Angry Birds Journey
- March 5, 2020
- Rovio Entertainment
Angry Birds Journey is a slingshot-style game where players join Red and his friends to defeat piggies and rescue hairs. The game features relaxed, puzzle-solving gameplay with new levels added weekly. Completing levels earns tokens for rewards, with no time limit or pressure to hurry.
Reviews
- graphics274 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the colorful and cute art style, while others criticize it for being simplistic or childish compared to previous Angry Birds titles. Some players find the visuals enjoyable and well-designed, enhancing the overall experience, while others feel the graphics have regressed or lack the depth and detail expected from the franchise. Overall, the graphics are seen as appealing to a younger audience, but not universally appreciated by long-time fans.
“The graphics are awesome and it's a great way to relax or unwind.”
“Amazing graphics and creative storyline.”
“Great graphics and wonderful physics makes a very fun game for all who play.”
“Blocky and not just in a descriptive sense to the graphics.”
“The graphics are the most disappointing out of all.”
“Graphics are wayyy sub-par as compared to the other Angry Birds games.”
- monetization169 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over excessive ads and aggressive microtransaction prompts. While some users appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and the option to play without constant interruptions, others feel that the game subtly pushes them towards in-app purchases to progress. Overall, the sentiment leans towards a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization, with a preference for minimal ads and less emphasis on cash grabs.
“No ads to annoy you.”
“Tons of hours of play before you even consider spending money and no ads.”
“I really enjoyed the fun and strategic gameplay offered with no advertisement disturbance.”
“The game is fun, but they added too many new mechanics, all of which run out and push you towards microtransactions to refill them.”
“Cash grab/pay to play game like everything else.”
“This game just doesn't feel like the Angry Birds I know; it feels somewhat cheap and seems more like a cash grab than anything else.”
- stability148 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and crashes that disrupt gameplay and result in lost progress and lives. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to function smoothly, particularly after updates, leading to a negative impact on their overall experience. While some users report no issues, the overwhelming sentiment highlights a need for improvements in stability to enhance playability.
“No glitches, nothing.”
“Best graphics, no glitches, no bugs.”
“Very enjoyable, I've had no glitches or any issues. I love the gameplay and the graphics.”
“But the glitches that cause the game to reload, losing progress and losing lives are very aggravating.”
“Great game but it freezes at about level 190 and it is impossible to unfreeze.”
“This game has so many glitches and I keep losing my free birds. Please get this fixed or I will delete this game!”
- gameplay95 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the latest Angry Birds installment has received mixed reviews, with many players feeling that it lacks the charm and challenge of the original series. Critics highlight the over-simplification of mechanics, reliance on randomness, and a frustrating life system that detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the new mechanics and find the game enjoyable, others argue that it feels too easy and geared towards a younger audience, leading to a less satisfying gameplay experience.
“I really enjoyed the fun and strategic gameplay offered with no advertisement disturbance.”
“Brilliant game...eye-pleasing graphics and all the excellent gameplay we associate with Angry Birds.”
“Love the new gameplay style and use of birds.”
“The game mechanics are designed so you lose about 80% of the time.”
“While the art style is okay, the gameplay, the level design, the birds, and almost everything is severely watered down and dumbed down.”
“The new mechanics mean much less dependence on player skill and much more reliance on randomness, creating an unsatisfying game.”
- humor56 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, particularly due to the funny animations and sound effects. Users appreciate the comedic elements, including the quirky character designs and amusing gameplay, which contribute to an enjoyable experience. However, some concerns were raised about the game's messaging regarding theft, despite the overall lighthearted tone.
“Superb graphics and funny idle animations.”
“This game is so funny 😅 I like this game.”
“It's a fun game and the characters are hilarious 😆.”
- music47 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its calming and soothing qualities, while others find it bland, generic, or even boring compared to previous titles in the series. Many users express a desire for more dynamic or upbeat tracks, as the current soundtrack is perceived as too peaceful for an action-oriented game. Overall, while some enjoy the relaxing ambiance, others feel it detracts from the excitement of gameplay.
“I love this game, it is so relaxing, the characters and the piggies are so cute... graphics are amazing and the music is soothing.”
“A great time killer with crisp graphics and calming music.”
“Beautiful graphics, levels and peaceful music.”
“The gameplay is boring, the puzzles are boring, the music is boring.”
“The music is so generic you die of boredom or fall asleep.”
“The music is bland compared to previous games and I wished they did better.”
- story36 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its creative elements and structure, while others criticize it for being underdeveloped and lacking engaging narrative depth. Many users noted that the storytelling is primarily visual rather than animated, leading to a disconnect with the gameplay experience. Overall, while some find the storyline enjoyable and fitting for the game, others feel it needs significant improvement and more compelling missions to enhance player engagement.
“Amazing graphics and creative storyline.”
“I love the storyline, the creativeness, and sounds; everything basically about this game!”
“This game is very interesting and has many levels and a good storyline.”
“Storytelling is not great.”
“No story and way too easy.”
“Needs better story line.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of nostalgia and disappointment regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While some appreciate its wholesome nature and enjoy playing with family, others feel that the focus has shifted towards monetization, detracting from the fun and emotional connection they once experienced. The game's music is noted as heartwarming, adding to the emotional experience despite frustrations with gameplay mechanics.
“Thoroughly enjoyable and wholesome, and I can play with my grandkids without feeling guilty.”
“This game music has a heart-touching sound ♥♥♥”
“Hard to believe that Rovio used to make wholesome games just for fun; now it's all about the money and nothing else matters.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's recent update has led to noticeable stuttering and freezing issues, alongside various downgrades such as simplified controls and a lackluster life system. While some players report no performance issues on certain devices, the overall consensus is that the game requires significant optimization to enhance the playing experience.
“The game needs optimization, but the rest is awesome.”
“The optimization features really enhance the overall experience.”
“I appreciate the continuous updates aimed at improving optimization.”
“Recent update has left the game stuttering and freezing.”
“But there are several downgrades in this game: oversimplified controls, a life system that makes players bored if they wait for their lives to be refilled, downgraded character's special ability, and poor performance.”
“Relaxing version... nice playing format... bit stuttering when they scroll the stages from right to left.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere has received mixed reviews, with some users noting a flat and uninspired experience compared to previous versions, while others appreciate its pleasant ambiance and enjoyable setting. Overall, the atmosphere seems to lack the engaging qualities that fans expected, particularly the vibrant energy associated with earlier installments.
“Pleasant atmosphere.”
“Great food and atmosphere.”
“The whole atmosphere of the game is flat in comparison to its previous incarnations, and the repetition is mind-numbing.”
“It has lost the Angry Birds atmosphere and playability.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have mixed feelings about replayability; while some appreciate the ability to revisit and improve scores on older or challenging levels, others feel that the game's overall experience has diminished, leading to a lack of motivation to replay.
“It's difficult, but in a good way. Almost every aspect of the game is replayable; you can revisit old or challenging levels and beat your previous scores.”
“The game is incredibly replayable and offers a relaxing experience.”
“The game sucks, replayability is gone, scores are gone, rocks look like discs... 🤮”
“It's difficult but not in a good way; almost every ability is replayable, but you can only play the old or hard levels to beat your previous score.”
“But it's so much more playable and relaxing.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, especially after reaching higher levels, with some suggesting a reduction in the number of required tasks per level to enhance the leisure experience. While the game is enjoyable overall, the repetitive nature of grinding can detract from the fun, particularly when levels become excessively challenging.
“It makes the game extremely tedious and boring after level 60.”
“Sometimes though it has tables that are ridiculous to pass, and so it gets tedious and you just get bored or tired of playing.”