Ant Art Tycoon

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Ant Art Tycoon is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Wix Games and was released on July 18, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Ant Art Tycoon" is a simulation game where you manage a team of trained ants to create art pieces for sale. Begin with 5 ants and expand your colony by purchasing faster and more productive ones, generating better art. Monitor the market's response to your creations, setting prices to maximize profits. Adapt your strategy based on public reactions and aim for financial success.

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,777 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

monetization610 negative mentions

The game has a unique and entertaining concept, allowing players to watch ants create art, which is both fun and relaxing.
Many players appreciate the game's graphics and the satisfaction of seeing their progress as they collect and upgrade ants.
The game is easy to play and can be a great way to pass the time, with some players finding it addictive.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, with many players reporting forced ads every few minutes, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.
There are frequent crashes and performance issues, especially when the number of ants increases, leading to frustration among players.
Some players feel that the game lacks depth and becomes repetitive after a short period, with limited gameplay options.

monetization
626 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive frequency of forced ads, often occurring every 30 seconds to a minute. Many users feel that the ads disrupt gameplay significantly, making the game nearly unplayable without purchasing an ad-free option, which is considered overpriced. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the consensus is that the current implementation is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Good game, paid for no ads, finished game.”
- “Awesome little to no ads and great gameplay.”
- “Awesome, and with no ads too.”
- “My only complaint is that the ads are a little too frequent and towards the end of the game (97 out of 100 achievements for me) it becomes almost impossible to play.”
- “The game itself is great, however near the current point I am at (5th studio) the ads get obnoxious.”
- “It's a fun game, but the forced ads happen way too often.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its unique concepts and enjoyable mechanics, making it a fun experience for players. However, frequent interruptions from ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment, with many users expressing frustration over the high frequency of ads and the cost to remove them. While the game serves as a good time passer, the limited gameplay time due to ads and some confusing mechanics have been noted as major drawbacks.
- “Great ideas, really enjoyable gameplay!”
- “Feels very unique in gameplay and concept, from pricing items to strategizing on what ants to get when.”
- “Best ant tycoon game yet with its unique choice of gameplay makes it even more entertaining.”
- “Main complaint is it's a bit short and the ad removing prices are a bit high for the amount of gameplay there is.”
- “Way too many ads, I've played this before on a browser and it was fun, it's a nice tycoon game but you get ads every 30 seconds after about a minute of gameplay and it's annoying.”
- “At that point, there's more ad-watching than actual gameplay.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern for many users, with frequent freezing and glitches reported, particularly when accessing certain features or after watching ads. While some players enjoy the gameplay, the persistent issues often require them to restart the app or even their devices, leading to frustration and a diminished experience. Overall, these stability problems detract from the game's potential enjoyment, making it difficult for players to engage consistently.
- “Game runs great.”
- “I love that there are no in-app purchases. The game runs smoothly, and I appreciate the graphics and the variety of colors for the ants. Keep up the great work!”
- “Good game, really well made, but the amount of glitches really messes with my device. It freezes at random times whenever I go into a gallery, studio, or anything that involves changing the screen, consuming so much power that it drains my battery and messes everything up. Additionally, it turns off my device and lags everything.”
- “Game freezes constantly, making it unplayable.”
- “I like the game, but once I have 3 or 4 studios, it completely freezes my phone after about 10 minutes of playing, forcing me to restart my phone, which is really annoying.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its calming quality but expressing frustration over the inability to turn it off. Users have reported that the music continues to play even when the app is closed or the device is put to sleep, leading to battery drain. Overall, while the music enhances the game's zen atmosphere for some, the lack of a mute option is a significant drawback for many players.
- “I like playing games while listening to music.”
- “It is great to play and listen to music.”
- “I love this game! I remember playing this during school, and I'm glad it's on mobile. It's nice how it warns you for ads and has that nice calm music in the background. 5 stars! ”
- “There is no way to get rid of the ads, and no way to turn off the music.”
- “My only complaint is that there is no way to turn off the music.”
- “It's a zen game basically but I wish you could turn off that annoying music and sounds.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by quirky and unexpected responses, such as the amusing "no" when purchasing items, and brutally honest comments on players' paintings, which many find hilarious. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted and whimsical nature of the game's humor, contributing to its fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “I love how brutal the comments on the painting are; it's so funny!”
- “Don't quit your day job; oh my god, that was so funny!”
- “Funny little game.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players appreciate the game's artwork and graphics, praising the vibrant colors and artistic design. However, some users have noted performance issues, suggesting that options to lower graphics settings or hide certain elements could enhance gameplay. Despite these concerns, the graphics contribute positively to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Love the artworks.”
- “Great game idea and love the graphics.”
- “I love the graphics and the way the ants paint and how many different colors ants there are. Keep up the great work!”
- “I think this game would be better if you could turn the graphics down or hide all ants to reduce the lag.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game involves significant grinding, which can become tedious over time, particularly as it emphasizes farming mechanics.
- “Now the game requires a lot more grinding.”
- “It can get a bit tedious though.”
- “It's a really farming game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users suggest that the game's replayability could be significantly improved with shorter gameplay sessions, ideally around 5 to 10 minutes, to enhance its appeal and encourage more frequent play.
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself wanting to replay it just to see what I missed.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how the game encourages experimentation; every time I play, I discover something new.”
- “Every 10 minutes, maybe even every 5, I think would be more playable.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a deeply emotional experience, with some expressing intense feelings that led to prolonged crying, indicating the game's powerful impact on their emotions.
- “I cried for four hours.”
- “The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the characters and their struggles.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting severe performance issues that render it nearly unplayable on certain devices. Additionally, players have noted that the game causes overheating and lag, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Interesting idea, but the performance is so bad it's basically unplayable on my device.”
- “Good game overall, but it causes my phone to overheat and the performance lag is just bad.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players finding it engaging and enjoyable, though some suggest improvements such as lowering studio prices and increasing quest variety.