Score! Hero
- August 5, 2015
- First Touch Games
"Score! Hero" is a soccer game where you control the actions of your player, passing, shooting, and scoring your way through 460 levels. The game features 3D graphics and immersive gameplay, allowing you to bend shots and split defenses with precise controls for a challenging and engaging mobile soccer experience. The goal is to guide your hero player to legendary status.
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and an engaging storyline.
- The gameplay is fun and offers a unique twist on traditional football games.
- The game allows for strategic thinking and planning in passing and shooting.
- The AI teammates often make poor decisions, running into defenders or out of bounds.
- The goalkeeper is overly powerful, making it nearly impossible to score in certain situations.
- The energy system is frustrating, requiring long wait times to play again after losing hearts.
- graphics121 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as "top-notch" and "amazing," contributing to an immersive experience. However, some users express dissatisfaction, noting issues like blurriness, jankiness, and a decline in quality after updates. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered a strong point, there are calls for improvements and a return to previous versions that were better received.
“The graphics are top-notch, adding to the immersive experience.”
“The intuitive controls make it easy to immerse yourself in the game, while the well-designed graphics add to the overall enjoyment.”
“The graphics are very good and it looks so real.”
“First of all, the graphics are so bad, and if I lose a pass, I would have to pay money or lose a heart. Also, everything you want, you have to pay for it, like hair... even they choose for you everything: your hair, your number, your t-shirt, even your boots.”
“The worst part is the laggy graphics, and the energy bar is just as bad.”
“The update ruined the graphics, the controls, and the gameplay.”
- monetization112 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay and the pressure to make in-app purchases to progress. Many users feel that the game is designed primarily to generate revenue through ads and microtransactions, often leading to a "pay-to-win" experience. The lack of options to remove ads or earn in-game currency without watching numerous ads has further contributed to the dissatisfaction, making the overall experience feel more like a cash grab than a fun game.
“So far it's going well; no ads or anything like that, but the graphics are blurry. Maybe it's the network, but it's a great game.”
“It also stuffs your face with microtransactions, but they aren't necessary to play.”
“There are microtransactions though, so that's the important thing!”
“The most annoying thing(s) are ads, that last much longer than the game itself and finally the game becomes boring to play. Also, it's bad that you can't save previous goals and without enough money you have to start a whole level again. So, 1 star from me because of this never-ending, upsetting ads.”
“It's obviously designed like this to make you either watch ads or buy in-app purchases.”
“You'll spend more time watching ads than playing the game anyway, so I guess the gameplay isn't too important to the developers. It's all about that ad revenue.”
- gameplay95 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its fun mechanics and engaging concept, but expressing frustration over issues such as poor AI, unrealistic player behavior, and a restrictive energy system that hampers enjoyment. While some users appreciate the graphics and smooth controls, others find the gameplay tedious and riddled with bugs, leading to a disappointing experience overall. The consensus suggests that while the game has potential, significant improvements are needed to address the numerous gameplay flaws.
“Score Hero offers an engaging gameplay experience with its innovative mechanics and challenging levels.”
“Overall it's fun, definitely worth your time but it will annoy at times with its few gameplay hiccups.”
“The core mechanic, swiping the path for the ball, is really fun and works well.”
“Terrible, the gameplay is atrocious, the fact that you get lives (hearts) in a game with awful depth perception.”
“The gameplay is now awful, ruined and incredibly frustrating.”
“The game was fun in the beginning, but as you reach higher levels it becomes so frustrating ... most of the time you can't even kick the ball because the opponent is right in front of you.”
- story32 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative and the way it integrates with gameplay. However, many users express frustration with the lack of clarity regarding mission objectives and the overwhelming difficulty posed by AI, particularly goalkeepers and teammates. While the storyline adds depth to the experience, issues with gameplay mechanics and AI behavior detract from the overall enjoyment.
“The game feels very rewarding and fun to unlock the story.”
“Love the commentating and storyline.”
