World Cricket Championship 3
- September 9, 2020
- Nextwave Multimedia
"World Cricket Championship 3 is a highly-rated sports game with good mechanics, outstanding graphics, and a catchy soundtrack, despite its frequent advertisements and occasional bugs. As the world's leading cricket game franchise, WCC3 offers a variety of features and modes for a realistic and immersive cricket experience, making it a must-try for cricket fans."
Reviews
- The graphics and animations are outstanding, providing a realistic cricket experience.
- The variety of game modes, including career mode and online rivals, adds depth to the gameplay.
- The commentary is engaging and enhances the overall experience of the game.
- There are numerous bugs, including issues with the DRS system and players getting out on free hit deliveries.
- The game often hangs or crashes, especially during online matches, leading to frustrating interruptions.
- Many features require in-game purchases or platinum coins, making it difficult for players to access all content without spending money.
- graphics1,840 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of "World Cricket Championship 3" have received mixed reviews from players. Many users praise the game's graphics as "fantastic," "realistic," and "superb," highlighting the detailed animations and overall visual quality. However, there are significant complaints regarding gameplay issues, such as lag, bugs, and unrealistic player actions, which detract from the overall experience. Some players feel that the graphics do not justify the game's large file size and express disappointment in the lack of improvements compared to previous versions like WCC2. Overall, while the graphics are a strong point, many users believe that gameplay and control mechanics need substantial enhancement.
“This game is very fantastic and the graphics made it very real.”
“Truly awesome graphics and lovely details.”
“The graphics are superb.”
“Very bad graphics...and more they just need money for everything....irritating ads...cartoonish characters..nothing good..very disappointing...”
“The graphics are very clear and eye-catching.”
“The graphics have been improved a lot in wcc3 but the gameplay and controls are the worst part.”
- monetization480 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing after every over or even more frequently. Many players express frustration over the game's reliance on in-app purchases, which are perceived as costly and necessary to unlock essential features, leading to a "pay-to-win" experience. Overall, the combination of intrusive advertising and high costs for in-game content has significantly detracted from the gaming experience, prompting many users to uninstall the game.
“And pretty much all the features like coaches are all in-game purchases, so my suggestion is to make the game less focused on purchases and more on experience. You could totally add something to get things for free and also for purchasing.”
“This is an amazing game... the cut scenes are even better than PC games which is absolutely amazing... and the tournaments and graphics are next level. But I cut 2 stars from 5 stars because of 2 issues: 1st is the in-app purchases are much costly; you should reduce the money of tournaments like ODI series and tri-series, or give a chance to unlock it permanently with platinums.”
“In-app purchases are high, but still it's a good game. If we can buy everything with platinum coins, it will be great.”
“This is my favorite cricket game and I really would rate this game 5 stars but there are some major problems with this game, to begin with this game is highly based on pay to win or in-game purchases which ruins the experience for many players including me.”
“The game is good but I am sooo frustrated with all the advertisements.”
“The greedy developers are just trying to earn money here from in-game purchases.”
- gameplay472 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of WCC3 has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment following recent updates that introduced bugs and altered mechanics, leading to a less enjoyable experience. While some users appreciate the graphics and overall concept, they criticize the gameplay for being unrealistic, slow, and overly reliant on in-game purchases, which detracts from the enjoyment. Overall, there is a strong call for improvements in gameplay mechanics, AI behavior, and a reduction in ads to enhance the user experience.
“Wcc3 takes the excitement of realism in mobile cricket a notch higher with cutting-edge gameplay features, brand new controls, multiplayer features, professional commentary, exciting animations, real-time motion capture of professional cricketers, and advanced AI.”
“The graphics and gameplay are good and top of the list.”
“Fantastic and realistic gameplay.”
“After the new update, the gameplay has become really bad. The bowling style has changed; no matter how good your pitching is, the opponent can always hit in the gap. No type of special ball can make them miss the balls. The fielding has become too idiotic, and overall the experience has reduced drastically.”
“The latest update is a huge disappointment; it has destroyed the gameplay experience. Please rollback to the last update.”
“Worst gameplay... batting is such a mess... can't play it... can't time the shots.”
- stability281 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and bugs, particularly after recent updates. Many players experience issues such as the game freezing during matches, incorrect umpire decisions, and problems with multiplayer connectivity, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Despite the game's appealing graphics and features, the overwhelming number of technical issues has caused significant dissatisfaction among players, prompting calls for urgent fixes from the developers.
“The graphics, the controls, the gameplay—everything was awesome and there were no glitches. I think this game perfectly fits for the Editor's Choice Award. Please download the game; it is the best cricket game I have ever played.”
“One of the best games in the world: no lag, no glitches. The controls are hard, but you will get used to it.”
“The game is very good; I play this game despite some bugs and freezing issues.”
“After the new update, this game really sucks... worst gameplay, so many bugs and glitches. I am a regular player of WCC3 and from the beginning, I can say this time I have to move from WCC3 to another game just because of the new updates.”
“Too many glitches and bugs. This game needs a serious patch; it is very buggy. Whenever you 'caught' your opponent's ball, the animation is over, and it says your opponent just had a 'four'.”
“The game is full of glitches; it should be minimized. The screen freezes suddenly, and nothing happens, even with no internet issues.”
