Cannon Shot!

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Cannon Shot! is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by SayGames Ltd and was released on October 27, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

monetization917 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging concept that keeps players entertained.
The graphics and mechanics of the game are well-designed and enjoyable.
It serves as a good time-waster and can be relaxing to play.

There are excessive ads, with one appearing after every level, which disrupts gameplay.
Levels become repetitive after a certain point, leading to boredom.
The game can be too easy, lacking challenge as players progress.

monetization
937 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive frequency and length of advertisements. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game, which detracts from the overall experience. While some users understand the need for ads in free games, many feel that the current implementation is overly aggressive and negatively impacts gameplay enjoyment.
- “I have no problems supporting free viewing of a few ads, but it would be nice to be able to play my game at opportune times such as breaks, without spending the entire time caught up in ads.”
- “I paid $0.99 for no ads.”
- “Only because I was really enjoying it, I paid for the no ads version.”
- “I understand the need to make revenue, but the 10 second ads turned into 30, the 30 second ads are now a minute.”
- “You will spend more time watching ads than actually playing this game.”
- “The game is fun, but having to watch ads after every single level (a level is less than a minute) is ridiculous!”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
57%
6%
The gameplay is generally praised for its mechanics and graphics, offering a fun and relaxing experience; however, it is heavily criticized for being plagued by excessive ads that significantly disrupt the gaming experience. Many players find the gameplay to be simple and repetitive, with a lack of challenge, leading to frustration as ads often outnumber actual playtime. Overall, while the core gameplay is enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the overall experience.
- “The mechanic is great, the physics engine is well thought out and the sound effects are fun.”
- “The gameplay is simple and relaxing, and I enjoy playing.”
- “This game is so satisfying, the graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is so smooth. 100% recommend you to download it.”
- “The game mechanics are inconsistent, and half the levels can be done with no thought (some as simply shoot straight away).”
- “More ads than gameplay... promising at first, idiotic soon after, as there is no progression on difficulty... level 100 sometimes requires only tapping the screen to max out the score, with no thinking, trying out whatsoever... plain ridiculous.”
- “Gameplay is not difficult at all, baby easy, but the main annoyance are the ads.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
6%
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users. Many praise the visuals as "amazing," "sharp," and "good," highlighting the smooth gameplay and satisfying audio. However, some players find the graphics lackluster or boring, often overshadowed by the frequent and lengthy ads that disrupt the experience.
- “The graphics and mechanics of the game are awesome, I'll give you that.”
- “Excellent graphics and level design.”
- “This game is so satisfying, the graphics are amazing, the gameplay is so smooth, 100% recommend you to download it.”
- “This, in my opinion, is a boring and tedious game with graphics to match, and with so many ads, it's just not worth the download.”
- “Lame graphics.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating and tedious, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. While the core game may have potential, the constant interruptions lead to a lack of enjoyment and a feeling of fatigue. Overall, the experience is marred by the excessive monetization strategy.
- “The only thing hindering your progress is the tediousness of the constant ads.”
- “The game itself is fun, but the ads bring to a grinding halt any chance of possible enjoyment.”
- “Terrible and tedious, like a turd you just can't push out. You know this should be a satisfying experience, but instead, you're simply left frustrated and fatigued.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Users appreciate the game's music but express frustration with disruptive ads that interfere with their audio experience, leading to a negative impact on their overall enjoyment and willingness to continue playing. There is a desire for more variety in the music and background options to enhance gameplay.
- “The music in the game adds a fantastic layer to the overall experience, enhancing the atmosphere and keeping me engaged.”
- “I love how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, making each level feel unique and immersive.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and enjoyable, making me want to play for hours.”
- “The ads disrupt my audio too much, so I can't play while listening to music or podcasts, so I probably won't continue to play for long.”
- “So please keep the levels coming and add lots of variety, maybe background music.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the frequent and absurdly timed advertisements, which players find amusing rather than frustrating. Additionally, the quirky names of boss fight characters contribute to the overall comedic tone, making the experience entertaining despite the ad overload.
- “The funny names of the boss fight characters are one of the good things.”
- “The hilarious part is when they offer a reward; just take it as you're watching an ad no matter what you accept or decline, and then another ad.”
- “There is literally an ad every couple of seconds; it's hilarious!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, as it consumes excessive memory and frequently crashes, leading to performance issues on devices. Users have noted that while other applications run smoothly, this game does not manage resources effectively, indicating a need for improvements in its optimization.
- “This game is really nice, but it's not optimized for battery and memory. When I play other games, my phone never hangs, but this game sometimes crashes and always takes up more memory. This is the main issue and needs to be fixed.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive! It runs smoothly on my device without any noticeable lag, even during intense gameplay.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized this game is. It manages resources efficiently, allowing for a seamless experience without draining my battery.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, noting that levels can be revisited without the need for purchasing power-ups or enhancements, allowing for a more accessible and enjoyable experience.
- “The levels are designed in a way that allows for multiple playthroughs without the need to purchase power-ups or enhancements.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, encouraging me to come back for more.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game exciting, making me want to replay it again and again.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The levels are repetitive, and there's not enough variety to keep me engaged for a second playthrough.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent game freezes lasting several minutes, particularly when interacting with obstacles or shifting items. This instability often leads to unintended actions, such as misregistered inputs that disrupt gameplay.
- “When I try to move away the obstacles or shift stuff, the whole game freezes for over five minutes, and then when it unfreezes, the game registers the slides as taps and all the balls shoot out of the cannon.”
- “But the game freezes and stops a lot.”