StreetStep: 21st Century Basketball
- April 19, 2023
- Melko Game Club
"StreetStep: 21st Century Basketball" is a fast-paced and frantic 3 on 3 College Basketball game, where players can shoot from downtown or take it to the paint for a showstopping dunk. The game features eight unique teams, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, and supports both Xinput and keyboard input. Players can take on friends or challenging CPUs in head-to-head action, and can also compete in a challenging arcade-style gauntlet. The game is available on Windows 7 and above.
Reviews
- The game features amazing pixel visuals and great sound design, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- It's a fun and simple arcade basketball game that is highly addictive, especially when played with friends.
- The game has a unique charm and offers a good experience for casual play, making it a great way to unwind after school or work.
- The AI is often unresponsive and can make the game feel like a 1v3, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- There is a lack of content and options, such as customizable controls and game modes, which limits replayability.
- The steal mechanic can be frustrating, as it often leads to random outcomes and quick turnovers, detracting from the overall gameplay.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that make it accessible and enjoyable for casual play, particularly in multiplayer settings. However, players express frustration with the steal mechanic, which feels overly simplistic and leads to frequent turnovers. While the game has charm and some strategic depth, many feel it lacks sufficient content and complexity to maintain long-term interest.
“All my gripes with the single player experience aside, I think it's still fun and would be a great game to play with a friend or pass the controller around at a group event as its simple mechanics make it quite easy to pick up and play.”
“I've been wanting some updated arcade sports titles and I saw this one was coming out. It has a nice charm to it and there is some decent strategy under the hood, but if an update arises in the future adding a bit more, I will definitely give it another go.”
“On the gameplay side, I feel like I get my passes stolen too easily, but I've also only just started getting the hang of it.”
“By far my biggest complaint is the steal mechanic in general as what it actually does is simply knock the ball out of your opponent's hand.”
“I've been wanting some updated arcade sports titles and I saw this one was coming out; sadly, the game doesn't have enough content, deep enough gameplay mechanics, or modes to keep me interested. Don't get me wrong, it has a nice charm to it and there is some decent strategy under the hood, but if an update arises in the future adding in a tad more, I will definitely give it another go.”
“On the gameplay side, I feel like I get my passes stolen too easily... but I've also only just started getting the hang of it.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stunning pixel visuals, reminiscent of classic arcade games, creating a nostalgic and vibrant aesthetic.
“Amazing pixel visuals, looks like it hopped straight out of an arcade.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a strong emphasis on player choice, allowing for a personalized and engaging auditory experience.
“Music is a choice!”