Bowmasters: Archery Shooting

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Bowmasters is a fantasy shooter game with both multiplayer and single-player modes. It boasts good gameplay, fantastic graphics, and a good dose of humor, although it has its share of bugs and may display excessive advertisements. The game presents itself as a new version of the popular bowman game, offering an engaging aim and shoot experience.

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Play Modes

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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

gameplay120 positive mentions

monetization5.6k negative mentions

monetization
5,825 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report being bombarded with ads before, during, and after matches, leading to a frustrating experience where they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. Many users express disappointment over the shift from a previously enjoyable experience to one dominated by aggressive advertising and costly subscription options to remove ads, which they find unreasonable. Overall, while the game itself has potential, the monetization strategy is seen as a major detractor from its enjoyment.
- “Best game ever, no ads, and very smooth game.”
- “No ads cool characters.”
- “Great game haven't played this in a long time wish there was no ads.”
- “Unfortunately, after playing for no more than 15 minutes, I realized I was going to spend more time watching ads than enjoying the game.”
- “What would otherwise be an incredibly fun game has been ruined by greed to extract as much wealth as possible from the player, be it from time viewing ads or pay-to-win tactics.”
- “The amount of ads required just to play the game is insane.”
gameplay
330 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
54%
10%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, featuring quirky characters and creative mechanics that keep it entertaining. 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 excessive ad interference has led to frustration and disappointment, overshadowing the otherwise enjoyable gameplay.
- “A fun arcade game with quirky characters, creative weapons, and entertaining gameplay.”
- “The variety of characters and weapons keeps things fresh, and each one has its own unique abilities that make the gameplay feel exciting.”
- “The gameplay is great but the amount of ads makes it absolutely unplayable.”
- “Ad plagued cash grab, spammed with ten plus ads in barely ten minutes of gameplay.”
- “This game is basically just an ad with a little bit of gameplay.”
- “You get about 30 seconds of gameplay met with 30 seconds of ads.”
graphics
215 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
16%
3%
The graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users, with many praising the vibrant art style, smooth animations, and detailed character designs. However, several reviews highlight that excessive advertisements detract from the overall experience, overshadowing the visual appeal. While some players appreciate the graphic violence and unique aesthetics, others criticize the graphics as lacking depth or being overly simplistic, indicating a need for improvement.
- “Awesome game! Love it! The graphics, the blood, and the maps are beautiful. I don't really care about the ads, just the game and their upgrades on the character.”
- “The graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is very fun. It's a great experience overall.”
- “Beautiful graphics and crazy gameplay! This game is amazing, the graphics are really good.”
- “Bow master is a disappointment due to its repetitive gameplay, lackluster graphics, and excessive ads, which disrupt the experience and make the game feel more like a constant advertisement than an enjoyable pastime.”
- “The gameplay is redundant, and graphics resemble the crayon drawing of a 2-year-old.”
- “Garbage graphics... crashed twice in 10 minutes... uninstalled after playing three opponents.”
stability
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the game becoming unresponsive after watching ads, losing progress in tournaments, and encountering bugs that prevent them from completing quests or collecting rewards. While the game is generally enjoyable, these stability problems detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and disappointment.
- “Very good game, no glitches and good graphics.”
- “The game just stops working; sometimes it freezes mid-game, and sometimes you can't click anything.”
- “I really like this game, but the previous updates made it too buggy. It even starts to exit by itself; it's so frustrating.”
- “This game really sucked from my experience; it was full of bugs and glitches, especially in tournaments and finishes.”
humor
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
3%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its funny characters, animations, and absurd situations, often likening it to classic games like "Worms." However, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the experience, with many reviewers finding the constant interruptions both frustrating and ironically amusing. Overall, while the game delivers a fun and humorous experience, the ad overload significantly impacts player enjoyment.
- “I've been playing Bowmasters for months now, and the game has a perfect balance of fun, challenge, and humor.”
- “This game is so fun and it's funny.”
- “Hilarious characters, great graphics!”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “The jokes are stale and lack any real wit or creativity.”
