Bumper.io
- August 7, 2018
- VOODOO
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Bumper.io" is an action-packed game where players battle it out on a small arena, using their bumpers to knock opponents off the edge. Its humorously exaggerated physics and simple gameplay make it entertaining, but the experience is marred by frequent bugs and annoying ads. The game's tagline, "Bump them out," accurately captures the core mechanic of the game, as players aim to be the last one standing on the shrinking playing field.
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Reviews
- The game is very addictive and fun to play.
- Smooth gameplay with minimal lag.
- Great concept and enjoyable mechanics.
- Excessive ads after every game, making it frustrating to play.
- Controls are unresponsive and difficult to manage.
- The game is not actually multiplayer; all opponents are bots.
- monetization1,618 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many users report being bombarded with ads after nearly every match, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game. While some acknowledge the necessity of ads for free games, the frequency and length of these ads are seen as excessive, leading to calls for a reduction in ad frequency or a lower price for ad removal.
“I would rate it higher if there were no ads.”
“It's really good, no ads, really fun game for kids to teens, really educational, please play, real fun.”
“Turn off your wi-fi or data for no ads, you're welcome.”
“The game itself is fun, however having so many ads after every game is overkill.”
“We’ve gotten to the point where you spend as much time watching ads as you do playing the game.”
“The ads are so bad and so frequent that the game is completely unplayable to anyone who values their own time.”
- graphics162 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 41 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as poor, laggy, and blurry. While a few players appreciate the graphics as decent or good, the majority express frustration over their quality, often linking them to issues with gameplay and controls. Overall, there is a strong consensus that significant improvements are needed in the graphical presentation to enhance the gaming experience.
“The graphics are beautiful, but I think there should be options to buy different color skins and abilities that would enhance the game by so much.”
“I love this game because if you get bigger you are more effective, and the graphics are a lot better in this game.”
“Awesome controls and smooth graphics!”
“The graphics are horrible and the game is so laggy.”
“Terrible graphics, game is slow and doesn't respond.”
“The graphics and controls are bad; those two together make the game bad.”
- gameplay99 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience varies significantly among users, with some praising it as fun and addictive, while others criticize it for being repetitive, laggy, and plagued by poor controls. A common complaint is the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, while there are moments of enjoyable gameplay, many players feel that the issues with controls and excessive advertising detract from the overall experience.
“Great controls, great gameplay, great everything!”
“Super addictive, casual gameplay, really smooth.”
“Totally great concept, cute graphics, fun intense gameplay ~ literally had me shouting and laughing at myself.”
“Uninstalled due to the overwhelming amount of fullscreen ads interrupting gameplay.”
“The controls are horrible and the gameplay is horrible; there is no way I will keep this game, it's a waste of time and data.”
“Unbelievable... 90% ads, 10% of crappy gameplay, why am I seeing these games as recommended?”
- stability51 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- -4 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, unresponsiveness, and game freezes that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over excessive ads that disrupt the experience, while others note that these issues lead to chaotic and unenjoyable matches. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability problems, making it difficult to recommend.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my playthrough.”
“The performance is rock solid, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“It's also very buggy and sometimes unresponsive to input.”
“The game glitches hard and when you start playing, you don't even last 3 seconds without killing yourself or someone appearing from nowhere then killing you... this game is BS right now.”
“It just glitches the whole time and I couldn't control where I went at all.”
- humor48 mentions
- 98 % positive mentions
- -4 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently funny and entertaining, often leading to uncontrollable laughter during gameplay. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create hilarious moments, especially when interacting with other players, despite some criticism regarding ads and controls. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, making it suitable for a wide audience, including children.
“I can barely play this because I cannot stop laughing!”
“Totally great concept, cute graphics, fun intense gameplay ~ literally had me shouting and laughing at myself.”
“It's funny and addictive when you bump the back of the enemy; it's like farting fire! 😂😂”
“It is fun, but it's not funny.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
“I expected more laughs, but the humor just didn't land.”
- music16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Players consistently express disappointment over the lack of music and sound effects in the game, highlighting that the absence of audio detracts from the overall experience. Many users suggest that incorporating background music and sound effects would enhance gameplay, while also requesting that ads do not interrupt their personal music. Overall, the consensus is that adding music would significantly improve the game's appeal.
“I wish there was music to accompany my many conquests!”
“It does need to add good music/beats/theme, and also a mode to play with friends.”
“The game is simple and fun for a free time killer, just wish there was a ranking system and music to it.”
“A couple things to improve: 1) audio, it needs music and sound effects.”
“The really annoying thing is the game has no sound, so I would play it listening to my music, but the adverts stop the music player.”
“There aren't even any sound effects and there's no music.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is criticized for being poor, with issues such as significant battery drain, unresponsive controls, and intrusive ads negatively impacting gameplay. While some users find the performance acceptable, many agree that improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
“The controls need to be better optimized because every time I start playing, I can't move my bumper, and the ads need to be adjusted to appear every 5 deaths or something.”
“It's an okay game performance-wise.”
“Highly unoptimized, massive battery drain, unoriginal idea, terrible gameplay control feedback.”
“The controls need to be better optimized because every time I start playing I can't move my bumper and the ads need to be adjusted to appear every 5 deaths or something.”
“Game is a good concept except there is a constant ad that plays and the performance is pretty awful.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional responses to the game are overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing frustration and disappointment due to poor controls and excessive ads. Many players report feeling upset and even crying over their repeated failures, highlighting a lack of enjoyment and engagement with the gameplay experience. Overall, the emotional impact is characterized by anger and dissatisfaction.
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for a more engaging story mode and the inclusion of bosses in the game, as the current gameplay has become repetitive after a few days. They suggest that a tracking system for wins and higher ranks could enhance the overall experience.
“Awesome, but there should also be a story mode and bosses in it.”
“Please implement a way to keep track of wins, a higher rank than Masters 1, or even maybe a story mode because I have been playing this game for 3 or 4 days and it has gotten a bit boring.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users note that while the game has potential for increased replayability, it currently lacks sufficient depth and variety to encourage repeated playthroughs.
“Like the other apps by this developer, there is so much potential in developing the games to be more replayable.”
