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aa is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

"AA" is a free action game for Android devices, described as the "hello world" app for the platform. The game boasts spectacular graphics and a funny story, but is disturbed by frequent ads and plagued by bugs. Despite these issues, the wholesome story and entertaining gameplay may still appeal to some players.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,974 reviews

humor19 positive mentions

monetization708 negative mentions

monetization
732 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players report that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing, with frequent interruptions from both video and banner ads, leading to frustration and a desire for an ad-free purchase option. While some users find the game enjoyable, the excessive ads have led to numerous uninstalls and negative ratings, indicating a need for developers to reconsider their ad placement and frequency.
- “I love this game; it has no ads and it's just awesome! ”
- “Please give me the option for no ads; I will pay for it. Love this game, hate the ads.”
- “5 stars if I could pay for no ads... 3 stars with ads.”
- “This game would be a 4-star game if the advertisements weren't so oppressive.”
- “The creators felt that it was necessary to throw so many advertisements that said advertisements lag the game.”
- “Way too many ads, super annoying, probably going to quit soon because of it.”
stability
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
2%
96%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay, often causing them to lose unexpectedly. Many players also mention issues with ads that exacerbate the experience, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation of the game. While some users find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming consensus is that the stability issues significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “There are no glitches or anything like that.”
- “No glitches.”
- “This game sucks every time you try and play it always glitches and ends up messing you up. The graphics are terrible, too many ads, this game needs to be fixed!”
- “I'm very disappointed, this game has had 11 glitches in the last hour and a half; thus, I probably would have been on level 30 if this thing hadn't had so many glitches.”
- “The game always glitches; every time I win, it glitches and goes red.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
64%
18%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over repetitive tracks and the inability to customize or change the music. While some enjoy the background music, others find it annoying and distracting, especially when ads interrupt their listening experience. Overall, players suggest the need for more variety in the soundtrack and better controls for music settings.
- “I love the background music so much but I can't download it.”
- “Addicting with a catchy soundtrack.”
- “This is a good simple game and it's also good because I can listen to my own music with it.”
- “It's horrible, same song all over again, annoying.”
- “The music is very boring.”
- “For godsake, can you change this song? I mean, you kind of get bored listening to the same song for ages.”
humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it simple yet effective and entertaining. While some users express a desire for more innovative comedic elements, the general consensus is that the game elicits laughter and enjoyable reactions, making it a fun experience. However, a few players also note that the humor can sometimes feel repetitive or annoying.
- “It's perfect: it's simple but funny.”
- “I love this game, it is so funny .”
- “It is funny to see people's reactions trying to beat a level.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
22%
17%
Overall, the graphics of the game received mixed reviews, with many users praising them as "great," "beautiful," and "high level," contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, some players criticized the graphics as "ugly" or "low," indicating inconsistency in quality. Despite the varied opinions, the majority found the graphics to be a strong point of the game.
- “Great graphics”
- “This game is so addicting and a really great time killer, all the graphics and everything is so perfect.”
- “From the graphics to the gameplay, everything is awesome.”
- “This game sucks every time you try and play it always glitches and ends up messing you up. The graphics are terrible too many ads this game needs to be fixed!”
- “Ugly stupid low graphics.”
- “Can't compare to high graphic or strategy games.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users finding it repetitive, shallow, and often laggy, even on high-end devices. While some appreciate the simple and reflex-based mechanics, others criticize the intrusive ads that disrupt the experience, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay lacks innovation and excitement, making it less appealing for those seeking engaging and dynamic experiences.
- “Thanks for a great 2.5 hours of gameplay!”
- “If you're into fun, addictive gameplay or watching ads, this game is for you.”
- “A great combination between simple gameplay and reflexes.”
- “I'm sorry but the game was really boring. It was repetitive; there was nothing wrong with the graphics or ads, and there were no glitches, but the gameplay wasn't exciting or innovative at all.”
- “The gameplay is so laggy!”
- “I have a high-end device and still it lags a lot. Sticky gameplay.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express significant frustration with the game's mechanics, particularly regarding inconsistent touch detection and unexpected failures that lead to feelings of unfairness and helplessness. Many users report that the game often penalizes them for actions they did not take, creating a sense of emotional distress and discouragement, especially as they progress to higher levels. Despite enjoying the game's concept, the technical issues detract from the overall experience, leading some to consider quitting.
- “It is a beautiful app that can teach the player how to concentrate when they tap the phone screen to put the small ball on the big one without touching each other.”
- “I was loving the game, but got to level 63 and it throws one without even touching the screen, or it does throw it but waits late or somewhere you haven't touched.”
- “I understand it's a challenge as the levels get higher, but this really makes me not want to play this game anymore.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game's story is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay, with players finding it addictive and challenging as they progress through various levels. Some missions may seem difficult, but they are ultimately conquerable, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The game has a captivating storyline that keeps you engaged.”
- “The missions are challenging yet addictive, making the story even more compelling.”
- “I love how the story unfolds as you progress through the levels.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “There is little to no character development throughout the game.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from notable performance issues, including stuttering and glitches, even on high-end devices, leading many users to recommend avoiding it until these problems are addressed. Users express a willingness to improve their ratings if optimization is improved.
- “That plus stuttering issues on the most high-end phones and other glitches that cause game failure make this one a game to stay away from, at least until the issues are patched.”
- “If you can fix the random stuttering, then I'll give it 5 stars.”
- “I'm experiencing a small performance issue.”