Clue Hunter

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Clue Hunter is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Lion Studios and was released on July 4, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Clue Hunter" is a detective game where you uncover evidence to prove if a client's husband is cheating. With each level, choose correctly to progress and solve various high-stakes crimes. The game is simple and addictive, encouraging players to seek help from friends and loved ones when stuck. It's a fun time for all to enjoy!

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,220 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

monetization942 negative mentions

The game is creative and fun, providing an engaging experience.
The comic visuals are entertaining and add to the humor of the game.
It offers a unique 'choose your own adventure' style gameplay.

There are too many ads, often appearing after every choice or level.
The game can be illogical, with correct answers that don't make sense.
It frequently crashes or freezes, making it frustrating to play.

monetization
961 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every action, making the gameplay experience frustrating and often unplayable. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for free games, many express that the frequency and length of the ads detract significantly from their enjoyment, leading to suggestions for reducing the ad load or offering a more reasonable ad-free purchase option.
- “There is an option to purchase no ads, and I normally buy that on games I like, but I won't buy it for a game that practically assaults me with ads to force me to.”
- “Fun game, and what makes it a lot better is just turning off my phone's internet, and there are no ads anymore. Just think of this: you all never turn off your phone's internet, but don't think of this smart next time, guys!”
- “The game is amazing, but at the start, I had a problem with so many ads, so I turned off my data, and then no ads came, so I think it's the best game I've played.”
- “The sheer amount of ads makes this game nigh impossible to play easily.”
- “I understand you need ads to make money but ever 10 seconds there is no need for an ad.”
- “This game is a brain training and pretty much i see many people say too many ads here when you get a minute so i think this game deserve 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
71%
8%
The gameplay experience is heavily marred by an overwhelming number of ads, often outnumbering actual gameplay time significantly. While some users find the gameplay mechanics fun and engaging, the constant interruptions from ads detract from the overall enjoyment, leading many to feel that the game is more of a commercial than a playable experience. Overall, the balance between gameplay and advertising is criticized, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive ad frequency.
- “Fun gameplay but you have a chance of watching an ad.”
- “Very fun gameplay.”
- “I kinda like the gameplay except for the graphics, but it's fine and I wish that they will add more levels.”
- “It's just a chance of getting it right, which ruins gameplay. The game is good, but if it wasn't for an advert after every choice and mistake.”
- “The gameplay itself isn't deductive or logic-based; it's usually about finding something that makes you suspect one choice and then choosing the opposite because it usually subverts expectation with something nonsensical.”
- “The game is not fun when the amount of time you spend watching ads is longer than the actual gameplay!”
humor
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
8%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the decisions and outcomes either hilariously entertaining or cringeworthy. Many enjoy the funny character interactions and storylines, although the frequent ads detract from the overall experience, often interrupting the comedic flow. Despite the annoyance of ads, players appreciate the game's ability to provide laughs and a lighthearted way to pass the time.
- “The decisions you make can either be humorously great, or hilariously humiliating.”
- “It's a wonderful funny entertaining game... I finished all 120 levels.”
- “I totally enjoyed the many levels of humor.”
- “.. it's not funny, it's frustrating.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it just made me cringe.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it riddled with plot holes and illogical events, while others appreciate its humor and creativity. Frequent ads disrupt the gameplay experience, overshadowing the narrative's potential. Overall, while some enjoy the entertaining elements and character choices, the lack of depth and coherence in the storyline leaves many players dissatisfied.
- “And story wise it is really fun and interesting, especially when optional clues are introduced which feels out of the box and amazing.”
- “The game has a cool story and it's entertaining, but there are way too many ads for a game that has sections that last mostly only 5 to 10 seconds and you have 30-second ads.”
- “Storyline consistent, and funny!”
- “All of the storylines are ridiculous!”
- “No captivating storyline.”
- “The storyline is absolute BS; the game's graphics and overall movement look so cheap.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
37%
26%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful and entertaining comic visuals, while others criticize them as cheap and lacking in quality. Many users express frustration over the frequent ads, which detracts from the overall experience, although a few still appreciate the graphics as decent for a mobile game. Overall, while there are positive remarks about the animation and style, there is a strong desire for improvements and more engaging visuals.
- “The comic visuals are entertaining, and the artist developer has made it unexpected.”
- “Graphics are nicely animated and colorful.”
- “I gave it 5 stars because I really love the graphics; it's very basic and fun.”
- “I'm so disappointed in this game full of ads, not only that the graphics aren't that good; however, the game could have been good if the ads weren't there.”
- “The storyline is absolute nonsense; the game's graphics and overall movement look so cheap.”
- “Too many ads, bad visuals that even I can draw better than, dumb and cheesy physics.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
Overall, players report a mix of positive gameplay experiences and significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, lag, and game freezes, particularly after certain levels. While some users appreciate the game's fun elements, many express frustration with the excessive ads and bugs that hinder their experience. Developers are urged to address these stability concerns to enhance overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is awesome; there are no glitches, so it runs smoothly.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it never crashes and always performs well.”
- “The game runs flawlessly, providing a stable experience that keeps me engaged.”
- “And whenever I passed level 78, it just freezes throughout the whole game and it just chooses a random level, which makes the game stubborn and I can't play properly. But after all, it's a good game.”
- “The game is terrible; there are so many ads when you fail, which is meant to be a 50/50, but it's a 90% chance to fail. Then, if you watch the ad to carry on, it just freezes the game and I have to start from the beginning.”
- “I love the game; it is so fun, but there are too many ads and too many glitches. The game is really good, but I enjoyed it less because of these issues.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization is mixed; while some players report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay without glitches, others experience significant issues, including poor performance and excessive ads, leading to frustration.
- “This game runs smoothly, and I like how you can buy different outfits for the detective.”
- “The gameplay is awesome; there are no glitches, so it runs smoothly.”
- “Poor performance, very illogical, too many ads.”
- “Very poor performance, a significant loss of time.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight that the music in the game is not intended for dance or relaxation, suggesting a unique or unconventional approach to its soundtrack.