Rugby League Team Manager 3
- May 28, 2020
- Alternative Software Ltd
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamRugby League Team Manager 3 is a rugby union management simulation game. Players can build and manage their own rugby league team, controlling various aspects including finances, sponsorships, player transfers, and match day tactics. The game features official league and club competitions, as well as a global transfer market and realistic 3D match engine. The ultimate goal is to lead your team to success and dominate the rugby league world.
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Reviews
- The game is a significant improvement over previous versions, with a well-designed user interface and enjoyable gameplay for rugby league fans.
- It features real team and player names, regular updates, and a detailed management system that captures the essence of rugby league.
- The developers are responsive to user feedback and actively work on fixing bugs and improving the game, making it a promising option for fans of the genre.
- Many players experience issues with the 3D match engine, including visual bugs and unrealistic gameplay scenarios that detract from the overall experience.
- The user interface can be clunky and slow, making navigation frustrating, especially when managing player transfers and team selections.
- There are significant bugs and missing features, such as a poor scouting system and lack of proper licensing for certain teams, which can lead to a less immersive experience.
- graphics14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game show noticeable improvements over the previous iteration, with a great graphical interface and match engine, but they still fall short of AAA game standards. While some players find the visuals acceptable, others criticize them as poor and lacking essential quality of life features. Overall, the graphics are a mixed bag, with some enhancements but still significant room for improvement.
“Player detailing and the graphics are much improved from the last iteration.”
“Great graphical interface and match engine.”
“The graphics are also totally okay, maybe even better than their football counterpart.”
“The graphics aren't as good as you'd get in a AAA game.”
“I understand that the graphics in these games are a vague representation of the algorithm, but this game is terrible.”
“Graphics are, however, an improvement; still very, very poor!”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally well-received for its depth and immersive matchday experience, akin to popular management games, but it suffers from significant issues such as frequent save file losses and choppy performance on lower-end systems. Users note that the manual lacks comprehensive guidance, making the gameplay feel more complex than initially expected. Additionally, the audio quality is criticized as dull, and the game appears to favor certain leagues, which may affect overall enjoyment.
“Very detailed game; you need a powerful computer/laptop to run it because the actual gameplay can be slow with a slower PC.”
“It has a nice flowing user interface and the menus aren't an eyesore to navigate. The gameplay on matchday is immense, and you can feel the full experience on the touchline just like FM.”
“The gameplay is choppy, so I've had to set the game to 'very low' quality in the settings.”
“Very detailed game, but you need a powerful computer or laptop to run it because the actual gameplay can be slow on a slower PC.”
“The manual only describes the most basic gameplay, so the game is actually more in-depth than you realize at first.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent game freezes and crashes occurring every hour, despite hopes that these glitches would be resolved over time.
“Every hour the game freezes and crashes.”
“I am a big NRL fan and like management sims in general, and I waited years to buy this as I wanted it to have a chance to fix glitches.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game's glitches and unexpected moments, such as players forming huddles while tries are scored or defenders failing to chase down attackers. While these occurrences can be amusing, they highlight a disconnect between the game's intended seriousness and its comedic outcomes, making the experience more entertaining than frustrating. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted element to gameplay, despite the game's design not aiming for comedy.
“In my first game of the season, I had the following: 11 players all threw themselves into a big pile while the opposition scored. My team kicked twice into the in-goal, no one chased it, the defenders stopped, but both times I somehow scored. A prop forward twice ran 90 meters to score with the world's best fullback jogging along in his back pocket without attempting a tackle. A fullback three times ran 100 meters to score with no one chasing or attempting a tackle. Both teams formed separate huddles on the halfway line and stood there waving their arms, but somehow while this was happening, a try was scored... that bit was actually funny, but the game is not supposed to be a comedy.”
“Some matches will glitch here and there, but it's more funny than annoying.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be realistic and engaging, though some note that certain tasks, like searches, can become tedious due to the lack of saved criteria. Overall, the experience is seen as manageable without being overly burdensome.
“Searches are tedious, with no saved criteria.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been noted as inconsistent, with some players experiencing performance issues, such as slow character speeds, while others report standout performances despite these limitations. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly among different users.
