Cross Stitch: Color by Number

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"Cross-Stitch: Color by Number" is a mobile/tablet game that allows you to enjoy cross-stitching without the need for needles or dealing with pricked fingers. With over 100,000 patterns and new ones released weekly, players can choose from various categories such as animals, art, flowers, and more. The game offers easy-to-use tools, a sandbox coloring book, and a color by numbers feature, making it accessible for all ages. Premium memberships are available for unlimited access to pictures and imports.

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Play Modes

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

Cross Stitch: Color by Number screenshot

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics44 positive mentions

monetization815 negative mentions

monetization
862 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
1%
95%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over forced ads that appear frequently, including during critical moments like completing a picture or when the app is idle. While some appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through ads, the intrusive nature and poor placement of these ads have led to a decline in the overall enjoyment of the game, with several users considering uninstalling it due to the ad saturation.
- “There are little to no ads and it's so satisfying!”
- “I pay for the premium because I can upload my own pictures to do and no ads.”
- “No ads, very relaxing, and beautiful pictures to color/stitch.”
- “The ads have gotten out of control, and they’ve taken away a lot of the pattern collections they used to have.”
- “I used to love this game, but the bombardment of ads has made it really difficult to play.”
- “I love this game, but just today ads started popping up over the undo and main menu buttons.”
graphics
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
35%
4%
The graphics in the game receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, detail, and overall aesthetic appeal. While some mention minor issues such as ads interrupting the experience or the need for better navigation controls, the vibrant colors and cute designs contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm and user satisfaction.
- “Fantastic graphics 👍 and really enjoyable to complete.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the pictures.”
- “Excellent, relaxing app with beautiful graphics!!!”
- “I must admit that the graphics aren't the best, but the game makes up for it in many other ways.”
- “Graphics could be a little better but this app is so soothing and feels good when you finish your piece.”
- “Lost all artwork during a device transfer.”
stability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting persistent freezing, glitches, and crashes, particularly during ad playback. Many players experience the need to force close the app or reinstall it to resolve these issues, leading to frustration and a negative impact on gameplay. While some users note improvements after updates, the overall consensus indicates that stability remains a significant concern.
- “No glitches, not a lot of ads, and lots of awesome pictures to cross stitch!”
- “That way, there are no glitches with it being applied manually.”
- “From time to time, the game freezes or goes blank on some advertisements, and you need to reinstall the game to fix it.”
- “I really liked the game until it stopped working properly (glitches, stopped loading).”
- “The game freezes too often, causing you to make mistakes.”
music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
71%
7%
The music aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the ability to listen to their own music while playing, which enhances the relaxing experience. However, frequent audio ads disrupt this enjoyment, leading to frustration among users who desire a more seamless audio experience. Additionally, there are requests for the inclusion of calming background music within the game itself to complement the gameplay.
- “This game is absolutely wonderful, the cross stick effect makes it look so much cuter than the normal effect. It's so calming and relaxing to play this game, especially when you can listen to some calming music while coloring. I rate it a 10/10.”
- “I love this app; it is so relaxing and I can get lost in thought as I do it. I highly recommend it to those who like to think and listen to music or audiobooks.”
- “It's great but I wish there was music and sound. It is much better when you're doing it while listening to music.”
- “You can't listen to music or watch videos while playing because it pops an audio ad every 15 seconds.”
- “One ad seems to annoy me with blaring audio. I play this game while listening to music or podcasts and put it on a high volume, so when the ad comes up, it's so loud and overshadows the other audio that I have going. I can't even mute the ad or decline seeing it.”
- “I can't listen to my book or music without it being interrupted every 5 seconds with an ad.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
40%
15%
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by smooth controls and a relaxing experience, though some users express frustration with intrusive ads and occasional freezing issues. While many appreciate the simplicity and design, there are calls for more user-friendly mechanics and concerns about monetization practices that detract from the enjoyment.
- “The controls and gameplay are both on point, and there are not a lot of spam ads popping up on your screen, which I love!”
- “The gameplay is super smooth and non-glitchy or laggy.”
- “Beautiful, relaxing gameplay.”
- “When viewing an ad to gain 60 coins on the game screen, the app freezes and I must force close the app to be able to continue gameplay.”
- “When the ads start to interfere with gameplay, I stop playing.”
- “I don't mind ads, but when they're obstructing the gameplay, I'm not happy.”
grinding
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The aspect of "grinding" in this game is frequently described as tedious, requiring significant patience and time investment. While some players find the repetitive nature therapeutic and enjoyable, many express frustration with the monotony and reliance on in-game purchases to alleviate the grind. Overall, the experience can be rewarding but may become tiresome for those seeking quicker progression.
- “It is a very tedious therapeutic game in which you just tap.”
- “Over time, it can get a bit tedious if you don't know where you left off within a set.”
- “Too reliant on in-game purchasing, the coloring is way too tedious.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
91%
27%
Users find the humor in the game to be a mix of lightheartedness and irony, often highlighting its amusing nature and the unexpected concept of a cross-stitching app. While many appreciate the funny elements and easygoing gameplay, some express frustration with the ad experience, which they find ironically humorous. Overall, the humor is seen as a key aspect that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
- “I love it, it is very funny and the pictures you have to fill in are very easy to follow.”
- “Funny and easy to just relax with.”
- “The fact there is a cross-stitching app is funny!”
- “This game is not funny at all.”
- “The humor feels forced and falls flat.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the app's mechanics, particularly the intrusive ad system that disrupts their experience and the sensitivity of touch controls, which detracts from the intended relaxing nature of the game. The emotional response is largely negative, leading some to uninstall the app due to these issues. Overall, the updates have diminished the enjoyment and emotional connection users previously had with the app.
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with optimization; while some appreciate the smooth performance and lack of intrusive ads, others experience significant lag and crashes after extended play, suggesting a need for improvements in gameplay mechanics and responsiveness.
- “Runs smoothly with no necessary ads.”
- “Best app around! I've been playing for almost a year, maybe more now, and my only complaint would be to adjust the gameplay or squares into a scroll bar. I can't see very well, and that would improve the performance of this app.”
- “Processes your finger swipes and runs slowly.”
- “Best app around, I've been playing for almost a year, maybe more now, and my only complaint would be to adjust the gameplay or squares into a scroll bar. I can't see very well, and that would improve the performance of this app.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users find the story aspect of the game to be relaxing and enjoyable, highlighting its appeal for mobile play. Overall, the narrative is praised as amazing, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “I think this game is amazing, end of story.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express disappointment in the game's replayability due to the removal of the end animation that showcased the completed picture, which has now been replaced by an ad, diminishing the incentive to replay.
- “I always looked forward to seeing the animation at the end of how the picture was filled in, but now it just sends you straight to an ad, so that experience is completely missed and not replayable!”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's really no incentive to go back. The lack of new content makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game offers no different outcomes or paths, so after finishing it once, there's no reason to play again.”