Cyber Dude: Dev Tycoon
- October 3, 2019
- Homa
- 12h median play time
"Cyber Dude: Dev Tycoon" is a simulation game that offers an epic idle adventure with a good plot and engaging gameplay. The splendid visuals bring the game to life, allowing you to build a corporation and even conquer Mars. However, be prepared for numerous ads that may disrupt your experience. As the game says, become the next genius and rise to power in this immersive tycoon simulation.
Reviews
- The game has a fun and addictive gameplay loop that keeps players engaged.
- The graphics and art style are appealing, making the game visually enjoyable.
- It's a decent idle clicker with a straightforward concept that can be played casually.
- The game is riddled with forced ads that disrupt gameplay and can be frustrating.
- Progression can feel slow and tedious, especially with the frequent ad interruptions.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder the overall experience, such as not receiving rewards or the game crashing.
- monetization504 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of forced ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that even after purchasing ad removal options, they still encounter frequent ads, which detracts from the overall experience and makes progression feel heavily reliant on watching ads. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the consensus is that the sheer volume of mandatory ads is excessive and frustrating, leading to a negative impact on gameplay enjoyment.
“I must say it really great clicker game there are no ads and overall fun!”
“Its easy to gain money, there are no ads, and it is incredibly fun to play when offline!”
“I love this game so much there's no ads and it's so simple!”
“The game is entertaining and I only uninstalled for one reason: the ads.”
“Forced ads on every level up and then some, ad tsunami starts right after they hook you in with the tutorial.”
“This game is a desperate cash grab for ad revenue.”
- graphics58 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the sleek, clean, and modern art style reminiscent of infographics. While some found the graphics appealing and well-designed, others criticized them as simplistic or lacking detail. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, although the presence of frequent ads detracts from it for some players.
“I have to say, I do like the art style and the overall gameplay.”
“They did a very good job with the graphics as they are very pleasing and the game stays consistently interesting and fun.”
“The graphics are great but it's hard for me to upgrade and new homes.”
“Graphics are decent, vector characters like something from an infographics YouTube video.”
“The game's graphics or artwork is not very good.”
“Boring is an understatement, graphics look like a business PowerPoint, just reeks corporate.”
- gameplay57 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and enjoyable, with sleek graphics and a smooth user interface. However, many players express frustration over the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the experience, making it feel repetitive and hindering progress. While some appreciate the idle mechanics and fair earning potential, others find the gameplay dull and lacking innovation, leading to a mixed overall reception.
“The gameplay is simple, the graphics are sleek, and the mechanics scale nicely so it does not feel like a grind.”
“Its art style is clean and smooth, won't lag on low-end devices, and the gameplay is so fun!”
“Great game so far, really enjoying the gameplay, ease of the game and non-intrusive adverts.”
“There are so many ads that it's not just annoying anymore; it properly slows down gameplay and massively hinders the experience - especially with the 'optional' ads.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is ruined by mass amounts of advertising.”
“Honestly a very mediocre tycoon game; things seemed to hit a wall very early and the core gameplay and upgrade loops were just not satisfying at all.”
- story31 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, primarily revolving around repetitive missions and quests that quickly run out, leading to boredom for players. While some users appreciate the game's mechanics and find it enjoyable initially, many express frustration over the limited narrative and the absence of engaging side quests or a compelling backstory. Overall, the need for more diverse missions and a richer storyline is a common request among players.
“This game is great for not only the quality but the story as well along with the articulation and game function.”
“The game is just neat! I like the plot of it. Keep up the good work.”
“Everything is easy and fun, and prestiging and completing quests makes the experience way better.”
“An attractive tapping game, but I have reached level 45 and I have no more missions to accomplish, so the game starts to be boring after that.”
“Very pitiful experience for such a low-quality tap-only game with no storyboard behind.”
“Game isn't unplayable, but without the direction of the missions, it is boring.”
- stability11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 64 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed, with some users reporting frequent freezes and glitches, particularly related to ads and in-game mechanics. While many players enjoy the game and find it entertaining, they express a desire for fewer ads and improved performance. However, a notable number of reviews highlight a smooth experience with minimal bugs, indicating that stability may vary among users.
“It's a cool app; you can play it offline and online, and it's pretty fun too with no glitches at all.”
“So far, it's a really good game with no glitches and fast performance.”
“There are no glitches or bugs; it's a great game to play.”
“Game freezes during play, way too many ads that also freeze, couldn't click for income and not getting idle income.”
“It is a very entertaining game but has a lot of ads and it also glitches and the tapping to get money won't work now so I can only get money from the drone and the vacuum thing.”
“Good game, could use more missions and not be that buggy but it's pretty good overall.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features a significant amount of grinding, which some players find enjoyable, especially if they appreciate clicker mechanics. While it avoids becoming overly tedious, there are concerns about the potential loss of progress, suggesting a need for better save options. Overall, it appeals to fans of grind-heavy gameplay but may feel repetitive to others.
“All I'm asking is to install a 'Are you sure?' menu or something so I don't feel like all my hard work and grinding is so easy to disappear in this game.”
“I genuinely like the game, but it's super grindy, and not much going on.”
“If you like grindy clicker games, this game is for you.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the overall experience with its cool and ambient qualities. However, players express a desire for more variety, suggesting options to change songs or integrate external music sources like Spotify, as the current tracks can become monotonous over time.
“I love the music and the various upgrades and purchases you can make.”
“Good tap tap game with cool ambient music; adding more music options would enhance the experience, as the music can become monotonous over time. Salute to the developers and gamers!”
“I wish there was an option to change the song or add some from Spotify or something.”
“Listening to the music just adds to the experience.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable. However, some users criticize the presence of bugs and the high cost of a microtransaction to skip ads, which they find hilariously overpriced. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, but it is somewhat overshadowed by these issues.
“Hilariously overpriced 'skip forced ads' microtransaction sitting at 11 dollars with no cheaper option.”
“Funny game, but still has some bugs.”
“Funny, I really like it and have been playing it for a long time, more than other games like this.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game suffers from poor optimization, particularly due to excessive ads between levels, which disrupts gameplay. Additionally, performance issues arise when tapping quickly, especially with vibration enabled.
“There are too many ads (especially between levels), and I've been experiencing terrible performance when tapping really fast with vibration on.”
“The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent lag and crashes during gameplay.”
“I often encounter frame drops and stuttering, which severely impacts the overall experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the character development in the game lacks depth, suggesting that both the characters and the plot could benefit from more intricate and nuanced storytelling.
“The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
“There is a significant need for more depth in both character development and plot.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game.”