Stikbold! A Dodgeball Adventure

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 13, 2016
    80
    The best couchplay game since TowerFall. [June 2016, p.94]
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  2. Digitally Downloaded
    Apr 11, 2016
    80
    There's nothing overly serious about Stikbold, and that is where most of the charm comes from. For a game that is nominally about Dodgeball I was overly impressed with how the developers were able to keep the experience fresh and comedic throughout.
  3. High-Def Digest
    Apr 10, 2016
    80
    There's enough depth to keep players coming back for more, but not enough content to recommend long play sessions. A completely ridiculous, albeit short, campaign also helps round out an enjoyable package. 'Stikbold' offers up all the fun of dodgeball with the added bonus of not getting smacked in the face with a large rubber ball.
  5. GameSpew
    Apr 8, 2016
    80
    Overall, Stikbold! A Dodgeball Adventure has a lot to offer. It’s incredibly fun thanks to its addictive gameplay and wholesome humour, and shouldn’t be missed.
  6. IGN Denmark
    Apr 6, 2016
    80
    While the story is fun and quirky to play through on your own, the real meat of the game itself is the multiplayer. The matches in Stikbold! are well oiled and over fast enough to just grab another. And another. And...
  7. Twinfinite
    Apr 4, 2016
    80
    Stikbold may not be your typical sports game, but it’s got a solid backbone of fun and wackiness.
  8. PlayStation Universe
    Apr 3, 2016
    80
    A frequently funny and riotous take on Dodgeball, the lack of online multiplayer and occasionally soft-headed AI isn’t enough to meaningfully detract from the lustre of Stikbold’s blissfully enjoyable local multiplayer shenanigans. This is the dodgeball video game you never knew you wanted.
  9. God is a Geek
    Apr 1, 2016
    75
    Stikbold finally gives the sport of dodgeball a credible representation in a video game. It nails the simplicity and mastery of the sport while remaining fun and humorous, but it lacks online capabilities and is just a bit too short.
  10. GameGrin
    Apr 1, 2016
    75
    Stikbold! is a beautifully unique party game at its core. Though a short campaign allows you to familiarize yourself to the gameplay, it’s lacking refinement to be considered worth much of your time. Multiplayer is where the game blossoms, it becomes an outstanding display of cartoon chaos. With so many different possibilities and room for further content, it’s best played with a gaggle of mates alongside you.

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 22
  3. Negative: 2 out of 22
  1. FriedConsole
    Apr 11, 2016
    6
    It is like playing Atari 2600 Combat with only slightly more depth. Not a lot here especially single player. No online. Gets old real fast.It is like playing Atari 2600 Combat with only slightly more depth. Not a lot here especially single player. No online. Gets old real fast. Real great polish and art. Pass. There are better local multiplayer games.… Full Review »
  2. SaturnReviews
    Mar 11, 2019
    5
    The game is poorly made and the mechanics do not function well. The story is the stupidest one I have ever come across, but I have to say, theThe game is poorly made and the mechanics do not function well. The story is the stupidest one I have ever come across, but I have to say, the game is super fun, especially when played with friends and bots! Yes, it gets quickly boring and repetitive, but you will spend many hours in local multiplayer and mini games.… Full Review »
  3. Nel
    Aug 7, 2017
    5
    It's a handball simulator kind of game. It has several different modes you can play, and there is a story mode. The game itself is nothingIt's a handball simulator kind of game. It has several different modes you can play, and there is a story mode. The game itself is nothing spectacular, and might keep you entertained for a weekend or so… Full Review »
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