Collect Em All!
- February 4, 2023
- VOODOO
- 12h median play time
"Collect Em All!" is a puzzle game where players connect balls of the same color to crush them. The game is filled with humor and plenty of levels to keep you engaged, but beware of bugs that may disrupt gameplay and annoying ads that pop up. Connect and crush balls to progress, but be prepared for some potential frustrations.
Reviews
- The game offers a variety of challenges that keep it interesting and engaging.
- It's easy to get power-ups without spending money, making it accessible for casual players.
- The game is fun and relaxing, providing a good way to unwind.
- There are too many ads, often interrupting gameplay and making it frustrating.
- The game frequently glitches, causing it to freeze or crash, which can lead to lost progress.
- The game is not as advertised; it often shifts from the promised gameplay to a different style, disappointing players.
- monetization980 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % 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 even after purchasing the ad-free version, they continue to encounter ads, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the excessive and intrusive ads detract from the gaming experience, with some users feeling misled by the game's advertising and claiming that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing.
“I like that there are no ads while you're playing the game.”
“Fun game, minimal to no ads and in-game home renovation is fun, but not required for advancement in the actual puzzles.”
“It's kind of cool no advertisements which makes it twice as cool.”
“You literally have to watch ads after every level, so basically every 2-3 minutes.”
“The game itself is fun, but the amount of ads are brutal if you don't buy ad free.”
“You spend more time waiting for ads to finish than time spent to actually play ...”
- stability79 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over losing progress and lives due to these technical problems, particularly after updates that seem to exacerbate the issues. While some users enjoy the game, the overwhelming consensus is that the stability problems detract from the overall experience.
“My experience so far is great, no glitches.”
“Just started playing, so far no glitches and not a lot of ads.”
“No glitches that I have come across.”
“Now it crashes or freezes constantly.”
“The game freezes mid puzzle constantly.”
“I like the game and enjoy playing it but it constantly freezes up, and then kicks me out in the middle of the game, I lose the level I was on and I lose my life.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration, with some players appreciating the introduction of new mechanics and the fun factor, while others criticize the overwhelming presence of ads and misleading advertising that misrepresents the actual gameplay experience. Many users express dissatisfaction with the frequency of ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment, and some feel that the gameplay lacks originality. Overall, while there are elements of satisfaction and fun, the ad experience and perceived discrepancies between advertised and actual gameplay significantly impact player enjoyment.
“The game itself gets new mechanics so it doesn't get stale, and while pop-ups for paid power-ups can be in your face sometimes, it's easy enough to get them with time through progress or optional ad viewing.”
“Cool game, simple but very enjoyable gameplay!”
“Satisfying gameplay with fresh challenges/mechanics.”
“Now my custom gameplay is gone and there are ridiculous levels.”
“The game is fun up to a point and seeing players from across the globe adds a nice dynamic, but more time is spent watching ads than gameplay and having to buy your rewards breaks the enjoyability of the game.”
“Another game that uses false advertising; the advertisement has nothing to do with the actual gameplay.”
- humor17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many users finding it both funny and entertaining. Some players appreciate the cleverness of the game's humor, while others enjoy its lighthearted and challenging nature. However, there are complaints about misleading advertising, which detracts from the overall experience.
“This game is very funny and very challenging.”
“A very original and funny game.”
“The ad says, 'only people with high IQ can clear the blue dots.' I found that funny, so I downloaded it just so I could share.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are praised for their aesthetic appeal and suitability for a wide range of players, including those with disabilities. While many users find the visuals enjoyable and stimulating, some have noted issues such as freezing and distracting elements in the design. Despite these concerns, the graphics contribute positively to the overall gaming experience.
“The graphics and color combinations are perfect for many age levels, including our friends with disabilities.”
“Still a relaxing and aesthetically pleasing game.”
“Collect 'em all: excellent mind game, enjoyable graphics that stimulate the senses, hand-eye coordination, focusing ability, thought processing; just sit back, relax, and have some fun.”
“Game will run fine for several levels, then freeze unexpectedly, or occasionally will exhibit graphic memory issues at the start of a level.”
“They added more graphics when you select dots, which is distracting.”
“Get rid of the childish glittery graphics.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soothing bird song ambience and the overall quality of the soundtrack. However, issues such as glitches, intrusive ads that disrupt the music, and a creepy, persistent tune that cannot be turned off detract from the experience for others. Overall, while the music has its highlights, technical problems and ad interruptions significantly impact player enjoyment.
“And I especially like the bird song ambience in the background.”
“Actually very soothing: good music, and the think-ahead game like chess is good too!”
“After I've been playing for a while, this strange music starts to play.”
“It's creepy because the music doesn't stop even after I've turned it off in the settings.”
“The music changed and I can't seem to change it back; it's annoying.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its engaging gameplay and fun missions, though some players express frustration with completing quests due to limitations in room decoration. Overall, it is considered an enjoyable experience with a compelling narrative.
“The best game ever, very good with an amazing story and gameplay.”
“I'm not able to complete the quests due to not being able to decorate rooms.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment regarding the emotional aspect of the game, highlighting a disconnect between the advertised content and the actual gameplay experience. The game is perceived as not kid-friendly or wholesome, leading to feelings of frustration and confusion among players.
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, players express disappointment with the game's optimization, citing poor performance and slow loading times despite its relatively small file size. Many are calling for significant performance improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
“The game is amazing, but I am a bit disappointed with the performance optimization.”
“Are there any performance improvements planned?”
“The performance of this game is awful; I can't lie.”
“This game has terrible performance. For an installation size of 279 MB, this is the slowest I've experienced.”
“Performance improvements?!?”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and lacking a sense of meaningful progression, with some items requiring excessive time investment to obtain. This has led to perceptions of the game prioritizing ad revenue over player experience, making the grind feel pointless despite some enjoyable moments.
“There's no real sense of progression, and it feels pointless to actually try and get good combos, as even the cheapest items would take hours of grinding to obtain.”
“This is baseless cheap ad-revenue farming at its finest.”
“Grinding can be a little tedious at times, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”