Backgammon Plus

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Backgammon Plus is a strategy game with outstanding gameplay and impressive graphics, making it a top choice for backgammon enthusiasts. However, it can be frustrating due to frequent ads and bugs. Despite these flaws, it boasts a large and active player base, promoting itself as the best backgammon mobile game with hundreds of thousands of players. In summary, Backgammon Plus offers an engaging and humorous experience, but ad disturbances and bugs mar the overall enjoyment.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,893 reviews

graphics70 positive mentions

stability97 negative mentions

stability
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
96%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes occurring during gameplay, at the main menu, and when transitioning between tables. Many users report losing games and in-game currency due to these bugs, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players have noted occasional smooth gameplay, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is plagued by glitches and connection problems that hinder enjoyment.
- “Easy setup, bug-free gameplay, and sportsmanlike players.”
- “No glitches.”
- “No glitches at all!”
- “The game often freezes at the main menu, making it impossible to get into a match.”
- “Game freezes a lot and I end up losing because of that.”
- “At the moment of victory, it freezes up or kicks you out of a session and takes your 'money.'”
graphics
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
19%
10%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their quality, simplicity, and aesthetic appeal, often highlighting the friendly and clear visuals. However, there are notable criticisms regarding poor quality in some instances, with complaints about functionality and inconsistency in graphics quality. Despite the varied opinions, a significant number of players appreciate the graphics as a strong point of the game, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Excellent game, excellent graphics, very nicely put together.”
- “The graphics are great, easy to maneuver.”
- “Great graphics and sound.”
- “Very poor quality graphics (the counters don't even sit over the points).”
- “Awful graphics.”
- “Rated this low because the graphics, movement and sound are awful, the colour of the board isn't easy on the eye either, all in all pretty rough.”
monetization
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
4%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive ads, which detract significantly from the overall experience. Many users express frustration over the frequency of ads, especially considering they are often prompted to make in-app purchases to progress, leading to perceptions of the game being a "cash grab." Additionally, issues with ad-related glitches and the lack of a fair playing field further exacerbate player dissatisfaction.
- “Easy to play, no ads and great graphics.”
- “It seems to me that developers are trying to force you to make bigger bets, so you run out faster which would result in you making in-app purchases.”
- “The ads are the most annoying I've ever experienced.”
- “I don't mind in-app purchases per se, but not when they get too intrusive and seem key to getting by in the game (rather than say for extra content or cosmetic reasons).”
- “They make money through in-app purchases so the game is rigged for failure.”
gameplay
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
33%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth mechanics and enjoyable experience, while others criticize it for being inconsistent, unfair, and plagued by issues such as poor matching and perceived cheating. Many users noted that while the graphics and interface are appealing, the gameplay can be marred by randomization and a lack of balance between players of different skill levels. Overall, the gameplay experience varies significantly among users, with a notable divide between those who find it fun and engaging and those who feel it is flawed and frustrating.
- “The backgammon gameplay itself is quite nice.”
- “It's fun and fair gameplay.”
- “Best backgammon interface, smooth fast gameplay.”
- “Weak gameplay, unstable.”
- “Horrible gameplay.”
- “Terrible, terrible gameplay.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
95%
14%
The humor in the game is often derived from the absurdity of the gameplay experience, with players finding amusement in the perceived randomness of the dice rolls and the exaggerated claims of rigging. Many users express laughter at the game's quirks, such as opponents' improbable winning streaks and the chaotic interactions within the game, while others highlight the irony in the frustrations that arise from these situations. Overall, the humor appears to be a mix of genuine amusement and sarcastic commentary on the game's mechanics.
- “So funny and it can kill your boring time.”
- “Funny and love it.”
- “Its fun playing high leveled players and being a fish knowing the game, schooling them is funny!”
- “It's not funny at all.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but it just didn't deliver.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game is highly praised for its optimization, with users consistently reporting smooth performance and no crash issues. The app runs effectively across various demographics, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The game itself is fun and the app runs smoothly.”
- “Runs smoothly and without any crash issues; it's simple and fun.”
- “Performance is good, 5 stars :)”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music aspect of the game is well-received, with users appreciating the option to listen to their own music from Spotify or their personal library while playing. The inclusion of a music option enhances the overall experience, allowing for customization and enjoyment during gameplay. However, some users noted issues with point retention after playing.
- “Fun enjoying listening to my music while I play.”
- “I love how it has a music option!”
- “Excited to play, launched app, checked basics: settings, add fb acct, music option, hit 'play.' played 3 games (awesome), then discovered my 15k+ points were gone.”
- “Great option of listening to your own Spotify or music library while playing.”
- “Also provides access to your stored or cloud music.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express frustration with the story aspect of the game, noting that completing quests often leads to unresolved outcomes, such as disappearing quests and a lack of rewards like coins. This has resulted in a sense of dissatisfaction with the narrative progression.
- “When I complete the quest that the game gives me, they just disappear and I don't get the coins.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
- “Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews suggest that the emotional depth of the game may be lacking, with some users perceiving the developers as having unresolved emotional issues that affect the game's narrative and character development.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lack of color differentiation for opposite points and the absence of a double cube, which can lead to prolonged and monotonous gameplay.
- “The lack of variety in tasks makes grinding feel monotonous and tedious.”
- “Grinding for resources takes way too long and feels like a chore rather than fun.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding really detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”