Swing Dunk

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Swing Dunk is a single player and multiplayer casual racing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Bucketplay Inc. and was released on September 15, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Swing Dunk is a Sci-Fi Sports game based on basketball. The game has up to four players assigned to each of the two teams, using Hoverboards to shoot the ball into their opponent's basket. The game includes single-player and multiplayer modes which can be played both locally and online.

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gameplay14 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game is very fun and enjoyable, especially when played with friends.
It features unique mechanics that provide a satisfying challenge and a high skill ceiling.
The graphics and controls are smooth, making for an engaging gameplay experience.

The player base is very low, resulting in most matches being against bots, which can be frustrating.
The AI is often unhelpful and can hinder gameplay, making it difficult for new players to enjoy the game.
There are numerous technical issues, including network errors and slow gameplay, which detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, offering a unique and challenging experience, particularly in multiplayer settings. However, many players express frustration with slow pacing, clunky controls, and the prevalence of AI opponents due to low player counts, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, the game is noted for its smooth mechanics and potential for fun, especially when played with friends.
- “Brilliant concept and unique control mechanics that set it apart from the crowd.”
- “The game's intuitive mechanics, which involve skillfully swinging the duck through obstacles, offer a satisfying challenge that brings out the adventurer in all who dare to play.”
- “Great game, amazing gameplay, very fun especially with friends.”
- “Slow gameplay.”
- “It's quite fun, but the AI does not play the ball to you. I played some games (there were only AI), and mechanics such as shooting a normal ball are really hard.”
- “Gameplay is so slow; please make it faster.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Swing Duck are praised for their vibrant artwork and clean design, creating an imaginative and visually appealing experience. Players also appreciate the smooth controls that complement the overall graphical quality.
- “From the moment one lays eyes upon Swing Duck's vibrant artwork, a world of imagination unfurls before them.”
- “Very clean gameplay and graphics.”
- “Super fun and smooth controls, and great graphics.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract significantly from the overall enjoyment and potential of the experience.
- “The whole game is a giant buggy mess that takes all the fun out of what could have been a simple game with potential.”
- “Frequent crashes and glitches make it nearly unplayable, ruining the overall experience.”
- “I encountered so many bugs that I lost track; it feels like the game was released without proper testing.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it very funny and enjoyable, although some note a lack of a larger player base.
- “Very good game, great mechanics, and it's very funny!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is criticized as a cash grab typical of free-to-play games, relying heavily on constant updates and advertising, with some users expressing concerns about potential pay-to-win elements.
- “It's the worst of the cash grab free-to-play game features (short of pay-to-win setups).”
- “The developer just has to keep updating and advertising.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by a joyful and uplifting soundtrack, exemplified by the cheerful chirping of a duck, which enhances the overall experience of shared moments with friends and family.
- “The jubilant chirping of the duck as it soars through the air serves as a harmonious soundtrack to the mirthful moments shared with friends and family.”