SlamIt Pinball Big Score

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SlamIt Pinball Big Score is a single player action game. It was developed by Technetium Games and was released on February 23, 2009. It received negative reviews from players.

"SlamIt Pinball Big Score" is a thrilling pinball game with a crime-themed story, featuring 12 main modes and 8 mini-modes. Players can compete with up to three others, stealing points and achievements in the fight for the big score. The game includes unique "extra features" that add excitement to the regular modes and mini-modes.

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25%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic feel and is reminiscent of classic pinball tables, with decent graphics and sound effects.
When it works, the game offers enjoyable gameplay with interesting objectives and a unique nudging mechanic.
Some players have reported smooth performance on specific systems, indicating that it can be a fun experience for those who can get it running.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, making it unplayable for many users on modern systems.
It only features one table, which can lead to a lack of content and replayability compared to other pinball games.
Configuration issues and poor controller support can result in frustrating experiences, with many players unable to get the game to run at all.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as poor and unplayable, particularly noting issues with visibility and frame rate. However, others appreciate the decent artwork and fun themes, suggesting that while the graphics may not be perfect, they have some redeeming qualities. Overall, the consensus indicates that the graphics are a significant drawback, despite some positive elements.
- “The theme is fun and the graphics are good.”
- “Graphics look nice... that's the only good thing I can say for it.”
- “The artwork is decent, and there is a good mix of standard and gimmicky shots.”
- “The graphics are really poor; so bad I can't see the ball. When you do see the ball, it's jumping 100 pixels at a time, not rolling.”
- “Even with the patch, the frame rate and graphics quality are not worth the effort. At least it is playable, as the version on Steam out of the box is not playable.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes occurring during controller selection and game loading, leading to black screens and desktop returns. Users report persistent bugs across different operating systems, indicating a lack of proper testing and quality assurance before release. Overall, the game's stability is described as severely lacking, rendering it nearly unplayable.
- “Controller support is so buggy that the game crashes while selecting it.”
- “Upon clicking the game to load, the screen goes black, then it freezes and returns me to my desktop.”
- “This is a buggy, broken game that should never have been allowed on Steam.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The story revolves around a classic police versus criminals narrative, featuring a series of engaging missions that guide players through various intense scenarios, including preparation, theft, and pursuit. With 12 main modes and 8 mini-modes, players experience a dynamic and action-packed journey towards achieving a significant heist.
- “The big score is based around a classic story of police vs. criminals in a fight for a big score.”
- “Twelve modes and eight mini-modes will guide you through the intense story where you will prepare, practice, steal, fight, chase, break in, arrest, run, and finally try to make your one chance for a big score.”
- “The story feels like a tired rehash of the classic police vs. criminals trope, lacking any fresh perspective.”
- “Despite having 12 modes and 8 mini-modes, the narrative fails to engage, making the intense story feel more like a checklist of actions than a cohesive experience.”
- “The plot is overly simplistic and predictable, leaving little room for character development or meaningful choices.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted by its intentionally poor voice acting, which leaves a lasting impression and elicits smiles long after playing. Additionally, the overall aesthetic and sound design contribute positively to the experience, enhancing the comedic elements.
- “The voice acting is so hilariously bad that you think about it days later and smile.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment feel light-hearted and fun.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant lag issues even on high-end hardware, including an 8-core AMD processor and a Radeon 6970 graphics card, indicating poor optimization for the game.
- “Weird lag abounds, and this is on an 8-core AMD Sledgehammer processor at 4.2 GHz and a Radeon 6970 with 2 GB of video RAM (system RAM is overclocked, high-performance DDR3, 16 GB).”