Carnival Tycoon: Idle Games

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 890 reviews
  • monetization
  • stability
  • gameplay
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Carnival Tycoon: Idle Games is a single-player theme park building simulation with pretty visuals but can be very buggy. Start from scratch and construct various attractions, manage resources, and expand to build the ultimate theme park, aiming to become a tycoon in the vibrant carnival industry. Despite its limitations, Carnival Tycoon: Idle Games offers an engaging and entertaining experience for fans of the genre.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 890 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
monetization13 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a lot of entertainment and engaging gameplay.
  • Graphics are bright and cheerful, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game offers a variety of activities and side games, keeping players interested.
  • The game frequently crashes and has significant stability issues, making it frustrating to play.
  • There are too many pop-ups and in-app purchase prompts, detracting from the gameplay experience.
  • Progression can be slow and difficult, with many players reporting issues with card collection and upgrades.
  • monetization21 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is mixed, with some players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to support developers through voluntary purchases. However, many users express frustration over the overwhelming presence of in-app purchase prompts and microtransactions, which detract from the gameplay experience. While some find the game enjoyable despite these monetization tactics, others feel it leans too heavily on pay-to-win mechanics and constant purchase requests.

    • “Very fun game... good rewards... easy to get coins... I like this game... don't get bored when playing... no ads.”
    • “It's an all-around good game, no ads, just all play, which I like.”
    • “No ads.”
    • “Low effort cash grab animations take too long, nothing really keeping you playing, no sense of community, and boring gameplay with tons of pay-to-win options.”
    • “Very focused on making you buy in-app purchases!”
    • “The in-app purchase requests were too much for me to keep playing an otherwise enjoyable game.”
  • stability15 mentions

    The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, lagging, and crashing that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being unable to progress due to these issues, particularly during critical moments like raids or tutorials. While some users find the game enjoyable, the persistent technical problems detract from the overall experience, leading to calls for urgent fixes.

    • “Great game, no glitches.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
    • “I haven't experienced any bugs or issues during my playthrough.”
    • “Terrible game; it freezes on the way to a shutdown and I can't move forward or do anything because the task says to spin 10 times, but I can't spin 10 times because when it freezes, it boots me out of the game.”
    • “The fun of the game is taken away when it constantly freezes and kicks you out of the game every 2 seconds.”
    • “This game had to come off my device for good because it has a serious problem called a glitch after completing a mission, and your screen completely freezes up and locks you completely out of the game.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay primarily revolves around spinning a slot machine to earn coins or cards for upgrading park attractions, but many users find it repetitive and lacking depth. Complaints include low-quality animations, a lack of community engagement, and an overwhelming presence of pay-to-win mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience. While some praise the graphics and minimal ads, the gameplay is generally viewed as unoriginal and prone to technical issues.

    • “The main gameplay loop involves spinning a slot machine to get coins or cards, which allows you to upgrade the fixed attractions in your park.”
    • “Good gameplay, lovely graphics, and not too many ads to deal with.”
    • “Early days, I will update after more gameplay.”
    • “Low effort cash grab animations take too long, nothing really keeping you playing, no sense of community, and boring gameplay with tons of pay to win options.”
    • “Not very original and not a lot of actual gameplay.”
    • “Rip off in gameplay.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised, with users highlighting their quality, vibrant colors, and appealing designs. Many players appreciate the smoothness and visual appeal, although some have noted performance issues on certain devices.

    • “Good gameplay, lovely graphics, and not too many ads to deal with.”
    • “Excellent graphics is the best thing about it.”
    • “Good graphics and color is bright and cheerful.”
    • “Graphics are neat at least.”
    • “Smooth graphics.”
  • story5 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is perceived as engaging initially, particularly with its mining theme, but players express frustration due to significant glitches that hinder progression and mission completion. Many users suggest the addition of more missions or events to maintain interest, as current issues with freezing and bugs detract from the overall experience.

    • “Last update just ruined the game for me; it said all missions were complete and to get to the next map when I was still working through them.”
    • “There has to be another bug; it won't let me move on to the next world even with all missions completed.”
    • “Is there any other missions or just the one for the house?”
  • humor2 mentions

    Users find the humor in the game's glitches, such as the bus driving back and forth, which adds an unintended comedic element to the experience. However, the repetitive nature of the parks and their similarity to other games detracts from the overall enjoyment, suggesting that while there are moments of humor, they are overshadowed by gameplay issues.

    • “The humor in this game is surprisingly clever, with witty dialogue and funny scenarios that keep you entertained.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the simplest tasks feel amusing.”
    • “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Overall, the game is well-optimized, running smoothly and providing an enjoyable experience for players.

    • “The game runs smoothly and is super fun to play.”
    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
    • “I love how well-optimized the game is; it never lags and always feels responsive.”
  • music1 mentions

    Users report issues with the music feature, noting that even when sound effects and music are turned off, the game continues to play sound, indicating a potential bug or oversight in the audio settings.

    • “Even though I have sound effects and music off, the toggle shows off, it keeps playing sound.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short time.”
    • “The soundtrack doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
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