Brain Dots

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Brain Dots is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Translimit, Inc and was released on July 5, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Brain Dots" is a popular puzzle game with over 50 million downloads, where you must bump two balls together in each stage by drawing lines and shapes. The game offers more than 25 colored pens to collect and use, and the ability to share and create stages for global challenge. The goal is to clear stages with flexible thinking and share victories with friends.

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Single-Player

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,100 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

monetization926 negative mentions

The game features interesting and challenging puzzles that engage the player's brain.
It allows for creative solutions, making it enjoyable to find different ways to complete levels.
The graphics and design of the game are appealing, enhancing the overall experience.

The frequency of ads is excessive, with interruptions after almost every level, making the game frustrating to play.
Many users report that ads can be unskippable and often lead to unwanted app downloads.
The game has become less enjoyable due to the overwhelming number of ads, leading to many players uninstalling it.

monetization
956 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, with frequent unskippable ads appearing after nearly every level or retry. While some users are willing to pay for an ad-free experience, they note that even paid versions still include ads for hints, leading to a generally negative perception of the game's monetization approach.
- “I paid a few pounds for no ads unless I want hints, which I avoid anyway.”
- “In all honesty, it's a great puzzle game with little to no ads.”
- “I would gladly pay the average $2 for no ads.”
- “All the negative comments about ads are true; I paid a few bucks to kill most of them, otherwise the game is nearly unplayable.”
- “I felt like I was actually spending more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “The amount of ads makes this game absolutely unplayable.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
64%
15%
The gameplay is generally described as satisfying and nostalgic, with simple mechanics and a fun concept that offers some challenge. However, the overwhelming presence of intrusive ads significantly detracts from the experience, with many players reporting more time spent watching ads than actually playing, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstalling the game. Overall, while the gameplay itself has potential, the excessive ad interruptions have left many users disappointed.
- “As far as gameplay goes, it's pretty satisfying.”
- “Fun, simple, yet challenging puzzle game with cute theme music and easy-to-learn mechanics.”
- “Great game with simple mechanics, great sound and graphics, and a subtle depth to it.”
- “Pen still gets glued to whatever surface it is close to, makes gameplay very frustrating.”
- “There are more ads than gameplay, it's so annoying.”
- “It is such a wonderful game but now it is filled with so many intrusive ads which ruins all gameplay.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The music in the game is generally appreciated for its calming and cute themes, enhancing the overall experience. However, many users express frustration over the game interrupting their background music and the overwhelming presence of ads, which often pause their music playback. This has led to a negative impact on user enjoyment, with some even uninstalling the game due to these issues.
- “According to my personal preference, it's better to allow background music to run without interruption along with the game.”
- “Fun, simple, yet challenging puzzle game with cute theme music and easy-to-learn mechanics.”
- “You can make yourself smarter and the music is so calming.”
- “The song abruptly pauses when entering the game.”
- “It's bad enough that it's an advertising blitzkrieg disguised as a game, but it pauses my music every time an ad plays, causing some anguish.”
- “Extreme fail, only app I've ever seen to pause your music player.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
Overall, users praise the game's graphics as visually appealing and smooth, even on lower-end devices. Many highlight the excellent quality and beauty of the visuals, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, some users feel that there is still room for improvement in the graphics.
- “Great game with simple mechanics, great sound and graphics, and a subtle depth to it.”
- “Amazing graphics, so smooth to run on my crappy phone.”
- “Brain Dots is a very good and fantastic game; its graphics are very good and beautiful. You should try it! ”
- “The graphics could be much better; they feel outdated and lack detail.”
- “The visual quality is disappointing, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- “The graphics are subpar, which detracts from the overall experience.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences significant stability issues, including frequent freezing at startup and during gameplay, particularly when trying to progress through levels. Users also report bugs and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these problems, some players still find the game enjoyable and better than similar titles.
- “It's buggy, there are ads constantly, there are pens in the game that are too large, so you can't even see what you're doing.”
- “On my Note 9, the game turns on and freezes at the 'press to start' option.”
- “Freezes every time.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's progressive challenges as a key factor contributing to its high replay value, encouraging them to return for new experiences and improved skills.
- “The game offers progressive challenges that keep you coming back for more.”
- “There's a high replay value that makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “Every time I play, I discover new strategies and experiences that enhance replayability.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by frequent and intrusive ads, with players expressing frustration over having to watch lengthy advertisements after short missions. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the ad interruptions significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to lower ratings.
- “I love this game, but I have given it 3 stars because in most of the missions, there is one ad that annoys me very much.”
- “I understand ads are needed for revenue, but this is annoying—really annoying. You have to watch a 10+ second ad after every mission, which lasts barely 10 seconds.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional response to the game, initially feeling excitement that quickly turns to frustration as they encounter irrelevant hints and confusing gameplay at higher levels. The overwhelming presence of ads has also contributed to a negative emotional experience, leading some to consider uninstalling the game.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be both interesting and humorous, highlighting its ability to entertain through comedic elements.
- “This is a very interesting and funny game.”