ASMR Salon: A Life Spa
"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.
Reviews
- 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.
- monetization850 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
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.
βIf you pay 99Β’, you can play with no ads.β
βSo 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.β
βI downloaded the app, I clicked on it, and bang, no ads! It is such a delight and no scams. 11/10, no regrets.β
βI understand ads make the app free, but in this situation, ads make the app unplayable.β
βYou literally spend more time watching ads than playing the game.β
βThe amount of ads makes the game unplayable.β
- gameplay20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
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.
βGameplay is entertaining, but the ads are excessive.β
βConstant ads but gameplay isn't bad.β
βIt's stiff gameplay and the ads exaggerate what you can do in the game.β
βThe gameplay is really choppy when using the makeup brush.β
βI'd like to have more control over the gameplay instead of dragging an object to a rectangle and letting the game do the work.β
βThere are way more ads than gameplay.β
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.
βThe game freezes; as far as I can tell, there is no button to report issues.β
βI get to day three and then it loads halfway and then it freezes.β
βIt freezes often and I have to reboot.β
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
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.
βThe gameplay and graphics have potential.β
βSuch a shame as the graphics are quite good.β
βNot fun at all, ads every two seconds and the game itself has bad graphics and gameplay.β
βThe gameplay and graphics have potential, but the ads are overwhelming and detract from the experience.β
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
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.
βIt has a nice start, and you can adopt a dog; there are different storylines and ads if you want to unlock free items.β
βThe game is interactive and seems to have a story behind it.β
βThis 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.β
βBullsh@t follow a set storyline.β
βToo many ads; every task requires you to watch an ad, but it is interactive and it seems to have a story behind it.β
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
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.
βI really like and love this game, and I love the music too! πΆπΆπΆπΆ I wish there were more games like this one!β
βThe music is nice and adds to the overall experience without any payment required.β
βYou 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.β
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game amusing and enjoyable, highlighting its ability to evoke laughter and provide a lighthearted experience.
βIt's hilarious to play!β
βThe humor in this game keeps me laughing throughout.β
βI love the witty dialogue and clever jokes sprinkled throughout the gameplay.β