- optimization94 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues such as lag, slow gameplay, and frequent crashes, particularly after updates. While some players appreciate the graphics and overall performance, they express frustration over the game's mechanics, including unrealistic player actions and poor AI performance. Users are calling for urgent fixes to enhance stability and ensure a smoother gaming experience across various devices.
“Overall performance is good.”
“Many thanks to Nextwave Multimedia for their excellent performance.”
“Game is very good and graphics are so good, and players are realistic with better fielding performance.”
“Befor update the app was really good after the updates the performance was really bad simply getting late while playing shots.. the graphics was good but after over completion ads will not appear properly need to close the app and again we should open it.. it's stucking at the middle very bad experience.. while bowler bowling not able to defend the delivery unnecessarily getting out not able to hit the delivered balls properly.. very very very very bad...”
“Very poor performance by you all not able to play the game clearly its look you all have made this a cartoon please clear all the error otherwise I will uninstall this game.”
“Very bad, lots of loopholes sometimes you become frustrated by its poor performance of batting, bowling, and umpiring. I am removing this game from my mobile.”
- story91 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 93 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative, particularly in career mode. Users suggest incorporating a storyline that follows a player's journey from childhood to professional cricket, complete with challenges and personal milestones. Additionally, there are calls for more diverse and rewarding missions to enhance the overall gameplay experience, as the current daily missions are often seen as repetitive and difficult to complete.
“Add a story mode of a kid and how he grows up in very tough times to make others realize and also for our enjoyment.”
“I love this game for graphics and gameplay; for addition, I want you to give career mode with storytelling elements and dialogues which is more impressive to play the career mode.”
“And also develop my career mode in a different story mode on the next update... a player starts cricket from his childhood to retirement and appears in ads, marriage, etc. Give selection committee for all tournaments.”
“The story mode is not interesting in career mode; it lacks depth and engagement, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“After completing the career mode, there are no more matches or extra storylines, which leaves the game feeling incomplete.”
“I love this game for its graphics and gameplay, but I wish the career mode included storytelling elements and dialogues to enhance the experience.”
- music25 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack while others criticize it for being poorly chosen and intrusive, especially during gameplay and ads. Many users express a desire for more realistic crowd sounds and background music in stadiums, as well as options to customize or change the music. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere for some, it detracts from the experience for others due to bugs and interruptions.
“The graphics, commentary, and music are all good.”
“The cherry on the cake, which actually deserves an additional 5 stars, is the mind-blowing soundtrack; what a banger!”
“Please add some new music.”
“You can't skip some ads and even some ads pause your background music, which is very awful.”
“The game is good, but in the new update my amazing highlights are gone, and the background music is very bad, so I give it 3 stars.”
“There is no commentary sounds and only music and crowd in offline mode.”
- humor21 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as both hilarious and absurd, with players finding amusement in unrealistic gameplay mechanics, such as players missing the ball or comical animations during matches. Many users appreciate the comedic elements, like funny graphics and quirky player behaviors, but also express a desire for improvements to enhance the overall experience. Despite the humor, there are significant complaints about gameplay issues and bugs that detract from the enjoyment.
“Hilarious.”
“Watching the highlights is funny to the core as you can see the ball passing through the players.”
“The funny thing is that an all-rounder player needs 18,400 platinum to fully upgrade, where he completes his daily mission and gets 20, 40, 60 platinum.”
- emotional13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of disappointment and frustration with the emotional experience of the game, highlighting issues such as unrealistic AI behavior, technical glitches, and a lack of immersive features that detract from the overall enjoyment. While some find the game enjoyable and life-changing, many feel let down by its shortcomings, leading to a sense of heartbreak and dissatisfaction. Overall, the emotional response is characterized by a longing for a more polished and authentic cricket experience.
“Honestly speaking, I'm hugely disappointed to realize that this might be the 'best' cricket game available for fans to play... and that itself makes me want to cry.”
“So easy and my cricket performance improved; it's a game that changed my life. I love cricket, and this game is heart-touching for me and my friends. It's impossible to make this game possible, but it really changed my life.”
“WCC3 is a very good game, but there are so many bugs that need to be fixed. When the bowler bowls and it's LBW, the third umpire should also provide commentary like in real-life cricket. Please give all the updates and fix the bugs so the game can feel like real cricket.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment despite the game's impressive graphics. Many express frustration over the time required to earn in-game currency, suggesting that the grinding could be streamlined for a better experience.
“Wasting a full month grinding platinum coins only to play NPL or at least make it easier to get platinum coins.”
“Too much grinding.”
“Great graphics, but the game is now a little too complicated and tedious to enjoy.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users express that while the game is enjoyable, it lacks significant replay value, making it difficult to justify multiple playthroughs.
“The game is okay; however, I'm struggling to see any replay value.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express a strong desire for a more immersive atmosphere in the game, specifically requesting the inclusion of various stadiums worldwide, home and away crowds, and team-specific supporter behaviors, such as wearing jerseys and cheering exclusively for their home team. This would enhance the realism and overall experience of the game.
“The atmosphere in the game is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the action.”
“I love how the crowd reacts to every play, it really enhances the overall experience and makes each match feel unique.”
“The detailed stadium environments and the energy of the fans create a vibrant atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and lacks the energy that you would expect from a cricket game. It doesn't immerse you in the experience at all.”
“There is a noticeable absence of crowd interaction and excitement, making the matches feel flat and unengaging.”
“Without the presence of home and away crowds, the game loses a significant part of its realism and excitement.”