Canasta

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Canasta is a single player action game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Canasta is a casual single-player card game featuring good gameplay and delightful visuals. Enjoy playing classic Canasta against computer opponents or challenge friends and others online. Its engaging mechanics and charming presentation make it perfect for card game enthusiasts seeking a fun and relaxing experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

monetization51 negative mentions

The game is easy to play and has a clean interface, making it enjoyable for both beginners and experienced players.
The ability to customize rules and settings allows players to tailor the game to their preferences, enhancing the overall experience.
The game provides a good balance of challenge and fun, making it a great way to pass the time.

The AI partner often makes illogical decisions, discarding cards that could help the player and holding onto cards unnecessarily.
Many players report that the game seems rigged, with the AI opponents frequently getting favorable hands and winning more often than not.
The chat feature can lead to a toxic environment, with rude and abusive players, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

monetization
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating the non-intrusive nature of the ads, which are primarily displayed as banners rather than interrupting gameplay. While some players have reported occasional issues with ads becoming more disruptive or inappropriate, the overall sentiment leans towards satisfaction, especially for those who have opted to pay for an ad-free experience. However, there are concerns about certain ads being offensive or difficult to close, leading to mixed feelings about the monetization strategy.
- “No ads and free play for as many games as you like!”
- “Brilliant game, quick to play and no advertising; brilliant, the best game I've played.”
- “So happy there are no ads.”
- “Good game, 2 stars because in the latest version ads pop up after a game and there is no visible x button, you are forced to click on them to continue!”
- “Good game but the ads break my concentration playing.”
- “I used to like this game, but the ads have gotten so bad that I am uninstalling it.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
10%
11%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their clarity and smoothness, while others note issues such as lag and outdated visuals. Some players appreciate the clean and appealing design, highlighting that the graphics enhance the gameplay experience, though a few suggest improvements could be made. Despite the varying opinions, the majority find the graphics satisfactory and fitting for the game's overall quality.
- “Its fast, graphics are on point.”
- “Excellent graphics.”
- “Awesome graphics and colors; this is a really appealing version of this game.”
- “The picture could be updated; the graphics are very old looking.”
- “No flashy graphics; adverts aren't intrusive.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
22%
21%
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and smooth, with good mechanics and adjustable speed, although some users express frustration with the AI and occasional differences from real-life gameplay. While the presence of ads is noted, they are generally considered non-intrusive. Suggestions for improvement include enhancing multiplayer features and adding more game variations.
- “I appreciate that ads are run in a banner rather than stopping gameplay after every hand.”
- “Fun and gameplay is smooth.”
- “Fast, fun gameplay.”
- “I hate the new AI gameplay so badly that I've uninstalled the app.”
- “Almost all of those losses resulted from the deal, not gameplay, and none of my settings have changed.”
- “One suggestion I have for improving multiplayer gameplay is to prevent a player's avatar from blocking their cards when it's their turn.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
78%
Overall, users report a generally stable experience with the game, highlighting smooth controls and a lack of glitches or bugs. However, some players have experienced freezing issues and black screens during gameplay, particularly in rated matches, which has led to frustration and loss of progress. While many appreciate the game's stability, the occasional freezing problem remains a concern for some users.
- “No glitches or bugs.”
- “No glitches, which is really cool.”
- “But now it freezes and my screen will turn black and will kick me off in the middle of a rated match; I've lost all my stars due to it.”
- “Now glitches made me uninstall.”
- “I'd be happy to change my rating to 5 if someone can explain why it freezes the stack before the first meld only some of the time.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Users report occasional stability and performance issues with the game, but overall, they express satisfaction with the experience.
- “That's long ago, but I can still enjoy the game and those memories, thanks to your app. At times, there are issues with game stability and performance, but overall, I'm satisfied.”
- “At times there are issues with game stability and performance, which can be frustrating.”
- “The optimization feels lacking, leading to frequent lag and crashes during gameplay.”
- “I often experience significant frame drops, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it flexible and enjoyable, others feel it has become frustrating and one-sided, diminishing its comedic value.
- “Flexible and funny, a good way to spend time.”