Spikair Volleyball
- February 6, 2023
- Le Jo
- 9h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Spikair Volleyball" is an action-packed volleyball game that can be played with a controller or keyboard and mouse. The current alpha version supports local multiplayer for 2v2 matches using one controller and one keyboard + mouse. It offers a challenging experience and the developers welcome feedback to help improve the game. Join the community by wishlisting the game on Steam and sign up for updates at [email protected].
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Reviews
- The gameplay is fun, easy to learn, and offers a good balance of challenge, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
- The graphics and art style are charming, contributing to an engaging overall experience.
- The game has a solid foundation with potential for future updates, and the developer is responsive to player feedback.
- Currently, there is a lack of content and features, such as a story mode or online multiplayer, which makes the game feel repetitive over time.
- The price point is considered high for the amount of content available, leading some players to feel it is not worth the investment at this stage.
- There are technical issues, including optimization problems and bugs that affect gameplay, which need to be addressed.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 16 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its fun, dynamic mechanics and engaging volleyball experience, making it enjoyable even for those who typically don't play sports games. While the core gameplay is rewarding and easy to learn, some users noted a need for clearer explanations of certain mechanics. Continuous updates and a charming art style further enhance the overall experience, though a bit of polish is still desired.
“Besides the flawless graphics, the gameplay is amazing.”
“I’ve never seen anything like it in terms of gameplay—it’s the first volleyball game I’ve genuinely enjoyed.”
“The core gameplay is very fun to learn and play with.”
“The explanation text in 'My Club' is confusing and doesn't teach the mechanics.”
“Gameplay is easy to learn.”
“If you are still unsure about the game, search for a video on Twitch that shows you the gameplay and current state of the game as of 06.02.2023.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their flawless execution, charming art style, and effective sound design, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. However, some users noted that the graphics could be improved, and there are concerns about performance on lower-end PCs.
“Besides the flawless graphics, the gameplay is amazing.”
“I also love the graphics and sound design of this game; it's distinct and all works well with each other!”
“Really fun and dynamic feel to the gameplay with a super charming art style.”
“Low-end PC graphics (well animated too)”
“But this simple, pixel 2D-based game will kill your graphics card.”
“Graphics could be better.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a desire for a more developed story mode, as players feel the game lacks narrative depth and would benefit from additional content, such as character-driven storylines and player recruitment mechanics. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of a story mode is a notable drawback for many users.
“No story mode or anything.”
“Please make a story mode.”
“Hope we get a little more content, maybe online or story mode?”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in career mode somewhat tedious, as many matches can feel repetitive; however, they note that the difficulty spikes have improved compared to earlier versions of the game.
“Grinding in career mode can feel tedious at times, with some matches feeling repetitive.”
“The grinding aspect can become monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the difficulty spikes have improved, the overall grind can still be exhausting.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the stability of the game is problematic, with significant bugs affecting gameplay, particularly in the volleyball mode of Nintendo Switch Sports.
“I tried to find so many volleyball games; the closest, unfortunately, was Nintendo Switch Sports... and that's so buggy.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as exciting, enhancing the overall experience and engagement for players.
“The music is exciting and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music evolves with the game, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players noting it as a significant factor that enhances their overall experience, particularly in volleyball games.
“The atmosphere of the game is awesome, which is a big deal breaker for me when I play volleyball games.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting that the blockouts are especially funny and contribute to the overall comedic experience.
“The blockouts are absolutely hilarious!”
“I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue throughout the game.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever puns and funny character interactions.”
