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VIDEOBALL

Videoball is a frenetic but tactical electronic sport
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84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
replayability
89% User Score Based on 178 reviews
Critic Score 78%Based on 9 reviews

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VIDEOBALL is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by Action Button Entertainment, LLC and was released on July 12, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"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."

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews
gameplay10 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • VIDEOBALL is an incredibly fun local multiplayer game that is easy to learn but difficult to master, making it perfect for parties and gatherings.
  • The game features a unique blend of simple mechanics and deep strategy, allowing for intense and engaging gameplay that keeps players coming back for more.
  • The visuals and soundtrack are delightful, enhancing the overall experience and making matches exciting and enjoyable.
  • 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 become repetitive and frustrating, especially with AI that can be obnoxious and unhelpful during gameplay.
  • There are issues with the user interface and controls, including a lack of a quit button and limited customization options for keyboard players.
  • gameplay
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its intuitive and smooth mechanics, making it accessible for players while offering surprising depth, especially in local multiplayer settings. Many reviews highlight the game's minimalist design and customization options, contributing to a fun and engaging experience, though some note that the user interface could be improved and that replay value may be limited without additional variations. Overall, it is considered a well-crafted game that balances simplicity with emergent complexity.

    • “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+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
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players highlighting the energetic and meticulously crafted soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate its classic video game vibe and the quality of composition, noting that it significantly contributes to the game's style and enjoyment. However, some players expressed a desire for more customization options regarding the music and sound settings.

    • “The soundtrack rules; it's the perfect distillation of a classic video game vibe.”
    • “The music was composed by someone who surely does this for a job; it's serious.”
    • “I mainly find myself playing for the soundtrack at this point.”
    • “I love the humor in it, the soundtrack, the elegant and simple graphics, the concept... but I just did not have fun at all.”
    • “I wish you could change the main menu music and I wish you could set announcers to randomly switch or alternate between games.”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 and enjoyable for both new and experienced players, enhancing the competitive atmosphere without overshadowing the gameplay.

    • “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

    The humor in the game is described as charming and unique, featuring a mix of witty text, engaging voiceovers, and a playful tone that resonates with some players. However, its appeal may vary, as not everyone finds the humor effective, and technical issues like lag can detract from the experience, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, while the game captures a distinct comedic style reminiscent of its promotional material, it may not deliver consistent enjoyment for all players.

    • “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.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by an intuitive and smooth gameplay experience, particularly highlighted in local multiplayer settings, which fosters an excellent party vibe.

    • “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 world with stunning visuals and captivating sound design.”
    • “Every corner of the environment feels alive, contributing to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you hooked.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players feel that the basic gameplay offers limited fun beyond a few rounds, indicating a need for more variations to enhance replayability.

    • “Basic gameplay only stays fun for not much more than a few rounds at a time; it could use additional variations besides the available options to extend replay value.”
    • “After completing the main story, there isn't much incentive to play again, as the side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage multiple playthroughs, making it feel like a one-and-done experience.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be deeply emotional, often experiencing joy and even tears, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.

    • “Amazing gameplay, lots of joy; I cried.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is not explicitly detailed in the review, but it highlights a positive experience with co-op gameplay in arcade mode, suggesting that the missions may be engaging and enjoyable when played with others.

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VIDEOBALL is a sport game.

VIDEOBALL is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, Mac OS and others.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing VIDEOBALL.

VIDEOBALL was released on July 12, 2016.

VIDEOBALL was developed by Action Button Entertainment, LLC.

VIDEOBALL has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

VIDEOBALL is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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