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Junior Member
What I think so far
Okay, I haven't played a lot of this game but what I have played so far has left a positive impression! It's extremely stupid for me to say but I like calling it Football/Footy for some reason and need to stop eventually. I can't really get a good vibe saying "Let's play some Roller!" doesn't have the same feeling.
Positives!
- I really like the original concept of this game. It's rollerskating and you throw the ball by going around to try and earn points and you can beat the crap out of your opposition.
- The Brutalish feel is refreshing and feel like we can kick each other around
- The gameplay feels different with high-speed movement (once I learn how not look like an idiot going up and down sideways) and going around, gaining points and throwing that ball into the hoop.
- The cinematic was nice and charming.
- I feel there is potential to have some charming characters in the game like the woman to give more flair. It would be cool to learn about the world playing this sport and the people themselves.
Negatives! Yes, it's in Alpha but I'm honest and I think this game deserves credit.
- The connection issues are probably the biggest downfall so far while playing this beta and game. I have uploaded a video on YouTube which you can find in the suggestions and connection issues. But when you start getting into the game. It will freeze everyone in place, music stops and your avatars spazz out until you quit or the game disconnects you. Better and reliable servers are extremely needed at launch.
- I feel some of the hitting and getting downed could be adjusted for better balance for the sake of having a fairer but fast-paced game. The last thing this game needs is to slow the pace.
- I felt like what Ubisoft showed of that still image of the three avatars was what I was expecting was a clear and high detailed padding and designs but I think the graphics so far have let the game down. I feel is there was more detail and hey, who doesn't like shiny things? Just a general improvement for the look of the game could be a lot better for the eyes.
- Text and Voice communications are essential.
- The controllers are extremely questionable even from Ubisoft. Yes, I do feel the game is better with a controller, the game clearly stated we could play using keyboard and mouse but the controller is recommended. Yet, there are zero keyboard and mouse options, we can't learn the controls and we can't even adjust them. And for god sake, there is more than just an Xbox Controller. I should be able to use my Switch Gamepad, my PS3/4 controller.
- It seems to lack a lot of depth and makes me wonder how would progression work in this game. Only time will tell.
- The game currently feels lifeless and empty without a commentator and crowd to add hype.
- I feel our avatars are lifeless and neutral when playing since we get randoms. I liked the woman from the cinematic and hope as the game is improved their personalities can enter the game.
- Attempting to pass and throw feels off, I feel like there should be some sort of notification of even note of a successful pass. What if we can have some sort of colour to show us the chances of a successful throw and catch?
It may seem like I am hating this game. But I really surprised how much I like it. I hope to see a lot more improvements, for me the major things that need to be addressed is the connection issues and polishing the hell of the game to make it feel better and even look better.