frequency and intrusiveness of ads are excessive and detract significantly from the overall enjoyment.
- “Overall this game is pretty fun, basically no ads and I give it a five out of five.”
- “Worth the no ads purchase and this game will keep you entertained forever!”
- “It's offline, no ads, its difficulty level is good, many customization options, different modes, lifestyle feature, and much more. Great job, guys! 👍👍”
- “Incredibly fun game ruined by an insane number of ads.”
- “I paid for not having ads and it worked for a while, then they came back: you can only avoid them for a certain number of times.”
- “Fun game but way, way too many ads, makes it utterly unplayable.”
gameplay
46 mentions
67 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and engaging, with a mix of simple mechanics and complex strategies that keep players entertained. However, many users express frustration with the punitive reward system, excessive ads, and inconsistent mechanics that can detract from the experience. While the graphics and animations receive praise, the need for improvements in player ratings, transfer markets, and practice modes is frequently mentioned.
- “Gameplay is always fun, and challenging at times when you play against the top teams.”
- “Amazing graphics, perfect control, and the strategy of the gameplay is awesome.”
- “A simple wholesome game with easy controls, simple to understand gameplay, and an overall fun experience.”
- “In the gameplay, there is limited space and time for creative ball-play; I can't always shoot or pass where I want to, when I want to.”
- “The reason I give this game a star is simple: first off, the game has such poor mechanics; second, you don't know the timing, the placement of the ball, and the finessing is weird; third, if you make the game better, then probably it will be addicting to me, but for now, no.”
- “There are far too many ads, poor mechanics, and numerous other negative aspects that detract from the gameplay.”
graphics
40 mentions
65 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique art style and overall visual quality, describing it as "amazing" and "cute." However, some users express dissatisfaction, noting that the graphics could be improved or are not up to par with expectations. Overall, the game's visuals are generally well-received, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.
- “Amazing graphics, perfect control and the strategy of the gameplay is awesome.”
- “It has amazing graphics and the physics of the players and the ball 🤩”
- “This is a wonderful game, its graphics are great and it has cool celebrations.”
- “Don't let the 8-bit graphic style fool you.”
- “Giving this 2 stars just because the graphics look decent but the game mechanics suck.”
- “This game is bad, I'm sorry, it's just not good. The graphics are terrible, the controls are so random. 1 out of 5, terrible.”
stability
11 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been a significant concern for users, with frequent freezing and lag during gameplay, particularly when ads appear. Many players report glitches affecting game progress and stats, leading to frustrating experiences that detract from overall enjoyment. While some users remain hopeful for fixes in future updates, the current state of stability is seen as a major drawback.
- “The game freezes and does not load.”
- “And the problem is it lags during the game so you can't hit the ball because the screen freezes and when it unfreezes you've missed your chance and end up losing the game.”
- “I would recommend this game to people who really like to play real football. The only reason I have given this game a 4-star rating is because when I am in the middle of the match, the game just freezes and then I have to reopen the game from the start. I really would like the developers to check this problem out.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly humorous, particularly enjoying the comedic elements when playing with family. However, some users feel that recent updates have made the game more challenging, detracting from its fun factor. Additionally, there are suggestions for adding rewards for top performers to enhance the competitive aspect.
- “It is so funny to play with my family.”
- “Loving this game, great gameplay, graphics, and quite humorous too.”
- “Most funny game but a little hard.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game repetitive and tedious, often revolving around a limited set of challenges that can feel broken or frustrating. While some activities, like the free-kick challenge, are enjoyable, many users express a desire for more engaging content and better rewards.
- “It's always the same two pairs; the free kick one is fun, but the rest are too tedious or broken.”
- “Limited challenges, with some being tedious or broken.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for seasonal quests that offer gems and other rewards, indicating a need for more engaging content in the game's story. Additionally, there are mentions of advertisements linked to daily missions, which may detract from the overall narrative experience.
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users suggest that the game would benefit from the addition of a theme song, similar to what is found in Score Hero, to enhance the overall musical experience.
- “I think it would be great to add a theme song, similar to what Score Hero has.”
- “The music in the game really enhances the overall experience and keeps me engaged.”
- “I love how the soundtrack perfectly matches the game's atmosphere and adds to the excitement.”
- “I think the game would benefit from a theme song, similar to what Score Hero has.”
- “The music feels repetitive and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- “There are not enough tracks, and the ones included are forgettable.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for more consistent performance optimization across different seasons, indicating that fluctuations in optimization can impact their overall experience.
- “I appreciate the optimization efforts; the game runs smoothly even during intense moments.”
- “The recent updates have significantly improved the game's performance, making it more enjoyable.”
- “I love how the developers are constantly working on optimization to enhance the overall experience.”
- “I would like it, however, if there was consistency in performance every season.”
- “The game often struggles with frame rates, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “There are frequent bugs that disrupt gameplay, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a wholesome experience that evokes positive emotions through its simplicity and enjoyable gameplay, making it accessible and engaging for a wide audience.