American Dad! Apocalypse Soon

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"American Dad! Apocalypse Soon" is a single-player role-playing game with an interesting plot and amazing game mechanics. As the Smith family bunker simulator, you'll tap to manage resources and protect your shelter during the apocalypse. Despite some grinding, frequent ads, and bugs, the game delivers hilarious moments and unique gameplay.

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Play Modes

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

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,965 reviews

humor292 positive mentions

monetization301 negative mentions

Great graphics and humor that stays true to the American Dad show.
Fun gameplay with a mix of building and battling mechanics.
Addictive and engaging, with plenty of content to keep players entertained.

Heavy reliance on microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics, making progression difficult without spending money.
Long wait times for upgrades and training, leading to frustration and boredom.
Frequent crashes and loading issues, making the game unplayable for some users.

monetization
399 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
19%
75%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to the overwhelming presence of microtransactions and high prices for in-game purchases. Players report frequent issues with ads, including crashes and failures to register rewards, leading to frustration and a perception that the game heavily favors those willing to spend money. While some acknowledge that ads are optional, the overall sentiment suggests that the game is designed to push players towards spending money to progress effectively, making it feel exploitative.
- “Just about every developer reply to reviews of this game stresses that 'in-game purchases are optional', and they often are in a game of this type.”
- “In-game purchases in our game are optional since all players have an opportunity to earn premium currency without spending real currency by completing daily activities or participating in in-game events.”
- “It's a fun game and microtransactions don't feel needed to get somewhere in this game as production is smooth and you're constantly rewarded for fights and chests you can get for free.”
- “It's a blatant cash grab just like hustle castle.”
- “The game started ok, but upgrading anything takes far too long, have to be logged in to the game for training to continue, far too many ads, and to have that as part of a daily mission, have to watch 5 or 6 ads.”
- “Basically, it's an interactive screensaver that really wants you to spend money and watch ads all the time.”
humor
293 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for being true to the "American Dad" show, featuring clever dialogue, hilarious storylines, and entertaining character interactions. Players appreciate the comedic elements that keep the gameplay engaging, with many noting the inclusion of funny references and Easter eggs from the series. Overall, the humor is a significant highlight, making the game enjoyable for fans of the show, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay pacing and monetization.
- “The game has a hilarious storyline and great gameplay with an actual campaign that keeps you going.”
- “Funny dialogue and banter between characters makes this as entertaining as the show.”
- “It's a great game and it's got the same humor as the show!”
- “The humor is dull and lacks creativity, which is disappointing for a game based on American Dad.”
- “I found the jokes to be uninspired and not funny at all, failing to capture the essence of the show.”
- “The comedic elements feel forced and fall flat, making the game less enjoyable than anticipated.”
story
232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
56%
3%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its humor and connection to the "American Dad" series. However, players express frustration over the pacing and progression, often feeling forced to spend real money to advance or being hindered by lengthy upgrade times. While the storyline is engaging, some users wish for more content and less reliance on social media for completing daily missions.
- “The storyline is perfect.”
- “The story is very immersive and well balanced.”
- “Great game, I adore the graphics and it has a cute little story line to go along with it.”
- “The sad part is that you will also reach a point where you need to spend real money just to progress the story any further.”
- “Pretty fun game, but there are a lot of points where you have to stop progressing in the story for a few days or even a week to level up your house and characters before you're able to continue.”
- “I love the game but I find myself getting stuck on one mission for days because I won't spend money.”
graphics
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
17%
2%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, authenticity, and vibrant art style that aligns well with the source material. While some players noted minor issues such as stuttering or a lack of animation, the overall consensus highlights the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience. Many reviews also emphasize the smoothness of the graphics and their contribution to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “The graphics are amazing, it looks really authentic as the cartoon show itself.”
- “Overall, this is a good game with good graphics and easy to play.”
- “Amazing game, incredible graphics, no glitches so far, thumbs up.”
- “Graphics stutter and freeze constantly, being a cartoon and hardly 3D, how does this use so many resources?”
- “It's not high graphics, it's not even really animated all that much.”
- “The graphics need improvement and I hope they see this comment but please make the characters have voices when in a conversation.”
