Bubbles Empire Champions
"Bubbles Empire Champions" is a shooter game with great gameplay, stellar visuals, and catchy music, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. As a bubble pop game, your goal is to pop balls to become a bubble shooter master. Overall, it's a fun and engaging experience despite its flaws. The game's description accurately captures its addictive and challenging nature.
Reviews
- monetization821 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming frequency and length of ads, which often disrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, with some ads being unskippable and causing game freezes. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for a free-to-play model, the consensus is that the current implementation is excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Having no ads is an absolute bonus and unlimited lives means that you can play for however long you want.”
“This is a great bubble popper game with no ads.”
“One of the few games I can play with no ads, thank you for that!”
“I played about fifty levels, then the 15 second ads you can't click away from, and the ads that force you to watch for 5 seconds, then go to a 5 second splash screen when you click to skip.”
“The game has become a pay to play/watch ads to play.”
“I understand that ads help fund your app, but there are simply too many too fast for my liking.”
- graphics95 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their clarity, brightness, and aesthetic appeal, with many users noting the colorful and smooth visuals that enhance gameplay. However, some players express concerns about the repetitiveness of the graphics and the presence of misleading advertisements that do not match the actual game visuals. Overall, while the graphics are considered a strong point, the frequent ads detract from the overall experience.
“I love the long, solid aim bar, plenty of bubbles, no timer, the beautiful bright, clear, crisp graphics, and colors that match at the end with no unmatched bubbles, bubbles fit in between other bubbles.”
“Beautiful graphics and smooth gameplay.”
“The graphics are addictively beautiful.”
“It's a strange contradiction; it can be a very tough game requiring strategy, intellect, determination, and great motivation to keep going, yet it has rewards and graphics suited to a 6-year-old... who is unlikely to play this game.”
“Even the graphics aren't anything like what was pictured.”
“The game has nothing in common with the advert graphic!”
- stability46 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and crashes, particularly during ads. Many players experience interruptions that lead to lost progress and frustrating gameplay, while a few report minimal issues. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the game can be enjoyable, its stability problems detract from the experience.
“Minimal to no glitches.”
“This game is so fluid; there are no freezes or automatic kicks.”
“So far everything is fine, i.e., no glitches, and the graphics are really clean. I am enjoying the gameplay.”
“I've already mentioned it's addictive, it drains your battery, it sometimes sticks or freezes and it won't shut down when you exit the game; it just restarts.”
“This wouldn't even be an issue really except one of the ads freezes the game and I have to exit out and back in, losing all of my progress and power-ups.”
“The app constantly freezes and I have to restart it.”
- music39 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the relaxing and ambient background tunes that enhance the gameplay experience. However, several users express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt their listening, as well as dissatisfaction with the inability to turn off or adjust the game's music. Overall, while some find the music soothing and enjoyable, others consider it annoying and disruptive.
“I like the ambient music in the background; it makes it relaxing when it would normally wrench the senses.”
“A lovely simple bubble pop game with beautiful ambient music.”
“Love the cosmic or zen music; it's very soothing while playing. Awesome graphics too; I am enjoying the game very much.”
“For me, I play my tunes to chill and play my game, but ads shut off music even if I turn off sound.”
“Music is annoying, can't turn it off or down.”
“Hate the music!”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally entertaining and visually appealing, with some users praising its mechanics and controls. However, many reviews highlight the overwhelming presence of ads, which detracts significantly from the overall experience, leading to frustration with gameplay interruptions and certain mechanics. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable, others criticize it for being glitchy and inconsistent, with a few core mechanics deemed annoying.
“So far everything is fine, i.e., no glitches, etc. The graphics are really clean, and I am enjoying the gameplay.”
“Purchases enhance gameplay, but aren't a requirement to beat the levels.”
“Excellent gameplay and the ads are really at a minimum... a pleasure.”
“However, the blatant and abusive advertising is hard to look past, and there are a few core mechanics that are just annoying and gross.”
“There are far too many ads to warrant the amount of gameplay that you actually receive.”
“Entertaining enough but the mechanics are unbelievably annoying; the game regularly just won't give you a color, meaning you fail the level because you can't pop any more bubbles for 20+ balls.”
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a strong preference for gameplay over narrative, with many players appreciating the absence of a traditional storyline in "Bubble Empire Champions." While some enjoy the simplicity and focus on competitions and quests, others express a desire for more variety in missions and rewards. Overall, the game's lack of a convoluted story is seen as a positive feature for those looking for straightforward bubble-popping fun.
“I really enjoy bubble games, but most games have a storyline behind it... I just want to play the game, and Bubble Empire Champions is the first one I've found without a storyline. Thank you!”
“Perfect balloon pop when you're not looking for a bunch of story filler.”
“I really like the special missions you can take on with good prizes you can win.”
“I really enjoy bubble games, but most games have a storyline behind it... I don't care about storylines... I just want to play the game, and Bubble Empire Champions is the first one I've found without a storyline... thank you!”
“Way too many side quests and convoluted b.s.”
“Same old same old story.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely regarded as funny and enjoyable, providing a relaxing experience for players. However, many users express frustration with the excessive number of ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“It's a funny game, but there are way too many ads.”
“A funny and interesting game, but it has a lot of ads.”
“Enjoyable and funny.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional experience of overcoming challenges in the game to be rewarding, often leading to a sense of accomplishment and self-worth. Despite some frustrations with ads and gameplay mechanics, the emotional engagement and excitement keep players invested. Overall, the game successfully evokes a mix of positive feelings and tension, enhancing the overall experience.
“It gets rough as you go, but the emotional outcome of completing something difficult is so good.”
“This game made me feel good about myself while playing. It had just enough scare to hold my interest more than any other bubble game.”
“Excellent and emotional.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and clean execution, with minimal intrusive ads. While some users suggest that additional content could enhance the experience, the game runs efficiently and provides an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Many smaller games in the game are tied to your performance, and the teams you can play with and the ads are neither intrusive nor often enough to be obnoxious.”
“Could use some more content, but it runs smoothly and cleanly.”
“Nice bubble popping game, runs smoothly, with great bubble colors.”
“Many smaller games in the title are tied to your performance, the teams you can play with, and the ads are neither intrusive nor frequent enough to be obnoxious.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about grinding; while some find it transforms an enjoyable game into a frustrating experience, others acknowledge its tediousness but still appreciate it.
“Turns a fun game into tedious frustration.”
“A bit tedious, but I like it.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is noted for being refreshing and dynamic, contributing to a notable shift in the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, creating a sense of tension and wonder throughout.”