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 fun and feels realistic, with smooth passing and good AI that reacts intelligently during matches.
- Despite the outdated graphics, the game offers great replayability and customization options, allowing players to modify teams and players easily.
- The game has a solid foundation with a good match engine, making it one of the best rugby games available, especially considering its price.
- The controls are confusing and have a steep learning curve, with no tutorial available to help new players understand the mechanics.
- Graphics are subpar and feel dated, which detracts from the overall presentation of the game.
- The game lacks variety in modes, currently offering only a World Cup tournament, which can lead to repetitive gameplay.
- graphics30 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 37 % 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The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as outdated and basic, often compared to titles from a decade ago, with many reviewers noting they resemble mobile game visuals.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 appreciate the solid gameplay mechanics and realistic match flow, suggesting that the focus on gameplay compensates for the graphical shortcomings. Overall, while the graphics are functional, they are not a highlight, and many players believe improvements could enhance the overall experience in future updates.
“I do like the basic but polished graphics; the stats are cool and squad management is easy.”
“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.”
“Finally, a rugby game worth investing in; the graphics will come with time, but the base of the game is solid with fun gameplay.”
“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.”
“Graphics are functional, but outdated.”
“The graphics and animations are poor, but the gameplay and the passing system are very good and natural.”
- gameplay27 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its depth and fun factor, with many reviewers noting that it compensates for the game's poor graphics and lack of licensed teams. While the controls may have a steep learning curve and the AI could be improved, the organic feel and engaging mechanics make it one of the best rugby games available. Players appreciate the customization options and the absence of frustrating mini-games, highlighting the gameplay as a solid foundation for future improvements.
“Not many options in terms of game modes, but the gameplay is so good it never gets boring.”
“The gameplay is fun and much improved from recent years' attempts; given that the game is developed by a two-man team, you have to take your hat off to them.”
“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. It 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 in the game is generally considered lacking, with only limited sound effects present during gameplay, which diminishes the overall atmosphere. While the main menu features some music, players feel that additional audio elements, such as crowd noise and cheering, would significantly enhance the experience. Overall, the audio quality has received low ratings, primarily due to its minimalistic approach.
“The music in this game is enjoyable and adds a nice touch to the overall experience.”
“While the game lacks extensive audio commentary, the existing music and crowd noise could enhance the atmosphere significantly.”
“The soundtrack is decent and complements the gameplay well.”
“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
Users note that while the graphics may not be exceptional, the game offers a decent level of replayability, suggesting that players may find value in revisiting the experience.
“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 praised, with most users noting it is relatively bug-free compared to other recent rugby titles, though some glitches can be game-breaking. Despite these issues, the gameplay experience is considered strong, contributing to a positive reception.
“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 mechanics allows for smoother gameplay and a more engaging experience.”
“I appreciate how the game balances performance and visuals, ensuring that even lower-end systems can run it effectively.”
“As matches progress, you get real-time stats on player performances and abilities, although I question their accuracy.”
“The game's optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during intense moments.”
“Despite the potential for great gameplay, the poor optimization results in long loading times and crashes that ruin the experience.”
