BADLAND

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BADLAND is a single-player action game with a great story, impressive graphics, and atmospheric music. Fly and survive through the innovative levels filled with challenging game mechanics and occasional bugs, which enhances the overall experience. Winner of the Game of the Year, BADLAND offers a unique and immersive adventure. Fly and survive in this dense, atmospheric action-adventure game, filled with ingenious mechanics and wonderful graphics, despite some bugs that add to the challenge.

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Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,770 reviews

graphics671 positive mentions

monetization2k negative mentions

monetization
2,024 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to the excessive number of ads, which many players find intrusive and frustrating. Users report being bombarded with long, unskippable ads after nearly every level or death, leading to a gameplay experience where watching ads often exceeds actual playtime. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in a free game, they argue that the frequency and duration of these ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment, with many suggesting that purchasing the premium version is the only viable solution to mitigate this issue.
- “It's pretty cute and the gameplay is fun, but I mean the way it looks is just 👌 don't regret a 5-star rating, and even then the microtransactions are fair.”
- “I bought it for $4, there are no ads and there are tons of levels that get more challenging but not impossible.”
- “Fun, relatively minimal microtransactions, simple but complex.”
- “The frequency and duration of the ads was ultimately intolerable.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than actually playing.”
- “The ads completely ruin the game, every level, heck every death leads to an unskippable ad slapped to your face and it just ruins the experience regardless of how fun the game is.”
graphics
863 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
21%
1%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beauty, uniqueness, and high resolution, with many users praising the art style and character design. The visuals are described as immersive and atmospheric, enhancing the gameplay experience, although some players noted that excessive ads can detract from the enjoyment. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to its appeal and addictiveness.
- “The graphics are insanely beautiful, the gameplay is so fun and addicting and it doesn't shower you with ads, it's just such a good game and I would highly recommend it to anyone who is not sure if they want to get it, the premium is also great but not needed.”
- “The graphics and sound effects are fantastic and the gameplay is fluid, the physics are realistic and really cool in my opinion.”
- “Beautiful graphics accompanied with gameplay which is easy and intuitive to learn but keeps it challenging and exciting.”
- “On the new Chromecast with Google TV, there is a graphics glitch that makes the game unplayable.”
- “The visuals are very pretty, but the ads every minute killed the experience for me; I couldn't keep playing if I had to keep watching the ads.”
- “Idk why people like this game so much; the beginning is like Flappy Bird with no tubes and it is pretty boring. The only decent thing about it is the graphics.”
gameplay
388 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
27%
4%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smoothness, intuitive mechanics, and engaging challenges, with many players finding it addictive and visually appealing. However, a significant number of reviews highlight the excessive presence of ads, which disrupt the gaming experience and make it feel unplayable at times. While some users appreciate the fast-paced nature of the gameplay, others suggest that it can be overwhelming, and a few have noted technical issues such as crashes and bugs that affect control.
- “The gameplay is exciting as well as smooth.”
- “Beautiful graphics accompanied with gameplay that is easy and intuitive to learn but keeps it challenging and exciting.”
- “The gameplay is cool, good, and somehow puzzle-like.”
- “The game has lots of crashes and strange bugs that sometimes remove my control without the remove control mechanic.”
- “Used to be a great game, but now it's pretty much just ads, ads, and more ads with a miniscule amount of gameplay.”
- “Just reinstalled it and the gameplay is exactly the same but every single level has a 30 second unskippable ad that ruins the experience.”
story
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
58%
9%
The game's story is often described as minimal or lacking, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative to enhance their experience. While some appreciate the atmospheric and mysterious elements that allow for personal interpretation, others find the absence of a clear storyline leads to monotony over time. Overall, players feel that a more cohesive backstory could significantly improve engagement and enjoyment.
- “From the compelling physics to the intriguing, somehow non-existent yet ever-looming storyline, this whole game is an unspoken masterpiece of the artistic world, not only the arcade world.”
- “I like the unspoken story of the forest being invaded by vicious machines; it's kind of like Limbo but with fluffy characters.”
- “The story and graphics are phenomenal; the design of the game just makes me speechless... the game creates tension while the player has to think quickly of how to respond and act, also while making a good but challenging game for many to play!”
- “I found for half the game I was satisfied without a story, but then progressively it started feeling monotonous, in the sense that I was just playing level after level the developers had made. I don't know why I'm flying around, where I'm going to, and I think I would feel much more gripped by the game if there was an unobtrusive story that defined the adventure.”
- “It has nice graphics, but it has no tutorial or story.”
- “The developers deserve the praise they have received for this game, but it really lacks a plot except for 'save the clones.'”
music
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
35%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with soothing soundtracks that complement the visuals. Many players appreciate the juxtaposition of the game's morbid themes with its charming music, while some suggest that additional background music could further enrich the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's mood and immersion.
