ASMR Salon: A Life Spa

About

"ASMR Salon: A Life Spa" is a simulation game that allows players to take on the role of a makeover stylist and room decorator. However, the game is marred by excessive advertisements and technical bugs. Despite claiming to be a game for girls focused on makeovers and room decoration, the overall experience is disappointing due to these issues.

Genres & Tags

Simulation

Play Modes

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

42%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,647 reviews

music2 positive mentions

monetization837 negative mentions

The game has a cute concept with a dog that players can adopt and care for.
Some players find the gameplay satisfying and enjoyable despite the ads.
The graphics and overall design of the game are appreciated by some users.

The game is overwhelmed with ads, often interrupting gameplay every few seconds.
Many users report that the gameplay is repetitive, with the same levels and tasks being recycled.
The game frequently crashes or freezes, making it frustrating and unplayable for many.

monetization
850 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
98%
The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and disruptive ad placements, with players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. Many users express frustration over the frequency of ads, often appearing after every action, which detracts from the overall gaming experience. Even those who opt to pay for an ad-free version still encounter ads, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and uninstalls.
- “If you pay 99¢, you can play with no ads.”
- “So far I love this game and I thank you for lowering the price down to 0.99 from 3.99 for buying no ads, etc. because that is a great deal, so thank you.”
- “I downloaded the app, I clicked on it, and bang, no ads! It is such a delight and no scams. 11/10, no regrets.”
- “I understand ads make the app free, but in this situation, ads make the app unplayable.”
- “You literally spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “The amount of ads makes the game unplayable.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
The gameplay is criticized for being choppy, overly simplistic, and heavily interrupted by excessive ads, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. Players express frustration over the lack of control and the disparity between advertised features and actual gameplay, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than engaging with the game itself. While some find the gameplay entertaining, the overwhelming presence of ads leads many to uninstall the game.
- “Gameplay is entertaining, but the ads are excessive.”
- “Constant ads but gameplay isn't bad.”
- “It's stiff gameplay and the ads exaggerate what you can do in the game.”
- “The gameplay is really choppy when using the makeup brush.”
- “I'd like to have more control over the gameplay instead of dragging an object to a rectangle and letting the game do the work.”
- “There are way more ads than gameplay.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent freezing, glitches, and excessive ads that disrupt gameplay. Many users report that the game crashes their devices, requiring a reboot to exit. While some enjoy the game, the overwhelming number of bugs and interruptions detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game freezes; as far as I can tell, there is no button to report issues.”
- “I get to day three and then it loads halfway and then it freezes.”
- “It freezes often and I have to reboot.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with some users noting their potential. However, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts significantly from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a negative perception of the gameplay.
- “The gameplay and graphics have potential.”
- “Such a shame as the graphics are quite good.”
- “Not fun at all, ads every two seconds and the game itself has bad graphics and gameplay.”
- “The gameplay and graphics have potential, but the ads are overwhelming and detract from the experience.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The game's story is perceived as a mixed experience, with some players appreciating the interactive elements and multiple storylines, such as adopting a dog, while others criticize the overwhelming number of ads that detract from the narrative flow. Overall, the story seems to be overshadowed by the ad-driven gameplay, leading to frustration among users.
- “It has a nice start, and you can adopt a dog; there are different storylines and ads if you want to unlock free items.”
- “The game is interactive and seems to have a story behind it.”
- “This is less ASMR and more a mission on how many adverts you can get through without going insane and giving up and uninstalling the game.”
- “Bullsh@t follow a set storyline.”
- “Too many ads; every task requires you to watch an ad, but it is interactive and it seems to have a story behind it.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players expressing enjoyment and appreciation for its quality. However, some find the music repetitive or grating during gameplay, particularly during certain tasks. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, with players wishing for more similar games featuring enjoyable music.
- “I really like and love this game, and I love the music too! 🎶🎶🎶🎶 I wish there were more games like this one!”
- “The music is nice and adds to the overall experience without any payment required.”
- “You really don't do anything except guide a nurse around a hospital ward until you can do guided ASMR-style clean-ups with grating music.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game's approach to emotional care, whether for oneself or animals, may lead to negative outcomes, suggesting that the intended message of compassion could be misinterpreted or harmful in practice.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game amusing and enjoyable, highlighting its ability to evoke laughter and provide a lighthearted experience.
- “It's hilarious to play!”
- “The humor in this game keeps me laughing throughout.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and clever jokes sprinkled throughout the gameplay.”