Casting Away - Survival
Get on Play Store"Casting Away - Survival" is a simulation game that offers an intriguing story and splendid gameplay, where you must survive as a castaway through fishing. With excellent visuals and stellar music, the game provides an immersive experience. However, be prepared for very grinding gameplay and annoying ads that can hinder your enjoyment. The game is described as a 'Survival Fishing Game of a Casting away', where you must face the challenges of oceanic survival.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and calming music, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
- Gameplay is simple and enjoyable, making it easy to pick up and play.
- The variety of fish and the fishing mechanics provide a fun and engaging experience.
- The game is plagued by excessive and intrusive ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience.
- Progression can be frustratingly slow, often requiring players to watch ads to advance.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as auto-reeling and bait issues.
- monetization129 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive nature of ads, including forced ads that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, many feel that the frequency and lack of exit options for certain ads are frustrating and detract from the overall experience. Although there is a paid option to remove ads, players express dissatisfaction with the high cost and the continued presence of ads even after purchasing this feature.
“Great game, but if you don't buy the no ads deal, the only way to progress without spending hours on grinding is to watch ads.”
“Bought the no ads in my first play, then I uninstalled accidentally. I installed the game thinking the data as well as my purchase would be there, but I was disappointed to see that I need to purchase it again.”
“No ads, which is good, but ads can give rewards.”
“Great game, but it has ads that you can't exit from (like the one with the egg), ruining the whole experience and also hindering progress: I can't open chests in the fish farm because I only get ads that have no exit button once they're done playing, forcing me to exit the game... they also pop up randomly from time to time while playing. I mean, are you trying to get people to stop playing?”
“The amount of forced ads is annoying and ruins the flow; getting rid of ads costs 9 euros, which I personally find pricey.”
“Too many ads, they said. Forced ads, you need to watch ads or pay real money to advance.”
- graphics65 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, contributing to a relaxing and immersive experience. Many users highlight the smooth animations and pleasing art style, which enhance the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. However, some players feel that while the graphics are excellent, the gameplay can become repetitive or frustrating at times.
“The graphics are beautiful, so is the music.”
“The graphics are smooth and satisfying.”
“The graphics are really beautiful and it's really peaceful.”
“Terrible game, bad graphics and an overall bad experience.”
“I like the game graphics are good but it gets boring to me because the fishing in this game is quite easy.”
“This game has so much potential, but the ads are so annoying. I'm enjoying the game and the graphics are good, but the ads ruin it.”
- music50 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience alongside beautiful graphics. However, some players have reported a frustrating bug where the background music stops after watching ads, requiring a game restart to restore it. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant positive aspect, contributing to the game's engaging and soothing atmosphere.
“The aesthetic, music, and graphics of the game are superb that it will really get you hooked!”
“The game has a nice relaxing vibe thanks to its pretty art style and good sound design and music.”
“The music is awesome, the gameplay is fun and easy, and the art is amazing.”
“I really liked the art and background music, but I think there's a bug. Whenever you watch an ad, the background music stops playing and you have to restart the game. I would really appreciate it if you fix this bug quickly because I have to restart the game again and again, as it feels weird to play without the music.”
“Fishing is supposed to be a quiet and relaxing experience, not filled with heavy metal music, fireworks, alcohol, etc. Stop!”
“Most players either have their phone muted and won't hear the music, or are listening to something else while they play the game.”
- gameplay33 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, beautiful graphics, and relaxing music, making it enjoyable for players seeking a calming experience. However, many users note that it can become repetitive and grind-heavy, with some expressing frustration over the slow pace of certain mechanics, like fishing. While the game offers a fun and simple experience, issues such as forced ads and a lack of variety in gameplay elements detract from its overall enjoyment.
“The fishing mechanic works well and is a lot of fun.”
“Personally, I think this game is perfect for you to relax; the music and the gameplay style are so engaging and fun!”
“Beautiful music, simple and intuitive gameplay, and the graphics are lovely.”
“As far as actual gameplay, it seems broken.”
“It's ultimately a grinding simulator, with everything to be grinded from the very start. The gameplay starts feeling repetitive very quickly even though I enjoy the game for its graphics and art style. A suggestion: try to reduce the quantity of fish present in the ocean and make the player wait at least 40 seconds to 1 minute.”
“Stylistic and calm gameplay, but almost immediately becomes repetitive and turns into an advertisement delivery platform.”
- grinding15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- -13 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game is heavily focused on grinding, often leading to a tedious and repetitive experience for players. While some appreciate the graphics and find the gameplay relaxing, many express frustration with the slow progression and the necessity of grinding for resources, particularly in fishing and farming. Overall, the game is described as a "grinding simulator," with suggestions for reducing grind-related frustrations.
“It's not tedious or grindy like you find in most games of this genre.”
“The grinding feels rewarding and keeps me engaged with the game's progression.”
“I appreciate how the grinding is balanced, making it enjoyable rather than a chore.”
“It's easy to understand, but it feels like a grinding game with no end to it.”
“Grinding for 10 minutes to afford one piece of bait guard that doesn't work properly and then disappears after a single cast... annoying.”
“It's ultimately a grinding simulator, with everything to be grinded from the very start. The gameplay starts feeling repetitive very quickly, even though I enjoy the game for its graphics and art style.”
- story15 mentions
- 87 % positive mentions
- -7 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its depth and integration with gameplay elements beyond fishing, such as beautiful music and art style. However, some users find the narrative too simple or lacking in missions, leading to mixed feelings about its overall engagement. Overall, it is seen as a relaxing experience that enhances the gameplay.
“I like that this one had more story and more aspects than just fishing.”
“Love the art style and storyline; mechanics are spot on.”
“This game is great for chilling and just playing the story.”
“Not good; the story is really simple. I thought there would be missions to play, but I was disappointed with the game.”
“The story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I expected a rich narrative, but instead, I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired.”
- stability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting frequent glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly on certain devices. While a few players praise the game for being glitch-free, the overall sentiment indicates that stability issues are a significant concern for many, affecting their experience negatively.
“This game is the best; there are no glitches, and the sound matches the game perfectly!”
“The stability of this game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs.”
“I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
“Starting to notice more and more glitches.”
“So buggy it won't even detect my touchscreen on a Pixel 3 XL.”
“I rate it 2 stars because I play, but after turning off my phone for 2 hours and reopening the game, there are so many glitches that I can't even touch anything. I believe these glitches and bugs need to be fixed for all players.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, creating an enjoyable and serene experience for players.
“Alright, this game is pretty calm and I love the atmosphere.”
“This game has a nice relaxing atmosphere.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, with some expressing that it nearly brought them to tears, while others found it to be a calming experience.
“This almost made me cry.”
“This game made me feel calm.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be genuinely funny, highlighting its effective use of humor throughout the gameplay experience.
“This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its storytelling, keeping me engaged and amused throughout.”
