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Cookie Clicker

85%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
monetization, grinding
85% User Score Based on 6,451 reviews

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About

Cookie Clicker is a single-player simulation game where you bake cookies to "rule the universe." The game features a good plot, plenty of humor, and wonderful graphics, but also contains lots of grinding, annoying ads, and bugs. Overall, it's an addictive idle game that allows you to click your way to virtual cookie dominance.

Cookie Clicker screenshot
Cookie Clicker screenshot
Cookie Clicker screenshot
Cookie Clicker screenshot
Cookie Clicker screenshot
Cookie Clicker screenshot

85%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,451 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
monetization220 negative mentions

  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience with cookie production.
  • No intrusive ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
  • The game has a charming art style and humorous flavor text that adds to the overall enjoyment.
  • The game frequently suffers from UI issues, such as buttons overlapping, making it impossible to access upgrades.
  • Many features from the PC version are missing, leading to a lack of content and slower progression.
  • Recent updates have caused save data to be wiped unexpectedly, frustrating long-term players.
  • monetization
    273 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game primarily involves unobtrusive banner ads at the bottom of the screen, which many players find acceptable, though some express frustration over their placement and the inability to remove them through a purchase. While the game does not feature microtransactions or intrusive pop-up ads, a significant number of users desire an option to pay for an ad-free experience, indicating a willingness to support the developers in exchange for a more seamless gameplay experience. Overall, the monetization approach is generally viewed positively, but the lack of an ad removal option is a common point of contention among players.

    • “The only game I would fully recommend for mobile, mostly because there are no ads, no pay-to-win, and it makes you plan and think.”
    • “Extremely fun, not time-consuming as I thought it would be, and having no in-game purchases and no feel to need those in order to progress is just the icing on the cake with this game.”
    • “Best idle game on phone, no ads or microtransactions except for one banner ad on the bottom I never notice, played for 3 years and just had a big update.”
    • “The ads cut off part of the screen, and golden cookies will spawn under the ad and be unclickable. I don't mind having ads, but it's sad that it's cutting off the bottom of the game and things spawn behind non-dismissable ads.”
    • “I would like the option to pay to remove ads, as they are starting to cause a bit of burn-in on my screen.”
    • “Please, for the love of all that is good and holy, let me pay to remove the ads.”
  • gameplay
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally described as simple, addictive, and engaging, with a satisfying loop of clicking and upgrading, though some players note it can become repetitive over time. While the game features charming graphics and a relaxing experience, many users express frustration over missing mechanics compared to other versions, as well as the presence of ads that, while not intrusive, still detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is praised for its enjoyable mechanics but criticized for its slower progression and lack of certain features.

    • “The gameplay is simple yet engaging, with a satisfying loop of clicking, upgrading, and expanding.”
    • “This mesmerizing idle game enchants with simple yet addictive mechanics, transforming clicks into a symphony of cookies.”
    • “Amazing! I don't know where to start; the story is great and the gameplay is insane. I will not spoil anything for you, just download it and see for yourself.”
    • “This one has a lot of missing features and gameplay plateaus.”
    • “There are mechanics absent here that are present in other versions.”
    • “Really like this game but gameplay gets slow sadly quite quickly.”
  • humor
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its wit and variety, blending quirky and dark themes that keep the experience fresh and engaging. Players appreciate the clever flavor text and amusing graphics, which enhance the overall charm, while some find the satire hit-or-miss. Overall, the game is described as a fun, addictive experience filled with humor that resonates well with its audience.

    • “The humor and quirky upgrades keep the experience fresh, and the game’s graphics, while minimalist, add to its charm.”
    • “Flavor text is filled with lots of quirky and dark humor.”
    • “It's a classic funny idle game.”
  • graphics
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the charming and colorful art style, particularly in comparison to the browser version. However, some users report performance issues, such as lag and choppy visuals, especially on mobile devices, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the graphics are generally considered good and contribute positively to the game's fun and addictive nature.

    • “The game is amazing, addicting (in a good way), the graphics are nice and have a nice charm to them.”
    • “And the artwork is fantastic; it has details and a great use of color.”
    • “This game has amazing graphics!”
    • “I lowered every single graphics setting I could find, but it still started to lag once I started getting over 2 cookies a second.”
    • “The game is still playable, but a major graphical issue like that makes the experience feel cheap.”
    • “My only problem with it is that the graphics are kinda choppy.”
  • grinding
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be both a source of enjoyment and frustration. While many appreciate the sense of accomplishment that comes from grinding, especially in the early stages, the mid to late game is often criticized for becoming excessively tedious and slow, leading to a feeling of stagnation. Overall, the game is described as addictively grindy, but there are calls for additional content and improvements to alleviate the monotony of prolonged grinding.

