4 Pics 1 Word

"4 Pics 1 Word: Guess The Word" is a casual game that presents players with four pictures representing a common theme or concept, with the goal of guessing the word that links them together. The game offers daily puzzles and is designed to challenge your brain and improve your vocabulary. However, it is worth noting that the experience can be marred by occasional bugs and intrusive ads. The game's self-description as "Word Guess & Picture Games" accurately conveys its core mechanics and goals.

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Reviews

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

monetization2,027 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, providing a good challenge for the brain.
It helps improve vocabulary and spelling skills while being entertaining.
The multiplayer feature allows for friendly competition, enhancing the overall experience.

There are too many ads, often interrupting gameplay after every few puzzles.
The game does not save progress when switching devices, forcing players to start over.
Some pictures do not correlate well with the words, leading to confusion.

monetization
2,073 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive frequency and length of ads, often claiming they disrupt gameplay. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the overwhelming number—often described as occurring after every few puzzles—has led to a diminished gaming experience, prompting many to consider uninstalling the app or opting for paid ad-free versions. Additionally, issues with the ad removal feature and the perceived stinginess of in-game rewards further exacerbate user dissatisfaction.
- “I paid for no ads and it really does help.”
- “It has little to no ads and is completely free, while still being captivating with its design.”
- “There is no need for any of the microtransactions unless you're willing to pay for the no-ad premium, which is inexpensive, but I suppose you could save your change for something else.”
- “The game is fun but the advertising is far too much, every time you solve one level an ad pops out, and can't exit it have to wait 40 seconds, be more fun with less ads.”
- “I understand the need for ads but it's insanely excessive. You literally spend long watching ads than you do playing the game, especially in early levels.”
- “The ads are ridiculous and then when I paid to have them stop it only stopped them for that day. It's become hopeless now... I have never seen such a greedy game.”
graphics
30 mentions
63 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their clarity and appeal, while others criticize them for being pixelated or cheap. Despite the positive comments about the visual quality, the frequent ads detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players. Some users suggest that improvements are needed, particularly in terms of detail and clarity.
- “Amazing game.. the graphics are cool, and it's also very interesting especially when you're winning. Just that the ads can be annoying at times. I think they should be reduced... it's still a pretty dope game though!”
- “The graphics are clear, nice job.”
- “Fantastic game with superb graphics.”
- “The graphics are very pixelated when enlarged, making it impossible to see the expected details.”
- “So the maker of this game is requested to improve its graphics.”
- “It's an amazing game; I would have given it a five-star rating, but the graphics of the pictures are not so clear. The application engineers should improve the graphics.”
stability
29 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and crashes, particularly after recent updates. Many players experience issues such as the app freezing on correct answers, prolonged loading times for daily puzzles, and problems with ads causing the game to become unresponsive. While some users appreciate the gameplay, the overall consensus highlights a need for improvements in stability to enhance the gaming experience.
- “But now this game is very glitchy and sometimes my phone freezes and it needs an internet connection, which is the thing I hate the most.”
- “I am using this app for quite a long time, but for the last month or so after the app update, the app freezes all the time and crashes several times.”
- “Game was fun but continuously blacks out and glitches every few puzzles.”
gameplay
26 mentions
23 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and simple, catering to casual players, but is heavily marred by excessive advertisements that disrupt the experience, often resulting in more ad time than actual gameplay. Users have noted that recent updates have introduced unnecessary animations and lag, further slowing down the gameplay and diminishing interest. While some appreciate the multiplayer aspect and find the game fun and challenging, the overwhelming presence of ads has led many to consider uninstalling.
- “The UI is seamless, and the gameplay is simple for people who want a casual time.”
- “And I love the new multiplayer gameplay... sweet legendary game!!!!”
- “This game is so good, and it's the best game that I ever played. Even though I was stuck on a level, it's still fun, and I improved my vocabulary because of its challenging gameplay.”
- “They force you to leave the current puzzle and look at the new unnecessary mechanics which are obviously for their revenue.”
- “Downgraded to 3 stars due to unnecessary animations that were added that don't serve any purpose except to slow down gameplay and annoy people.”
- “Each update seems to be making the gameplay slower and slower with unnecessary animations and lag in between levels.”
music
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, primarily due to intrusive ads that play loud, annoying music and disrupt users' personal playlists. Many players express frustration over the inability to mute these ads, which not only interrupt their gaming experience but also pause their own music. While some users suggest adding more soothing music to enhance the gameplay, the current ad experience significantly detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Awesome!...but can you add soothing music to make it more enjoyable and please add more stunning features in the next update. 😎✌ Edit: I've eliminated one star because of the disruptive ads.”
- “I just have an opinion... try adding nice, calming music please.... 😄 That's it, best game ever!”
- “Good for when I'm listening to music and bored. 😁😁”
- “It's impossible to mute the ads, so I have to listen to annoying music blaring every few seconds.”
- “I understand it's free to play, but being forced to listen to annoying music from a game that I'm not interested in does not make me want to play anymore.”
- “Ads will pop up and my music stops.”
humor
19 mentions
95 % positive mentions
-11 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it both funny and entertaining, often enhancing their enjoyment while learning. While some players noted that certain puzzles could be more clever or humorous, the overall sentiment is that the game provides a refreshing and amusing experience, making it enjoyable for players of all ages. Additionally, the humor contributes positively to vocabulary building and learning, making it a valuable educational tool.
- “Very funny and relaxing game app. I enjoyed it a lot and I love it! ❤️❤️❤️”
- “So funny, entertaining, and helps us to build vocabulary.”
- “It's a funny game for learning English.”
- “Not funny, please.”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
optimization
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while some users report smooth performance and minimal ad interference, others have experienced stuttering and performance issues in recent days.
- “Runs smoothly on both my devices, the ads are not too intrusive and it's a great way to pass the time... highly recommended!!!”
- “This game is a nice exercise for the brain's performance.”
- “I noticed that for the past few days, the app's performance has not been satisfactory.”
- “The game keeps stuttering and won't advance.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration and emotional exhaustion when faced with the need to restart their progress after switching devices, highlighting the emotional toll of technical issues in gaming.
- “How do you think that has made me feel?”
- “Having to start all over again on changing gadgets is emotionally consuming.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be sometimes tedious, with some clues being misleading or poorly placed, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
- “Sometimes tedious.”
- “Mind-numbing grinding, but some clues are misleading or out of place...”
- “The grinding feels repetitive and lacks meaningful rewards.”
story
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the quests and narrative elements. However, there are suggestions for improvement, such as the ability to utilize daily quests more effectively.
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability, noting that the inclusion of free hints enhances the overall experience and encourages continued engagement.
- “The game offers a variety of challenges that keep me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies I can try.”
- “The inclusion of free hints adds to the enjoyment and encourages me to replay.”