Snooker 19

67%
Game Brain Score Based on 374 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • atmosphere
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Never going to really appeal to anyone who isn’t a fan, Snooker 2019 is a decent representation let down by a lack of polish.
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Snooker 19 is a realistic simulation of the popular cue sport, featuring officially licensed tournaments and players. Experience a career mode with challenging AI opponents, or compete online with players around the world. With stunning visuals and realistic physics, it's the most authentic snooker game to date.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

67%
Audience ScoreBased on 374 reviews
graphics23 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • Great snooker game with realistic physics and enjoyable gameplay.
  • Robust career mode that provides a good challenge for players.
  • Officially licensed with real players and tournaments, adding authenticity.
  • Lacks the ability to create a custom player, which limits personalization.
  • AI difficulty is inconsistent, often making it too challenging even on easy settings.
  • Graphics and animations are dated, detracting from the overall experience.
  • graphics63 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the quality of the table and ball visuals while criticizing the outdated and robotic appearance of player models. Many users feel that the graphics do not meet modern standards, especially for a game released in 2019, and express disappointment in the lack of customization options. Overall, while the gameplay is often highlighted as enjoyable, the graphical presentation is seen as a significant area needing improvement.

    • “A really good game, good graphics and play.”
    • “Very nice game... excellent graphics and gameplay... and the challenges are very helpful in learning how to play difficult shots.”
    • “Graphics, the table and balls look fantastic, it's like watching TV; the players not so, they are okay, you can see who they are but aren't brilliant.”
    • “Very poor graphics for 2019 and this price.”
    • “For 2019, the graphics are far too outdated and the players act all robotic and there are no other animations e.g. reactions, celebrations etc. The game clearly has not been developed enough.”
    • “The physics are great and the gameplay is faithful to playing in real life but the visuals are absolutely shocking.”
  • gameplay55 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and realistic physics, making it engaging and rewarding for players. While some users noted issues with graphics and AI, many found the gameplay addictive and immersive, with a good balance of challenge. However, there are calls for improvements in features, controls, and customization options to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Although it isn't a beautifully crafted fully fledged snooker game, the actual important part of the game, the gameplay, is very well done, and feels good to play.”
    • “Great simulation, the physics are pretty decent, nice gameplay and the career mode has depth.”
    • “Really enjoying Snooker 19, very atmospheric and engaging gameplay, ball physics are really good which is the most important part.”
    • “My expectation is that I will get precisely one season of gameplay out of it (given that I'm doing a Jak Jones career, the target is obvious) and then likely never touch the game again.”
    • “This game has good graphics but horrible controls; you can hardly pot any balls with the aiming mechanics and camera view.”
    • “Horrible aiming mechanics; the AI on easy is almost unbeatable, and combined with the aiming mechanic and camera view, it makes for a frustrating experience.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is generally well-received, with users praising the graphics and arena design for creating an engaging environment. However, there are mixed feelings about the sound design, particularly the low crowd noise and inconsistent commentary, which detracts from the overall experience. While the ball physics and gameplay contribute positively to the atmosphere, the lack of immersive audio elements leaves some players wanting more.

    • “They really capture the look and atmosphere.”
    • “Really enjoying Snooker 19, very atmospheric and engaging gameplay; the ball physics are really good, which is the most important part.”
    • “The tournament atmosphere is good.”
    • “The crowd sounds are very low - no atmosphere.”
    • “There didn't seem to be any atmosphere to the game, with the commentary being very spasmodic.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, unresponsive controls, and significant performance issues such as glitches and frame rate drops, particularly following a recent update. Additionally, the port to Android has not alleviated these problems, leading to further frustration among players.

    • “Awful, buggy; it doesn't respond to shots when you click the mouse. It has a mind of its own at times.”
    • “An update in May or June resulted in glitches, disconnects, and a sudden choppy frame rate.”
    • “They ported the same buggy game to Android.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with users reporting frustrating stuttering and freezing issues on PC, particularly affecting gameplay and content creation. While controls are generally well-optimized for controllers and function adequately with mouse and keyboard, the locked 61fps cap and performance problems remain significant concerns that need addressing.

    • “The controls are optimized for controllers, but they work fine with mouse and keyboard as well.”
    • “The game's performance is impressive, with seamless optimization that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game for various hardware setups, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
    • “Stuttering and freezing; I'm not sure if it's my personal system.”
    • “I love this game, but they need to fix the stuttering issue on PC. It's very frustrating when trying to create YouTube videos.”
    • “Can you fix the in-game stuttering gameplay and the locked 61fps?”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to unskippable AI turns that can prolong gameplay and lead to fatigue during extended sessions. While not excessively slow, the repetitive nature of these elements can detract from the overall experience.

    • “Games can be long and tedious, especially when the AI is taking a turn.”
    • “Not terribly slow, but can get a little tedious after a long play session.”
    • “Unskippable AI shots could become tedious after a while.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many users expressing disappointment over its perceived exploitative practices.

    • “An obvious cash grab.”
    • “Scummy cash grab of a game.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is often questioned, with players expressing confusion about its comedic elements and finding them lacking or unfunny. Overall, the humor seems to miss the mark for many users.

  • music1 mentions

    The music for the starting screen has received negative feedback, with users expressing strong dislike for the choice of a screamer track.

    • “Whoever decided to make screamer music for the starting screen, you should know - I hate you.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks any real creativity, making it a chore to listen to.”
    • “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere at all.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is enjoyable, particularly for fans of snooker, as it offers a fun experience when played with friends.

    • “Good fun with mates, and if you're actually into snooker, then it is a lot of fun to play through the 'story'.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, as it allows them to choose from all major pro characters, enabling them to enjoy the experience with their favorite character multiple times.

    • “All major pro characters are playable, so you can enjoy the game with your favorite character.”
    • “The variety of choices and paths keeps the gameplay fresh, encouraging multiple playthroughs.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put the game down.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
    • “The gameplay becomes repetitive after the first playthrough, diminishing any desire to replay.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express disappointment in the game's emotional impact, citing underwhelming animations and awkward character designs that detract from immersion. The AI's behavior, particularly in crucial moments, further diminishes the emotional engagement, leading to a lack of connection with the gameplay experience.

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Critic Reviews

64% average critic score

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Play time

12hMedian play time
25hAverage play time
3-23hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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