VideoBall

About

"VideoBall is a real-time strategy game that combines elements of sports like basketball, soccer, and football. Play locally with up to 2 players in split-screen mode or online in exhibition or ranked matches. Customize your experience with various arenas, color palettes, music tracks, and more. You are already a VideoBall character, as it is happening in real-time and is part of our world."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 171 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

VIDEOBALL is an incredibly fun and engaging local multiplayer game that is easy to learn but offers deep mechanics for skilled play.
The game's minimalist design, catchy soundtrack, and humorous presentation create a delightful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
It is highly recommended for parties and gatherings, as it encourages competitive and chaotic gameplay that keeps everyone involved and entertained.

The online multiplayer experience is severely lacking, with a small player base making it difficult to find matches, and the netcode can be problematic.
The arcade mode can feel short and repetitive, and the AI can be frustratingly unpredictable, leading to a less enjoyable single-player experience.
The user interface and menus are poorly designed, making navigation cumbersome and detracting from the overall polish of the game.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The gameplay is praised for its intuitive and smooth mechanics, making it accessible while offering surprising depth, especially in local multiplayer settings. Players appreciate the blend of sports and asteroids gameplay, along with customization options, although some criticize the user interface and overall value. Overall, the game is recognized for its excellent game feel and minimalist design that enhances the multiplayer experience.
- “Gameplay is intuitive and smooth, excellent instant party atmosphere in local multiplayer.”
- “The gameplay is simple and very quickly reveals a surprising amount of nuance.”
- “Great local multiplayer game with surprisingly deep mechanics.”
- “The game itself is well made, local and online multiplayer and all, but the gameplay leaves much to be desired!”
- “Edit: just to clarify, I've been playing the game in local co-op and I've watched several gameplay videos (including Giant Bombs) and my experience just underlined what I was seeing in the videos.”
- “The game mirrors many other sports games while meshing it with Asteroids gameplay.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging quality, effectively capturing a classic video game vibe. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, with well-composed tracks that enhance the overall experience, although some express a desire for more customization options. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's style and enjoyment.
- “A meticulously designed campaign that teaches you all you need to know, and finally a highly specific sense of style in its music and presentation.”
- “The soundtrack is spot on as well.”
- “And also, its soundtrack is pretty decent, with Coda providing incredibly energetic and enjoyable tracks to go along in the background.”
- “I love the humor in it, the soundtrack, the elegant and simple graphics, the concept... but I just did not have fun at all.”
- “The music was composed by someone that surely does this for a job; it's serious.”
- “I wish you could change the main menu music and I wish you could set announcers to randomly switch or alternate between games.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The graphics of Videoball are characterized by a minimalistic design that features clean visuals and vibrant colors, creating an aesthetically pleasing experience that complements the gameplay. While some players appreciate the charming and simple graphics, others criticize them as low quality for a sports game. Overall, the visuals are designed to be accessible, allowing both new and experienced players to enjoy the game without distraction.
- “Everything about it, from the hype gameplay to how each and every sound and graphical choice meshes into this gorgeous blend of wonder, makes something of pure Videoball amazingness!”
- “Tim Rogers has said that Videoball has the best graphics of any game because it’s a perfect 1:1 recreation of Videoball, and I believe him.”
- “Terrible graphics for a low-quality 'sports' game, asteroids meets air hockey.”
- “Aesthetically, it’s asteroids, the sport.”
- “It’s minimalistic design carries on to its aesthetic of popping colors and simple visuals.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is described as charming and unique, with a mix of funny voiceovers and a playful tone that resonates well with some players. However, the humor may not appeal to everyone, and technical issues like lag during online play can detract from the overall experience. Despite its comedic elements, some users felt that the game did not deliver the fun they expected.
- “The sense of humor in the text scrolls and voiced announcer may not land for everyone, but I found it as charming as the visuals are clean.”
- “But then there's the music, or the art, or the hilarious voiceovers.”
- “The game itself evokes the unique humor and personality found in its trailers/promotional material, with its cheesy narrators and constant branding of itself as a digital entertainment sporting good.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but it highlights the positive experience of co-op gameplay in arcade mode's missions, suggesting that the narrative may be enhanced through collaborative play.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is characterized by an intuitive and smooth gameplay experience, particularly enhancing the instant party vibe in local multiplayer settings.
- “The gameplay is intuitive and smooth, creating an excellent instant party atmosphere in local multiplayer.”
- “The game's atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
- “The sound design and visuals work together perfectly to create a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”