BLACKPINK THE GAME
- May 18, 2023
- TAKEONE COMPANY
"BLACKPINK THE GAME" is an arcade-style game that offers a wholesome story and the chance to manage a talent agency featuring the popular K-pop group. Experience great game mechanics, stunning graphics, and an amazing soundtrack, but be aware of frequent ads and bugs. As a producer, customize members' outfits and clear schedules through puzzle-solving and mini-games.
Reviews
- The game is fun and engaging, especially for fans of Blackpink.
- Graphics and character designs are cute and appealing.
- The game offers a variety of tasks and mini-games to keep players entertained.
- The game frequently crashes and has issues with lag, especially during loading screens.
- Players experience problems with the Gacha system, often leading to crashes.
- The game requires a significant amount of storage and data, which can be frustrating for users.
- graphics61 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals, smooth animations, and high-quality design, making it a standout feature for many players. While most reviews highlight the beauty and detail of the graphics, some users have reported issues with lag and crashes, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a major strength, particularly for fans of Blackpink, enhancing the immersive gameplay.
“The graphics and sounds are great, I love it very much!”
“The graphics are beautiful and stunning.”
“The graphics and the animations are just great.”
“The graphics are kinda boring compared to other games that come out in 2023.”
“I love the game, the graphics, sounds, and the many features, but there is a problem: it's always lagging and it keeps crashing. Please fix this, devs, but I really love this.”
“I think they could just improve the graphics more next time.”
- stability44 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashing, and glitches during gameplay. Many players experience long loading times and unexpected app closures, which detracts from the overall enjoyment despite the game's potential and engaging content. While some users appreciate the game's features, they express a strong desire for improvements to address these stability issues.
“I love the theme and how the game works and has different types of games in one, but it's really frustrating every time it freezes, which is always and not for 10 seconds; it freezes about 30-40 minutes.”
“I have mixed feelings about this game. It's got great potential but it's quite buggy and it takes forever to get the game up and running for the first time. Along with that, it randomly closes without warning.”
“The game is good but it freezes and is really laggy, and updating takes storage. I don't know if I'm the only one, but I don't have that much storage left.”
- music42 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many fans praising the engaging intro and the overall soundtrack that captures the essence of Blackpink. However, some users expressed frustration over the repetitive nature of the songs, particularly the constant looping of "The Girls," and a desire for a broader selection of tracks from the group's discography. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for fans, there are calls for improvements and more variety.
“From the engaging gameplay to the stunning visuals and addictive soundtrack, this game has exceeded all my expectations.”
“This game is an absolute treat for Blackpink fans and a perfect blend of captivating gameplay, stunning visuals, and an unforgettable musical experience.”
“As a fan of Blackpink, I can say that the game does an excellent job of capturing the essence of the group's music and style.”
“It takes such a long time to load and the intro of the game is cute, but the only problem is that only one song keeps on repeating.”
“While I'm in the Blackpink world, the music is different from the previous version of this game, so I would rather have the other music from the previous version.”
“I would love this app as a true Blink for 6 years, but the problem is the app doesn't load properly; it just plays 'The Girls' song at the start for more than 10 minutes. Please fix this.”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally engaging and fun, featuring unique mechanics and captivating visuals that appeal to players, especially fans of Blackpink. However, many users report issues such as crashes, lag, and glitches that detract from the experience, alongside concerns about the app's size and the need for in-game purchases. While the core gameplay loop is simple and enjoyable, improvements are needed to enhance stability and responsiveness.
“This game is unexpectedly really fun and has unique mechanics that hooked me in for hours straight.”
“From the engaging gameplay to the stunning visuals and addictive soundtrack, this game has exceeded all my expectations.”
“The gameplay is simple yet engaging, with players tapping the screen to the beat of Blackpink's songs.”
“Occasionally, I've experienced crashes and small glitches during gameplay.”
“It's an addicting game, but the continuous crashing makes it not fun, especially when it crashes in the middle of gameplay, and it counts as a usage of albums.”
