Blob Runner 3D

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"Blob Runner 3D" is a Platformer game where you play as a giant Blob, providing plenty of humor as you navigate through various levels. However, be prepared for frequent disruptions from ads and numerous bugs that may impact gameplay. Despite its flaws, the game offers a unique and entertaining experience for players.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 11,349 reviews

humor84 positive mentions

monetization2.1k negative mentions

monetization
2,208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive ad placements, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. Users express frustration over the frequency of ads, often appearing after every level or even during gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience. While some acknowledge the necessity of ads in free-to-play games, the overwhelming consensus is that the ad load is excessive and detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I'd happily pay a couple of dollars to have absolutely no ads, but as it is, it sucks.”
- “Would love to see more level variety, more skins, the ability to pay for no ads (please), and things to buy for people who have lots of diamonds.”
- “Very good game for me. I gave 5 stars because no ads for me and it just lagged when I started it. If you update the game to 100 gems = 1 hat, it will be soooo good.”
- “The problem is, there are too many ads and I can barely play, which means I have to turn my Wi-Fi off in order to play normally.”
- “You potentially spend the same amount of time watching ads as you do playing.”
- “All in all, you spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game.”
graphics
213 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
35%
43%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as poor, glitchy, and reminiscent of outdated technology, often citing visible pixels and lag issues. While a few players found the graphics acceptable or even enjoyable, the consensus leans heavily towards dissatisfaction, with frequent mentions of excessive ads exacerbating the overall experience. Improvements in graphics quality and performance are widely requested by users.
- “The gameplay and graphics are great, and cosmetics (hats, skins, etc.) are really achievable to unlock with coins (however, about half of the hats are ad-unlocked, but that's okay because there is not one microtransaction in this entire game.”
- “This game is very great because I liked its graphics.”
- “I love this game, it's fun and the graphics are awesome.”
- “Graphics are trash even for a mobile game standard, levels are also repetitive.”
- “The graphics are horrible, it takes too long to load, and worst of all there are too many ads, like dude I could just be playing and finished a level and suddenly there's an ad I can't skip.”
- “Now, this game is a disappointment, I downloaded it expecting it to be like the ad, but no, the graphics are absolutely terrible, I can't say enough that the game is awful, if I could give this review 0 stars I would.”
gameplay
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
61%
22%
The gameplay is generally described as simplistic and repetitive, with mechanics that involve running and gaining size, but it quickly becomes stale due to excessive advertisements that interrupt the experience. Many users report a frustrating ratio of ads to gameplay, often experiencing more time watching ads than actually playing, which detracts significantly from enjoyment. While some find the gameplay mildly entertaining, the overwhelming presence of ads and technical issues like lag and awkward controls lead to a largely negative reception.
- “The gameplay and graphics are great, and cosmetics (hats, skins, etc.) are really achievable to unlock with coins (however, about half of the hats are ad-unlocked, but that's okay because there is not one microtransaction in this entire game).”
- “Gameplay matches what you see in ads and is fun.”
- “It's a simple game with enjoyable gameplay, nothing special but I'd probably give it a higher score if ads weren't misleading.”
- “The gameplay is as poor as it can be.”
- “Unfortunately, as is customary with this developer, the app is approximately 20% gameplay and 80% adverts.”
- “You’re watching ads more than playing a game, not that it has much gameplay to begin with.”
stability
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues such as unresponsive controls, random app closures, and excessive ads that exacerbate the frustration. Overall, the game is deemed unplayable by a large number of reviewers due to these persistent technical problems.
- “I have just installed it and within the first two levels, I have experienced numerous glitches and bugs.”
- “This game freezes every 5 seconds or so, and the constant ads make it nearly impossible to play.”
- “The game is terrible; it's so laggy and my phone freezes when I play.”
humor
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and entertaining, particularly due to quirky sound effects and amusing visuals. However, some users feel that the humor can become repetitive over time and that the game does not always live up to its promotional claims. While the game is praised for its comedic elements, frequent ads detract from the overall experience for several players.
- “This type of game is nothing new, but the way it's done here is hilarious.”
- “I find this game a lot of fun when I play it. It sounds really funny when he runs and you hear a blob sound, and you think that the blob has a mind of its own, which it does, but it is really fun.”
- “It's hilariously weird and funny, and I like it, so 5 stars.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
35%
39%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying it for its humor and fun, while others criticize it for being repetitive, boring, or even plagiarized from other games like PK XD and Subway Surfers. Several users noted the absence of music or sound effects, leading to a lack of engagement, and some expressed frustration over copyright issues. Overall, the music aspect seems to detract from the experience for many players.
- “I love the music in the game and it has easy controls.”
- “I gave it 5 stars because the music is funny and it's difficult.”
- “The most beautiful game like the song 'Believer'.”
- “No music or sound effects at all, just annoying vibration but luckily you can turn it off.”
- “It's boring, the levels are short, and the music is bad.”
- “Boring, the music is also bad.”
optimization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
43%
33%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant lag, glitches, and performance issues, particularly on mobile devices. Many suggest that reducing the polygon count on certain elements could improve performance, as the current state leads to frequent stuttering and a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and feels more like a revenue-driven product than a polished experience.
- “I'd tone down the polygons significantly on the blobs, since I'm pretty sure most of the performance is affected by that.”
- “Barely optimized on my phone, and it isn't something from the lowest shelf in the shop.”
- “Too glitchy to play properly, the optimization is terrible, the ads are ridiculous, this game is a joke and nothing but revenue bait.”
- “Very laggy, the blob doesn't need to be so shiny; it cuts performance.”
- “Game stutters a lot, every obstacle causes a very brief bout of lag.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
27%
The reviews indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the lack of engaging storylines in modern 3D mobile games, with many users feeling that they are repetitive and lack depth. Some users express nostalgia for older games that offered more substantial narratives and entertainment value. Overall, the current trend is seen as a missed opportunity for storytelling, with some players resorting to creating TikTok content instead.
- “I love it! I do stories for TikTok!”
- “I can make TikTok stories now!”
- “These 3D games are all the same; there's no plot, just run straight and dodge obstacles.”
- “They must give more upgrades and missions.”
- “Add a story about how you become a blob runner.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the requirement of watching videos to earn rewards, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience and feels more like a mechanism for generating ad revenue than genuine engagement.
- “Just a game made for farming ad revenue”
- “Gameplay is okay, but the most tedious thing to me is that you have to watch a video to get literally anything in the game.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely negative, with users expressing frustration over technical issues that hinder their experience, such as accidental inputs and gameplay collisions. This dissatisfaction suggests a lack of engagement and enjoyment, leading to a feeling of disappointment among players.