Captain TNT
- March 3, 2021
- VOODOO
Captain TNT is a Simulation game that offers exciting gameplay with the chance to explode and destroy buildings as the "demolish master." Its excellent visuals and hilarious concept are somewhat overshadowed by the abundance of ads and numerous bugs. Despite these flaws, Captain TNT provides an enjoyable, action-packed experience for players who don't mind a few glitches along the way.
Reviews
- The game is fun and satisfying, especially when blowing up buildings.
- Great concept with enjoyable gameplay mechanics.
- The graphics and physics are impressive, making the destruction feel rewarding.
- The game is plagued by excessive ads, interrupting gameplay frequently.
- Ads appear in the middle of levels, making it frustrating to play.
- Progression is limited, with many levels locked and repetitive gameplay.
- monetization844 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism due to the overwhelming number of ads, particularly those that interrupt gameplay. Players report being bombarded with ads during levels, often experiencing multiple interruptions within a single round, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, many feel that the frequency and placement of these ads are excessive and detrimental to the gaming experience, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation of the app.
“I paid for no ads, which is cool.”
“Fun to play, really enjoy the physics of the game. I can play in airplane mode for no ads, so that's perfect.”
“Excellent game, no ads.”
“The game experience is awful due to the excessive ads interruption.”
“You can't even finish a round without an ad, then there's one between rounds... the game is fun, but ads totally ruin it.”
“This game is nothing but advertisements and can't even play through one building without ads popping up!”
- gameplay38 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and fun, with good design and mechanics; however, it is severely hampered by an overwhelming number of ads that frequently interrupt the experience. Many users express frustration over the excessive ad placements, which detract from the overall enjoyment and flow of the game, leading to a negative impact on their overall rating. While some players have found ways to cope with the ads, the consensus is that the interruptions significantly diminish the gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is actually rather enjoyable.”
“Good gameplay!”
“Great, fun game, but the ads that keep interrupting gameplay spoil the majority of the fun.”
“The gameplay leaves a lot to be desired.”
“Interrupting gameplay just to show me an ad makes me want to delete this dumpster fire of a game as fast as I possibly can.”
“The game is actually good but 2 or 3 ads every single level, interrupting the levels and the gameplay is ridiculous.”
- graphics24 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as fantastic and surprising, while others criticize them as outdated or in need of significant improvement. Many users appreciate the visual aspects, particularly in relation to gameplay, but express frustration over the prevalence of ads affecting their experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a consensus that enhancements could elevate the game's visual appeal further.
“Fantastic graphics.”
“Amazing graphics, gameplay, and controls.”
“Love the graphics and that you can destroy buildings.”
“Graphics and different challenges need a huge improvement.”
“Its graphics are pathetic; it's like a game from the 1980s.”
“The graphics were very low.”
- stability22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes reported by users. Many players experience interruptions during gameplay, particularly after ads, leading to frustration and the need to restart the app or their devices. While the game has potential, its current state is marred by these technical problems, impacting overall enjoyment.
“It has the potential to be a great game but it glitches, freezes, and crashes left, right, and center!”
“Game freezes all the time, horribly malfunctioning.”
“I've changed my review, it's worse. If I could give it any stars, it would be a big 0. That's how bad this app is; more glitches than you can count. I have to turn off the internet, and all that does is make the app crash all the time, and the app has to be restarted.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both addictive and entertaining, particularly enjoying the comedic elements like exploding ragdolls and crash test dummies. Many users highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter, making it a fun experience overall. Overall, the humor is a significant draw for players, contributing to its popularity.
“It's just addictive and funny too, especially the crash test dummies.”
“Very funny game, I suggest playing this game.”
“Very funny.”
- story5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the story progression being interrupted by frequent advertisements, particularly during missions. Despite having completed initial tasks and upgraded areas, players feel stuck and are seeking clarity on how to unlock further content without the constant ad interruptions.
“There's no need for an ad in the middle of a mission every 30 seconds.”
“How do I unlock the other islands? I've completed the first 4 missions (High Hill District) and haven't been able to move on from there.”
“I've updated every room, I've opened every available plot of land.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users finding it obnoxious and noting a lack of in-game music, which forces them to contend with ads if they want to listen to something else.
“Too many ads, and the music and sounds are obnoxious.”
“There's no music, so if you want to listen to anything, you have to battle the app.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users feel that the game's replayability is hindered by the placement of ads, suggesting that if ads were positioned at the end of levels, it would enhance the overall playability and encourage repeated play.
“If ads were at the end of levels like every other game in the app store, it would be much more playable.”
“The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to want to replay the game.”
“Once you finish the main story, there’s little incentive to go back and play again.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users criticize the grinding aspect of the game, describing it as a mere tool for farming ad views rather than providing meaningful gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.
“This is just a view farming app for getting the most ad views.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of forced ads interrupting gameplay, which detracts from their overall enjoyment and immersion in the game. The lack of control over ad placement has led to a negative emotional response, diminishing the game's appeal.