gameplay
168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
40%
11%
The gameplay of the game is generally enjoyable and features engaging mechanics, particularly for fans of the "American Dad" series, with a humorous storyline and solid graphics. However, many users express frustration with the steep learning curve, repetitive nature, and heavy reliance on pay-to-win mechanics, which can hinder progression and make the experience feel grindy. While some appreciate the fun and addictive elements, the overwhelming presence of microtransactions and the game's similarity to titles like "Fallout Shelter" and "Hustle Castle" lead to mixed reviews regarding its overall gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and there's a lot to do, especially in the beginning your 'shelter' (house) grows fast and steady and the mechanics are presented at a nice pace.”
- “Gameplay is awesome and very time consuming.”
- “I love the gameplay; it's really fun and I am a huge fan of the show. The fact that the main premise of the game is to make clones, which are Roger's personas, is genius. I definitely recommend it to anyone.”
- “Eventually you hit the paywall and gameplay slows unless you pay.”
- “Gameplay is boring and very repetitive.”
- “The game forces microtransactions on you, and uses game mechanics to sell you a 'character' that collects your resources, because the game can't store your resources directly in the storage room without you 'tapping the icon'.”
stability
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
2%
90%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and lag that render it nearly unplayable. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to load properly or maintain functionality during gameplay, particularly after updates. While some users note occasional smooth experiences, the overwhelming consensus highlights persistent bugs and glitches that detract from overall enjoyment.
- “No glitches or pay to win.”
- “This game is amazing and fun; there are no glitches, everything runs smoothly. I suggest downloading it.”
- “Damn nice game, no lags, no glitches or bugs. Really good game developer, keep up the new interesting updates.”
- “But it lags and freezes so bad to the point that it's literally unplayable.”
- “The game is freezing and crashing far too much; I have a Samsung S21 Ultra, and when I load a battle, the game freezes, with the only option being to close the game and reopen it.”
- “Unfortunately, this game is unplayable for me; it freezes up every second or two and becomes totally unresponsive.”
grinding
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, which many players find tedious and unbalanced, especially at higher levels. While some enjoy the initial gameplay, they quickly become frustrated with the slow progression and the heavy reliance on in-app purchases to advance. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a major drawback, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab rather than a rewarding experience.
- “It seems a bit one-dimensional and it doesn't feel rewarding to play, just grindy.”
- “Unfortunate it comes with a lot of the same issues, including several different in-game currencies, inept power rating system, heavy pay-to-win system, too many microtransactions, and far too much grinding for such little reward.”
- “This alone made me uninstall because after all that grinding the game makes you pay to have level 70 players.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
69%
15%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players finding it repetitive, annoying, and lacking in catchiness. Users expressed a desire for a volume control feature and more engaging tracks, particularly those that reflect the show's themes, as the current music often feels out of place or reminiscent of other games. Overall, while some players found the music soothing, the majority agree that it detracts from the overall experience.
- “Pretty fun game, was hoping for more American Dad-ish soundtrack; besides that, animation and reference to the actual show is pretty good.”
- “Music is soothing enough to actually have it on.”
- “Nice music.”
- “The music is a tiny bit loud but turning it off takes away some of the experience of playing.”
- “It doesn't even have catchy music to it.”
- “But the music is horrible.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others have experienced significant issues such as freezing, crashing, and lagging, particularly after updates. Overall, there is a call for improved optimization to address the performance problems that have emerged over time.
- “This game is amazing and fun; there are no glitches, everything runs smoothly. I suggest downloading it.”
- “The game runs smoothly and is fun to play.”
- “Runs smoothly with no problem for me.”
- “I used to love this game, but over the years it's become nearly unplayable due to performance issues with the app itself (freezing, crashing, lagging, etc.). Every update just makes it run worse.”
- “Great game, horrible performance issues.”
- “Can this be optimized in some way?”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting the distress caused by losing progress and the investment of time and money. The frustration of account issues and the desire for better safeguards against accidental purchases further amplify the emotional stakes involved in their gaming experience.
- “Absolutely love this game! I've been playing it for almost 2 years now (I think, I'm not the best with time), but I cried after trying to switch my account 'chicken' over to my latest phone and all my progress was lost, and I was given instead the tutorial.”
- “After spending $20 and putting in a bunch of time, reaching level 15 and fighters at 133k over the last two weeks, I just don't think I have the emotional fortitude to start over.”