Alchademy

"Alchademy" is a single-player kids' quiz game featuring delightful visuals and a good soundtrack. As an apprentice alchemist, you mix ingredients, follow clues, and level up by unlocking new books and characters. Despite the grinding and numerous ads, the game offers plenty of humor and fun, though it has some bugs. Join Foxy and her magical friends in this engaging alchemy adventure.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 740 reviews

graphics72 positive mentions

monetization185 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and charming character designs that enhance the overall experience.
The concept of combining ingredients to create new items is engaging and offers a sense of discovery.
The game provides a relaxing gameplay experience, allowing players to check in periodically without feeling pressured.

The wait times for creating new items become excessively long, leading to frustration and boredom.
The game is heavily reliant on ads, with many players reporting intrusive and unskippable advertisements.
Once all the books are completed, there is little to no content left to engage with, resulting in a lack of replayability.

monetization
192 mentions
2 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, particularly unskippable ones that disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the ability to play without spending money, the overwhelming frequency and intrusiveness of ads have led to a negative impact on the overall experience, with several users wishing for a paid option to remove them entirely. Overall, the game's monetization strategy appears to prioritize ad exposure over player enjoyment, resulting in a significant number of users uninstalling the game due to ad fatigue.
- “There are some in-game purchases, but they aren't necessary, so you can enjoy the game and the beautiful art without having to pay anything.”
- “Only thing I would like to see would be an option to pay for no ads as they pop up inconveniently.”
- “Gotta have other games I guess... no ads so far.”
- “But the constant slamming you with ads is pretty gross.”
- “I absolutely despise the fact that I can't pay to get rid of ads.”
- “The game pushes monetization way too hard as well which I wouldn't mind as much if there was more to the game than picking two ingredients and waiting 5+ minutes to see what it made.”
graphics
112 mentions
64 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming art style, with many users highlighting the unique character designs and vibrant colors. However, while the visuals are appealing, they are often overshadowed by gameplay issues such as long wait times and intrusive ads, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the artwork remains a standout feature that many players appreciate.
- “The graphics are really nice, the characters are really cute, and the ingredients and creations are super unique.”
- “Alchademy as a whole looks great, the graphics are definitely its highlight for this game as it looks great; the shading is really nice as well as the color choices.”
- “The graphics are fantastic and they inspire me as a young artist.”
- “Only thing this game has going for it is its art style, but that's not enough to salvage what is ultimately a bad game.”
- “Do you enjoy intrusive microtransactions to progress through a game with little substance behind a charming art style?”
- “Kinda interesting graphics, but it would be nice if there was any kind of actual gameplay to go with it.”
gameplay
50 mentions
32 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simplistic and repetitive, often revolving around a "tap and wait" mechanic that may not satisfy players seeking more engaging challenges. While the art and design are praised, many users express frustration with intrusive ads and the lack of substantial gameplay mechanics, leading to a casual experience that feels more like an idle game. Overall, the game is seen as charming but lacking depth, making it suitable for casual play rather than dedicated gaming sessions.
- “The gameplay is solid, and finding out what mixes together is quite fun.”
- “This was a much-needed change; I love how it incorporates more than just your average alchemy game with its backstory and other gameplay elements.”
- “Addictive gameplay.”
- “Takes way too long to make anything, which really cuts down on the gameplay experience as a whole.”
- “A lot of ads, and not very much gameplay.”
- “The graphics are great, but the entire game is just a waiting mechanic to get you to spend money.”
story
15 mentions
20 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as cute and engaging, with appealing character designs and art style. However, many players express disappointment over the lack of a conclusive ending or additional story content after completing the main objectives, suggesting a desire for more missions and logical connections between recipes. Overall, while the narrative elements are appreciated, players feel that the story could benefit from further development and depth.
- “Very cute, love your style of art form and storytelling.”
- “The story is nice, love the character designs.”
- “Cute story and characters, lots of options, very engaging.”
- “I just completed all the books and was assuming there would be something after, like maybe more of the story or something.”
- “This game is absolutely adorable and fun to play, it was just a little disappointing to find that there is no ending to the story once you complete all the books.”
- “I wish there were more ingredients and more story but the style is cute and the game is fun.”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its witty ingredient descriptions, amusing character dialogues, and clever cameos, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor and creativity, finding joy in the quirky and hilarious outcomes of their concoctions. The game's charm is further amplified by its cute graphics and engaging jokes, making it both entertaining and addictive.
- “The funny descriptions of the ingredients and creations really carried the game far for me.”
- “Overall, I finished all 6 books and fell in love reading the funny descriptions and analyzing the detail and work put into everything.”
- “I enjoy how I have to really think about how well the ingredients would be able to create something both wacky and hilarious.”
music
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its cute and whimsical sound effects, as well as its fun and mysterious themes that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the relaxing background music that complements the engaging graphics and gameplay, making it a delightful addition to the game's charming atmosphere. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, creating a captivating and enjoyable environment for players.
- “Incredibly cute sound effects, and appropriately fun and mysterious music, all brought together by engaging graphics and bubble popping to pass the time!”
- “Cute spooky music too makes me wish this is what really happened when you mixed weird ingredients together in real life.”
- “It's a fun collecting game and its music is relaxing; in my opinion, it is a great game.”
- “You could just have music playing in the background and play this game.”
- “Cute spooky music makes me wish this is what really happened when you mixed weird ingredients together in real life.”
- “I love the music and the little potions, but overall it's just a really cute game.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to increasing wait times for mixtures and the need for gem farming. While there are options to speed up processes with in-game currency, many feel that the overall experience can become repetitive and frustrating, especially with frequent ads. Despite these issues, some users still enjoy the game as a casual time-passer.
- “It does get a little tedious while waiting for your mixtures to mix (and the wait gets longer with each completed mixture) but you do have the option to pay 200 coins to speed it up.”
- “My one complaint is that the wait times seem tedious and unnecessary, but at least it's not the stupid energy thing Doodle God did.”
- “I loved it, every tiny thing of it... but gem farming is a bit tedious.”
stability
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users frequently experiencing freezes that prevent them from playing for more than a short duration or even getting past the loading screen. Many players report having to force quit the game due to these persistent bugs.
- “A really cute game with nice art, but I cannot play for more than 30 seconds at a time before the game freezes and I have to force quit.”
- “Recently got this again as I loved this game previously, but it won't even let me play as it freezes past the loading screen.”
- “It freezes and will not let me get past the Google Play sign-in.”
character development
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the character designs and art style, highlighting their cuteness and thematic alignment as standout features. The overall story is also well-received, with many expressing a strong appreciation for the visual aspects of character development.
- “The character designs and the art style are so cute and match the theme perfectly.”
- “The story is nice; I love the character designs.”
- “10/10, the art and character designs are amazing!”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its charming, whimsical, and unique qualities, creating an engaging environment that encourages creativity and exploration. Players appreciate the delightful ambiance, which enhances the overall experience.
- “It has a charming atmosphere to it.”
- “I like the atmosphere the game has; it's very whimsical and unique... plus it's interesting to see what you can create.”
- “Similar to Bunnybuns, it has a good atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game has low replayability due to the absence of a New Game Plus mode, limiting opportunities for players to explore different cosmetics and experiences.
- “Low replayability; there's no New Game Plus mode to explore cosmetics.”
- “The game lacks variety in its missions, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to return.”