Cookies Inc. - Idle Clicker | Game Brain

Cookies Inc. - Idle Clicker is a Simulation game with delightful graphics and the opportunity to build a cookie tycoon empire. The game involves lots of grinding and utilizes auto clickers to help generate revenue. However, the experience can be disturbed by ads, which are frequently included. According to the game, the goal is to use these features to get rich with your cookie empire.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

music21 positive mentions

monetization207 negative mentions

monetization
271 mentions
13 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
76 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the lack of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. However, there are complaints about an increase in intrusive ads and aggressive microtransactions, which some feel detracts from the overall experience. While some users find the monetization model fair and optional, others criticize it as a cash grab that hampers gameplay progression.
- “This game is immaculate - no ads shoved in your face, wonderful gameplay, decently competitive yet still casual, everything a game should have.”
- “Progression feels satisfying, and in-app purchases are unnecessary for progression and fairly priced.”
- “The fact that there's almost no ads just surprised me, I fully expected there to have a lot of ads but it doesn't plus the game is really addicting.”
- “But let's be real, it's intentionally designed that way so you're more inclined to open your wallet and spend money on microtransactions that are littered throughout the entire game.”
- “The game became unplayable due to ads.”
- “The constant pressure to spend an obscene amount of money on in-app purchases ruins the gameplay.”
music
77 mentions
27 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players enjoying its catchy and nostalgic qualities, while others find the looping track repetitive and annoying. A common request is for the ability to mute or customize the music, as players often want to listen to their own audio while playing. Overall, while the music enhances the game's charm for some, the lack of sound control options detracts from the experience for others.
- “The minute-long loop of background music may be tacky to some, but to me, it's the most nostalgic song I've ever heard.”
- “I love this game; it's incredible! The music and sound effects are just amazing. Keep on working on it, please think of future updates.”
- “The progression system is well thought out - not too easy, not too hard; the graphics and controls are beautifully designed; the music and sounds are whimsical and perfectly match the game.”
- “I really liked this game up until I realized I couldn't turn off the music in the background.”
- “Had to stop playing because the music was too loud and didn't have a way to mute it during the tutorial.”
- “The only problem I have with this game is the music can be annoying and there is no way to shut it off.”
gameplay
62 mentions
47 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is described as addictive and enjoyable, featuring diverse mechanics and smooth controls, with many players appreciating the lack of forced ads. However, there are significant criticisms regarding repetitive gameplay, intrusive microtransactions, and disruptive prompts that hinder the idle experience. Overall, while the game offers engaging elements, the balance between enjoyment and monetization has raised concerns among users.
- “This game is immaculate - no ads shoved in your face, wonderful gameplay, decently competitive yet still casual, everything a game should have.”
- “Insanely addicting, no forced ads, well-made, decent looking texture, diverse gameplay and mechanics, a bunch of free stuff, not pay-to-win.”
- “The gameplay is really good and there are no forced ads!”
- “But the amount of bloat (it's become difficult to stay on the main screen for more than 30 seconds due to popups), mechanics being changed out of the blue, increasingly aggressive microtransactions (league, hot deals) and constant popups to watch ads, I can't recommend it anymore.”
- “Extremely repetitive gameplay, keeps asking me to buy stuff with real money, shoves the 'magical tip jar' in my face as I'm swiping the cookies, unskippable ads become more and more frequent and when those ads appear the game thinks that you 'left' and gives like 3 notifications stating that my oven is done, that I can activate my event, that I need to do something etc. Money grabbing.”
- “Overall, it's a good game but the recent update ruins the concept of 'idle' with these custom 'are you a human' prompts, which fully halt gameplay until you complete the task, which fully voids the concept of being an idle game.”
graphics
52 mentions
71 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, cartoony style and nostalgic elements reminiscent of the 2000s. Many users appreciate the beautiful animations and unique artwork, which enhance the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience. While some express a desire for updates or a return to older graphics, the consensus is that the visuals are engaging and contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Beautiful animation and graphics.”
- “The progression system is well thought out - not too easy, not too hard; the graphics and controls are beautifully designed; the music and sounds are whimsical and perfectly match the game.”
- “Cookie clickers is a fun game with high quality cartoony graphics, an easy control system, and hundreds of upgrades and things to buy.”
- “Honestly one of the best idle games out there, I just wish some of the old graphics or just the old version of the game in general was back and actually renamed back to Cookie Collector.”
- “The only problem is, the graphics are a little lacking.”
- “Shameless cash grab... it has some fun elements but the graphics are poor and they push ads/premium content on you everywhere you turn.”
grinding
