Yahoo Sports: Scores & News

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 10,000 reviews
  • monetization
  • stability
  • story
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Yahoo Sports: Scores & Updates is a sports game that provides real-time scores and news on various sports, including football, baseball, golf, soccer, MMA, and F1. The game boasts phenomenal graphics, but is hindered by frequent advertisements and bugs that can detract from the overall user experience. Despite these issues, it remains a popular choice for sports enthusiasts looking to stay updated on their favorite leagues and teams.

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  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

81%
Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
graphics13 positive mentions
monetization171 negative mentions
  • The app allows users to watch live NFL games for free, making it a great option for those without cable.
  • Users appreciate the easy navigation and ability to customize notifications for their favorite teams.
  • The app provides timely updates on scores, stats, and news, keeping sports fans informed.
  • The app frequently experiences buffering issues, causing frustration during live streams.
  • Users report that the app sometimes fails to load content or crashes, especially after updates.
  • There are complaints about excessive notifications for irrelevant content, making it difficult to focus on preferred sports.
  • monetization175 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the app has drawn significant criticism from users, who describe the ads as excessively intrusive and disruptive to the reading and viewing experience. Many reviewers express frustration over full-page ads that obstruct content, autoplay video ads, and the sheer volume of advertisements that make navigation difficult. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for revenue, the overwhelming sentiment is that the current ad implementation detracts from the overall usability and enjoyment of the app.

    • “Love this app! Best place to watch sports with no ads. Thank you!”
    • “Fast and reliable, no ads.”
    • “Just good to have no ads.”
    • “The ads within the articles make it absolutely infuriating to read them—if even the slightest edge of the ad is visible, the entire screen hops from where you are up/down to reveal the whole ad.”
    • “But the ads have become so obnoxious and make scrolling through articles impossible.”
    • “This app has turned into nothing but ads; don't try to watch a highlight and then try to forward or rewind a few seconds.”
  • stability134 mentions

    The app has received widespread criticism for its instability, with users frequently reporting issues such as freezing, crashing, and glitches during use, particularly while streaming live games. Many have attempted troubleshooting steps without success, leading to frustration over the app's performance. While some users note improvements after updates or reinstalling, the overall consensus indicates that the app remains unreliable and prone to interruptions.

    • “From the smooth, bug-free interface to the endless amount of statistics available, this app has helped me with sports betting in ways I never thought were possible.”
    • “I've experienced no glitches since downloading.”
    • “Runs great on my phone; love watching the games on the go smoothly.”
    • “The app is so bloated and poorly designed it frequently crashes or freezes.”
    • “This latest update has caused every article to start with a video which immediately freezes the article.”
    • “Totally unstable and glitchy app that freezes all the time.”
  • story36 mentions

    Users express frustration with the app's story functionality, noting frequent issues with articles not loading or being difficult to find after receiving notifications. While the content itself is generally well-received, the experience is marred by technical glitches, excessive ads, and poor navigation, leading to a lack of accessibility for desired stories. Overall, the app offers valuable reporting but suffers from significant usability problems that detract from the reading experience.

    • “The story and news feed pages are clean without clutter and stupid cover-up ads at the top and bottom.”
    • “I used the ESPN app for the longest time, and I recently switched to this; it's better for multiple reasons such as it has stories like on Instagram to give you all the latest news, you can comment and interact with other users, it gives better notifications, and more!”
    • “Story content is good when there are articles.”
    • “Often an article loads as far as the headline but the story section is blank.”
    • “Constantly get a black screen and have to scroll down for 45 seconds to 2 minutes before finally getting to the text of a story.”
    • “I like the app, but if I am notified of a breaking story, the notification doesn't take me to the story.”
  • graphics25 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the reviewed apps are praised for their strong quality, clarity, and aesthetic appeal, enhancing the user experience for sports fans. However, some users noted occasional issues with blurriness and misrepresentation of teams during gameplay, which can detract from the overall visual experience. Despite these minor drawbacks, the graphics are generally considered excellent, with clean visuals and effective navigation.

