Protoball
- September 8, 2021
- Studio Z 3D
Get on SteamProtoball is a futuristic First Person Sports Shooter, a blend of basketball and soccer crossed with high tech futuristic style. Players athletically jump, slide, run, and dash around the arena trying to pass the Protoball through the opponents goal. This is the game you've been waiting for.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a unique and fun concept with fast-paced mechanics that are rewarding to learn and master.
- The developers are very interactive with the community, providing support and responding to feedback, which enhances the overall experience.
- Despite being in early access, the game feels polished and offers a competitive atmosphere that can appeal to fans of arena shooters and sports games.
- The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to find matches or play with friends, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues that hinder gameplay, including problems with controls and matchmaking.
- The game lacks polish in certain areas, such as character models and menus, which can make the experience feel unfinished.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Protoball is characterized by its unique blend of fast-paced arena shooter mechanics and competitive elements, offering a rewarding experience for both new and skilled players. While the tutorial is well-designed and the controls are initially challenging, players find the mechanics addictive and enjoyable, with a strong emphasis on skill development and community engagement. Despite some calls for polish, the game is praised for its innovative concept and engaging gameplay that combines elements from various sports.
“The game scratches all those FPS competitive shooter itches while being entirely unique and different, despite using all your favorite FPS mechanics.”
“The mechanics, the skill curve, the community, every aspect of this game has brought me so much joy.”
“Really fun mechanics, easy to get going and have fun but has a lot of depth.”
“Okay, what can I say about this game? I see a lot of people writing positive reviews and some negative reviews. Let's make a few things clear: yes, this game has potential - maybe, depends on which direction the developers want to take it. From the time I have played the game, I know it says 17 minutes, but I tested all game mechanics and the bells and whistles. It is a decent game at best. The problem is, when I got into it, I thought the resolution was set too low; it wasn't. I see where the gameplay is going as well, a mixture of basketball, soccer, football, and lacrosse - basically Grifball from Halo without the gravity hammers. But in the first match I played, there was one person on the other team and me on the other. The match started and that person left, so not the best start. Overall, the game is decent and it does have potential.”
“Some aspects are consequential to gameplay.”
“Gameplay is a fast-paced low gravity team handball experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users expressing disappointment, particularly in third-person view, while others appreciated the overall quality and UI design. There is hope among players for future improvements in graphics, indicating a desire for enhancement despite the game's strong concept and community engagement.
“The idea is great, the graphics are good, the UI is well done, and the creators are friendly with their community.”
“The graphics in third person are terrible; I’m mind blown at how bad they are.”
“I hope the game gets better graphics and has more players overall; it is a great game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users noting bugs and performance issues, leading to an overall rating of 7/10. However, the developers are responsive to player reports, as evidenced by a quick update that addressed specific performance concerns, enhancing the overall experience in online lobbies.
“I used to have a problem with performance, but once I reported it on the Discord server, a developer contacted me to understand the issue. They released an update the next day that fixed it.”
“The game frequently suffers from frame drops and stuttering, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
“Despite the potential of the game, the optimization is severely lacking, leading to long loading times and crashes on lower-end systems.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding mechanics in the game, highlighting them as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the menus and interfaces are not only uninteresting but also exhibit bugs, indicating a lack of stability in the game's overall user experience.
“The menus and interfaces are uninteresting and buggy.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's monetization approach, noting it prioritizes fun over profit, reminiscent of earlier gaming eras. There is optimism that this focus will continue to enhance the overall experience.
“The monetization in this game is excessive and feels like a cash grab rather than a genuine effort to enhance the player experience.”
“I can't believe how many microtransactions are crammed into this game; it really detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than creating a balanced and enjoyable game.”
