Winter Games 2023
- October 11, 2022
- Independent Arts Software GmbH
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Winter Games 2023" is a modern 3D sports game that offers 10 thrilling winter sport disciplines, including biathlon, ski jumping, and curling. Compete in local multiplayer mode against up to three friends or test your skills in custom modes. With several difficulty levels, this game is suitable for both beginners and pros.
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Reviews
- The game has a nice and refreshing theme with good aesthetics.
- The gameplay is easy to learn, making it accessible for a wide audience.
- The game is well-optimized and functions adequately even on lower-end systems.
- The game lacks challenge and replayability, making it feel too simple.
- There are significant bugs and issues with controls, leading to a frustrating experience.
- The absence of commentary and atmosphere detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- graphics15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered acceptable and well-optimized, with satisfactory animations. However, some users report issues with rendering, particularly on lower-end systems, suggesting a need for improved graphics options and lower resolution settings to enhance performance for players without high-end hardware. Overall, while the aesthetic is appreciated, there is room for improvement in graphical quality.
“Graphically it's okay for what it is, the game is well optimized and the essential animations are absolutely fine.”
“But the PC version needs work for graphics rendering.”
“The game could be improved with better graphics.”
“Especially the rendering of the graphics.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for lacking emotional engagement and competitive tension, as players cannot react to their own or opponents' performances, resulting in a uniform experience regardless of outcomes. The only discipline that stands out positively in terms of gameplay is curling, while other aspects feel flat and uninspired.
“You can't be excited about your own result or failures of opponents, you can't be angry about your own mistakes or good performances of the opponents, you simply can't follow what your opponents are doing, and you have no advantage or disadvantage, both gameplay-wise and emotionally, no matter if you come first or fourth.”
“You can't be excited about your own results or failures of opponents; you can't be angry about your own mistakes or good performances of the opponents. You simply can't follow what your opponents are doing, and you have no advantage or disadvantage, both gameplay-wise and emotionally, no matter if you come first or fourth.”
“The only discipline that works reasonably well from a game and gameplay perspective is curling.”
“Otherwise, the gameplay itself is fine.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is heavily criticized for its lack of challenge, commentary, and overall presentation, resulting in an inability to convey the excitement of various sports. Reviewers express that this deficiency significantly diminishes replay value and enjoyment, particularly in local multiplayer settings.
“This leads to the fact that the atmosphere of the different sports cannot be transported at all.”
“Due to the poor presentation and the lack of sports atmosphere, I also can't imagine that the game will be fun in local multiplayer more than once.”
“No challenge, no commentator, no atmosphere, no replay value.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with users noting a lack of challenge, commentary, and atmosphere, which diminishes its overall value for repeated play.
“No challenge, no commentary, no atmosphere, no replay value.”
“Low replayability.”
“Low replayability.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized with acceptable graphics and solid animations, ensuring smooth performance. However, players feel a lack of emotional engagement and competitive tension, as the gameplay does not allow for meaningful reactions to personal or opponent outcomes.
“Graphically it's okay for what it is, the game is well optimized and the essential animations are absolutely fine.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional engagement in the game is notably lacking, as players feel detached from both their own performance and that of their opponents, leading to a sense of indifference towards outcomes. This emotional distance results in a gameplay experience that can feel unfulfilling and time-wasting, as players struggle to connect with their character or the competitive aspects of the game.
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
“No story.”
“No story.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to be quite buggy, indicating significant stability issues that may affect the overall gameplay experience.
“The game is incredibly buggy.”
“There are numerous bugs that ruin the experience.”
“The stability issues make it hard to enjoy the game.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like requiring a second life to manage it effectively.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