- “The music and the sound effects of the game are really relaxing.”
- “The level editor is amazing, and when the wife is crying just put on some headphones and listen to the amazing soundtrack and sound effects.”
- “It's even funny sometimes, the music makes me feel like I'm in a dark deep forest, just love it 😍.”
- “Kinda morbid concepts but with the juxtapositions in the aesthetics, I wager my soul that any music can soundtrack this game, which is evidently planned for in the lack of music installed.”
- “Few things I would change or add are: 1) don't make us pay to finish the rest of the game 2) maybe add some music in the background.”
- “The music is relaxing but the deaths look so brutal for such a cute little critter.”
atmosphere
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
24%
6%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its originality, immersive sound design, and stunning graphics, creating a surreal and sometimes creepy experience. Players appreciate the blend of beauty and darkness, with many noting that the atmosphere enhances the gameplay, making it both challenging and enjoyable. However, some users have reported technical issues that detract from the overall experience, such as crashes and user interface problems in the level creator.
- “Simultaneously beautiful, atmospheric, strange, and disturbing.”
- “The graphics and atmospheric sounds are seamlessly merged for a surreal and creepy exploration of puzzle-laden swamps and factories.”
- “Creepy game that has great atmosphere and a simple mechanic that somehow manages to keep the gameplay fresh, challenging, and fun.”
- “Pls fix these bugs, it's so annoying that it ruins the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Atmosphere, physics.”
- “I also like the dark atmosphere of the game.”
humor
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and cleverness, with players enjoying the funny art style, amusing sound effects, and hilarious level designs. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky mechanics and engaging multiplayer experiences, making it a fun and lighthearted choice for players. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment and replayability.
- “Charming, funny art style, and the gameplay is so simple to learn, but they keep introducing new mechanics at a perfect pace to keep you interested.”
- “Phenomenal, the level creator was hilarious to mess around with, and even the free version was a really fun experience!”
- “I love the game, it's cute, funny, and creative!”
stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and crashing issues, particularly when updating or publishing levels. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay without glitches, a significant number express frustration over persistent bugs that disrupt their experience. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for many users, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
- “Game runs great.”
- “This game is awesome, no glitches.”
- “It's fun! My friends and I play it when we're bored, and there are no problems or glitches. Great game, love it!”
- “But, there's a bug where the game freezes when I try to update levels and it's very annoying. Please fix it and I'll return to five stars.”
- “There's a problem: the game just freezes whenever I try to publish the level after selecting an image for the level, for no reason!”
- “I played the game on every device I held, now I have an LG G5, and whenever I start the game, my whole device freezes. Nothing works until I turn the screen off with the hardware button, back on, click the home button a couple of times, and end the game from the recent tasks. Please fix this.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally impactful, citing its mysterious storyline, stunning graphics, and challenging yet wholesome gameplay. The character design, particularly the "flapping fur-ball," fosters a deep emotional attachment, leading to heart-wrenching moments that evoke strong feelings, including sadness and a desire to cry. Overall, the game resonates on multiple emotional levels, leaving a lasting impression on players.
- “Absolutely gorgeous game, the flapping fur-ball thingy inspires emotional attachment.”
- “I love the game; it makes me want to cry when you leave them behind and their eyes get all big and watery.”
- “Heartbreaking.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many users report smooth performance and no bugs, some express frustration with long ads that may indicate underlying optimization issues. Despite these concerns, the game runs well even on lower-end devices, suggesting that it is generally well-optimized for a variety of hardware. Users hope for future patches to address the ad-related performance problems.
- “Very good game, runs smoothly with no bugs and the art style is beautiful.”
- “Nice graphic game, so light and nice, no bugs or lag, runs smoothly on my 512MB RAM phone. I wish Frogmind could make an action game like this, such as Vector. Anyway, nice game, thanks!”
- “I'm assuming this is because of optimization problems, because my old phone ran this fine, and this phone is miles better than my old, so hopefully it can get patched.”
- “I would've given this app five stars for its performance if there weren't so many long and frustrating ads.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the challenge and level creation features, many find the grinding tedious and unrewarding, leading to boredom over time. The necessity for repetitive tasks to perfect movement is often criticized for detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game doesn't reward players for grinding, if you will.”
- “Way too tedious!”
- “Requires incessant grinding to get movement perfected... that makes the game boring after a while.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, users highlight a strong sense of replayability in the game, with many praising its beautiful graphics, ease of learning, and challenging gameplay. While some express a desire for more playable levels in the free version, the general consensus is that the game offers phenomenal replay value.
- “Beautiful, easy to learn, challenging, and infinitely replayable.”
- “Absolutely love it, and its replay value is phenomenal!”
- “I want more playable levels.”
- “Both fantastic games... this one may have way more replay value for me.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the reviews highlight the impressive graphics and charming character design, they do not provide specific insights into character development, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point of the game.
- “Beautiful and detailed graphics, endearing character design and just plain fun.”