Calming Crosswords
Calming Crosswords is a casual word game that aims to relax players with its attractive visuals and trivia-based brain teasers. However, the game is marred by an excessive amount of advertisements that can detract from the overall experience. Despite this, it provides a decent way to unwind and exercise your vocabulary and knowledge simultaneously.
Reviews
- The game is calming and provides a nice change from other word games with its variety of challenges.
- Minimal ads that can be easily closed, allowing for a more enjoyable gaming experience.
- Educational and entertaining, helping to improve vocabulary, grammar, and spelling.
- There are too many ads, some of which are inappropriate, making it less suitable for children.
- Some words are incorrectly accepted or do not exist in certain languages, leading to frustration.
- The game can be too easy at times, lacking the challenge that some players may seek.
- monetization31 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, describing them as annoying and disruptive. However, some users appreciate that the developers limit the number of intrusive ads and allow for quick dismissal of most advertisements. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the consensus indicates that the ad experience could be improved.
“I'm okay with the ads, but there are ads (not all) that can't be exited out of, no 'X' mark.”
“Good game to play, but what is shown while advertising is not the same, so please try to keep what you show consistent as it's very disappointing after downloading the game.”
“So many and too long ads... are not calming at all.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for being visually pleasing, calming, and well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Users appreciate the relaxing and educational aspects of the visuals, often highlighting them as a standout feature of the game. Overall, the graphics enhance the fun and engaging nature of the gameplay.
“Calming, educative, and simply fascinating graphics.”
“Very pleasing graphics and words are sensible.”
“It's a fun game and the graphics are great.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for soothing, tranquil background music in the game, suggesting that its absence detracts from the overall experience. They believe that having the option to toggle this music on or off would enhance gameplay, making it more enjoyable and immersive.
“Just one thing missing for 5 stars is soothing, tranquil background music, which could be turned on or off as wished by the player. Otherwise, a nice game.”
“So far, a nice game, slightly different from other similar games, but why is there no soothing music to accompany the game?”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised for being light-hearted and accessible, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Overall, the comedic elements contribute to a fun and engaging experience.
“The humor in this game is spot on and keeps me laughing throughout!”
“It's a funny and easy-to-play experience that never gets old.”
“The jokes and comedic timing are fantastic, making every moment enjoyable.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the app experiences stability issues, particularly freezing when certain ads are displayed.
“The app frequently freezes when certain ads are displayed.”
“I experience constant crashes during gameplay, making it unplayable.”
“The game often lags and becomes unresponsive, especially in crowded areas.”