Sportsfriends

 PlayStation 4
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 88 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 88
  3. Negative: 23 out of 88

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  1. drlowdon
    Dec 4, 2014
    4
    Sportsfriends is one of those games where I just can't understand all the hype. There are only four mini-games on offer and they range from mildly entertaining for a short while (BaraBariBall) to completely pointless (Johann Sebastian Joust).

    The one redeeming feature is that the simplicity of the games does allow non-gamers to compete with more experienced gamers but there are so many    Sportsfriends is one of those games where I just can't understand all the hype. There are only four mini-games on offer and they range from mildly entertaining for a short while (BaraBariBall) to completely pointless (Johann Sebastian Joust).

    The one redeeming feature is that the simplicity of the games does allow non-gamers to compete with more experienced gamers but there are so many better titles (Towerfall being a current favourite of mine) available if you are looking for something fun to play against friends and family in the same room.    … Expand
  2. hb1209
    Aug 27, 2014
    0
    To complain about that would be missing the point, though. Sportsfriends is a waste of time and a social side game, if you dont have hipster friends, then this is nothing to look for. their ability to bring a room together in one loud, if you dont like titles like Towerfall and Nidhogg then its nothing for you. i played pixelgames in the 90s, im sick of it. this compilation is a pleasantTo complain about that would be missing the point, though. Sportsfriends is a waste of time and a social side game, if you dont have hipster friends, then this is nothing to look for. their ability to bring a room together in one loud, if you dont like titles like Towerfall and Nidhogg then its nothing for you. i played pixelgames in the 90s, im sick of it. this compilation is a pleasant reminder of that power - and, just like its companions, Sportsfriends represents video games at their very, very weakest time.

    This is a waste of time ;)    … Expand

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#31 Best PS4 Game of 2014

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 29, 2014
    80
    Despite the steep entry barrier, it's essential for partying types. [July 2014, p.86]
  2. Games Master UK
    Jun 29, 2014
    83
    You'll need a sackful of Sony toys to get the most from it, but this delivers hours of ridiculous enjoyment. [Aug 2014, p.64]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jun 16, 2014
    80
    Local co-op lives on thanks to the unbelievably enjoyable Sportsfriends. [July 2014, p83]
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