    • “Once you reach around 15 cookies/sec, it's nearly impossible to gain new upgrades without grinding for months.”
    • “I've been addicted to this game for months, but the mid/late game is super slow grinding.”
    • “When you get far in the game, you almost can't do anything because of how grindy it becomes.”
  • stability
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes and lag, particularly when loading ads or during gameplay. While some players have noted improvements in the alpha version and found the game enjoyable despite minor glitches, the recurring freezing issues significantly detract from the overall experience for others. Overall, stability remains a major concern, with many players expressing frustration over the game's tendency to freeze and lose progress.

    • “It was an awesome game, no glitches, no ads, and no paying. 10/10”
    • “But it's really annoying when my game freezes while I'm tapping for cookies.”
    • “Game freezes very often.”
    • “Freezes too often to be fun.”
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its complexity and depth, weaving a compelling narrative about a humble cookie business that evolves into a corrupt monopoly, transforming individuals into deformed creatures. Players appreciate the engaging plot and rich lore, which enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it addictive and immersive. Many reviewers highlight the combination of captivating storytelling and enjoyable mini-games as a standout feature, contributing to the game's status as a masterpiece.

    • “This game is a masterpiece showcasing an amazing story of a cookie business that starts humble but turns into a corrupt monopoly of the world, turning every person into a deformed creature.”
    • “From the incredibly appealing pixel art designs to the fantastically engaging and enriching story, this game was invented by a passionate mastermind whose pure creative genius cannot be matched.”
    • “I love the game, but please can it also have a story like the PC version? Thank you.”
    • “The game is filled with lore and story.”
    • “It's such a simple game, and the creators managed to squeeze in a complicated plot and a life message that once you want more, you can't get away from it.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players report smooth performance on mid-range devices and appreciate the game's design, others experience significant lag and sluggishness after extended play, particularly after numerous interactions. There are calls for better transitions and updates to address these performance issues.

    • “Really well made and almost like the original thing (the difference being you can't use inspect lol). Runs smoothly even with everything enabled on a mid-range phone (though I always keep cookie pops off because aaahhhh my eyes). Great game overall.”
    • “Optimized well, the ads are non-invasive and it's worth the 5 bucks!!!!!!”
    • “Amazing performance.”
    • “The only thing preventing me from giving this 5 stars is that the performance gets extremely slow after ~200 cookie taps for no apparent reason.”
    • “Extremely laggy top banner scrolled very slow; overall game performance was sluggish. I don't have issues with other games, just this one.”
    • “Poor performance, lacking updates.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players describe the emotional aspect of the game as a profound experience, with some expressing deep feelings and even crying during gameplay. The game is noted for its ability to evoke strong emotions, providing a relaxing escape while also delivering unexpected moments of poignancy. Overall, it offers a unique blend of lightheartedness and emotional depth that resonates with players.

    • “A emotional roller coaster”
    • “This game is actually really meaningful (I cried when I was at the maximum cookies, it was so sad for no reason)”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable and engaging enough to return to, others feel it lacks depth and variety for repeated playthroughs. The presence of prestige mechanics adds some replay value, but disparities between versions may affect the experience.

    • “The game is really good, with the prestige system adding to its replayability. When I'm bored, I just get on to this game. However, I do wish the PC version had more content, but it's still a really fun game.”
    • “Very fun, lots of replayability.”
    • “I would have rated it better, but it has no replayability.”
    • “The lack of replayability really diminishes the overall experience.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its catchy and enjoyable tracks, particularly noting that "Get Lucky" by Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams is likely to become stuck in players' heads. Reviewers find the soundtrack fun and engaging, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

    • “Also, don't ask me why, but there's a very good chance the song 'Get Lucky' by Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams will get stuck in your head while you play.”
    • “This is really fun, cool music! I love it; it's super fun and challenging at the same time.”
    • “All I need is the music, and I'll be happy.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is noted to be slightly altered yet retains its overall essence, suggesting a familiar yet refreshed experience for players.

    • “The atmosphere feels slightly different, but overall it remains the same.”
    • “The game lacks a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself.”
    • “I expected a rich atmosphere, but it ended up feeling flat and uninspired.”

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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
2-3h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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