“This is a fantastic game for football lovers... the various stages with ups and downs in the career make it very realistic, its storyline has been fantastic throughout.”
“I get that it plays out like a story, but the story has so few options that it ruins the game completely.”
“The storyline adds a little extra to the game, but not much.”
“If you could sign a keeper from this game in real life, you'd never lose a match. The AI will challenge for balls while your players just watch. Being a story, I know if I'm reaching a final or winning the league before I've even played the game, and being forced to move clubs I'd like to stay at is also annoying.”
- stability25 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to numerous glitches, stutters, and freezes that significantly hinder gameplay, making it unplayable for some users. Many players report frustrating AI behavior and issues with character customization, which detract from the overall experience. While the game shows potential and enjoyment, the persistent bugs and performance issues need urgent attention from the developers to improve stability.
“Stutters, freezes, completely unplayable for some reason.”
“However, the glitches are infuriating!”
“The first 10-20 levels are easy but then the glitches come in thick and fast, the CPU will run out of play for no reason or your perfectly aimed pass will be headed away.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, with repetitive tasks and predetermined routes that diminish enjoyment over time. Many reviewers express frustration with the lack of checkpoints and the feeling that the gameplay is designed to push players towards microtransactions. Overall, while the game starts off engaging, it quickly becomes a monotonous grind.
“Even if you have scored a goal, you have to score it again - ridiculously grinding.”
“Which is very, very tedious.”
“The devs have made the gameplay as tedious as possible to try and sell their microtransactions.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has faced significant issues, particularly after the last update, leading to noticeable performance problems such as stuttering animations for players, including the goalkeeper. Users are calling for improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
“The optimization in this game has significantly improved my overall experience, making gameplay smoother and more enjoyable.”
“I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it runs much better after the latest updates.”
“The recent optimizations have really enhanced the game's performance, allowing for a more seamless experience.”
“On the last update, performance was severely impacted.”
“The goalkeeper will literally move in a stuttering way.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally impactful, with some expressing that it has left them feeling broken after completing all levels. Despite its fun and addictive nature, the emotional weight of the narrative, particularly in relation to international trophies, adds a layer of heartbreak that resonates with users. However, the poor graphics quality detracts from the overall experience.
“I have finished the game (all 800 levels). It's fun and addicting, but I think it broke me emotionally.”
“The graphics are terrible quality, and it feels like there always has to be a heartbreaking story for international trophies.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's humor stems from its unrealistic mechanics, leading to amusing situations like players making silly mistakes and unexpected free hits. The lightheartedness is further enhanced by quirky achievements, such as accumulating an absurd number of stars, adding to the overall fun experience.
“The game is fun, but so unrealistic at the same time that it's funny.”
“The players tend to make some silly first touches and run into the opponents' feet, stopping at such moments and expecting you to shoot or pass. The funny thing is, in these situations, you are often given a free hit to try again.”
“The funny thing is my Google achievements showed I have 180 stars!”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally appreciated, providing a pleasant background ambiance; however, some users express a desire for more interactive features, such as the ability to choose songs or input player names, which could enhance the overall experience.
“The music in this game really enhances the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“I love how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic and memorable.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and exciting, adding a unique flair to each level.”
“It's not supportive after the 3rd level; it asks for the player's name, but I can't input the name—just the music is playing in the background.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highly praised, with players noting that it becomes increasingly engaging as they advance through the game, facing more thrilling challenges along the way.
“The character development is fantastic, and as you progress to higher levels, the challenges become more thrilling.”
“The depth of character arcs is impressive, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations becoming clearer as you play.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's strong replayability, often driven by curiosity and experimentation, as they enjoy exploring different outcomes and scenarios with the question, "I wonder what would happen if I...".
“The game offers endless possibilities, encouraging you to explore different strategies and outcomes each time you play.”
“With multiple endings and varied character choices, every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“It makes for a fun 'I wonder what would happen if I...' replayability.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally praised for its quality, though some users feel it could be enhanced with improved graphics and storytelling elements.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
“Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”