Dub Dash
- February 16, 2016
- Incodra
Dub Dash is a fast-paced rhythm-based game where players control various shaped obstacles to the beat of high-energy music. The objective is to navigate through complex and challenging levels while avoiding obstacles and hazards. With its unique gameplay and vibrant graphics, Dub Dash offers a frantic and addictive experience for fans of rhythm games.
Reviews
- The game features great music and visuals that enhance the overall experience.
- It offers a challenging gameplay experience that keeps players engaged and motivated to improve.
- The game introduces unique mechanics and levels that differentiate it from similar titles like Geometry Dash.
- The frequency of ads is excessive, disrupting gameplay and frustrating players.
- Controls can be unresponsive or difficult to manage, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The visuals can be overly distracting, making it hard to focus on the gameplay.
- music157 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat nature and excellent synchronization with gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Many players find the soundtrack addictive and enjoyable, often comparing it favorably to other rhythm-based games like Geometry Dash. However, some users note issues with the difficulty of music notes not aligning with level challenges, as well as occasional desynchronization and repetitive tracks during retries.
“The music choice was amazing, and the challenge is just enraging enough to keep you trying for a long time until you win.”
“The music is amazing and the level design is spot on.”
“This game is fantastic and has an amazing soundtrack.”
“Honestly, I just turn the game music off and play my own music.”
“I can't get past the first level and the songs don't go with the moves.”
“Difficult, doesn't match beat, retrying makes the song old and annoying, which makes the whole game useless.”
- monetization84 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive advertisements, which significantly disrupt gameplay and frustrate players. Many users report that ads appear after every death and often include unskippable video ads, leading to a negative gaming experience. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in a free game, the overwhelming frequency has led many to consider purchasing an ad removal option, although even this has not always proven effective.
“Insufferable excessive ads force you to spend more time watching ad videos than playing the game.”
“The gameplay itself is alright at first but seems intentionally deceptive to waste your in-game lives and occasionally show you ads.”
“I understand you want to make money off the game, but the amount of ads are ridiculous.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 85 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and engaging visuals, often described as fun, cool, and stunning. However, some players find the visuals to be overly distracting, making it difficult to navigate obstacles. Overall, the combination of impressive graphics and music contributes to an entertaining gameplay experience, despite occasional frustrations with controls and ads.
“Great beats, cool graphics and a lot of fun!!!”
“The graphics are so trippy, and the music is pulse pounding.”
“I am just dumbstruck by the game's stunning visuals and awesome music.”
“The visuals are too crazy to see the obstacles; it changes routes too fast.”
“I mean, there are some slight differences, but this is for the most part literally just Geometry Dash with better graphics.”
“The graphics are so trippy, and the music is pulse-pounding.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, challenging mechanics and engaging design, drawing favorable comparisons to games like Geometry Dash. However, many users express frustration with the excessive ads that disrupt the experience, as well as occasional issues with the game's difficulty and controls. Overall, while the gameplay is considered enjoyable and well-crafted, the interruptions from ads and some design choices detract from the overall experience.
“It's fun, challenging, and the gameplay is great.”
“The music is great, the art is great, the gameplay is great!”
“Amazing gameplay, awesome design, and just all around fun!”
“Different mechanics from most 'jumper' games; unfortunately, the horrid amount of ads makes the game unplayable.”
“Even though the visuals look nice, the gameplay can be really annoying sometimes.”
“The gameplay itself is alright at first but seems intentionally deceptive to waste your in-game lives and occasionally show you ads.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits occasional stability issues, including bugs and freezing, particularly after ads, but these do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. Users generally find it entertaining despite these glitches.
“Really entertaining and fun, great music, just a little buggy, like the game shutting off after ads.”
“Cool game but freezes a lot.”
“A few bugs and glitches, but other than that it's an okay game.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, particularly for its clever use of ads that players find amusing despite typically disliking them. The combination of humor and impressive graphics enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable for players.
“I just wish there were more 'I love ads' things... but that's funny because I hate ads, yet this time the ads help you! XD”
“Very funny and it has wonderful graphics.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players feel that grinding detracts from the enjoyment of the game, as it often feels punitive rather than rewarding, leading to a sense of frustration when trying to progress through small increments.
“It sort of takes the fun out of it if it doesn't feel like your fault for losing; it feels like the game is punishing you, and you're just grinding your way up to clear the next 5% of the game.”
“The grinding is so tedious that it feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“I find myself stuck in an endless loop of grinding, which makes the game feel more like a job than a source of entertainment.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to noticeable lag during gameplay, which users attribute to the game's performance rather than their devices.
“The game runs smoothly after the latest optimization update, making for a much more enjoyable experience.”
“I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it has significantly reduced loading times.”
“The optimization tweaks have made a noticeable difference in performance, allowing for seamless gameplay.”
“The game needs serious optimization as it can become really laggy at some points, and it's definitely not my phone's problem.”
“The performance issues are frustrating; the game often stutters and crashes, making it unplayable at times.”
“I love the game, but the optimization is lacking. It frequently drops frames and has long loading times.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as engaging and uplifting, evoking a sense of joy that enhances the overall experience. Players find the concept and execution to be charming, contributing to a positive emotional response while playing.
“The concept, idea, and atmosphere are so captivating that I couldn't help but smile while playing.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The hauntingly beautiful soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the story aspect, noting that the experience is heavily interrupted by multiple ads, including an unskippable video, which detracts from their ability to engage with the narrative from the very first mission.