Cut the Rope GOLD

Cut the Rope GOLD is a puzzle game with amazing mechanics and fantastic visuals, accompanied by good music. The game features the lovable Om Nom and its goal is to feed him candy by cutting ropes and collecting stars. Despite its humor and charm, it can be disappointing due to the presence of bugs and ads. According to the game, it's an award-winning game where you cut ropes, catch a star, and feed Om Nom candy.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,982 reviews

graphics144 positive mentions

monetization294 negative mentions

monetization
364 mentions
12 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
81 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the low $1 price for an ad-free experience, while others express frustration over the presence of ads and in-app purchases in the paid version. Users who opted for the paid version expected a completely ad-free experience, but numerous complaints highlight the introduction of ads and microtransactions, leading to feelings of betrayal among loyal customers. Overall, while some players find value in the ad-free gameplay, the inclusion of ads in a paid app has significantly tarnished the experience for many.
- “It's great having no ads as you can go from level to level without having to wait for an ad to finish.”
- “Worth the buy for no ads, especially when it's supporting a development team with a fantastic product.”
- “Gold edition has no ads, and the only purchases available are advantage related and totally optional.”
- “I paid for this game just because I hate ads and when I finish the first level comes an ad, that's unacceptable. Please remove the ads for the paid version in the next update!”
- “It's ridiculous for a paid version to have ads. I paid for the game, and am now getting ads.”
- “Paid for this app sometime ago not to see ads. Why are there ads in the paid version of my game?”
graphics
182 mentions
79 % positive mentions
19 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and quality, featuring cute and colorful designs that enhance the overall gameplay experience. Many users highlight the smooth animations and vibrant visuals, which contribute to the game's addictive nature and appeal to players of all ages. While some mention minor issues with resolution on certain devices, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, making the game visually engaging and enjoyable.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “Great graphics, sound, nice puzzles, bit too easy, will be looking for more levels soon.”
- “Brilliant game, simple and nice graphics.”
- “Graphics are blotchy; I have white squares all over the screen. No words or numbers, please fix! I will give 5 stars and a better review if I can see the game!”
- “I have owned this game for quite a bit and haven't had to deal with ads in the game, and low-res graphics to boot.”
- “Removed 1 star because it doesn't support HD graphics on my Galaxy Tab 10.1.”
stability
142 mentions
19 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and force closes across various devices, particularly after updates or during specific levels. While some players have had positive experiences with smooth gameplay, the overwhelming feedback indicates that stability issues detract from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Developers are urged to address these bugs to improve the gaming experience.
- “App works very well, no glitches to report for the paid versions.”
- “And above all runs great on old hardware (Hero 2.3) with no force closes or glitches in the past 2 weeks I have been playing non-stop.”
- “The game loads fast and runs great on the Evo, plus the developers keep their games up to date unlike ngmoco.”
- “It freezes on the loading screen and I have to force close; I don't want to lose my progress, so please fix this.”
- “I love the game, but after I finish a level, it freezes so I can't hit next to go to the next one.”
- “Great game, but it freezes on loading; I have to start two or three times to get the game to start on my Samsung Galaxy S.”
gameplay
111 mentions
68 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its simplicity, addictiveness, and clever mechanics that progressively introduce new challenges, keeping players engaged. Many reviews highlight the game's charming graphics and smooth controls, contributing to a satisfying experience that balances fun and difficulty. While some users note occasional issues like ads or minor technical glitches, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is innovative, enjoyable, and offers a good variety of levels and mechanics.
- “The gameplay is clever and fun, without being too frustrating.”
- “Simple concept, addictive and entertaining gameplay, hours of fun.”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, a nice ramp-up in difficulty and a whole lot of levels.”
- “I have to be positive, I don't want to be but I have to; the only thing is with this game is you get free videos, but the gameplay is a very different story.”
- “Lately it is crashing during gameplay.”
- “But sometimes the lag, and short freezes get in the way of productive gameplay.”
humor
45 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the characters, particularly the cute monster, to be hilarious and endearing. Many reviews highlight the game's funny animations and sound effects, contributing to its addictive and entertaining gameplay. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, making the game enjoyable and memorable for players.
- “Impressive how a simple game with a great but simple design can be so funny, nice and sometimes challenging.”
- “I absolutely love this game; it's hilarious and well worth the 99¢.”
- “It's so funny, and just seeing the monster making faces is very worthy!”
music
28 mentions
32 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as catchy and engaging, but many users express a desire for more variety, noting that the current tracks can become repetitive over time. While the soundtrack complements the vibrant visuals and gameplay, some players experience issues with the music continuing to play even when turned off, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the music adds a nice touch to the game, but improvements in variety and functionality are recommended.
- “The visuals are clean and vibrant, and the music doesn't seem to get old, which is good because it needs to last a while!”
- “Really good game with amazing graphics and engaging music.”
- “Fun to play, nice graphics, and a cool soundtrack.”
- “It would be nice if there was more variety of background music; for example, there could be different music for each box.”
- “It would be only better if there were more than one music during the game, because the one it has is getting a little boring after a while.”
- “Music gets boring with time.”
optimization
21 mentions
57 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews indicate a mixed experience with optimization across various devices. While many players report smooth performance and quick loading times on specific models like the Galaxy Nexus and HTC Desire, others experience lag and crashes, particularly on older or less powerful devices. Some users appreciate recent improvements in performance, but there are still calls for further optimization to enhance gameplay consistency across all platforms.
- “Awesome fun and the only game on Wildfire that runs smoothly.”
- “Perfectly optimized for the Galaxy Nexus!”
- “I was amazed by the performance, as I feared my Galaxy Ace would not perform that great, but it is a very smooth experience.”
- “Not mind paying for extra levels, but not by degrading system performance.”
- “Needs to be optimized.”
- “Poor performance closes all the time.”
replayability
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the new boards and frequent level additions that enhance replay value, others criticize it for lacking depth and long-term engagement after initial completion. Ads for other games have also detracted from the experience for some users.
- “New boards, great replay value.”
- “Plenty of levels and replay value too.”
- “Fun game with great artwork and replayability.”
- “What was once a great game with replay value was ruined by the stupid ads for your other games.”
- “You beat it and it has no replay value.”
- “The main negative in the game is the lack of replay value.”
story
7 mentions
71 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received, with users praising its creativity, engaging narrative, and appealing characters. Many find the storyline enjoyable and entertaining, complemented by good graphics and music. However, some players feel that while the story is strong, the gameplay mechanics need improvement.
- “Beautiful character, animation, story.”
- “Excellent, lots of fun, very cute story line.”
- “The graphics and story are very good too.”
- “I have to be positive; I don't want to be, but I have to. The only thing with this game is you get free videos, but the gameplay is a very different story.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some early levels can feel tedious, the game's evolving challenges keep it engaging and addictive as players progress. Overall, the grind is seen as a necessary part of the experience that enhances the game's appeal.
- “Is an awesome game, but it may get a little bit tedious.”
- “This game is cool, but the early levels are a little tedious; however, as you progress, it does get more challenging.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game has a significant emotional impact, leading to feelings of distress or emotional damage, which lingers even after gameplay. Additionally, the game appears to drain battery life considerably, suggesting an intense engagement that may contribute to its emotional weight.