Ashes Cricket

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4 • 2017

2017

Quick resume

Ashes Cricket is the officially licensed video game of cricket’s greatest rivalry. Bringing all the fast paced action, big hits and skill that you see in the greatest cricket competition on earth, you’ll be able to play in the men’s and women’s 2017/2018 Ashes tours.

Global score

83/100

Genres

Indie, Sport

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Pros

Realistic and skill-based cricket gameplay
Extensive customization and community content
Licensed teams and player face scans
Multiple control schemes for accessibility
Engaging career mode with progression

Cons

Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay and commentary
Poor and repetitive commentary
Small online player base and multiplayer issues
Some ai and fielding inconsistencies
Relatively high price for a niche and imperfect game

Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players have freedom to choose sports, switch vehicles mid-run, explore open world, and customize controls; some hand-holding in tutorial but overall high player control."

Riders Republic
"Players can choose between classic and new control schemes, customize teams, players, fields, and match types, indicating high player control and freedom."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

3

"Game offers skill-based batting and bowling mechanics with a learning curve and challenge, though some AI and fielding issues reduce challenge."

Cricket 24
"Game offers skill-based batting and bowling mechanics with timing and footwork indicators, challenging AI, and difficulty modifiers that reward mastery."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

2

"Includes ranked online modes and leaderboards, but multiplayer is reported as dead or limited; competition exists but is not the core focus."

Orbifall
"Includes multiplayer and ranked modes, but online player base is small; competition exists but is not the primary focus."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

3

"Players report addiction and long play sessions, with ongoing updates and community engagement encouraging habitual play."

Wyrmsun
"Players report long play sessions, career mode engagement, and community content support encouraging habitual play."
Cooperation

Game with the same Cooperation vibe

1

"Some multiplayer modes exist, but most gameplay and career modes are single player focused."

Rugby 22
"Some multiplayer and local co-op modes exist, but majority of gameplay and career mode is single player focused."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

4

"Extensive customization options for players, logos, stadiums, and tournaments with community sharing."

TIEBREAK+: Official Game of the ATP and WTA
"Extensive customization options for teams, players, stadiums, and match types; community-driven content creation is a key feature."
Domination

Game with the same Domination vibe

-2

"No strong evidence of domination or power over others; interactions appear balanced and respectful."

Cricket 24
"No strong evidence of domination or power assertion; interactions appear balanced and respectful."
Escapism

Game with the same Escapism vibe

4

"Players use the game to immerse themselves in cricket, escaping real life through detailed simulation and career mode."

Cricket 24
"Players use the game as stress relief and immersive cricket simulation, escaping real life through detailed gameplay."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of passion for cricket and intrinsic interest."

Don Bradman Cricket 14
"Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and passion for cricket, not due to obligation or pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

3

"Players explore mechanics, try different tricks, and experiment with controls and customization."

SkateBIRD
"Players explore different control schemes, adjust gameplay sliders, and try various strategies and customizations."
Exploration

Game with the same Exploration vibe

1

"Limited exploration in terms of discovering new areas; focus is on gameplay and modes rather than environment discovery."

Cricket 24
"Limited exploration in terms of discovering new areas; focus is on gameplay and customization rather than environment discovery."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

4

"Strong emphasis on avatar and team customization, including logos, uniforms, and player appearances."

Super Mega Baseball™ 4
"Strong emphasis on avatar and team customization, including face scans, logos, bats, and stadiums for self-expression."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

-3

"Game focuses on realistic cricket simulation with licensed teams and players, minimal fantasy elements."

Cricket 24
"Game focuses on realistic cricket simulation with licensed teams and realistic physics rather than fantasy or improbable events."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

1

"Some community interaction through multiplayer and content sharing, but mostly individual play."

Trainz™ Simulator 12
"Some community interaction through online play and content sharing, but many players engage individually."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

3

"Career mode and skill-based gameplay promote learning and personal development."

Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes
"Career mode and skill-based gameplay encourage learning and personal development in cricket skills."
Health

Game with the same Health vibe

-5

"No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of video games."

Wobbly Life
"No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of video games."
Idle

Game with the same Idle vibe

-3

"Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not designed for casual or background play."

Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr
"Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not designed for casual or background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

-3

"Limited social interaction; multiplayer exists but no evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing."

Pacer
"Limited social interaction depth; multiplayer exists but no evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing."
Leadership

Game with the same Leadership vibe

2

"Players manage teams and make strategic decisions, akin to a team manager role in career mode."

Clatter
"Players can manage teams and make strategic decisions in career mode, indicating some leadership elements."
Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

4

"Career mode progression, player upgrades, and unlocking new content provide a strong sense of advancement."

TIEBREAK+: Official Game of the ATP and WTA
"Career mode progression, skill points, and unlocking upgrades provide a strong sense of advancement."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

2

"Some players find the game immersive and relaxing despite challenge; others note tension."

Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes
"Some players find the game relaxing and immersive, though others note tension from challenging gameplay."
Sensation

Game with the same Sensation vibe

2

"Visuals and sound effects provide sensory enjoyment, though not highly stimulating or intense."

Tower! Simulator 3
"Visual and auditory feedback like crowd noise and ball crack add sensory enjoyment, though not highly intense."
Status

Game with the same Status vibe

1

"Some recognition through leaderboards and multiplayer, but not a dominant motivator."

NASCAR Heat 5
"Some recognition through leaderboards and multiplayer, but not a major motivational factor."
Story

Game with the same Story vibe

1

"Career mode offers some narrative immersion but no deep overarching plot."

Don Bradman Cricket 14
"Career mode provides some narrative context, but no deep story or plot-driven immersion."
Strategy

Game with the same Strategy vibe

4

"Requires planning field settings, bowling tactics, and batting strategies."

Cricket 22
"Bowling lengths, field placements, and shot selection require strategic thinking and planning."
Thrill

Game with the same Thrill vibe

3

"Tension and excitement from close matches and challenging gameplay."

Don Bradman Cricket 14
"Tension from close matches, challenging AI, and risk-reward gameplay creates moments of thrill."
Value

Game with the same Value vibe

1

"Mixed opinions on price; many find value in gameplay depth despite bugs."

Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes
"Players appreciate the depth and customization for the price, though some feel it is expensive given bugs."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

-5

"Game centers on constructive sports play, no combat or destructive elements."

Cricket 22
"Game centers on constructive sports simulation, no combat or destruction elements."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

2

"Players must manage health and stamina to avoid death; some resource management involved."

Feudal Alloy
"Players must avoid dismissal and manage resources like stamina and runs, reflecting survival aspects."

Analysis

Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Violence.

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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