Spaceball

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Spaceball is a single player and multiplayer arcade sport game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Intergalactic Education LLC and was released on March 9, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Did you ever wonder what sports would be like in space? This dynamic multiplayer game will have you on the edge of your seat for hours to come! Mixing elements of rugby with the low gravity of the moon, you can work as a team to score goals against your opponents. Tackle, grapple, and shoot your way to victory!

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Spaceball offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience, especially when played with friends, making it a great choice for casual gaming sessions.
The game features a simple yet enjoyable visual style, with entertaining sound effects and quirky mechanics that add to the overall charm.
Despite its flaws, many players find the game hilariously entertaining, often enjoying the bugs and glitches as part of the experience.

The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, including lag and poor physics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
There is a lack of meaningful single-player content and a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches or engage in the intended multiplayer experience.
The graphics and overall polish are subpar, leading to a perception of the game as low quality, which may turn off potential players.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as low-quality, stylized, and cartoonish, reminiscent of poorly optimized low poly designs. While some players appreciate the artistic style, others find the visuals lacking and glitchy, detracting from the overall gaming experience. Overall, the game's graphics do not meet the high standards expected for a top title on Steam.
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and to be considered one of the best games on Steam, the graphics have to be some of the best on Steam.”
- “Absolute artwork of a game.”
- “It presents the best gameplay mechanics and graphics.”
- “This was a very badly made attempt to create a 'red vs blue' sports game, think Rocket League with zero optimizations, no cars, and really poor graphics and game physics.”
- “On the important subject of visuals, this features fairly low quality stylized/cartoony low poly 3D graphics.”
- “The gameplay was glitchy and the graphics were made in Scratch.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users noting significant issues such as clunky mechanics, bugs, and lag, which detract from the overall experience. However, some players appreciate the game's quirky and humorous elements, suggesting that its bizarre environments and sounds provide a unique charm despite the technical shortcomings. Overall, while the game shows potential, its current execution leaves much to be desired.
- “But where this game shines is that it's hilarious; the gameplay is a bit quirky, but mostly the sounds and environments are absolutely bizarre and wacky.”
- “The gameplay holds many twists and quirks.”
- “It presents the best gameplay mechanics and graphics.”
- “Nobody plays this game... sadly, but the mechanics are wonky and laggy. It's sad this game has potential.”
- “I mean, it's really buggy, and gameplay is very clunky.”
- “The gameplay was glitchy and the graphics were made in scratch.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with multiple users reporting significant bugs and clunky gameplay that detracts from the overall experience. Common issues include camera glitches and inconsistent mechanics, leading to frustration among players. While some enjoy the concept, the frequent technical problems overshadow the enjoyment.
- “I mean, it's really buggy, and gameplay is very clunky.”
- “Your game is so unbelievably buggy that I'm amazed you had the gall to put it out.”
- “It's an okay game, really buggy at times and certainly lacking in many features.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy initially planned by the developer involved toxic microtransactions, but they ultimately decided against implementing it, indicating a lack of commitment to this approach.
- “The developer intended to charge for this through toxic microtransactions if it ever left early access, but they just couldn't be bothered.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with essential features locked behind paywalls.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great marred by aggressive monetization tactics.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as "hilariously awful," with players finding amusement in its flaws and the reactions of reviewers who expect a polished experience. While some enjoy the comedic aspects, they also acknowledge that the game is not meant to be taken seriously.
- “This game is hilariously awful.”
- “Hilarious to see how many reviewers fail to understand development and expect a polished game or give a negative review.”
- “I thought it was hilarious to play, but I would not unironically touch this.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely dependent on player interactions rather than traditional narrative elements, which some reviewers found lacking. The campaign offers extensive gameplay, lasting over 70 hours, with side quests that can significantly extend the experience.
- “The campaign can last over 70 hours, and with the side quests, it can take an incredible amount of time to complete.”
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
- “The campaign can last over 70 hours; with the side quests, it can feel like an eternity to complete.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while it can foster deeper connections and engagement, the lack of progress saving after significant effort can lead to frustration and disappointment.
- “I spent 2 hours grinding 600 points in a single game, and it didn't save. A true letdown from my favorite game, but oh well, such is spaceball.”
- “Over the course of 2 hours, as my friend was grinding to try and get on the high score list, we got to know each other more deeply and passionately than ever before.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The music in the game is generally well-received but is criticized for being excessively loud, particularly when approaching the enemy goal, which hampers communication among players.
- “When you approach the enemy goal with the ball, the music gets progressively louder, making communication with friends impossible.”