Doomsday Clicker
- March 23, 2016
- PIKPOK
- 5h median play time
Doomsday Clicker is a simulation game that allows you to build and manage apocalyptic shelters while having the power to destroy the world with the push of a button. With a good story, ingenious game mechanics, and hilarious elements, the game is enjoyable despite some bugs and the disturbance caused by ads. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and make use of the soundtrack to keep you company.
Reviews
- music419 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, humorous, and engaging qualities, with many players highlighting specific songs, particularly the one associated with the doomsday button, as standout features. Reviewers appreciate the original compositions and witty lyrics, which enhance the overall gameplay experience and contribute to the game's addictive nature. Despite some technical issues, the soundtrack is often cited as a primary reason for players' enjoyment and continued engagement with the game.
“The music is just amazing and everything from the voices to the graphics and the many options keep you hooked.”
“The original music is hilarious and catchy!”
“The music is absolutely fantastic.”
“The game itself isn't that exciting but the music and what the little people say when you tap on them is just hilarious.”
“However, after playing it for a few minutes it stops while the music still plays.”
“Just loads and plays music, lame.”
- humor252 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its clever, dark, and quirky comedic elements, including funny characters, catchy and hilarious music, and amusing animations. Many reviews note that the game's humor serves as a delightful distraction, making it an enjoyable time-waster that keeps players laughing throughout their experience. Overall, the combination of witty dialogue and entertaining soundtracks contributes significantly to the game's charm and addictiveness.
“A fun (not just 'fun', but actually fun) and hilarious time waster.”
“The humor in this game is so clever and the odd comedic timing is perfect.”
“This game is absolutely hilarious.”
- monetization141 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and often fail to deliver promised bonuses. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards without mandatory purchases, others feel that the game pushes microtransactions too aggressively, leading to a perception of predatory monetization practices. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the ad frequency and issues with ad rewards detract from the experience for many players.
“Great music, minimal microtransactions, and a fun gameplay loop.”
“The monetization isn't predatory and the game has character; I love the songs that play in the background.”
“While microtransactions will speed up your progress, I have not spent any money and have not hit any walls after two weeks of casual play.”
“The amount of ads is excessive.”
“It was fun at first, but then I needed to watch a lot of ads or save gold from missions to buy boosts. The amount of gold you earn from missions doesn't make sense sometimes, like buying 2 roomies to earn 1 gold when it costs 5 gold for each one. Honestly, the game feels like it's trying to force you to spend real money.”
“Brilliant game ruined by far too many video ads.”
- graphics140 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant art style, attention to detail, and overall charm, contributing significantly to the engaging gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the cute and cartoon-like visuals, although some report occasional graphic glitches and performance issues on certain devices. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“Wow, absolutely one of the best (if not the best) mobile gaming experiences you can have for free. It truly has everything: amazing visuals, a distinct art style, and attention to detail that enhances the experience.”
“The art style is very pleasing and nice to the eyes.”
“Great graphics and smooth gameplay, totally worth playing and addictive!”
“Could use work on graphic glitches and evening out stuff too.”
“Only issue is that the game will slow down and heat up my phone; I'm on an S6, so I wish there was an option to turn down some of the graphics.”
“Uninstalling -_- this is a waste of time and btw I've been reading some reviews too and some people complaining that it's laggy even on newer devices for the 2D graphics which even I could agree too; I bet this is poorly coded pffftt...”
- stability117 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and crashes during gameplay, often occurring shortly after launching the app. Many players have experienced persistent bugs that disrupt their experience, leading to frustration and repeated attempts to reinstall the game without resolution. While some users find the game enjoyable and addictive, the overwhelming consensus is that it requires urgent fixes to address its stability problems.
“Great game, so far no glitches.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I've experienced consistent performance throughout my playtime.”
“The game freezes constantly upon startup and in the middle of playing.”
