Carrom King
- May 4, 2017
- Gametion
Carrom King is a digital board game inspired by the classic Carrom or Karrom, similar to pool or billiards. It offers multiplayer options, including 2 vs 2 and 1 vs 1, with the chance to team up with friends or random players online. The game features live chat and aims to provide a realistic Carrom experience for players of all ages.
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and provides a realistic carrom experience.
- It's a fun way to pass time and play with friends or family.
- The chat feature allows for interaction with other players, enhancing the gaming experience.
- The game frequently shows 'connecting to server' errors, making it unplayable at times.
- There are too many ads, which disrupt the gameplay and can be inappropriate.
- The computer often wins unfairly, making it frustrating for players.
- monetization393 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that ads appear after every match, often featuring inappropriate content unsuitable for younger audiences, leading to frustration and calls for the removal of such ads. Despite some users enjoying the game itself, the excessive and intrusive advertising has resulted in a negative overall experience, with many considering uninstalling the app.
“The gameplay is seamless with no ads.”
“I strongly recommend Carom Pool because there are no ads, and it's perfect.”
“Very good, almost no ads; I've been playing for 2 years.”
“Game is good, but the advertisements are horrible 1 star.”
“This game is rated for 3+ age kids but this game ads are very bad too bad 🤬🤬 very vulgarity they does not show a good ad only 18+ ads and too many ads.”
“Game is good but the problem is ads are annoying.”
- graphics191 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the realistic visuals and smooth animations, while others criticize issues such as lag, poor quality, and dark aesthetics. Some users appreciate the game's clean design and overall graphical improvements, but frequent updates have led to dissatisfaction regarding gameplay smoothness and control. Overall, while the graphics are considered a highlight by some, there are significant calls for further enhancements and bug fixes.
“I've played a number of different online carrom games, but this one stands out for its graphics and ease of use.”
“The graphics are satisfactory.”
“This is the best game ever! Controls and graphics are really nice.”
“And when the opponent is playing, the graphics showing the disc movement and the arrow are not smooth.”
“The worst game I've ever seen; not perfect controls and the graphics and animation are low.”
“Very bad game, so much of cheating and very very bad graphics.”
- gameplay54 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over recent updates that altered the physics and mechanics, leading to a less smooth and realistic experience. While some users appreciate the graphics and find the gameplay enjoyable, others criticize the increased ads and control issues, particularly in online modes. A significant number of players are calling for a return to the previous version, which they felt offered a superior gameplay experience.
“No doubt the game is realistic and very fun to play, with realistic sound and very good gameplay.”
“The app is very good with the best gameplay among carrom apps.”
“Thank you Carrom King... I gave now 5 out of 5 stars because this is the best carrom app in the world. I am very much satisfied with outstanding graphics and smooth gameplay. A true carrom lover will always like this app because this is a fair play app.”
“I am very much disappointed with the last updated version which changes all physics and gameplay of the game. The gameplay and physics were far better in the old version. I did not like the new version and I want the developers to revert to the previous version, which was very smooth, real, and the best among all carrom games. After this unnecessary update, the whole picture has changed and this game has become worse and unreal unlike before.”
“The latest update has destroyed the whole gameplay.”
“Bad graphics, bad control, bad gameplay.”
- humor24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated by users, with many describing it as "very funny" and "super cute," contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Players often find themselves laughing at the game's quirky elements, such as funny emojis and reactions, which enhance the overall entertainment value. However, some users also express frustration with gameplay balance, noting that while the game is amusing, it can lead to feelings of unfairness when competing against stronger opponents.
“I found it too much funny.”
“This is a very funny game, I like it.”
“This game is so funny, I am really enjoying this game.”
- music24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over persistent background music and intrusive ads that cannot be muted, leading to a disruptive experience. While some players appreciate the game's original soundtrack, they find the overall audio management lacking, prompting suggestions for improvements to avoid losing players. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the gameplay experience.
“The background music is also good.”
“And its music is very, very cute.”
“Also, the background music is very nice.”
“I had to restart the phone to stop the blasting music.”
“I am giving this game two stars; the reason behind it is the annoying background music of ads, which continues to play in the background until the app is cleared from the recent panel of the phone. Moreover, the game is good, but developers have to fix this issue; otherwise, they will lose players.”
“Unwanted app background music, please remove that. I tried turning off the music sound, but it doesn't work.”
- stability20 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and bugs that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the game freezing during matches, loss of control, and problems with updates that exacerbate these issues. Overall, the game's stability is considered poor, significantly impacting the user experience.
“Good game, but sometimes when I match with a player, the screen freezes at the start of the game, and I have no option but to leave, thus losing my games.”
“After the new update, the game freezes, and I cannot move or control the striker. Although I like the graphics, the older version was quite awesome, but the latest update is the worst; the gameplay is not smooth at all.”
“New update has a lot of bugs and glitches; the aiming is going bad after the update. Very poor; please fix the bugs and glitches.”
- optimization14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users expressing satisfaction with performance improvements, while others report significant declines in performance following updates. Complaints include poor server performance, low-quality gameplay, and a lack of effective battery optimization, leading to frustration among players. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent, with many users calling for further improvements.
“I am satisfied with the performance of this game now.”
“Amazzziinnnggg performance.”
“Very good best performance understand application 👍👍👍 carrom board.”
“Poor performance after update.”
“Why is the server performance so poor?”
“Performance is not good.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of frustration and affection towards the game, highlighting emotional responses to both its flaws and its sentimental value. While some players are disappointed by issues like inaccurate controls and game mechanics that lead to frustrating experiences, others find the game deeply touching and enjoyable, indicating a strong emotional connection despite its shortcomings. Overall, the emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of irritation and heartfelt attachment.
“But we become emotional, it affects our brain.”
“Best game ever! This game launched worldwide; it is a heart-touching game for me.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game appears to be frustrating for users, with reports of missions resetting progress and frequent app crashes requiring data clearing and re-login. While some players find beauty in the success narrative, the overall experience is marred by technical issues that detract from the enjoyment of the story.
“My story, well you can experience it.”
“Success gives the story of beauty.”
“Suddenly I see that it is again locked and I have to complete this mission again to get this puck.”
“Even I was about to complete 100% of a mission to get a new striker, but today I saw that this mission went 60% back to complete it.”
“Stops opening after 4 to 5 games. Your Ludo King is the best, but Carrom King is just the opposite. After 4 to 5 games, if I close the app and then open it again, it will not open. Then I have to clear data and log in to Facebook again, and then I can play. The same story happens: 4 to 5 games, then clear data, Facebook login... and so on.”