Ball Sort Puzzle

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"Ball Sort - Color Puzzle Game is a puzzle game with simple mechanics of sorting balls into tubes based on color. However, the game is riddled with bugs and excessive grinding, as well as frequent and annoying ads. Despite these drawbacks, there are moments of humor that add some levity to the gameplay experience."

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

gameplay27 positive mentions

monetization5.4k negative mentions

monetization
5,621 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads. Many players report that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game, with ads appearing after nearly every level and often being unskippable. Despite some players enjoying the gameplay, the intrusive and lengthy ads have led to numerous uninstalls and complaints about the overall experience.
- “I think it's worth the no ads purchase; clearly a lot of care went into it.”
- “Paid for no ads, and it was money well spent if you enjoy the game.”
- “Love the game, have no problems, purchased the no ads version and it was worth it.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game.”
- “I wouldn't mind ads after a level, but when they interrupt the middle of a game and won't stop to let you finish a game, that's where I draw the line.”
- “The game is fun, but the amount of ads is ridiculous.”
graphics
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
66%
17%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for not matching the quality shown in advertisements, with many users describing them as dull, basic, and uninspired. Complaints include a lack of aesthetic appeal, frequent flickering, and a general feeling that the visuals are cheap and poorly executed. Additionally, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the overall experience, further frustrating players who expected a more visually engaging game.
- “The UI is simple but aesthetic.”
- “Great graphics, but ads annoy me.”
- “A solid puzzle game with a clean aesthetic and very few extra bells and whistles.”
- “The graphics are nothing like the advertisement shows.”
- “Graphics are below mediocre.”
- “Graphics in game are nothing like graphics in advertisement.”
gameplay
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
69%
10%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with some users appreciating its simplicity and challenge. However, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the experience, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. This has led to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation of the app due to the disruptive nature of the ads and the lack of variety in gameplay mechanics.
- “The concept and gameplay are very nice and entertaining.”
- “Very smooth gameplay, super engaging and addictive.”
- “Fun gameplay; fairly mindless but occasionally challenging.”
- “Very fun until October 2022 when an ad now pops up and covers the gameplay every time you open the app.”
- “After paying for the ad-free version, I was still spending about 40% of my gameplay time watching ads.”
- “The gameplay is buggy and horrible, the ads are long and unreasonable, not a good experience, just a ripoff of games like Doctor Eureka.”
stability
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
4%
94%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during or after ads. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to respond, requiring them to restart the app to continue playing. While some users note that they experience no glitches, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is plagued by bugs and excessive advertising, significantly detracting from the overall experience.
- “I've had no glitches or other issues happen.”
- “No glitches and the levels increase in difficulty rather than staying the same.”
- “I love it; no glitches makes it a plus! 💯”
- “It is the first ad that actually interrupts gameplay; once the ad pops up, it freezes play and you have to close the app and reopen it.”
- “This is by far the worst game I have played to date. Ads are more prevalent than the time you actually get to play, the glitches are annoying and never-ending, screen freezes constantly, and the game stops identifying what you select and starts making random choices instead.”
- “The game is so buggy; before you release a game like this, make sure that your game is not buggy. It's kind of irritating.”
music
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
85%
8%
The music aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, primarily due to intrusive ads that consistently mute or disrupt any music players in use. Players express frustration over the lack of in-game music, with many noting that the ads feature music that is often irritating or poorly chosen. Overall, users desire a more enjoyable audio experience, including the option for soothing background music during gameplay.
- “I was really drawn to the ad because it had beautiful calm piano music.”
- “I wanted it because of the tranquil music in the background.”
- “A choice of soothing background music would be nice.”
- “Each 15 second ad will mute whatever music you're listening to, long enough for the music app to close, so you have to open it back up just to listen to music, but wait, that was only the first ad.”
- “There's no paid option to get rid of the ads and you can't even turn the music off on some of them - which makes it a pain if you're playing the game whilst listening to drama or music.”
- “Non-stop very noisy ads which also influence the rest of the sound of my phone, so I can't listen to a book or music while playing.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overwhelmingly tedious due to the excessive number of repetitive ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and relaxation intended by the gameplay. Many users express frustration with the inability to skip ads and feel that the game has become more of an ad platform than a fun experience, leading to a significant drop in their ratings. While the puzzles themselves are appreciated, the constant interruptions from ads make the game feel laborious rather than enjoyable.
- “Multiply that by 25 across 200 levels and the game just becomes one very long, tedious bunch of ads.”
- “It's a tedious process, and the reason why I'm not giving the full 5-star rating.”
- “The puzzles are good, but the amount of adverts is so high that it makes the experience of using the app very tedious and not at all enjoyable.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
93%
7%
Overall, players find the game to be humorous and entertaining, often describing it as funny and addictive. However, some users express frustration with the presence of ads and gameplay changes that detract from the fun. Despite these issues, the humor remains a highlight for many, contributing positively to their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The game is funny and addictive.”
- “Hilarious.”
- “It's a great and funny game, I enjoy it so much. Good job.”
- “Now all the balls are hidden, and it's obviously not funny. It's not a puzzle anymore. This was my favorite game, and I'm uninstalling it now. 😩💔”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the game emotionally engaging and relaxing, appreciating its potential to improve cognitive skills. However, frustrations arise from technical issues and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, players express heartfelt appreciation for the developers and the game's wholesome nature.
- “Fantastic game to improve .. to train one's cognitive capabilities .... great game to relax .... my heartfelt congrats to the developers ....”
- “This is wholesome”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The reviews indicate a desire for a more engaging storyline, with some users wishing for a cartoon narrative to accompany the gameplay, while others appreciate the absence of characters and lengthy dialogues, preferring a straightforward experience without unnecessary embellishments. Overall, the feedback reflects a mixed sentiment towards the story aspect, with some wanting more depth and others favoring simplicity.
- “Glad there are no stupid characters, monologues, or unnecessary story elements!”
- “I wish there was some cartoon storyline to go with it, but that's my personal opinion.”
- “No characters nor story to skip past or other pointless bells and whistles.”
- “I'm happy with ads, but short ones, not a biblical story.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some report smooth performance without issues, others experience freezing and significant slowdowns due to ads. Additionally, there are calls for improved graphics depth and color, indicating that optimization could be enhanced further.
- “There are no performance issues, so people complaining about that have problems with their own device.”
- “Would like some depth and better colors in the graphics, but it seems to run smoothly.”
- “I optimized my tablet...still freezing.”
- “Ads are significantly slowing down the game performance.”
- “Worst system optimization.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
The game offers a decent level of replayability, particularly for those who enjoy solving challenges without relying on additional aids. However, some players may explore other options to assess their overall enjoyment, especially considering the presence of ads.
- “The game offers a lot of variety, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “There are multiple paths and strategies to explore, which keeps me coming back for more.”
- “I love how each session can be different based on the choices I make, enhancing the replayability.”
- “I really like the game, but I'll have to try other apps to see if they are more replayable for me.”
- “It's a good thinker, but if you can solve the puzzles without the extras, then it's not so bad for ads. If not, there are ads, but at least they're playable ads.”