aquapark.io
- February 26, 2019
- Voodoo
- 376h median play time
Aquapark.io is a free-to-play arcade game that offers both multiplayer and single-player modes. The objective is to reach the end of the water slide first while bumping into other players for some lighthearted fun. Despite its vibrant and cheery appearance, the game is plagued by bugs and excessive advertisements, and playing it may elicit strong emotional responses due to its competitive nature. The game's description states, "Reach to the end of the water slide, try to be the first. Bump other players during the race and have fun playing this colorful and sunny water slide game."
Reviews
- monetization3,414 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after every round, which significantly detracts from their overall experience. While some users suggest turning off Wi-Fi to avoid ads, the game's reliance on constant advertising has led to frustration and dissatisfaction, with many calling it a cash grab rather than a well-designed game.
“Especially since when you turn off wifi there are no ads, making it a very enjoyable game to play.”
“The best part is you can play offline and when it is offline there are no ads.”
“I love this game and definitely recommend, if you want no ads, simply turn off your wifi.”
“This game was fun, but you can't scroll down in the legendary skins. I've spent all my time watching ads to get coins so I can get the legendary strawberry cow skin only for it to be at the very bottom, where I can't equip it.”
“This game is good but there are way too many ads. Usually, you can just turn off the Wi-Fi so you can play it without ads, but no, you need Wi-Fi to play this game and the only reason for that is because there's no ad option, which you need to pay for.”
“This game has so many ads that I had to watch 3 ads until I got to play my first round. It's a complete waste of time.”
- stability570 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, freezes, and lag issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Many players experience problems such as characters getting stuck, unexpected teleportation, and unresponsive controls, particularly after ads or during gameplay transitions. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the overwhelming consensus is that the frequent technical problems hinder its potential and enjoyment.
“No glitches and if you're having trouble with ads just turn off your internet or the bars on your device.”
“No glitches, lagging, ads, and nothing hard to do on the game.”
“Best app! This is my type of speed, no glitches, no flaws, perfect. It does not take up that much data; it is overall really good.”
“The game is fun and all but whenever I got first place it always says 2nd for no reason, which means it lags and glitches a lot like when it's showing the world leaderboard it stops and I have to close the game and open it again, which makes it annoying.”
“This game is terrible; it glitches all the time, the fountains never work, and every time you die and try to try again it just gives you an ad.”
“The game is really fun but it glitches a lot. Every time I jump off a slide to go to another slide, the screen glitches, so I couldn't move, which made me lose.”
- graphics401 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 35 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as "horrible," "terrible," and "glitchy." Common issues include low resolution, frequent graphical glitches, and a lack of detail that makes the game feel unfinished or reminiscent of older titles. While some players noted that the gameplay can be enjoyable, the poor graphics significantly detract from the overall experience.
“Map changes to a new and fun destination, and the graphics are great!”
“I love the graphics and how you can slide off of slides to get ahead of the players!”
“The graphics are really good and there are not very many ads!”
“The graphics are terrible and the background is constantly glitching different colors.”
“The graphics and animations are completely horrid, the game mechanics are awful, the controls are terrible, and the ads are constant.”
“The graphics are horrible, the players would always teleport to me even I am right in front of the finish line and they at the beginning, none of the players are real.”
- gameplay230 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as simple and occasionally fun, but it suffers from significant issues such as excessive ads, repetitive mechanics, and a lack of real multiplayer interaction, as players primarily compete against bots. Many users find the controls to be unresponsive and the graphics subpar, leading to a frustrating experience where ads often interrupt gameplay. Overall, while the core gameplay concept has potential, it is heavily undermined by the overwhelming presence of advertisements and poor execution.
“The gameplay is amazing and I love how easy it is.”
“Great gameplay overall but has way too many ads that never load or disappear when you hit the 'x'; also should be an option to skip seeing your death, it takes way too long.”
“I love this game because the gameplay is simple and even though it's the same thing over and over again, the different places that you travel to are fun.”
“The gameplay itself is fine, but the ads make it unplayable.”
“The gameplay is boring and nothing new.”
“The gameplay is awful along with the graphics.”
- humor111 mentions
- 95 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely appreciated, with players finding joy in the absurdity of knocking others off slides and experiencing hilarious glitches. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements, such as funny character skins and the exaggerated reactions of characters when they fall. However, some users express frustration with the presence of bots and ads, which can detract from the overall fun, yet the game's lighthearted nature keeps it entertaining for many.
“It's very fun and hilarious to try to knock other players off the water slide.”
“This game is so funny and fun at the same time.”
“I really like this game because when you knock people off of the slides it's really funny to watch them fail haha.”
“And this game is not funny.”