- “The attempts at humor often miss the mark and come off as cringeworthy.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
85%
8%
The game's story aspect is largely overshadowed by persistent bugs and excessive ads, which frustrate players and hinder their ability to complete quests and enjoy the narrative. While some users find the gameplay entertaining and nostalgic, many express a desire for a more structured story mode and improvements to the overall experience, as the current state feels repetitive and plagued by technical issues. Overall, the narrative potential is recognized, but it remains largely unfulfilled due to these ongoing problems.
- “This game is amazing and super funny. I totally recommend this to friends and family, just wish it had kind of an adventure mode as well, like each character has a story. Food for thought. Love it! ❤️❤️❤️”
- “This game is nostalgic for me, so I love this game, but it should add one story mode where every level is like: 10, 20, 30, like that. By the way, superb game.”
- “The game is really fun to play, but the ads are another story.”
- “So the story is I got bored and I decided to download it because why not, I used to enjoy this decades ago... and once I hit play, it was a gigantic disappointment. The game has more bugs than the mites that live on my door, the glitches and ads are very awful; the ads almost invaded the whole game.”
- “It's fun and stuff, but the quests for the Fire Fox pass don't give premium character missions for people who don't have premium. If you do, please still give them.”
- “Should have a story mode.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
68%
12%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback from users, with some enjoying it while others report issues such as the music stopping unexpectedly or being too loud. Many players express frustration over frequent ads interrupting their experience, including when trying to adjust music settings. Overall, while the music is appreciated by some, technical glitches and intrusive ads detract from the enjoyment for many users.
- “Because I love it, and you can stop the music and sounds.”
- “The best game 🎮 🎯 in the app store! I just wish it had more characters and voice chat 💥💯. The music is good, the aiming, and everything.”
- “I like the music and the game.”
- “Every single thing that you do requires an ad... I went into the settings to turn off the music and an ad popped up.”
- “The music mutes after playing for a while, I don't know why.”
- “Cannot play the game while listening to podcasts or music at the same time.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the challenge of unlocking characters and upgrades, many express frustration over the tediousness and excessive advertisements that interrupt gameplay. The need to accumulate large amounts of in-game currency and the risk of losing progress can make the grind feel unrewarding, leading to a sense of boredom over time. Overall, while the game has enjoyable elements, the grinding can detract from the overall experience for some players.
- “It's a bit grindy when unlocking characters, from needing 12k-20k coins to beating 15-20 times a game mode in under 24 hours.”
- “There are now an obscene amount of advertisements (as of June 25th, compared to February 11th), and not to mention every decent character is locked behind a paywall or a tedious chest unlock.”
- “Fun in short bursts, but has some tendencies to be a bit tedious and grindy.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players finding it wholesome and enjoyable, while others express frustration due to intrusive ads and gameplay issues that detract from their experience. The negative feelings are amplified by technical problems, such as unintentional redirects to the app store and challenges in gameplay that lead to a sense of annoyance.
- “I 100% advise you to try this wholesome game out.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Overall, users report mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some appreciate the improved performance and character upgrades, others experience freezing issues and sound loss, which detracts from their enjoyment and progress retention.
- “I do have a better phone now, but it says they improved game performance.”
- “Love the performance of this game; the characters are pretty good, and the upgrades to some of the characters are really cool.”
- “I gave it a steady 3 because of performance issues; it freezes and even makes you lose sound, similar to the tanks game. With that being said, it's okay to play, but they don't save my progress enough for me to enjoy it.”
- “I do have a better phone now, but it still says they improved game performance.”
- “The game has potential, but the optimization is lacking, leading to frequent lag and crashes.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is not explicitly addressed in the reviews, but the overall excitement and excellent character designs suggest a positive reception. However, the presence of excessive advertisements and the push for paid ad removal may detract from the immersive experience, potentially impacting character engagement.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's replayability is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming presence of ads, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment. Users express frustration with the current state of the game, suggesting that improvements and updates are needed to enhance playability and make it more engaging.