Crossmath - Math Puzzle Games | Game Brain

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Crossmath is a math puzzle game designed for brain training and relaxation. It features various crossmath puzzles that require mathematical skills and logical thinking to solve. Players can improve their arithmetic ability and enjoy a fun, challenging gameplay experience.

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

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,540 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization691 negative mentions

The game provides a fun and challenging way to practice math skills, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
Players appreciate the ability to choose difficulty levels, allowing for a tailored experience that can be both relaxing and stimulating.
Many users find the game helpful for keeping their minds sharp and improving their mental math abilities.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, with many players reporting an ad after every single puzzle, which disrupts the gameplay experience.
Some users have experienced technical issues, such as the game freezing or crashing after ads, leading to frustration.
There are complaints about misleading advertising, with some users stating that the game was promoted as ad-free, yet they encountered numerous ads.

monetization
723 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive nature of the ads. Many players report being forced to watch long, unskippable ads after nearly every game, which disrupts gameplay and leads to frustration. While some users acknowledge the need for ads to support a free app, the overwhelming frequency and deceptive advertising claims regarding ad-free experiences have resulted in numerous uninstalls and negative reviews.
- “Excellent game, but very wrong to lie in the ad that there are no ads.”
- “Fun game, and no ads which is a plus!”
- “Great game for polishing up basic math skills... another plus is no ads, as of now...”
- “The game is fun, but I spend more time watching ads than actually playing.”
- “I understand the need for ads, but the frequency and length of them are excessive and ruin the experience.”
- “I loved the game, but the sheer number of ads makes it impossible to enjoy.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay is generally described as entertaining and enjoyable, featuring simple mechanics and engaging math puzzles that provide a satisfying experience. However, many users express frustration over the excessive amount of ads, which significantly detracts from the overall gameplay experience, leading to a poor ratio of gameplay to ad time. While some find the ads manageable and not overly intrusive, the consensus suggests that the ad frequency negatively impacts the enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is undeniably entertaining, with engaging gameplay and a delightful aesthetic.”
- “The gameplay is also pretty simple, and yes it is math, which can be stressful, but gives you that shot of dopamine when you get those green lines when you get something correct.”
- “Gameplay is well executed and enjoyable.”
- “1 minute of gameplay, 3 minutes of ads just seems horrible to me.”
- “If you like ads with little to no actual gameplay, this is for you!”
- “Ratio of gameplay to ads is not good.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics of the game are described as simplistic, aligning with its brain game genre, which some players appreciate for its straightforward aesthetic. However, there are calls for improvement, suggesting that incorporating enhancements from other genres could elevate the visual experience. Overall, while the graphics serve their purpose, there is a desire for more engaging and polished visuals.
- “This game is undeniably entertaining, with engaging gameplay and a delightful aesthetic.”
- “Good graphics.”
- “The graphics are simplistic, which is expected of these brain games.”
- “I get pretty frustrated when I am inundated with these ads that have fake 'x's or odd placements to close them out and get you to tap on them through fat fingers or deceptive graphics.”
- “For example, take some graphics and video enhancements from other games, maybe like match, adventure, or action games, and incorporate them into this one.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, users report mixed experiences regarding stability; while some enjoy the daily puzzles without glitches, others encounter significant issues such as mathematical errors and frequent advertising glitches that necessitate force-stopping the app.
- “I've only been playing the daily puzzles, but they've been fun with no glitches!”
- “At least it's not buggy.”
- “Apparently, it is buggy with spyware or something.”
- “This game has several mathematical glitches that can't be solved.”
- “The advertising constantly glitches, resulting in having to force stop the app to reload when this happens.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music in the game is often described as an annoying and repetitive rock loop that can be disruptive, especially when combined with loud ads that interrupt gameplay. Players express frustration over the inability to turn off the music and the interference caused by ads, which not only disrupt their experience but also override any personal music they may be playing. Overall, the music and ad integration detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Fun game, but I wish you could turn off the music that suddenly starts playing.”
- “I was quietly playing along tonight and all of a sudden, while I'm trying to do a formula, an ad starts blaring music and an announcer is shouting ads at me.”
- “The annoying repetitive 'rock music loop' is still there, but I've discovered that by force stopping the app, I can make it go away for a while.”
- “The ads take too long to clear, and they turn off my music when they're playing.”
- “I was quietly playing along tonight, and all of a sudden, while I'm trying to do a formula, an ad starts blaring music and an announcer is shouting ads at me.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as they are often faced with an overwhelming number of easy puzzles that detract from the overall experience. The repetitive nature of these levels, combined with lengthy advertisements, makes the grind feel unnecessarily drawn out and frustrating.
- “The events get a bit tedious as a result, as you are just inundated with a lot of very easy puzzles.”
- “Having to plow through umpteen easy levels for the odd interesting game is beyond tedious.”
- “Tediously long-winded three-tap adverts make anything but just doing expert level puzzles a complete waste of time.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is hindered by frequent interruptions from ads after completing quests, which disrupts the overall flow and enjoyment. While the game itself is considered good, players express frustration with unnecessary side quests and the excessive ad presence.
- “I don't need all the side quests and nonsense.”
- “It's a good game, but the ads are annoying. After you finish the missions, they bring you to frustrating ads.”
- “It destroys the rhythm of the game when you are trying to complete a quest and get an ad after every puzzle.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is generally solid, with smooth performance for the majority of playtime; however, players have reported occasional lag and performance issues, particularly after extended sessions or after a certain number of games.
- “Runs smoothly most of the time, but does 'stick' every 100 games or so.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game itself is considered satisfactory, the overwhelming presence of intrusive ads significantly detracts from the overall emotional experience, causing frustration and interrupting player engagement.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted as both interesting and funny, contributing to an enjoyable experience that feels reminiscent of spending time with a close friend. Players appreciate the lighthearted and entertaining nature of the gameplay, particularly in the context of math puzzles.
- “A very interesting and funny experience.”
- “A fun math puzzle game with very funny gameplay that brings cool, happy times, just like being with my best friend!”