Rugby Champions
- September 5, 2019
- Alternative Software Ltd
Get on Steam"Rugby Champions" is an intense rugby game that brings the thrill of the sport to your fingertips. Its diverse gameplay, slow mode kicking, and slick passing system make for a unique and challenging experience. With advanced AI, detailed statistics, and customizable features, this game is perfect for both casual and hardcore rugby fans.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The gameplay is highly praised for its realism and fluidity, making it one of the best rugby experiences available.
- Customization options are extensive, allowing players to modify teams and players easily, enhancing replayability.
- Despite its basic graphics, the game offers a solid foundation and has received positive feedback for its AI and game mechanics.
- The graphics are outdated and lack polish, which detracts from the overall presentation of the game.
- Controls can be confusing and require a steep learning curve, with no tutorial available to help new players.
- The game is limited in terms of modes, currently only offering a World Cup tournament, which can lead to repetitive gameplay.
- graphics31 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 32 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as outdated and basic, often compared to titles from a decade ago, with many reviewers noting they resemble mobile game visuals. Despite this, players emphasize that the gameplay experience is strong and enjoyable, suggesting that the solid mechanics and customization options compensate for the lackluster graphics. Overall, while the visuals may not impress, the gameplay is deemed engaging enough to warrant a recommendation.
“Do not let the graphics turn you off, give this game a chance and you will be delighted with the gameplay.”
“Finally a rugby game worth investing in, the graphics will come with time but the base of the game is solid with fun gameplay.”
“The graphics are adequate given the price of the game, it is good enough to allow the user at all times to be aware of the action, but it is not at the level of high budget 2019 games.”
“For a game that came out in 2019, the graphics are shocking, and I was expecting to see something like 2010 because that is what the graphics look like.”
“The graphics are very dated and the sound isn't great, but man, they got the feeling of weight and momentum right.”
“The graphics and animations are poor, but the gameplay and the passing system are very good and natural.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its depth, fun mechanics, and organic feel, often considered the best in modern rugby games despite basic graphics and a lack of game modes. While some players note a steep learning curve and clunky AI, many agree that once mastered, the gameplay offers a rewarding experience that compensates for its shortcomings. Overall, it stands out as a solid foundation for future rugby titles, with potential for improvement in team customization and additional competitions.
“The gameplay is awesome and right now that is what this game is all about.”
“In my opinion, it is the best gameplay on a modern rugby game.”
“The gameplay once you get used to the controls is remarkably in depth and actually ebbs and flows depending on how good you are, much closer to the real game than many iterations I have seen to date.”
“Sadly, the gameplay is just too clunky.”
“The set pieces are always a very difficult aspect of the model; most other games use, in my opinion, very annoying mini-games where player skills become irrelevant, and it is all down to mastering this one mini-game. It also tends to ruin gameplay, as once you master it, you can pretty much starve the opposition of possession.”
“The graphics and animations are poor, but the gameplay and the passing system are very good and natural.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is generally considered lacking, with limited sound effects and minimal atmospheric enhancement. While the main menu features some music, players feel that additional audio elements, such as crowd noise and cheering, would significantly improve the experience. Overall, the audio quality has received low ratings, primarily due to its insufficient variety and impact.
“The music in this game really enhances the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is catchy and fits perfectly with the game's theme, making it enjoyable to play.”
“I love how the music changes during key moments, adding excitement and depth to the gameplay.”
“This is an area that I felt is a bit lacking. While there is music in the main menu, in the game there are only limited sound effects, which reduces the atmosphere of the game.”
“For the price of this game, commentary cannot be expected; however, some music or more crowd noise, like cheering after breaks, would add a lot to the game.”
“This game only scores 1 for audio because it has some music, and the music is just okay.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players note that while the graphics may not be exceptional, the game offers a decent level of replayability, encouraging them to return for additional playthroughs.
“The graphics aren't to die for, but the game definitely has some replayability.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally strong, with minimal bugs compared to other recent rugby titles, though some users report occasional game-breaking glitches. Despite these issues, the game is praised for its quality and value, suggesting it sets a high standard for future rugby games.
“Given the quality of this game, it is very much bug-free, whereas every other rugby game released in the past 5 years pretty much needed a patch to make it playable. Great gameplay and a ridiculously inexpensive price (I'd guess that Rugby 20 will cost at least 5 times more). This game deserves a rating of 9/10, and with improvements in a few areas, most notably game modes, this game will set the bar for rugby games going forward.”
“Some glitches, occasionally game-breaking.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced multiple freezes during gameplay, which ruined the experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many users perceive the game's monetization strategy as a cash grab, suggesting that the developers are exploiting the rugby world cup hype for profit rather than delivering a quality gaming experience.
“I made the mistake of looking at the screenshots and the video of the game and writing it off as a cash grab by developers who are trying to cash in on the Rugby World Cup hype.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as lacking, primarily due to limited sound effects during gameplay, which diminishes the overall immersive experience despite the presence of music in the main menu.
“This is an area that I felt is a bit lacking. While there is music in the main menu, in the game there are only limited sound effects, which reduces the atmosphere of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the real-time stats on performance and abilities during matches, though there are concerns regarding their accuracy.
“As matches progress, you get real-time stats on player performances and abilities, which adds a layer of strategy to the game.”
“The optimization of the game's mechanics allows for seamless gameplay, making it easy to focus on strategy rather than technical issues.”
“I appreciate how the game provides detailed analytics that help me refine my approach and improve my performance.”
“As matches progress, you get real-time stats on player performances and abilities, although I question their accuracy.”
“The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.”
“I often encounter performance issues that make it hard to enjoy the game, indicating poor optimization.”
