Didn't know it's an online only game when I download it.
Not an online multiplayer game fan but still gave it a try since already downloaded.
And have been trying to run it since without success, stuck at the connection stage. Gave up and uninstalled it.
Does this game actually worth anything? Isn't free to play online games are usually free? I wonder what is so special about this game.
Fall Guys had a server maintenance last night, till 6PM+. After that I played for a couple of hours, no issue with connection. Connection was fast, I could get into game within 30-60s every time (probably better than before maintenance?). I would get disqualified, exit, and get back in quickly, it's always "just one more game" since it's so easy to start again.
This is a battle royal game (like Fortnite, PUBG, Apex etc) so it is online only, you can't have 59 other players as AI. I have seen reviews that complain there is no offline mode so you can't practice on your own, but I think that's a good thing, otherwise it will be too repetitive very soon since everyone can practice offline and get very good.
I don't like multiplayer games but this one is very fun, can just play in small dosages. Unlike online mp shooter games (COD, Overwatch, etc), there is no advantage for having played hundreds of hours, you don't get better weapons/armors, you don't level up anything. Here everyone is at the same level, regardless if you have been grinding forever. You just gain experience and know how to tackle each game mode. So it is easy to just drop in and play a few rounds for some fun, it's not a heavy investment in time (unless you get addicted). The only loots you get are just cosmetics (personally I keep using the very beginning looks, even though I have more customisation items now, don't want to draw attention).
PS. This platinum trophy is going to be super hard, as there is a trophy for winning (getting the Crown, ala "chicken dinner" in PUBG) 5 times... in a row!