Coin Flipper
- October 3, 2022
- Simon Eftestøl
- 22h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Coin Flipper" is a game where you flip coins to earn more coins, with upgrades available to increase your earnings. The game can flip coins for you automatically, even while you're away, potentially earning you millions or billions of coins. The twist: there's a small chance to hit a "lucky coin" that gives extra coins. Inflation is also a factor, as more coins will be required for upgrades as you progress.
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Windows
Reviews
- Fun and addictive idle game that is easy to pick up and play.
- Offers a satisfying progression system with various upgrades and achievements to unlock.
- Great for casual play, allowing players to enjoy it in the background while doing other tasks.
- Lacks depth and content, making it feel short and potentially repetitive after completing upgrades.
- Performance issues reported, including high resource usage and occasional crashes.
- Limited replayability and not enough unique mechanics compared to other idle games in the genre.
- gameplay25 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Coin Flipper" features a straightforward idle mechanic where players click to generate resources, upgrade, and automate their progress, akin to other idle games. While the core mechanics are well-executed and easy to understand, the game lacks depth and variety, leading to a repetitive experience with limited content. Although it offers some engaging elements like gambling and inflation mechanics, players may find themselves wishing for more innovative features to enhance the gameplay.
“There's a basic gameplay loop, where you start off manually having to click to produce resources, then you can upgrade and earn more and create automation.”
“The clean design and smooth mechanics make it a joy to play.”
“While it does not have much content, I think that the game executes its core mechanic very well, sticks with it throughout the entirety, and very effectively utilizes idle mechanics compared to most games.”
“While it does not have much content, and I do think it is mildly overpriced given the amount of content that exists, I think that the game executes its core mechanic very well, sticks with it throughout the entirety, and very effectively utilizes idle mechanics compared to most games.”
“I kept waiting for a new game mechanic to reveal itself, but it never came, and soon I reached the end of the upgrade list that was on the screen from the start.”
“From the very start of the game, they offer a gambling mechanic, which lets you go double-or-nothing with all your coins at any time with a single click (yes, you can save scum it, just watch out for 30-second autosaves).”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users praise the impressive visuals, others criticize them as bland and uninteresting, noting that the game demands significant resources despite its simplistic design. Overall, the graphics are seen as a major drawback, contributing to a perception of the game being overpriced for its lackluster visual appeal.
“Real amazing graphics”
“My computer's graphics card (Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060) cooling fans ramp up to what sounds like maximum whenever I play this simple game in particular.”
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“Its visuals are also very bland and boring to look at; and there's no charm or fun, quirky elements mixed into it to make it interesting.”
“Even at $2.99, this game is incredibly overpriced with lackluster graphics, insanely repetitive gameplay, and they didn't even bother making more than one animation for the coin flip, which always lands on heads.”
“Poor progression, no offline progression, very simple graphics but still uses a lot of resources.”
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for lacking depth, with some users noting the absence of a narrative altogether. There is a suggestion for potential improvements, such as incorporating a reincarnation feature and a short storyline to enhance gameplay and longevity. Overall, the current storytelling elements are minimal and leave players wanting more.
“There is definitely room for updates; for example, just adding the reincarnation feature and some new upgrades alongside a short story could make this game about twice as enjoyable and extend its playtime beyond 40 hours, including idle time.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life holds in store for you. If I had given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“There is definitely room for updates; for example, just adding the reincarnated feature and some new upgrades alongside a short story could make this game about twice as enjoyable and make it playable for more than about 40 hours with idle time counted into it.”
“Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I had given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“No story”
- monetization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game features a straightforward monetization model with a single purchase required for access, devoid of in-app purchases or advertisements. Players appreciate this approach, as it allows for uninterrupted gameplay without the pressure of microtransactions or energy limits. Overall, the monetization strategy is praised for promoting a pure gaming experience.
“No microtransactions at all, just pure fun.”
“I much prefer being able to purchase games and enjoy them without having ads or timed energy limits prompting me to pay or wait.”
“I haven't played the mobile version of this game, but I assume that it's similar to this version of the game, where it's a single purchase and there's no in-app purchases or advertising.”
“There is regular progression, but it's not overly complicated, and there's no in-app purchases.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while players report good performance and minimal game-breaking bugs, it is notably resource-intensive for its simplicity, occasionally leading to crashes upon closing. Progressing through tiers significantly boosts earnings, encouraging players to save for upgrades, and some users have found that optimizing gameplay can expedite achievement completion.
“Games not bad, took 24 hours for me to get all the achievements but you could be faster if you optimized everything.”
“I didn't really encounter any game-breaking bugs or issues, performance was good, sometimes closing the game crashes it instead - task manager fixes that.”
“The game is extremely performance-hungry for how basic it is, to the point of making me double-check that it's some kind of crypto mining game.”
“It took me 24 hours to get all the achievements, but you could be faster if you optimized everything.”
“Going up tiers increases your earnings a lot (the next tier may be 10x the cost but 30x the performance), so usually it's worth saving up for.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered decent and suitable for background play, enhancing the experience for those looking to relax or zone out. However, some users find the coin sounds annoying, suggesting that playing on mute may be preferable for a more enjoyable experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but it may not be for everyone.
“Fun clicker game that works great in the background as you work or just want to zone out, listen to music and upgrade things.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
“Music is decent, but the coin sounds can be extremely annoying, so I recommend playing this on mute.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music, long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often feeling that the effort required to reach the next prestige level is not justified by the lack of meaningful rewards or new content.
“Grinding in this game feels rewarding and keeps me engaged for hours.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels like a chore.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“But it's a tedious grind.”
“Not really worth grinding to your next prestige to see what's on offer because it doesn't improve, and nothing else appears to be getting added to it.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny; however, some feel that the experience is somewhat short and lacks depth after multiple playthroughs, as the challenge modes do not significantly enhance gameplay variety.
“This game is hilarious! The humor is spot on and keeps you entertained throughout.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and absurd situations. It's a breath of fresh air!”
“The comedic elements are cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a desire for updates to enhance the game's replayability and addictive qualities, indicating that the current experience may lack sufficient incentives for repeated play.
