Automatoys

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Automatoys is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by idle friday and was released on August 18, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Automatoys" is a single-player arcade game released with ingenious gameplay and compelling visuals. Players must insert a coin, dispense a ball, and navigate unique, mechanical obstacle courses by tapping, turning, tilting, and spinning the Automatoy. The game is slightly marred by the presence of ads, but remains a fun and engaging experience.

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Single-Player

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 260 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization11 negative mentions

Charming art style and genius level design that captivates players.
Simple mechanics make it easy to pick up, yet it offers a satisfying challenge.
Relaxing music and soothing graphics enhance the overall gaming experience.

Only three levels are available for free, with a paywall for the rest, making it feel like a demo.
The game lacks replayability and content, leading to a short overall experience.
Confusing UI and issues with level progression can lead to frustration for players.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
8%
21%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm, detail, and soothing aesthetic, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. Many users appreciate the unique art style and vibrant colors, although some express frustration over the limited access to content due to a paywall. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay and atmosphere.
- “Amazing and unique little game, with a charming art style and genius level design.”
- “The concept is really nice and the game is easy to understand with pretty graphics.”
- “Very soothing and relaxing game especially graphics and blend of colours, please add more games like this.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
15%
21%
The gameplay is praised for its intuitive controls, satisfying mechanics, and appealing visuals, making it enjoyable and easy to pick up. However, many users express disappointment over the limited initial content, as only three levels are available for free, with a significant portion of the game locked behind a paywall, leading to feelings of repetitiveness despite the overall quality.
- “Very easy to pick up, the maps are nicely pastel, the mechanics are brilliant, and the controls are intuitive.”
- “Everything from the visuals, sounds, and gameplay is so satisfying.”
- “Smooth gameplay!”
- “You get to play three levels (15 minutes of gameplay) before you have to pay to unlock the remaining 9.”
- “But too expensive for little gameplay.”
- “Better if I didn't have to pay $2.99 for more than 75% of the gameplay.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
85%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the ad-free experience in the free version but expressing frustration over the need to pay for full access after a few levels. Many users would prefer an ad-based model to unlock additional levels rather than a one-time payment, indicating a willingness to engage with ads for continued gameplay. Overall, while the low price point is seen as reasonable, the lack of more free content has left some players wanting more flexibility in how they can access the game.
- “Monetization allows you to access a few levels for free, with the option to pay for the rest.”
- “The game offers low prices for high-quality content, with no ads or dull gameplay.”
- “Monetization is that you get a few levels free and pay for the rest.”
- “It's a wonderfully created game, but the fact you have to pay £2.49 after the third level to access all levels is frustrating and I would've rather watched ads to unlock the remaining levels.”
- “I'd rather deal with ads :/ cute game, but the cost is eugh.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
27%
18%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, with a lofi hip-hop soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the unique music for each level, which contributes to a calming atmosphere, although some express a desire for more levels and a free-to-play model. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features, reminiscent of artists like Boards of Canada.
- “Really loved the music too, very soothing and each level has its own music.”
- “The lofi hip hop soundtrack is fantastic, makes for a lovely chill time.”
- “A really nice puzzle game with relaxing music, graphics, and colors.”
- “The music and sound fit well.”
- “Soundtrack reminds me of Boards of Canada.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
Overall, the game's replayability is criticized, with many users noting the limited number of levels (only three) and a lack of engaging challenges or modes to encourage returning players. Suggestions for improvement include adding new routes, advanced modes, and additional content like skins or enemies to enhance replay value. While some elements, like the three-star mechanism, are appreciated, they are not enough to significantly boost replayability.
- “Hopefully you can add more replayability and challenge to the maps, so there's motivation to come back to the levels, like a new route when you flip the map to the other side.”
- “Wasn't interested in the speed element, but I guess that's what makes it replayable.”
- “Only 3 levels are playable (with relatively zero replayability).”
- “Game has zero replayability and nothing is really available to play to begin with on the free version.”
- “The three-star mechanism is a solid casual design that fits well with the game, but having advanced modes would add replayability.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate a lack of features for celebrating past performance, suggesting that the game's optimization does not adequately support player engagement or recognition of achievements.