    • “The visuals are great, and so is navigation.”
    • “I'm a huge NFL fan and love this app because it has just amazing graphics and it is just an amazing app for football fans if you like being able to watch the Super Bowl wherever you are.”
    • “Great graphics, very complete scoreboard, great speed, by far the best baseball site - keep up the good work!”
    • “The only issue I have, and it is minor, is that occasionally the stream loses some of its definition, to the point that in-game graphics are unreadable.”
    • “The view of the action is still acceptable at these times, but graphics are blurred.”
    • “Graphics are low key.”
  • optimization19 mentions

    Overall, user reviews indicate that the app's optimization is inconsistent, with frequent issues such as stuttering, buffering, and lag during live streaming, particularly on certain devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 2. While some users report improvements in performance and smooth navigation, others express frustration with ongoing problems that hinder the overall experience. Despite these challenges, many appreciate the app's features and updates, suggesting that while it has potential, further optimization is needed for a seamless experience.

    • “Yahoo Sports is my primary source to track fantasy players' performances during games with real-time stats updated continuously.”
    • “Gives me all the up-to-date news, schedule changes, and player/team performance.”
    • “Runs smoothly as hell!”
    • “And now the game streams are back to their old ways of stuttering and buffering every five seconds.”
    • “Either the live streaming is poorly optimized for the app or it's poorly optimized for the Galaxy Z Fold 2.”
    • “The app is great during commercials... live action is full of buffering delays, stuttering, loss of signal, etc. Totally frustrated and totally useless... I keep seeing apologies from Yahoo Sports staff... I certainly would prefer solutions.”
  • music11 mentions

    Users express significant frustration with the music accompanying commercial breaks, describing it as distracting, annoying, and even an "ear worm" that lingers long after. Many wish for a more user-friendly approach, such as allowing their own music to play without interruption or replacing the music with more engaging content like halftime stats. Overall, the consensus is that the current music experience detracts from the app's usability.

    • “Although the commercial break music gets stuck in your head for days.”
    • “The best way to listen to music.”
    • “(ear worm music) 😝”
    • “I'm okay with the ads, but the music during the commercial breaks drives me to distraction!”
    • “I want to just read the article in the news section, but there is an annoying music or audio playing that cannot be muted.”
    • “The quick loop music track during the 'commercial break' is enough to drive a person insane when it runs for a minute or two.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    Users report significant frustration with the gameplay experience, noting that it is frequently interrupted by buffering and ad interruptions, with only a small fraction of actual gameplay visible. Comparatively, they find other apps, like Yahoo Sports, to offer better functionality and alert mechanics.

    • “Not once, but over the course of 30 minutes, I saw maybe 3 minutes of unbuffered gameplay.”
    • “3 minutes of gameplay, 3 minutes of reloading.”
    • “This app is remarkable in that it can always show the ads; however, when the actual gameplay comes on, suddenly the video stream fails and you're asked to 'retry'.”
  • humor4 mentions

    Users express disappointment with the app's humor, noting that it has declined significantly and often relies on poorly executed attempts at humor through headlines and emojis. While the advertisements function well, the overall comedic quality of the content is seen as lacking and unfunny.

    • “The funny thing was the advertisements played perfectly.”
    • “Sports journalism is dead, and this app reminds me daily by sending awful headlines with emojis in an attempt to be funny.”
    • “It's funny how it plays the commercials just fine...”
    • “The app has gone so far downhill it's not funny.”
    • “The jokes are stale and feel forced, lacking any real wit.”
    • “I expected a lot more laughs, but the humor fell flat.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Users report that the game delivers a powerful emotional experience, characterized as an "emotional rollercoaster" filled with drama and moments of both laughter and tears. The intensity of the experience leaves players feeling both emotionally and physically drained, highlighting its impactful storytelling and engagement.

    • “I left this app emotionally and physically spent!”
    • “It's an emotional rollercoaster!”
    • “The drama and the glory! I laughed, I cried; it's all there!”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Users find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and cumbersome, often feeling like it requires excessive time and effort without rewarding gameplay. Many express frustration with the navigation and overall experience, suggesting it may not appeal to casual players or sports fans.

    • “Tedious, cumbersome, difficult to navigate.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the game's atmosphere for its clarity and accessibility, noting that the stats are easy to read and contribute to a strong overall sports ambiance.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the game.”
    • “The game's environment is rich with detail, creating a captivating and engaging atmosphere.”
    • “Every sound and visual element contributes to a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the overall ambiance is flat and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
    • “The lack of environmental detail and sound design leaves the atmosphere feeling empty and unengaging.”
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