Bubble Explode - Pop & Shoot | Game Brain

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"Bubble Explode - Pop & Shoot" is a puzzle game with 15 different challenges that combine bubble shooter, popper, and blaster elements. The game boasts excellent graphics and sensational music, but is disturbed by frequent ads and plagued with bugs. Despite these issues, it offers a fun and engaging experience for bubble popping enthusiasts.

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Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,423 reviews

music16 positive mentions

monetization33 negative mentions

The game offers a wide variety of bubble games, keeping it interesting and engaging for players.
Many players find the game relaxing and addictive, making it a great way to pass the time.
The graphics and sound effects are praised for being enjoyable and enhancing the overall gaming experience.

Frequent ads and pop-ups disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration among players.
Recent updates have introduced issues such as crashes, loss of progress, and forced purchases for game modes that were previously free.
Some players report problems with the game's responsiveness and accuracy, particularly on certain devices.

monetization
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
5%
87%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly after recent updates. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others feel overwhelmed by constant prompts for in-app purchases and the inability to play without encountering ads. Overall, the monetization strategy appears to be a significant point of contention, with some players opting to pay for ad-free experiences due to the excessive advertising.
- “Paid for no ads.”
- “It even forgot I paid for no ads until I uninstalled and reinstalled it.”
- “Wish no ads.”
- “With the constant begging for in-app purchases, it's getting uninstalled.”
- “Now you can only play a few rounds at a time without watching ads or paying money.”
- “Was fine till the latest update, now bombarded by ads, screen freezes, just annoying.”
music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
34%
10%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, often described as calming and enjoyable to listen to for extended periods. Players appreciate the variety of music across different game modes, noting that it enhances the overall experience and contributes to the game's addictive nature. Overall, the soundtracks and effects are considered a significant highlight, adding to the game's fun and cozy atmosphere.
- “Absolutely love the colorful graphics, awesome sound effects, and some really cool music that is really enjoyable to listen to.”
- “Great game, really fun; the music is so amazing in it that I literally have listened to it for hours.”
- “The soft music and bubble pop sounds are like digital Xanax for my mind and body.”
- “Relaxing music and wasted time.”
- “Anyone know what type of music that is?”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
29%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty, colorfulness, and variety, contributing to an enjoyable and relaxing experience. However, some users criticize the graphics as childish or immature, and a few report technical issues that hinder gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there are notable concerns regarding their quality and performance on certain devices.
- “So many different challenges, beautiful graphics and music, all in all very fun and relaxing.”
- “Absolutely love the colorful graphics, awesome sound effects and some really cool music that is really enjoyable to listen to.”
- “Outstanding a must for any fan of bubble games graphics are amazing many levels to choose from very addictive I'd say one of the best bubble games out there.”
- “Crappy graphics; other than that, great gameplay, addicting.”
- “The new graphics and animation bother my eyes a bit, too.”
- “The graphics look childish and immature.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
95%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and crashing, particularly after the latest update. While some players enjoy the game, many find it frustrating due to the bugs and the loss of progress caused by unexpected shutdowns. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from the overall experience, making it less enjoyable for many users.
- “No glitches yet, and I love the variety of games.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I've played for hours without encountering any stability issues, which is impressive.”
- “Bubbleshootix freezes, forces shut down, restarts two levels further back losing all the pearls spent to get that far, very poor.”
- “The app freezes at the spooky house studio screen, then the app shuts itself down.”
- “Love the game but it freezes all the time and after a while it makes me force close it and I lose my game :(”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is generally praised for being addictive and enjoyable, with a variety of game modes available. However, some users have noted issues such as slow performance and intrusive popups that can disrupt the experience. Graphics are considered subpar, but the core gameplay remains a highlight.
- “Really good gameplay, so you can get carried away.”
- “Nice gameplay, many game modes!”
- “Great gameplay, very addictive!”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming and cozy humor, complemented by nice music and a bright design, making it an enjoyable experience that players feel they could engage with endlessly.
- “A funny, lovely, cozy game! 20 out of 20 points for nice music, bright design, and the ability to play it eternally, wherever you are.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and visually appealing bubble effects, indicating strong optimization.
- “The bubble effects are nice, it runs smoothly, and it's beautiful!”