Bounzy!
- June 14, 2017
- Zynga
- 10h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Bounzy!" is a puzzle game that offers beautiful graphics and interesting mechanics, but is hindered by frequent bugs, poor optimization, and an overwhelming amount of ads. The game challenges players to protect their town from various projectiles, providing a fun and engaging experience, although the need for grinding and the aforementioned issues may deter some players. Overall, "Bounzy!" is an enjoyable game that could benefit from some technical improvements.
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Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, making it a great time killer.
- The graphics and sound effects are enjoyable, adding to the overall experience.
- The game allows for casual play without the need for constant purchases.
- There are too many ads, with unskippable ones after every level, which disrupts gameplay.
- The game often crashes or lags, especially when multiple spells are on screen.
- Progression becomes frustratingly difficult after a certain point, making it feel like a pay-to-win scenario.
- monetization836 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads. Many players report being forced to watch lengthy, unskippable ads after nearly every level, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the frequency and intrusiveness of the ads have led to frustration, with several users expressing a desire for a paid option to remove them entirely.
“There's no ads that it forces you to watch other than the optional ones to get the special moves or extra coins after a match.”
“Generous with their leveling up and a game I didn't mind throwing a couple bucks their way because the gameplay felt fair and I never felt the developer was being pushy with their monetization.”
“Not pay-to-win, no microtransactions, no life/stamina system, upgrades are fairly easy to earn.”
“The game is fun, but after level 100 everything is the same: the same enemies, bosses, level design, etc. Not only does it get boring, but the only way to make enough in-game cash to keep your upgrades on-par with the scale of the enemies, you either have to watch the ads after every level or spend real money.”
“Forced ads after nearly every level are very annoying. I get it, watch an ad to open a chest but just being forced to sit through an ad every time you play... uninstalled.”
“The game is good but the ads are very annoying. I love this game but the amount of ads it has is insane and it ruins the gaming experience.”
- gameplay93 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and addictive, with enjoyable mechanics and a cute art style; however, it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of variety as players progress. Many users express frustration with the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience, leading to a feeling of being forced to spend money to advance. While some find the gameplay fun initially, it often becomes tedious and grind-heavy, diminishing overall enjoyment.
“Gameplay itself is enjoyable.”
“The gameplay is very satisfying, and has a cute art style.”
“Addictive gameplay but progression is pointless since the levels don't get that much harder.”
“It's filled with repetitive gameplay with repetitive music and doesn't interest you at all.”
“The gameplay, while novel, is incredibly repetitive with almost no variation as time goes on.”
“The constant ads break the gameplay pacing and ruin the game.”
- stability74 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- -3 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezing, and unresponsive controls, particularly affecting special abilities and gameplay progression. Many players express frustration over the increasing number of bugs following recent updates, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some users still find the game fun, the overwhelming consensus is that stability issues need urgent attention to improve the gaming experience.
“Awesome game, no glitches, and my son's favorite game.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making it a joy to play.”
“I've experienced zero bugs since I started playing, which is impressive!”
“Lately there have been too many unresolved glitches to enjoy the experience for me.”
“This game used to be so good and I played it all the time, but since the last update it is just so buggy.”
“Game constantly freezes and crashes.”
- graphics66 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the colorful and appealing art style, high-quality effects, and overall aesthetic. However, some users criticize the inconsistency between 3D models and 2D aesthetics, as well as issues like lag and graphical bugs. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good or great, there are calls for improvements and more variation in visual elements.
“The visuals are amazing, the high-quality effects and the cool gameplay are all there.”
“Amazing game! It is fun to play on long car rides and the graphics are amazing!”
“Great concept and amazing animation graphics.”
“The 3D model really doesn't fit with the 2D aesthetics.”
“It was okay until the recent update where the graphics are off and it's running really slow and the ads are out of control.”
“The graphics are bog-standard fantasy wizard fare, nothing special or eye-catching.”
- music28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing it as repetitive, boring, and uninspired. While a few users appreciate certain aspects of the music, the general consensus is that it detracts from the overall experience, often leading players to turn it off entirely. Suggestions for improvement include varying the soundtrack and enhancing the audio quality to better match the game's aesthetic.
“I love the aesthetic and music it has.”
“I love the theme song and all the cute models for the dragons.”
“I like the music.”
“The music is boring and repetitive.”
“Unfortunately boring, could be a great take on an old game but nope.... don't waste your time.... and the music is awful.”
“The music in this game is just too repetitive and boring.”
- grinding14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often unrewarding, with many expressing frustration over repetitive gameplay and excessive ads that interrupt the experience. While some enjoy the initial grind, they eventually feel capped in progression, leading to a lack of motivation to continue. Overall, the grinding mechanics are seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the game's enjoyment.
“The game revolves purely on basic angles and grinding coins to be able to clear levels, and then puts an ad on the bottom for the whole level and a long, unskippable ad after each level (and sometimes during, to get clicks out of you).”
“The gameplay is very tedious.”
“It literally offers nothing new and becomes extremely tedious.”
- optimization12 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant stuttering, especially after reaching higher levels, making it frustrating and often unplayable. Many users also note issues with display compatibility and intrusive ads, suggesting a lack of performance customization options. Overall, the game is deemed poorly optimized across various devices.
“They need to add options to control performance because the game comes to a grinding halt when a lot of hits are happening at once.”
“Not optimized for narrow displays like OnePlus 7T.”
“Poorly optimized.”
“But for the past two days it's been glitching and stuttering badly, making it completely unplayable.”
- story11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a strong desire for a more developed story mode, with players expressing that the current narrative lacks depth and variety. While some praise the emotional impact of the existing storyline, many feel that additional side quests and a structured story progression would enhance the overall experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game would benefit significantly from a richer narrative and less repetitive gameplay.
“This masterpiece has just shy of the greatest graphics, top controls, and content with the most intriguing emotional storyline I've ever experienced; you won't ever regret feasting on such a succulent game.”
“Ad city, win - ad, lose - ad, open chest with key - ad, open chest without key - ad, upgrade - ad..... very repetitive, lack of enemy variation, no special missions or alternatives.”
“Generally okay, but it needs more of a story.”
“I'd like to see a daily sign-in bonus and a story with this.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with users finding it both entertaining and enjoyable, often describing it as "super fun" and "really funny." Many appreciate its lighthearted and silly nature, which contributes to an overall positive gaming experience.
“Really funny to play.”
“Just plain stupid; that is what makes it fun and funny.”
“So funny 😂.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with users praising its deeply engaging storyline that evokes strong feelings. Despite minor shortcomings in graphics and controls, the emotional depth of the narrative leaves a lasting impression, making it a memorable experience.
“This masterpiece has just shy of the greatest graphics, top controls, and content with the most intriguing emotional storyline I've ever experienced. You won't ever regret feasting on such a succulent game.”
