Addams Family: Mystery Mansion
- October 9, 2019
- PIXOWL INC.
Addams Family: Mystery Mansion is a simulation game that offers a good story and humorous elements with fantastic visuals. In this game, you can design, build, and decorate a spooky mansion for the Addams Family and experience their eerie adventures. However, be prepared for lots of grinding, frequent advertisements, and some bugs that can impact the overall gameplay experience.
Reviews
- Great graphics and fun gameplay that captures the essence of the Addams Family.
- The game is engaging and offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the franchise.
- Customer support is responsive and helpful in resolving issues.
- The game is heavily reliant on in-app purchases, making it difficult to progress without spending money.
- Many users experience bugs, such as characters disappearing or the game crashing.
- The wait times for tasks and the need for gems to unlock characters and rooms can be frustrating.
- story281 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 88 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as cute and engaging, featuring humorous dialogue and nostalgic references to the Addams Family. However, players express frustration with the quest system, noting that many missions require premium currency, leading to a pay-to-win dynamic that hampers progression and enjoyment. Additionally, bugs and a lack of available quests after certain levels contribute to a sense of stagnation, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
“The storyline is quite interesting and new assimilation and camper projects are planned perfectly.”
“The animations are amusing and there's a storyline behind the game as you go through different levels, and there are loads of small yet amusing details the creators thought of.”
“Great game so far..but now I can't continue because there are no more quests & I haven't reached level 5.. it was ok when installed but since I finished the seasonal knight quests, I can't continue quests anymore.”
“I can't progress because there are no new storylines appearing.”
“You are basically required to make a purchase to continue; by then I was already tired of the nonexistent storyline and endless wants to continue.”
“I find this game to be nothing but a money pit; there is no storyline, the rewards are almost nonexistent unless you pay to play, and it's just repetitive crafting.”
- monetization182 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 81 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized for being overly aggressive and frustrating, with many players reporting that ads often fail to provide promised rewards, leading to a sense of being forced into in-app purchases. Users express dissatisfaction with the high costs of in-game items and the frequent interruptions from ads, which can crash the game and hinder progress. Overall, the game is perceived as a cash grab, with players feeling that they must spend money to advance effectively.
“I love this game, I've had no issues with in-app purchases or downloading updates.”
“You can progress through the game without paying; I wish they wouldn't throw their microtransactions in your face all the time.”
“Worth spending money for in-app purchases.”
“My biggest problems are 1) constant pop-up ads to buy gems or other items and 2) sometimes my task list just disappears.”
“I shouldn't be forced to spend money on a game to be able to keep leveling up, or be stuck watching ads forever.”
“The ads don't work, and the fact it's 250 gems for the next room, then another 70 for a plant at level 4 is ridiculous.”
- stability104 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous stability issues, including frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. While some users report minor bugs that can be resolved with customer support, many express frustration over the game's unreliability, particularly during ad interactions and item collection. Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
“The game is only a week old, and has already been saddled with glitches that render the game useless.”
“This game is so full of bugs and glitches and problems with paying out rewards after watching videos to earn them, overall I am very displeased and I won't be wasting my time playing this again until they address these issues along with the issue of the stupid game not responding and me having to force close it every 5 minutes.”
“I just got it and every time I try to do the matching game it freezes or goes to a black screen.”
- graphics72 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised, with many users describing them as cute, amazing, and well-designed, effectively capturing the game's aesthetic. However, some players noted issues with bugs and the tediousness of gameplay, which can detract from the visual experience. Despite these concerns, the graphics remain a standout feature, contributing to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“The graphics are amazing and my favorite part of the game is decorating their mansion!”
“Graphics are outstanding, the gameplay is exciting and has all the eye tricks to get your attention.”
“Such a smooth, glitch-free interface – special mention to the graphics team for providing such high-quality graphics.”
“Graphics are distorted.”
“5 stars for the graphics but the gameplay sucks.”
“The only thing it had going for it that was different was the characters, yet the art style is weird and doesn't portray the characters well.”
- gameplay41 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the graphics and nostalgic elements but criticizing the tedious mechanics and slow progression. Users noted issues with bugs, microtransactions, and a lack of clear objectives, which detracted from the overall experience. While some found the gameplay enjoyable and simple to follow, others felt it was repetitive and marred by pay-to-play elements, leading to frustration.
“I love the game completely, gameplay and controls are simple to follow.”
“This game is really fun to play, great gameplay, cool graphics, good way to pass time, please download.”
“Gameplay and style is really good but if you don't have Wednesday you can't reach level 5 and I'm not spending my money.”
“Concept is good, graphics are good but buggy, gameplay is tedious.”
“Terrible gameplay - for starters there is barely any information as to what the purpose of the game is when you start, and then there are furniture placing glitches which are infuriating and the advert rewards do not work.”
“The relentless and unending events made the gameplay harder and tedious.”
- humor22 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its cute quests, hilarious dialogue, and the ability to capture the essence of the associated movie or show. Many find the game entertaining and funny, making it a delightful experience, although some users noted technical issues that detracted from their enjoyment. Overall, the humor adds a charming and engaging layer to the gameplay.
“Hilarious dialogue between missions.”
“Game is funny and entertaining, I can feel the Addams atmosphere.”
“Awesome and super funny.”
- grinding19 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious, repetitive, and time-consuming, with many players expressing frustration over long wait times and the need for excessive farming to progress. While some acknowledge the game's potential and good graphics, the overwhelming sentiment is that the grinding mechanics detract significantly from the overall enjoyment, making it feel like a money pit rather than a rewarding experience.
“Some of the tasks are a bit tedious at times with long wait times.”
“The relentless and unending events made the gameplay harder and tedious.”
“Too much grinding needed even at the start of the game.”
- music12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it fun and nostalgic, particularly enjoying the eerie themes that enhance the atmosphere, others criticize it for being limited and basic. There are requests for a wider variety of background music and improvements to the audio experience, as some users have encountered issues with playing their own music simultaneously. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's enjoyment for many, but there is room for enhancement.
“Fun, absorbing and love the music!”
“Love the music and the characters ☺️”
“Two thumbs up for the game, the retro feel of the mansion and the eerie music brings back so many memories.”
“I'd also like to have a wider variety of background music.”
“Audio and music is very limited and basic.”
“When I try to listen to music while playing the game, my music won't work. Please fix that.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting feelings of disappointment and heartbreak due to accidental deletions, while also noting the fun and wholesome nature of the game. However, some find the story boring and experience frustration with the gameplay mechanics, particularly the difficulty in interacting with characters.
“That is heartbreaking, and I am disappointed with this game.”
“The emotional depth of the characters is lacking, making it hard to connect with their struggles.”
“I found the story to be uninspiring and emotionally flat, which made it difficult to stay engaged.”
“The game fails to evoke any real emotions, leaving me feeling indifferent to the characters' journeys.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging and humorous tone, effectively capturing the essence of the Addams Family. Players find it entertaining and immersive, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The atmosphere is nice and the story is engaging.”
“The game is funny and entertaining; I can really feel the Addams Family atmosphere! 😁😁”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has significantly improved since its early version, with users now reporting smooth performance and a positive experience.
“Previously, I gave this game 1 star because it was a very early version that didn't work, but now the game runs smoothly for me, and I love it!”
“The optimization in this game has improved significantly, making my gameplay experience much more enjoyable.”
“I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization; the game runs flawlessly on my device now.”