Cooped Up

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Cooped Up is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Nitrome and was released on May 6, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Cooped Up" is a humorous bird-flinging game where you avoid obstacles and snack on insects in an exotic bird sanctuary. With simple twanging gameplay and full Game Center support, compete with friends and foes. The game offers in-app purchases to remove ads and acquire coins. Watch out for third-party ads, in-game promotions, and cross-promotions for other games.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 212 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

monetization6 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and fun, making it a great time-waster.
It features cute characters and enjoyable graphics, contributing to an overall charming experience.
The gameplay is simple yet challenging, providing a good balance for players.

The game suffers from frequent ads that can disrupt the gameplay experience.
There are issues with lag and unresponsiveness, especially when achievements are earned or during critical moments.
Controls can be frustrating, particularly when trying to maneuver the bird near the edges of the screen.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the cartoonish and cute aesthetic as visually appealing and easy on the eyes. However, some users criticize the low pixel quality, suggesting it doesn't meet modern standards and can lead to performance issues on midrange devices. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a desire for higher quality visuals.
- “The cartoonish graphics are easy on the eyes.”
- “Fun and funny gameplay, cool graphics and excellent graphics/sound feedback.”
- “The graphics are great and the game is good.”
- “Low pixel graphics don't suit this game.”
- “A game with low graphics that still lags on a midrange phone.”
- “I love weird games like this; the graphics are cute, but it's kind of hard to...”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both fun and hilarious, often highlighting the amusing gameplay and sound effects. Many appreciate the comedic elements, including the game's description and various sound cues, which contribute to an overall lighthearted experience.
- “The description of the game is kind of funny, especially with the grammatical errors.”
- “The laughing sounds are funny, and so are the knocking sounds.”
- “This game is hilarious and keeps you happy.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is primarily characterized by the presence of frequent video ads, which users find annoying but manageable given the game's free-to-play model. While many players enjoy the game and its addictive nature, they express dissatisfaction with the high cost to remove ads, suggesting that the monetization strategy could be improved. Overall, the ads detract from the experience, but players still find the game enjoyable.
- “The video ads are annoying; however, looking away from the phone is simple enough considering this is a free game.”
- “Fun but timed video ads slow the pace of the game, and the price to remove ads is too high.”
- “There are quite a few ads, but nothing extreme. The worst part is that it is so addictive I could waste hours on it.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay, with players feeling more motivated by the antagonistic characters than a traditional narrative. While some users express a desire for a more developed story, others find the humorous game description sufficient for context, viewing the game as a lighthearted time-waster rather than a story-driven experience.
- “Come on Nitrome, I don't want 'get as far as you can' games, but story-driven games!”
- “There really isn't much of a story explaining why this chubby green bird is hopping away from hillbilly birds, but it is a good time-waster.”
- “The player is not burdened by story, but instead egged on by the taunting and teasing of the baddies.”
- “Come on, Nitrome! I don't want 'get as far as you can' games, but story games!!”
- “There really isn't much for the 'story' of why this chubby green bird is hopping away from hillbilly birds... but it is a good time waster.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and effectiveness, providing a fun experience with a fresh set of controls that distinguishes it from previous titles.
- “It's a simple but effective mechanic, and I like what it does for the game.”
- “The gameplay is simple and fun.”
- “A completely new set of controls and gameplay compared to the others.”
- “The gameplay feels completely disconnected from previous titles, with a new set of controls that are difficult to master.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to enjoy the game.”
- “There are too many bugs in the gameplay that disrupt the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music has been praised for its enjoyable cowboy theme, although some users note that it appears to borrow elements from other titles like Rayman Origins and Blast Corps.
- “This game is very fun, and it has great cowboy music!”
- “The music is stolen from Rayman Origins and Blast Corps.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks originality.”
- “The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game features appealing animations and generally runs smoothly; however, some users have reported lag and stuttering issues on the newer Note 4 device.
- “The animations are nice and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it maintains a steady frame rate without any noticeable lag.”
- “The game is lagging and stuttering on the new Note 4.”
- “Performance issues are making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “The optimization is poor, leading to frequent frame drops and slow loading times.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game is engaging but suffers from stability issues, particularly freezing during achievement notifications. Additionally, there are concerns about gameplay mechanics, such as the inability to jump on enemies' heads to avoid obstacles.
- “The game is interesting, but it frequently freezes when I unlock achievements.”
- “We should be able to jump on their heads to dodge, but the game often crashes during critical moments.”
- “The stability issues make it hard to enjoy the gameplay; I experience constant lag and crashes.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable, thanks to features like the "lucky bug" that offers bonuses such as free continues, which enhance engagement and encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The replay value is certainly there, and the little bonuses like the 'lucky bug' that awards a free continue keep the player interested.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The game offers multiple paths and endings, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same, which keeps the experience exciting.”
- “Replay value is certainly there, and the little bonuses like the 'lucky bug' that awards a free continue keep the player interested.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of varied endings or significant changes in gameplay makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”