30 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the addictive nature of grinding for cookies and find it satisfying, others feel it becomes tedious and overly time-consuming, especially in late-game stages. Many reviews highlight frustrations with updates that increase grind requirements or reset progress, leading to diminished interest. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging, but the grinding can be a significant barrier to enjoyment for some players.
- “The only reason this isn't a 5-star rating is because it is so incredibly tedious to open more than a couple prize packs at a time.”
- “However, the developer made it far more grindy for newer players that haven't unlocked cosmic cookies.”
- “Overall it's a good game but it takes absolutely forever to even get somewhat good because there's so much grinding.”
stability
24 mentions
8 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, lag, and glitches, particularly when interacting with ads or purchasing buildings. While some players have experienced minimal issues, the overall sentiment indicates that the game is plagued by bugs that disrupt gameplay, necessitating frequent restarts. Despite these stability problems, players express a strong affection for the game, highlighting its addictive nature and enjoyable features.
- “Also, there are no glitches in the game.”
- “No glitches so far.”
- “After restarting everything to gain more cupcakes and using said live event, without having any structures, the game freezes and you're only able to hear the music and I have to reopen the game.”
- “This game is buggy and frustrating.”
- “Whenever you click the checkbox for watching ads, the game freezes and the ad never shows up.”
humor
20 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the cookie-themed elements and gameplay mechanics amusing and entertaining. Many users highlight the fun and quirky nature of the game, often mentioning specific funny aspects like "poop poop" humor and the idea of tapping on celebrity-themed cookies. Overall, the lighthearted and whimsical tone contributes significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
- “It's really fun, recommend getting it when you get the Play Pass though, it's really funny.”
- “Love this and collecting the cookies is funny and cute.”
- “Good job dev for this so funny little game.”
story
19 mentions
26 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a lack of a compelling story in the game, with players expressing a desire for a narrative that explains the objectives, such as why they are collecting cookies. While some enjoy the quest mechanics and find the gameplay engaging, many feel that the absence of a meaningful storyline detracts from their overall experience. Suggestions for improvement include integrating a narrative element and enhancing social features for player interaction.
- “Spaceplan was a similar game on Play Pass that I can recommend far more due to the intriguing, thought-provoking story that goes along with the clicking and number increases.”
- “I like how completing quests adds to league progress.”
- “No story, no drive to accomplish the goals.”
- “You should add a story as to why they are collecting cookies and also add rainbow cookie swaps thanks :d”
- “And as the level increases, the story of Hansel and Gretel will start to play.”
replayability
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many users highlighting the abundance of content and features like the showcase option that enhance the experience. Players find it addictive and well-balanced, making it a strong recommendation for those seeking a game with significant replay value.
- “Highly replayable and strongly recommended.”
- “Adds so much replay value to the game and makes it very addicting!”
- “I'm unable to speak about replayability honestly, but I can say it looks likely.”
- “The game is really well balanced with a lot of replayability and the new update is pretty sweet.”
- “I've enjoyed this game before; lots of content, lots of replay value.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game's mechanics, highlighting moments of frustration due to intrusive ads and glitches, which detracted from their overall experience. However, the mention of "emotional cookie" suggests that some elements of the game may evoke feelings of engagement or nostalgia, despite the technical issues.
- “Actually made me feel like I was busy.”
optimization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally positive, with good performance and a variety of secret skins available. However, some users report poor performance on older devices like the S6 Edge, along with a clunky user interface and a lack of options to disable music.
- “The performance is impressive, and there are plenty of hidden skins for your cookie collector and various cookies to discover.”
- “The optimization in this game allows for smooth gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the game runs efficiently, making it easy to collect and manage my cookies without any lag.”
- “Horrible performance on an S6 Edge, no option to turn off the music, clunky UI.”
- “The game runs poorly on lower-end devices, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times severely impact the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is creatively themed around space, featuring celestial elements such as galaxy, star, and planet cookies inspired by various planets like Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars. This cosmic setting enhances the overall experience, inviting players to explore a whimsical and imaginative environment.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of another world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a sense of wonder and exploration.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the potential, the game fails to create a captivating atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
- “The overall ambiance is dull and forgettable, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”