Dropdom - Jewel Blast | Game Brain — video game discovery

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Dropdom - Jewel Blast is a puzzle game designed for adults, featuring moveable jewel blocks. It boasts of good gameplay, outstanding visuals, and plenty of humor, but is hindered by frequent ads and bugs that negatively impact the experience. Overall, it's a visually appealing game that could be enjoyable if not for the technical issues and intrusive ads.

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

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

music15 positive mentions

monetization1.5k negative mentions

monetization
1,525 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing, with ads appearing after every game, loss, or even during gameplay. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, they overwhelmingly agree that the frequency and length of ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment and playability of the game, with many calling for an option to pay for an ad-free experience.
- “Very little or no ads.”
- “Great game and no ads.”
- “No ads in this game whereas some games have plenty of ads and it is disturbing.”
- “I do not mind ads since this has become the only way apparently for these devs to make money, but to keep this game unplayable to suck people in just to watch ads is just a scam!”
- “Impossible RNG; the game bends you over a table and forces you to watch ads all day because it won't give you any puzzle pieces after the like 7th puzzle. This game didn't want people to play and is a sad cash grab.”
- “The game is fun but the ads are far too intrusive, making it impossible to enjoy.”
music
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
78%
10%
The music aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users frustrated that the app interrupts their background music or audio whenever it is opened or when ads play. While some players appreciate the in-game music, they express a strong desire for the ability to listen to their own music or podcasts simultaneously. Overall, the lack of options to mute the game's audio without affecting other media has led to a significant number of complaints.
- “Everything about this game is peaceful and relaxing: the music, the assembly of puzzle pieces, and even the block game itself.”
- “Nice game, pleasant music, very beautiful and animated puzzles!”
- “Best puzzle game ever.. soothing music.. lovable”
- “All of a sudden, there is an annoying background song that plays on repeat that won't be silenced without closing the game?!?”
- “I can't play my own music in the background, which sucks!!”
- “The most annoying thing with this game is that the game keeps pausing my music for no apparent reason.”
gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
54%
14%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and engaging, while others criticize it for being repetitive, interrupted by excessive ads, and having mechanics that don't align well with user input. Many users noted that the game could be fun but is marred by issues such as poor control responsiveness and the introduction of frustrating puzzle mechanics. Overall, while there are elements of good gameplay, the frequent interruptions and design flaws detract significantly from the experience.
- “The gameplay is awesome and is a blast to play.”
- “Great gameplay.”
- “I like that it had two different puzzle type gameplay.”
- “It sucks to have to wait for the gameplay to finish before you can make your next move.”
- “Why make a game where the mechanics don't match with your finger movements and you can't clear tiles until they've already reached the top?”
- “Good idea, hampered by poor gameplay and a sea of ads.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and glitches, particularly during ads and tutorials. The scoring system is described as inconsistent and buggy, detracting from the overall experience. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, especially after recent updates that seem to exacerbate these issues.
- “Instead of adding things to the game that make no sense and that nobody asked for, it would be nice to have a game that isn't buggy.”
- “No glitches either.”
- “No glitches either.”
- “But the scoring system is inconsistent and buggy.”
- “Game freezes too much and is rigged so the player doesn't get to play long.”
- “Newest update caused the game to be unplayable with all the ads and Google popup ads which freeze the game.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
39%
10%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the vibrant artwork and smooth animations, while others express disappointment in the quality compared to advertisements and the impact of ads on gameplay. Some users highlight the game's appealing colors and aesthetics, but there are also criticisms regarding the inconsistency in graphics quality and the limitations in gameplay due to commercial interruptions.
- “The animations of the puzzles were super cute, and I loved all the artwork.”
- “The artwork is good and has a good balance of varied subject matter.”
- “Awesome graphics, great to play.”
- “Jewel Blast by Top Puzzle Master is the same thing but of higher quality in the graphics and sound design department.”
- “The visuals are not there.”
- “Ad shows different graphics (wooden)... after installation, graphics are different.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
94%
17%
Overall, users find the game to be quite humorous, often describing it as "very funny" and enjoyable to play. However, some players express frustration with excessive advertisements and technical issues that detract from the experience. Despite these drawbacks, the humor remains a highlight for many, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “The game is funny; unfortunately, the amount of advertising videos is overwhelming.”
- “Just funny to play, and lose time.”
- “Very good and very funny game.”
- “It's not a funny game anymore; I regret updating to this version!”
- “The humor feels forced and falls flat throughout the game.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The lack of a compelling story leads to a quick sense of boredom for some players, who feel that a narrative could enhance the experience. While the atmosphere and puzzle design can create an engaging world, many users express a desire for structured missions or achievements to provide more direction and purpose.
- “It's easy to tune the world out while playing and just enjoy the atmosphere, or get lost in the world/story that the puzzles create.”
- “But because there is no story attached, it gets boring very quickly.”
- “I can see how a story about a jewel with different stages and goals could really make this game special.”
- “Easy to tune the world out while playing and just enjoy the atmosphere, or get lost in the world/story that the puzzles create.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often boring, particularly as they progress and the points earned feel insufficient for the effort required. While the game can be enjoyable, the repetitive nature of grinding detracts from its relaxing qualities, leading to frustration.
- “Made it to 2.8k points and I find it rather tedious to continue.”
- “That makes the game tedious, and it is no longer relaxing.”
- “Not nearly enough points per score, making the game very tedious and boring.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for causing performance issues on devices, with users noting that closing the app improves overall phone functionality. Additionally, there are concerns that the game prioritizes ad display over smooth gameplay, detracting from its potential.
- “If I close the app completely, my phone runs smoothly again, and it only happens in this app.”
- “The game has quite good potential, but it is optimized for showing you as many ads as possible.”
- “It just didn't run smoothly on my phone.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is immersive, allowing players to either fully engage with the world and its narrative or to simply enjoy the ambiance while solving puzzles.
- “It's easy to tune the world out while playing and just enjoy the atmosphere, or get lost in the world and story that the puzzles create.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The game's sound design and visuals work together to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that draws you in.”