“😡 not funny.”
“I give this game 3 stars because after a while it can get pretty boring. It's like a joke you hear once or twice; the third time it's not funny, so it's a 3-star game.”
- music100 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The reviews consistently highlight a significant absence of music and sound effects in the game, which many players feel detracts from the overall experience. Users express disappointment that the game lacks the engaging audio elements promised in advertisements, making gameplay feel dull and unexciting. Suggestions for improvement include adding background music and sound effects to enhance the fun and immersion of the game.
“The game is really fun and addicting, but it could benefit from music and sound effects.”
“A simple music could add features to this game.”
“It would be cool if there were music.”
“There is no music or sound effects which kind of hurts the game a little.”
“Also the fact that there's no music is weird, especially in contrast to the giant unskippable ads which do have music and are super annoying.”
“Not a terrible game, but really dull since there is no music or sound effects.”
- emotional27 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional responses to the game highlight significant frustration and disappointment due to persistent glitches, intrusive ads, and unresponsive controls, leading to a sense of helplessness among players. Many users express feelings of annoyance and anger, with some even stating that the game made them cry due to its difficulty and technical issues. Overall, the emotional experience is overwhelmingly negative, with players feeling that the game is unplayable and not worth their time.
“It made me feel like I am also sliding!”
“Is super annoying the controls are too strong, I just got it and it made me cry because I can't get past the flipping level three because it's too strong and every time you die there's an ad and there are obstacles and I hate it.”
- optimization23 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 35 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users reporting significant performance issues, glitches, and lag, even on capable devices. While some players find the game runs smoothly at times, the frequent ads and poorly designed mechanics detract from the experience, leading to frustration and a lack of enjoyment. Many reviewers express a desire for improved optimization before they would consider reinstalling or continuing to play.
“The performance and speed of the other (computer-generated) players is based on your own speed.”
“The game had good graphics and runs smoothly.”
“It could be better optimized, but for the moment, I'm not able to play it.”
“It's just a badly optimized game.”
“Bad optimization, cheating AI, riddled with ads, repetitive gameplay, boring designs for characters, worlds filled with uncreativity, requires internet for no reason.”
“Poorly optimized, obstacles hit box not exact, when shortcutting bots immediately teleport behind you.”
- story18 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Users express a strong desire for a more engaging story and additional missions in the game, suggesting that these elements would enhance their overall enjoyment. Many reviewers feel that the lack of a narrative and varied missions contributes to boredom, while others mention technical issues like lag and glitches that detract from their experience. Overall, the consensus is that a richer story and more dynamic gameplay features could significantly improve the game's appeal.
“I love this game; they should make a number 2, but the watermark is distracting, and there's like a story mode where a person fell down the slide.”
“For example, if there was a story behind the game, I personally would like it much more.”
“But the thing is I usually get bored playing the same game over and over again without some story.”
“The game is addicting but honestly it keeps lagging. Please fix this and also there are few characters and 1 game mode. Also, no online missions or multiplayer; it gets boring after some time.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, reviews indicate that the game suffers from low replayability due to a lack of depth and variety, with many players expressing disappointment over repetitive content and the reliance on bots. This has led to perceptions of the game feeling incomplete and akin to a cash grab, ultimately diminishing the enjoyment for those seeking long-term engagement.
“Only problem is the replay value - needs more depth.”
“There's an ad everywhere you go, and in my experience, it's the same thing every time and there isn't much replayability, which makes it absolutely suck.”
“It seems pretty obvious that the game simply puts you up against bots, which is severely disappointing as it massively ruins its replayability value.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding mechanics in this game to be tedious and unrewarding, as they feel that despite executing complex moves, there are no meaningful rewards or progress. The lack of engaging gameplay and poor AI further contribute to a frustrating experience.
“Of all the games I have been curious about and installed, this is by far the worst. They have this mechanic where you can jump off the rail and land on another one down below, and you can do the best jump from start to finish, but you win nothing—not even a good lead. There is just nothing here that rewards you for anything; it's just tedious. The characters are bland, the AI is horrible, and they try to make up for it by teleporting behind you if you are too far ahead.”
“Grinding in this game feels pointless. You spend hours doing the same repetitive tasks, and the rewards are minimal at best. It quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
“The grind is real, and it's not fun. I find myself doing the same missions over and over again, and it feels like a waste of time. The lack of meaningful progression makes it hard to stay engaged.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a bright and colorful aesthetic, evoking a playful vibe reminiscent of Roblox.
“This game provides a very bright and colorful atmosphere that reminds me of a Roblox game.”
“This game provides a very bright and colorful atmosphere which somewhat reminds me of a Roblox game.”