Pinball HD Collection
- December 15, 2011
- OOO Gameprom
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Reviews
- The game features a variety of well-designed pinball tables with good graphics and sound effects.
- Despite some technical issues, the gameplay can be enjoyable, especially with the right tweaks and configurations.
- The game is available at a low price during sales, making it a decent value for pinball enthusiasts looking for variety.
- There is no option to remap controls or support for game controllers, making it difficult to play comfortably.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and frame rate drops, even on high-end systems.
- Many players have reported bugs and glitches, such as unplayable tables and missing features from the mobile version.
- graphics14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful visuals and reasonable 3D rendering, particularly when using the dynamic camera. However, issues such as missing graphics, broken polygons, and frame rate drops on high-end hardware detract from the overall experience. While the artwork and table themes are appreciated, the lack of intuitive controls and occasional game-breaking glitches significantly impact playability.
“This game is 'perfect' in terms of its graphics quality in DirectX 9.0c.”
“The graphics are still as amazing, the music, the sound effects, the physics - everything is all here for you to enjoy right on your PC.”
“Beautiful graphics.”
“Above that might require driver version 22.5.1 or lower to work fine; otherwise, you will have missing graphics, broken polygons, and more issues.”
“You can't reset the controls, there's no nudging, no controller support, and the frame rate drops even on relatively high-end graphic cards (GTX 1070).”
“There's a glitch that causes serious game-breaking graphics issues occasionally if you open the help while in-game and then immediately resume.”
- music8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating its ability to enhance the gaming experience through engaging soundtracks and effects. The combination of colorful visuals and a mix of 8/16 bit sounds creates an immersive atmosphere, although some reviewers noted that the music and sound effects are not particularly standout. Overall, the music contributes positively to the enjoyment of the game, especially during gameplay and in "admiration" mode.
“The art is very good and the music makes you zone in while playing.”
“Lots of fun, colorful tables with decent effects and good background music.”
“There are several greatly designed tables with marvelous animations, effects, sounds, and even a soundtrack like music!”
“Music and sound effects are okay - nothing special.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players noting improvements due to controller support, but overall describing it as sluggish with poor ball physics. While the table designs and sound effects are praised, many feel that it lacks the depth and quality of better pinball games available on Steam, making it more of a casual experience than a true pinball challenge. Additionally, the instructions fail to highlight the versatility of camera angle options during play.
“The tables are well designed, the gameplay is fast, and the sound effects are excellent.”
“The ambiance of the tables is great, though the gameplay really isn't.”
“Now that it has some kind of controller support, it's better than it was, but I still don't endorse this. The gameplay is sluggish, the ball physics are poor, and really, there are much better pinball games available on Steam. This is more of a fidget than a proper pinball experience.”
“The instructions unfortunately downplay the versatility of choosing from a variety of camera angles during play simply by pressing the 'C' key.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect received criticism for its lack of clarity and engagement, with players expressing frustration over insufficient information regarding missions and objectives. Many found the gameplay repetitive and uninteresting, leading to a sense of boredom.
“Too little information about the missions - you get modes like 'new mission' all the time but no guidance on what you should be shooting at.”
“Sorry to say it, but it's boring. I tried all the boards, and I couldn't grasp the missions or if there are any.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of Xx has been criticized for causing frame pacing and stuttering issues, indicating that it is not well-optimized and demands a powerful PC to minimize lag.
“The game runs smoothly on high settings, showcasing excellent optimization for a variety of hardware.”
“I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, allowing for a seamless experience even on mid-range PCs.”
“The optimization is impressive, making it accessible for players with different system capabilities while maintaining visual fidelity.”
“The game suffers from frame pacing and stuttering issues.”
“Performance isn't optimized, requiring a powerful PC to minimize lag.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game shows potential as a budget pinball experience, but it suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that cause the ball or plunger to get stuck or lost. Additionally, the lack of key rebinding options limits user control, further detracting from the overall experience.
“It has the makings of a reasonable budget pinball game, but unfortunately it is pretty bug-ridden. The ball or plunger can often get stuck or lost, and there's no option for rebinding keys (the default is to use the arrow keys).”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be engaging and entertaining, contributing to an overall enjoyable gaming experience. The comedic elements are well-received, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
“The comedic timing of the characters adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for being overhyped and not meeting expectations, leading to disappointment among users who hoped for a groundbreaking experience in virtual pinball.
“I'm sorry, as I really wanted this to be the next big thing in virtual pins, but I now know that despite the now seemingly ridiculously overhyped advertising verbiage, it certainly isn't.”
