Alto's Adventure

About

Alto's Adventure is a single-player sport game with ingenious mechanics and gorgeous visuals, where you join Alto and his friends on an endless snowboarding journey through varied landscapes. Brave the elements, rescue llamas, and outwit elders while experiencing a dense atmosphere, humor, and even emotional moments. However, be aware of frequent ads, grinding, and some bugs that can detract from the overall experience.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,996 reviews

music675 positive mentions

monetization599 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and calming music create a relaxing atmosphere.
The game offers a Zen mode that allows for endless play without the pressure of scoring.
Simple controls make it easy to pick up and play, while still providing a fun challenge.

Frequent ads disrupt gameplay, often appearing after every run.
Some players experience bugs where the jump function becomes unresponsive.
The night mode can make it difficult to see obstacles, leading to frustrating crashes.

music
1,161 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
41%
1%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the beautiful soundtrack, particularly in zen mode, which allows for a calming escape. However, some users note that the music can become repetitive over time, suggesting a desire for more variety in the tracks. Overall, the combination of serene music and stunning visuals creates a captivating atmosphere that many find therapeutic.
- “The atmosphere created by the visuals, music, sound effects, and choice of environment is amazing and my favorite part of the game.”
- “The music is really relaxing in zen mode.”
- “The soundtrack is gorgeous.”
- “The music gets annoying on the second playthrough (but can be turned off).”
- “I just wanted to say that I don't like when I die; every time it starts the same song again and again.”
- “The only problem is that it's super repetitive; the song is always the same, and there aren't too many places.”
graphics
1,086 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
21%
1%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, simplicity, and calming aesthetic, creating a relaxing atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many users highlight the stunning visuals, smooth animations, and the harmonious integration of graphics with the soothing soundtrack, making it a standout feature of the game. However, some players note occasional issues with visibility during nighttime gameplay and crowded screens that can hinder gameplay.
- “The atmosphere created by the visuals, music, sound effects, and choice of environment is amazing and my favorite part of the game.”
- “Beautiful graphics, nice gameplay, simple in the best way.”
- “The graphics are amazing and there have been plenty of moments when I've had to pause to do something and I pause on an amazing skyscape that I can't help but screenshot.”
- “Jump control often won't work; the graphics are too crowded that you can't even see the rock obstacle.”
- “Game is good, no random ads (what a relief)... but stones are not visible, which is the only annoying part... visuals need to be improved... night video is a total kill, nothing is visible...”
- “The graphics are actually shaking or freezing for a split second, especially when about to jump off anything.”
monetization
653 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
1%
92%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which often disrupt gameplay and can be unskippable. Many players express frustration over mandatory ads appearing after nearly every run, with some noting that even purchasing an ad-free version does not eliminate all ads. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for free-to-play models, the general consensus is that the current implementation detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “The microtransactions are not required to beat the game, but the one-time 'no ads' purchase is totally worth it.”
- “Definitely one of my favorites that comes highly recommended to those who want a calm and fun adventure and also there's little to no ads!”
- “A great, relaxing game where there are no ads at all in my experience!”
- “The aggressive advertising frequency really diminishes my attraction to the content.”
- “This game was amazing and they ruined it with ads.”
- “The ads completely destroy the experience.”
gameplay
349 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
32%
4%
The gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, simplicity, and engaging mechanics, making it both relaxing and addictive. Players appreciate the charming graphics and soothing music that enhance the overall experience, although some mention occasional bugs and a lack of variety in gameplay. While the controls are easy to learn, some users feel that the gameplay can become repetitive and that certain mechanics could use improvement.
- “The gameplay is smooth and absolutely fantastic, unlike anything I've ever seen.”
- “The gameplay itself is fun and sometimes challenging, while zen mode keeps the balance between hard and easy, as well as the fact that it's so darn satisfying when you land a chain of tricks.”
- “Beautiful graphics, awesome music, simple gameplay.”
- “The major gripe I have is that its over-simplistic gameplay, the unlocks take way too long to save up for and don't change the game much at all.”
- “The actual gameplay is not well thought out, and hardly any real content... nothing ever progresses in this game and the primary skill you hone is distinguishing llamas from rocks in the dark and foreseeing the future to avoid random rocks that are unavoidable if you jumped.”
- “Unplayable, adverts way too often disrupt any bit of gameplay every time you die an advert plays makes it unplayable, especially if you're trying to get started and into the game ridiculous really should have a better system for showing adverts - monetization at its worst.”
story
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
65%
8%
The game's story is generally perceived as simplistic and underdeveloped, with many players noting that while it starts with a premise of saving llamas, this narrative quickly becomes secondary to the gameplay mechanics and missions. While some appreciate the lighthearted nature and visuals, others express a desire for a more engaging storyline and clearer mission objectives, as the quests often feel repetitive and frustrating due to bugs and difficulty spikes. Overall, the game is enjoyed for its fun mechanics and aesthetics, but it lacks a compelling narrative depth.
