Cribbage Classic

87%
Game Brain Score Based on 10,000 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"Cribbage Classic" is a casual single-player game with phenomenal mechanics and excellent graphics. It offers customizable settings to suit your skill level, with assistance for optimal moves and auto-counting for a relaxed experience. The game also provides detailed statistics, tracks sub-optimal plays, and includes a 'Discard Analyzer' bonus feature to help improve your discarding strategy.

  • iPad
  • iPhone
  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

87%
Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
graphics224 positive mentions
monetization562 negative mentions
  • Great app for learning cribbage with helpful hints and analysis of plays.
  • Minimal ads that do not interfere with gameplay.
  • User-friendly interface with clear graphics and easy navigation.
  • The AI consistently receives better hands, making it feel rigged against the player.
  • The discard analyzer does not account for the opponent's crib, leading to misleading suggestions.
  • The game does not save progress if interrupted, causing frustration.
  • monetization762 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the minimal and unobtrusive ads that do not disrupt gameplay. Many players express a desire for a paid option to remove ads entirely, highlighting that the current banner ads at the bottom of the screen are acceptable but would prefer an ad-free experience. Overall, the game is praised for its clean interface and lack of intrusive advertising, making it a refreshing choice among free apps.

    • “It's free throughout, no ads other than a small banner at the bottom, and it is easy to use.”
    • “Absolutely no ads and it is fun to play whenever you want!”
    • “Great game with no ads and full of setting options!”
    • “The only downside is there's no way to remove the ads.”
    • “I would like to pay to eliminate ads!!!”
    • “The ads make the game unbearable.”
  • graphics317 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for being clean, simple, and easy to read, enhancing the overall gameplay experience without unnecessary distractions. Many users appreciate the clarity and functionality of the visuals, noting that they contribute positively to learning and strategy development. While some reviews mention that the graphics could be improved or are somewhat basic, the consensus is that they effectively support the game's mechanics and user interface.

    • “Great graphics, UI, statistics, very robust cribbage app.”
    • “The graphics are clean, clear, and crisp.”
    • “Excellent graphics and layout.”
    • “The graphics on the game are horrible.”
    • “Graphics are not great and a bit glitchy.”
    • “I would have given it 5 stars but I think the graphics and the eye appeal were a little lacking.”
  • gameplay135 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, responsiveness, and engaging mechanics, making it enjoyable for both beginners and experienced players. While some users noted issues with AI behavior and occasional bugs, the majority appreciated the minimal interference from ads and the helpful analysis features that enhance the gaming experience. Despite some criticisms regarding randomness and difficulty balance, the gameplay remains a strong point of the game, with many finding it a valuable tool for improving their skills.

    • “Gameplay is delightfully fluid; the pace of the game is perfect and there are no annoying pop-ups!”
    • “The gameplay is amazing and it combines a second attribute to the game, where it shows you analytics about missed points in the match, and how to improve.”
    • “The gameplay is fast and smooth, and the robust feedback has improved my game significantly.”
    • “I've read quite a few reviews stating that the gameplay is frustrating as the AI deals itself great hands.”
    • “Cards are not randomized, biased gameplay.”
    • “Unfair, at pro level no matter what you play the computer always has the right card no matter what, makes for very boring gameplay when the computer wins every time!!!!”
  • stability52 mentions

    Overall, user feedback on the game's stability is mixed. While many players report a smooth experience with no glitches or bugs, some have encountered issues such as freezing, card display problems, and occasional crashes. The consensus suggests that while the game is generally stable, there are notable bugs that can disrupt gameplay for some users.

    • “Absolutely no glitches or slow performance.”
    • “Really smooth gameplay, and no glitches so far.”
    • “It's an awesome game and well made app, no glitches and no ads, I love it!!!”
    • “Good gameplay, but the app is buggy: card faces occasionally display as ads, so you can't see what the numbers actually are.”
    • “The app freezes occasionally when you get to 29 points in the count and you have to close it and no way of reporting it.”
    • “Love the game but it freezes up every hand... uninstalling now because I can't play.”
  • optimization26 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game is well-optimized, running smoothly without glitches or performance issues, and is free from disruptive advertisements. The optimization features, such as the hand analyzer and performance tracking, are praised for enhancing gameplay and helping players improve their skills. However, some users suggest that additional settings for graphics optimization could further enhance the experience.

    • “The card optimization feature has helped me learn more and more which is the best card to drop into the crib.”
    • “It not only teaches you where all the points come from but where you could have optimized your points at the end.”
    • “Love the optimization review to help me get better and reassure I'm making the right play.”
    • “And when the analyzer says that I'm playing optimized hands at the pro level, I will still lose a disproportionate number of games by more than 20 points.”
    • “Plays very well but needs more optimization via settings for graphics, especially.”
    • “Needs a means of tracking performance over the long term to see if you've improved.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive music and sound effects, allowing for a more focused gameplay experience. However, several users expressed a desire for optional background music or sound effects to enhance the overall atmosphere, suggesting that while the quietness is a strength, some auditory elements could improve enjoyment. Overall, the game is praised for its simplicity and functionality, but the lack of music is noted as a potential area for improvement.

    • “Its fun to have a celebration song when you win!”
    • “Great with a little classical music.”
    • “Fun to play but it could use some music 🎶.”
    • “It's almost odd, but this is the first game I've ever played with no sound effects or music, even as an option.”
    • “Overall good, but lacking music.”
    • “Good game...flows well...would be better with some kind of background music.”
  • humor14 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing to guess the computer's card choices and enjoying the lighthearted moments that arise during gameplay. However, some users express frustration with perceived cheating and suboptimal plays, which detracts from the fun. Overall, the game is described as funny and entertaining, often evoking nostalgia and laughter among family and friends.

    • “Still fun and funny guessing what great cards the computer is coming up with next.”
    • “I find it funny you are wanting me to optimize my opponent's crib by giving them better cards!”
    • “Its funny to play and I like the critique afterwards.”
    • “Also, the suboptimal is so messed up it's not funny.”
    • “Warning, this game cheats so much it's not funny.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and confusing, particularly criticizing the cumbersome card tapping sequence for scoring. Many express a desire for a more efficient method of entering scores, especially at higher levels of play, as the current system slows down the overall experience.

    • “Weird way to score; it really needs a way of entering the score as a number, not some tedious and confusing card tapping sequence.”
    • “Would be even better if, when playing at the pro level, I didn't have to wait for the tedious scoring in such detail.”
    • “Both automatic and manual counting of points are tediously slow.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game lacks a traditional narrative, featuring no story elements, characters, or quests, which some players find makes the experience cleaner and more focused.

    • “It doesn't have any story, no cartoon characters, etc., which are distracting.”
    • “No quests to gain coins to sidetrack you.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Users highlight the game's high replayability, noting its quick playtime of just a minute and the usefulness of the hand analyzer, which enhances the experience and encourages repeated play.

    • “The hand analyzer is very useful, and the game has tons of replayability.”
    • “It only takes a minute to play, and is very replayable.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics really diminishes replayability.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game heartwarming, particularly appreciating the joyful celebration, like the little happy dance, that occurs upon winning.

    • “The little happy dance when you win is heartwarming.”
    • “The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, leaving me in tears.”
    • “Every choice I made had a profound impact on the outcome, making me reflect on my own emotions.”
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