Art Story: Jigsaw Art Puzzle

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"Art Story: Jigsaw Art Puzzle" is a puzzle game that offers an intriguing story and features over 1000 hand-drawn puzzles with jigsaw coloring. The game boasts amazing visuals and phenomenal music, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. Ideal for those who enjoy relaxing, artistic challenges.

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Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,613 reviews

story37 positive mentions

monetization151 negative mentions

The artwork, storytelling, and overall design are fantastic, creating a beautiful and immersive experience.
The game offers a relaxing and enjoyable way to engage with classic literature through puzzles.
The developers show care and communication regarding ads, providing options to manage them without pressure.

The game frequently experiences bugs, such as freezing and not loading puzzles, which can be frustrating.
There are too many ads, often appearing after every puzzle, which disrupts the gameplay experience.
Some puzzles have issues with piece placement, making it difficult to complete them without repeated attempts.

monetization
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
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The monetization strategy of the game primarily relies on ads, which players find intrusive and frequent, often appearing after each puzzle. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many express frustration over persistent ads even after purchasing premium features. Overall, the balance between gameplay enjoyment and ad interruptions remains a significant concern for players, with many suggesting that the ads detract from the overall experience.
- “Fall in love and purchased the no ads version right away!”
- “Play pass = no ads....not ads for do I want to pay x for ad-free, not in an 'ad free' playpass game I don't.”
- “Basically no ads and really nice to play before bed.”
- “I gave it 3 ⭐ because there's not supposed to be ads if you pay for the play pass, but ads still show up after I finish a puzzle.”
- “I really like this game but the ads dominate and last too long.”
- “This game is unfortunately a sad example of how a great game can be ruined by ads.”
story
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
68%
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The game's storytelling is praised for its creativity and integration with art puzzles, allowing players to engage with classic literature in a visually appealing way. However, many users note issues with grammar, coherence, and continuity in the narratives, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the unique blend of storytelling and puzzle-solving is generally well-received, making it an enjoyable and educational game for many players.
- “The artwork, storytelling, and consideration are all absolutely fantastic!”
- “I love the idea of the storytelling with the puzzles.”
- “You solve puzzles to reveal beautiful illustrations of classic novel scenes, which will even tell the story itself, all the while enjoying the enchanting background music.”
- “On the other hand, the story part is often too disjointed - I don't think I would've been able to follow the plot of Frankenstein if I hadn't read it beforehand, for instance.”
- “There are many, many errors in sentence structure and story continuity.”
- “Some don't make sense; it is as though a computer translation has been used without any understanding of the storyline!”
music
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
48%
3%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience of solving puzzles and engaging with classic stories. Many players appreciate the variety and soothing nature of the tracks, although some express frustration over the inability to turn off the music or find the settings. Overall, the combination of beautiful artwork and well-composed music contributes significantly to the game's aesthetic appeal and relaxing gameplay.
- “But what really makes this game is the music.”
- “The soothing music makes it outstanding in every way.”
- “You solve puzzles to reveal beautiful illustrations of classic novel scenes, which will even tell the story itself, all the while enjoying the enchanting background music.”
- “One of the loading screens mentions turning off the music in the settings, but there are no settings.”
- “I want to like this game, but I cannot find the settings to turn off the music and the annoying haptic feedback anywhere.”
- “The ghastly music that can't be muted made this game unplayable for me.”
graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
28%
3%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning and diverse artwork, which enhances the storytelling experience and adds a unique touch to each puzzle. Players appreciate the beautiful, whimsical, and aesthetic styles that evoke a fairy tale or fantasy feel, although some have noted issues with grammar in the accompanying stories. Overall, the visuals are considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment despite some technical glitches and ad frustrations.
- “The graphics for the different stories are spectacular.”
- “Beautiful graphics with excellent story content.”
- “The artwork is amazing, I'm looking forward to more stories!”
- “It doesn't deserve 1 star; the app has many bugs like a black screen when you open all the pieces, and the graphics are not good. I'm disappointed.”
- “You can't move objects from the tray to the artwork most of the time.”
- “Don't like the artwork, and it's hard to pick up the pieces.”
stability
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
97%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezing, glitches, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Many players experience problems with loading screens, ad interruptions, and puzzle completion, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation. While the game has potential, its current state is deemed too buggy for enjoyable play.
- “The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
- “I haven't encountered any stability issues during my playthrough.”
- “The performance is rock solid, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “It rarely loads after the loading screen and when it does it either glitches (flashes), freezes, or kicks me out.”
- “I'm rating this one star purely because 90% of the time when I try to complete a puzzle it freezes and won't let me do anything on my phone.”
- “I love this game but now it's freezing up on me and it won't unfreeze. I can get to the part where I can pick what puzzles or what challenge, but it freezes and won't let me do anything.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
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The gameplay is generally easy and enjoyable, featuring colorful art and straightforward mechanics, though some users find the dragging mechanics to be clunky and unresponsive. There are complaints about progress not saving and discrepancies between advertised and actual gameplay experiences. Overall, while the art and simplicity are praised, technical issues and gameplay inconsistencies detract from the experience.
- “There are many things to like about this game: the images are pretty with a hand-drawn feel, the pieces are colorful and lively, and it's easy to play with simple, straightforward mechanics.”
- “Beautiful art and gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is easy, the art is interesting, and it's fun.”
- “The mechanics are a little weird when dragging the pieces around – they kind of float ahead of where you think they will go in the picture instead of exactly where you point.”
- “Uninstalled as playing with fail mechanics is just that: fail.”
- “Gameplay doesn't match the ad.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful illustrations and atmospheric music, creating a relaxing and enjoyable experience for players. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and sound design as key elements that enhance the overall ambiance.
- “Beautiful illustrations and atmospheric music, very relaxing!”
- “Beautifully done game with gorgeous atmosphere, very relaxing and enjoyable!”
- “Incredible atmosphere and sound.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its beautiful and amusing drawings, which contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable experience for players.
- “The beautiful and funny drawings really make my day.”
- “It's funny and relaxing.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the cumbersome item placement required to complete pictures.
- “The method in which you place the items to complete the pictures is beyond tedious and aggravating.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is hindered by frustrating mechanics, as players feel a disconnect when simple actions, like sliding images, require excessive effort and attention. This can detract from the overall immersive experience, making it difficult for players to engage emotionally with the game.