- “The music, the concept, the story... everything is just perfect.”
- “This was a really good game, it's like a piece of art, good story/concept, good music, good artwork and colors.”
- “Great game, I love the simple yet beautiful background, graphics, and story!”
- “The title and introduction are a bit misleading as it first seems to lend itself to a story... there isn't one, not really as although at the start it tells you all about saving llamas, as you progress it becomes somewhat of a side objective.”
- “So if you're looking for a game with a deep story about llamas, then you ain't getting that.”
- “It's super smooth and was fun... but nothing interesting... or any variety in gameplay... no story either.”
stability
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezing, lagging, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced smooth performance, many others have noted that issues such as unresponsive controls and game crashes significantly detract from their overall enjoyment. Overall, the game appears to suffer from a range of stability problems that can make it frustrating to play.
- “This game is amazing, no glitches, and really good gameplay.”
- “Best game ever! No ads, no glitches, literally nothing bad, and the game is super relaxing. I recommend everyone to save money for the wingsuit because it's super helpful.”
- “It's a great game, really fun, and no glitches!”
- “Also, the game randomly freezes and then closes sometimes.”
- “The game is super buggy now, it glitches too often, making the game harder to play.”
- “Used to be my favorite game, but now it always freezes without fail within the first 15 seconds of opening the app.”
atmosphere
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
11%
7%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, calming music, and immersive sound design, creating a relaxing and therapeutic experience for players. Many reviewers highlight the minimalistic style and zen mode as key elements that enhance the overall ambiance, making it an ideal choice for stress relief. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as beautiful, soothing, and engaging, contributing significantly to its appeal.
- “The atmosphere created by the visuals, music, sound effects, and choice of environment is amazing and my favorite part of the game.”
- “The visuals, music, and gameplay are really atmospheric and beautiful.”
- “The atmosphere, music, and sound design are top notch, and the gameplay is fun and addicting.”
- “Horrendously long adverts, badly placed with no skips take you out of the atmosphere/mood of the game.”
- “The atmosphere of this game is all about taking a step back and relaxing, pondering the moment.”
- “It's soothing and love the atmosphere.”
emotional
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players describe the game as a deeply emotional and wholesome experience, highlighting its breathtaking visuals, soothing music, and relaxing gameplay. Many express that it evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears, due to its calming atmosphere and nostalgic memories associated with playing. Despite some technical issues, the overall sentiment is that the game provides a magical and heartwarming escape, making it a must-play for those seeking emotional engagement.
- “It's beautiful, magic, easy to play and so relaxing, the music is unforgettable and touching and the sceneries are a piece of art.”
- “I played it like 2-3 years ago, I really enjoyed it and sometimes it made me cry, I don't know why, maybe because it's so 'pure' and calming, I am installing it again now.”
- “I don't personally know you developers but your game made me cry... how someone can make something so beautiful and sad at the same time.”
grinding
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can be enjoyable and relaxing at first, it often becomes tedious and repetitive, especially after reaching higher levels. Some users appreciate the simplicity and minimal ads, making it a good choice for casual play, but many express frustration with the grinding sound and the feeling of grinding for little reward. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, particularly when it feels like a chore rather than a fun challenge.
- “It gets tedious trying to do challenges when the opportunity rarely arises.”
- “It's just grinding for more stuff by doing the same thing over and over again.”
- “I felt like I was grinding for nothing at that point.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as quirky and entertaining, with players enjoying the randomness of character actions and amusing glitches. While some find the humor engaging and a highlight of the experience, others feel it can occasionally lead to boredom. Overall, the game is appreciated for its lightheartedness and comedic elements, making it appealing to those who enjoy a fun and silly gaming experience.
- “It's not your typical subway surfer, where nothing really goes on except the same obstacles over and over again, and the characters are hilariously overpriced.”
- “Mostly because it's funny to just see the characters do random things.”
- “Very funny to play, I loved it! Make some specifications like upgrades, different places, and so on.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and good graphics across various devices, including those with lower specifications. However, some players have noted issues such as bugs, increased ads, and specific device compatibility problems, particularly with certain models like the Xiaomi Mi 8.
- “This game is absolutely beautiful in terms of both art style, music, performance, and smoothness in playing.”
- “Great physics, idea, and overall performance of the game is just great.”
- “Good graphics and great optimization.”
- “Had to ruin it now that the new one is out, I guess. Way more ads, bugs, and performance issues.”
- “Game is highly not optimized.”
- “Lacks optimization for Xiaomi Mi 8.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the numerous objectives and freeride options that enhance replay value, others find the goals arbitrary and the gameplay repetitive, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- “The objectives are nice to shoot for, but this game has a ton of replayability even doing freeride.”
- “It has a lot of replayability too.”
- “I no longer like chasing fifty sets of arbitrary goals to enhance replayability.”
- “The objectives are nice to shoot for, but this game lacks meaningful replayability.”
- “It has a lot of replayability too, but it feels repetitive after a while.”