“This game sucks. I have uninstalled and reinstalled several times trying to get past all the bugs. As soon as the game loads, it freezes immediately, the screen will turn black, or it closes. I tried restarting my phone and cleared the cache; nothing helps.”
“Now I can't even open it and get to playing before it freezes on me.”
- gameplay68 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and addictive mechanics, with many users appreciating the unique task fulfillment system and engaging graphics. However, several reviews highlight significant issues such as frequent crashes, lag, and optimization problems that detract from the overall experience. While the core gameplay is enjoyable, some players find it repetitive over time and express a desire for more variety and stability.
“Fun gameplay loop - a clever and unique gameplay loop that allows you to set tasks and fulfill them in your unique way, effortless flow from task to task. 10/10”
“Great graphics and smooth gameplay, totally worth playing and addictive!”
“Very addictive gameplay and a good time killer.”
“The game keeps closing after about three minutes of gameplay.”
“Positives: great graphics --- neutral: great music but low quantity of it --- negatives: huge optimization issues; frequent framerate dips and overheats device (Samsung Galaxy S5), bland gameplay.”
“It's a cute game with simple enough mechanics and decent enough graphics and sound, but once you've played it for a few hours, that's it, you've pretty much seen about as much as you're going to see, only repackaged versions of more of the same stuff is to come.”
- optimization43 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism from users, with many reporting severe performance issues such as lag, crashes, and memory leaks, even on high-end devices. While players enjoy the gameplay and graphics, the persistent optimization problems detract from the overall experience, leading to requests for urgent improvements. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to enhance performance and user enjoyment.
“Great game and great graphics and great performance and great quality.”
“The game is super fun, but it's terribly optimized.”
“It is intuitive enough that it still requires some thought and calculation if one wants to optimize performance, but provides absolutely no penalty for not doing so, giving the game an insanely casual and non-intensive feel.”
“It's a lot of fun and a good way to pass the time; however, this game has some serious performance issues.”
“The game is poorly optimized currently and is the worst performing thing that has ever been on my Note 3.”
“The game seems to be a great clicker, but it's so poorly optimized.”
- story32 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun and engaging narrative, complemented by appealing graphics and music. However, others criticize the lack of depth and coherence in the storyline, noting that certain quests feel pointless or frustrating. Overall, while many enjoy the lighthearted and silly aspects of the story, others find it lacking in substance and clarity.
“Great art, I love the story.”
“Behind the blingy UI, awe-inspiring music, appealing graphics, and intriguing gameplay lies a deep, dark story that is true as it's being told.”
“I'm a sucker for a balanced clicker game, especially with such a fun backstory and creative artwork.”
“Have potential, but lame story with beautiful graphics and good funny music.”
“It's pointless, no story really.”
“No story at all, just click to have profit.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the repetitive nature and see it as a fun way to engage with the game, others find it tedious and feel pressured to pay for progress. The grind can be enjoyable for those who appreciate the mechanics, but it can also lead to frustration and a sense of futility for some players.
“Getting up and over the 'undecillion' hump seems tediously impossible, and the tight, greedy grip they keep on the good bars makes me feel more pressured to pay up than to just enjoy.”
“The lag and tedious clicking for room upgrades every wipe is almost unbearable.”
“Which equates to futile grinding and effectively nothing more than just lost time.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting moments of frustration due to technical issues like overheating and loading screen problems, but also noting positive feelings of control and enjoyment, describing it as "good wholesome fun." Overall, the emotional experience is a blend of irritation and satisfaction.
“Good wholesome fun”
“Made me feel in control when I was mad”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The reviews present a mixed perspective on replayability; while some users find the game lacks replay value and becomes boring quickly, others highlight its significant replayability, suggesting a divide in player experiences.
“This game has a lot of replay value.”
“No replayability; it just gets really boring.”
“Would earn 4 or 5 if it were playable.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with users highlighting it as a surprisingly enjoyable aspect that enhances the overall experience.
“Surprisingly fun package with great atmosphere!”