Diamond City: Idle Tycoon

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"Diamond City" is a city-building game that allows players to construct the city of the future. Develop and manage infrastructure, public services, and residential areas, while balancing economic growth and social welfare. With advanced technology and customization options, create a sustainable and thriving metropolis in a dynamic, evolving environment.

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Play Modes

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

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,049 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

monetization135 negative mentions

The game has cute graphics and enjoyable gameplay.
It offers a fun experience for idle game enthusiasts.
Players appreciate the potential for earning rewards through ad viewing.

The game is plagued by excessive forced ads that disrupt gameplay.
Many users report frequent crashes and connectivity issues, making it unplayable.
Progression is slow and often requires real money to advance, leading to frustration.

monetization
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
1%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive ad placements, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in a free-to-play model, the frequency and forced nature of these ads have led to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Additionally, the cost to remove ads is considered too high by many, further exacerbating the negative sentiment towards the game's monetization approach.
- “The problem is the 'forced' portion of the ads, not the ads themselves.”
- “I even paid for no ads and it freezes up, not allowing me to enjoy the game.”
- “So much fun and addicting once you buy the no ads.”
- “Omg there are so many ads... and yes, you can pay $12 to remove the ads, but this is such a miserable experience - extorting users isn't the way. I understand the need for ads in a free game, but I make 3 actions and get an ad... another 3 actions... ad... and so forth. Thank you for considering changing the frequency of the forced autoplay ads.”
- “The amount of ads this game has is just annoying. I understand having ads means revenue, but just by roaming around, not even interacting with buildings, forces me to watch an ad.”
- “It's impossible to exit the advertisements half the time. I keep pressing the 'x' at the top corner of the screen and nothing happens, or there is no 'x', and I get redirected to the Play Store. The only way to exit them is to press the back button on my device and exit the whole game, then re-enter it to continue where I left off.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and issues following updates that render it nearly unplayable. Many players express frustration over the constant need to force close the game and the inability to enjoy gameplay due to these persistent bugs. Overall, the experience is marred by instability, leading to a recommendation to seek alternatives.
- “The problem is that the game freezes, meaning that I have to force close it and reload the game constantly, making it pretty much unplayable at this point.”
- “Now there's been an update and suddenly the game doesn't open or it freezes within 20 seconds of opening then closes.”
- “It constantly freezes, closes, and crashes; absolutely terrible experience!”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
8%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cuteness and colorful design, with many users highlighting the appealing art style. However, some players feel that the graphics could be improved to look more realistic, and a few have noted that the overall quality varies. Despite mixed opinions, the majority appreciate the visual aesthetics, contributing to the game's fun atmosphere.
- “The graphics are wonderful.”
- “Amazing graphics!”
- “Great graphics, love the game! 😁😁😁😁”
- “Graphics are not great, instructions are bad as well.”
- “Extra ads should be removed and the graphics should be more realistic.”
- “As an original former PlayStation tycoon, this game features a younger version with HHC-type circular artwork that rounds for a colorful interface.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is heavily criticized for being marred by frequent and intrusive ads, which disrupt the experience and detract from the enjoyment of the idle management mechanics. Many users feel that the game prioritizes monetization over genuine fun, leading to a generic and frustrating experience.
- “Optional gameplay”
- “I love idle management games, but this one is clearly designed to just get money rather than have genuinely fun gameplay.”
- “It spoils the gameplay by showing an ad every few seconds and even when you tap to do stuff.”
- “And ads meant to reward not pop out of nowhere and disturb the gameplay.”
- “Has forced ads that interrupt gameplay.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The reviews reflect a mixed reception regarding the game's story aspect. While some players appreciate the narrative and enjoy the storytelling elements, others criticize the lack of a defined plot and express frustration over gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “I like the narrative of the game and I like following the narrator's story.”
- “Just love the interface and the story of building a city.”
- “Enjoyed this game; however, it is no longer playable as quests indicate leveling up the 'casino,' yet I cannot find where it is or where to build anywhere.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its quality, likening it to that of a good Sims game, others express frustration over the lack of a functional mute button and a desire for more musical content. Overall, the soundtrack is generally well-received, but improvements are needed in accessibility and variety.
- “The song sounds like it belongs on a good Sims game (not 4) and not just a mobile game.”
- “Nice, I love it and the music is great! 🥰”
- “The game is great; adding some music would be nice.”
- “Good game so far, however: 3 of the 4 menu buttons on the top right don't work, including the mute button, which is annoying when you want to play and listen to music.”
- “The game is great, but it needs some music; that would be nice.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game is generally praised, with users reporting nice performance throughout their gameplay experience.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it run seamlessly across various platforms.”
- “The game's optimization really enhances the overall experience, ensuring that frame rates remain stable during intense moments.”