“Cute but the game takes forever to load, the animations during gameplay lag, and in the first 15 minutes of play it crashed 3 times.”
- monetization19 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with players appreciating the non-intrusive and optional nature of ads, which do not disrupt gameplay. However, there are significant issues with ad functionality, including glitches and crashes when attempting to watch ads for rewards. Additionally, while the presence of ads is minimal, players express frustration over the high cost of in-game purchases, particularly given the game's target audience.
“I'd give it a 5-star rating, but the in-game purchases are way too high, especially since it's a game aimed at younger players. However, the gameplay itself is really fun and easy to play.”
“Watching ads in the shop or albums button no longer does anything...”
“Love this game but the thing I hate is when I tap the advertisement, it relogs back and gives no reward... I have to do it again, and somehow it gets stuck. I wonder why?”
“The only problem is the in-game purchases are so expensive.”
- story13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is highly praised for its engaging and enjoyable narrative, which effectively brings the Blackpink members and their world to life. Players appreciate the combination of a fun storyline with challenging puzzles, although some express frustration with gameplay mechanics that hinder their experience. Overall, the storyline is a significant draw, making players eager to continue exploring the game.
“It is so fun and interesting, and the storyline just makes you want to play more and more.”
“The story is fun, and all the Blackpink members and their world are really brought to life through the game.”
“There's a nice story to enjoy, and many puzzles that are fun to do.”
“However, I do struggle sometimes in the mini-games; the joystick doesn't always respond. Also, the controls for building don't work at times, and I have to click them more than once. Lastly, it crashes at times while doing the story or trying to upgrade something.”
“Do not expect to be able to enjoy playing this game if you don't have money, because when you enter stage 8, it's really impossible to complete the mission without a 5-star card, and I don't want to waste my money on a game that is just making me stressed out.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its wholesome nature and impactful graphics that evoke tears. However, frustrations arise from technical issues, such as prolonged loading times and login difficulties, which lead to feelings of disappointment and negativity. Overall, the game elicits a mix of deep emotional engagement and significant frustration due to its performance.
“The high level graphics and so many events made me cry.”
“This game almost made me cry and is the best game I've played so far.”
“This is wholesome: 💗 there are many things to do!”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and engaging, enhancing their overall enjoyment. Many users appreciate the cute and entertaining interactions, particularly those that reflect the personalities of the characters, making the experience feel lively and amusing. Overall, the game's humor contributes significantly to its appeal, keeping players entertained and preventing boredom.
“I really like the game; it's very funny.”
“It's very funny; I love to play it every single time when I feel bored.”
“It's cute, fun, and enjoyable to play. Plus, if you are a Blink, you will enjoy this game even more. I'm a real Blink since 2016, and I love how they made the four members reflect their real personalities. It's kind of funny, and you will not get bored with this game.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, users report mixed experiences with optimization in the game. While some praise its smooth performance and lack of glitches, others express frustration with the game's optimization, indicating that it could be improved despite the appealing graphics and gameplay.
“Not lagging, no glitches, just working smooth like butter. I love this game; it passes my time so well. ❤️ Blackpink never disappoints us with their content, their songs, performances, and now games are also excellent. 👍”
“The idea is good, but the optimization could use some improvement.”
“The idea is good, but the optimization sucks.”
“This game is great and the graphics are impressive, but I thought it would be a simulation for the group members. The game schedule makes me bored after playing for 3 hours; it's more about collecting photos than seeing the members perform with their music.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the engaging character designs and find the process of developing a production office enjoyable, indicating a positive experience with character development in the game.
“The character development in this game is incredibly engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel meaningful.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find grinding to be an enjoyable aspect of the game, as it allows them to progress and unlock new content, such as characters. However, some users have experienced technical issues, like screen freezes, which can disrupt the grinding experience.
“I'm just enjoying the game and grinding to level 30 to unlock the girls, but after doing some pulls, my screen froze.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find the grinding to be a tedious chore rather than an enjoyable part of the gameplay.”