3 Tiles - Tile Matching Games
Get on Play Store"3 Tiles - Tile Matching Games" is a single-player puzzle game that offers splendid gameplay, ingenious graphics, and spectacular music. The game encourages you to match tiles, train your brain, and relax with its beautiful tile matching games. Despite its hilarious and engaging nature, the game is not without its flaws, as some players have reported bugs and an excessive amount of advertisements.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- monetization4,282 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after every level, during gameplay, and even when attempting to access menus, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users have opted to pay for an ad-free version, they still encounter ads, which has further fueled dissatisfaction and feelings of being misled by the game's advertising practices.
“The in-app purchases are very affordable, but what's nice is you get quite a bit for your money.”
“Paid for the 'no ads' feature - how come I'm still seeing ads!?!?”
“I paid for no ads, and I'm still getting ads.”
“I've played several different free matching games in the past without any of the ads or prompts to buy.”
“The insane amount of ads is killing the game for me.”
“I paid for ad-free and can't even progress without watching more ads or being pressured to spend (way too much) money.”
- graphics156 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and aesthetically pleasing, with many users appreciating the charming art style reminiscent of children's illustrations or nostalgic cartoon drawings. However, there are mixed opinions regarding the overall quality, with some finding the graphics too simplistic or outdated, and numerous complaints about intrusive ads that detract from the visual experience. Overall, while the artwork is often praised, the execution and impact of the graphics on gameplay are seen as inconsistent.
“The art style is what makes it my favorite match 3.”
“5 stars for a fun addictive game with beautiful cute artwork!”
“The graphics are so cute and it's just so pleasing to my eyes.”
“The graphics are atrocious looking and way too busy.”
“Even if you decline ads, the offer appears after every level completed. I'm not paying $7.99 for a mediocre game with graphics and color that resembles something from the 70s.”
“The graphics are much too basic.”
- music139 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of gameplay. Many players appreciate the cute and thematic compositions, particularly during special events, although some express frustration over the inability to turn off the music without encountering ads. Overall, while the music is a highlight for many, the frequent interruptions from ads detract from the enjoyment.
“It's a beautiful, soothing little game with great music.”
“I love the beautiful ambient music playing as you match tiles, it's so relaxing!”
“The music is calming and the game is simple enough that while tired I can play it until I fall asleep.”
“10 seconds into opening this app you'll be blasted with 45 seconds of ads, try to go into settings to turn off the music so that you can listen to your own and it'll be another 45 seconds of ads just to access the settings.”
“The music was annoying so I went to settings to turn it off and I got hit with an ad before I even got to play.”
“You can't even get to the settings to turn off the music without ads.”
- gameplay106 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as enjoyable and relaxing, with mechanics that are simple and reminiscent of match-3 and mahjong games. However, a significant number of users express frustration over the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the gameplay experience, often leading to more time spent watching ads than actually playing. While some players appreciate the gameplay itself, many feel that the ad overload severely detracts from their overall enjoyment.
“The gameplay is great, but I have never seen such an abuse of advertisements in any app.”
“I enjoyed the game, the mechanics, the relaxing feeling it brings.”
“Gameplay is fun and keeps you on your toes.”
“This blatant overuse of ads ruins any enjoyment that might have been found in the gameplay.”
“There are more ads than actual gameplay; it's infuriating.”
“Horrible experience: too many ads and gameplay was not as advertised.”
- stability57 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, especially during or after ads, leading to crashes and loss of progress. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay without issues, the overwhelming feedback highlights persistent glitches and interruptions that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game's stability is inconsistent, with many users expressing frustration over the need to restart the app frequently.
“I love this game; smooth gameplay, no ads, no interruptions, no glitches.”
“Pretty easy so far, no glitches or issues.”
“This game I find a little dull as far as graphics go, but the game itself responds well and so far no glitches or hang-ups.”
“At the end it freezes and kicks me off of the game and has me restart it.”
“Game freezes and crashes almost every time an ad plays, and plays an ad nearly every time I open the game.”
“Too many ads and on top of it everything freezes and the game has to restart.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and entertaining. However, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the experience, leading to frustration among users who feel that the ads are excessive and intrusive. Despite this, some players have managed to enjoy the humor once they adapted to the gameplay.
“Don't mind ads but that is hilarious.”
“I was frustrated at first, but now I do a lot better and it has become funny because I'm not working against myself as much.”
“Funny game, the design is great and I really enjoyed it!”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, particularly due to frequent ads and constant prompts for in-game purchases. This repetitive nature detracts from the overall enjoyment, especially in harder levels, leading to a negative perception of the game's value.
“So no, your game is a tedious experience; why should I give you money?”
“I understand these aren't made for free, but ads every round (when you're completing a board in less than a minute) get tedious, and constantly asking me for $x.99 for different combinations of abilities is just bleh.”
“It sounds simple, but once you reach the hard levels, it becomes tedious and annoying.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express significant frustration and emotional distress due to frequent progress resets, intrusive ads, and spam notifications, which detract from the overall gaming experience. Many feel that the game's wholesome premise is undermined by inappropriate and violent advertisements, leading to a sense of betrayal and disappointment with the developers' lack of responsiveness to feedback. This combination of issues has resulted in a strong emotional reaction, with some players feeling compelled to abandon the game altogether.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story in the game is perceived as overly simplistic and silly, with players feeling that the extensive level requirements hinder progression and detract from the overall experience. Many users express frustration over the necessity to complete certain themes before advancing, which can lead to a sense of wasted time, especially for those playing for external rewards.
“The game is fun but the side quests detract from the gaming experience.”
“I understand it's supposed to be a puzzle game, but you can't progress the story because of the magnitude of levels.”
“I understand it's supposed to be a puzzle game, but you can't progress the story because of the sheer number of levels.”
“You must complete certain themes before proceeding to the next stage, which makes it frustrating to abandon or uninstall the game.”
“The story is too silly.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's replayability, emphasizing the need for levels to be more accessible and enjoyable after removing ads. There is a desire for improvements to enhance playability, suggesting that the current experience is hindered by excessive limitations. Overall, players hope for a more engaging and flexible gameplay experience.
“The levels are designed to be replayable, allowing players to enjoy the game whenever they like.”
“I hope someone takes this idea and creates a more engaging and replayable game.”
“If the game had fewer restrictions, it would be much more enjoyable and replayable.”
“At least make the levels replayable; if I've spent money to remove ads, I expect to play whatever and whenever I like.”
“I hope someone steals this idea and makes a more replayable game.”
“Please, remove at least half of it, and it'll become much more replayable.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users noting smooth performance and better power management compared to other titles, while others criticize it for unacceptably poor performance and misleading advertising.
“I find it way better than other games; the quality and performance are smooth!”
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
“I've never experienced such efficient optimization in a game before; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
“I think the performance of this game is pretty bad in terms of power.”
“Misleading ads, unacceptably bad performance.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a relaxed and enjoyable vibe, which many players appreciate.
“What can I say... I love the relaxed atmosphere of the game.”
