Bake a Cake Puzzles & Recipes
- December 22, 2017
- Nordcurrent Games
"Bake a Cake: Puzzles & Recipes" is an adventure match-3 puzzle game with colorful graphics. The objective is to open and decorate dessert shops while solving puzzles. However, the game is reported to have several bugs that may affect gameplay. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging experience for those who enjoy match-3 games with a baking theme.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and provides real recipes, making it enjoyable for cooking enthusiasts.
- Gameplay is engaging and addictive, with many players finding it fun and relaxing despite some challenges.
- The ability to refill lives by watching ads helps reduce frustration, allowing players to continue enjoying the game.
- Levels become increasingly difficult, leading to frustration and a sense of being stuck, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- The game has frequent glitches and freezing issues, causing interruptions and loss of progress for players.
- Many players feel pressured to spend real money to progress, which can diminish the fun and relaxing nature of the game.
- graphics21 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a largely positive reception, with many users praising their beauty, colorfulness, and innovative design. However, there are some mixed opinions, as a few players find the graphics to be merely okay or not realistic, and some criticize the overall quality. Despite these criticisms, the majority highlight the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience.
“It's a great and beautiful game, with wonderful graphic design, but the challenge is that most levels are quite difficult to beat.”
“This is the most fun game I've ever played in my life and the graphics of this game are amazing.”
“Very enjoyable to play and the graphics are great.”
“The game is boring as the pace is very slow and the graphics are okay too.”
“And the graphics are not realistic, but I can't say much since it's anime.”
“This game had very bad graphics and a lot of ads.”
- stability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been a significant concern for many users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and lag, particularly after updates. While some players enjoy the gameplay, the persistent technical issues, such as unresponsive screens and malfunctioning puzzle mechanics, detract from the overall experience.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my gameplay.”
“The performance is consistent, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“I do want to let you know that I am on level 186, and some of the puzzle mechanics are messed up and buggy - ice blocks are expanding in spite of making matches next to them and strawberries are not appearing.”
“On some levels, out of the blue, the screen freezes... overall, it's fun, challenging, and I am glad I can make the recipes. Can you fix the freezing issues?”
“Since the update: freezes, lags a lot, at times doesn't allow you to move...”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its fun mechanics and appealing graphics, with some players appreciating the simplicity and the inclusion of dessert recipes. However, there are criticisms regarding the slow pace, control responsiveness, and occasional bugs in puzzle mechanics.
“The gameplay itself is really really good.”
“Programmed with the same mechanics as Gardenscape but much easier—no heart loss penalty.”
“Nice graphics, simple gameplay, plus you get actual recipes to make your favorite desserts; now that's cool.”
“Gameplay is on the slow side; controls could be tighter and faster.”
“I want to let you know that I am on level 186, and some of the puzzle mechanics are messed up and buggy - ice blocks are expanding despite making matches next to them, and strawberries are not appearing.”
“Programmed with the same mechanics as Gardenscapes but much easier - no heart loss penalty.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its cute and engaging narrative. However, some users express a desire for more structured goals or quests to enhance the experience, indicating that the lack of these elements can make the gameplay feel repetitive or boring. Overall, while the story is enjoyable, there is a call for additional content to deepen player engagement.
“It has a cute storyline.”
“It's lots of fun; the story and gameplay are great.”
“Just downloaded it yesterday and I'm loving it! As a home baker, it passes my time well. Great story so far at level 10; can't wait for more.”
“Played in the past, needs a storyline; it's boring without one.”
“I'm really enjoying the game so far, I just wish there were goals or quests to complete.”
“Need more quests to get free boosters and free diamonds.”
- monetization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game receives mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the absence of ads, while others criticize the presence of excessive advertisements. Additionally, there are suggestions for implementing bonus ads to allow extra turns, indicating a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization.
“What I love about this game is that there are no ads at all, and it is honestly so rare for a game like that.”
“It would be nice if there were bonus ads to have extra turns so you don't have to redo the same level. Overall, I do like the game.”
“Worse than ads”
“Dumb game, too many ads.”
“Too many ads.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be genuinely humorous, enhancing their overall enjoyment while playing.
“This game is hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout.”
“The humor in this game is clever and well-timed, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and funny scenarios that never get old.”