Ducklings

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Ducklings is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Pelican Party and was released on September 19, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

It's time to relax, you're a duck now! Swim around and rescue as many ducklings as possible. Dodge the reckless boats, they will hurt you. Upgrade your home by retrieving more ducklings and get the coolest looking nest in the pond. Ducklings is a Kid-Friendly Game.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews

monetization5 negative mentions

The game is cute and fun, providing a relaxing experience for players.
Gameplay is addictive and enjoyable, especially when playing with friends.
The concept of collecting or stealing ducklings is charming and engaging.

There are frequent glitches and issues with controls, making gameplay frustrating.
Progress can be lost unexpectedly, leading to player dissatisfaction.
The game is plagued by excessive ads, which disrupt the experience.

monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express significant frustration with the game's monetization strategy, particularly due to the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay. Many feel that the frequent ads detract from the overall experience, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab rather than a well-designed product.
- “I just don't like the random ads that pop up all of a sudden while I play.”
- “Too many ads, obviously a cash grab.”
- “The game is fine, and laggy, but the graphics are bad; you even need to see ads and do nothing.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable and straightforward, with a variety of unlockable hats and upgrades enhancing the experience. However, some players have reported frustrating issues, such as random sound disruptions, despite the multiplayer functionality being smooth.
- “The gameplay is very fun and the multiplayer runs wonderfully.”
- “I had at least a dozen or more hats unlocked and a ton of upgrades to my best, too. Overall, the gameplay is fun, very simple, but frustrating.”
- “My critiques right now are that my sound keeps randomly turning off during gameplay.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive and make it difficult to enjoy the game.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted the flow of gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game is generally described as simple and relaxing, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, players feel that it could benefit from more variety and improvement, suggesting that additional elements like weather effects could enhance the atmosphere further.
- “Simple, fun, and with great relaxing music ”
- “The music could be more varied and better; it feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”
- “There is a lack of memorable tunes, which makes the overall experience less engaging.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized due to numerous glitches that hinder gameplay, such as control issues and problems occurring after ads. Users report that these glitches detract from the overall experience, making it difficult to enjoy the game fully. While some players appreciate the upgrades and features, the instability remains a significant concern.
- “I like the game, but there are a few glitches that make it hard to control. The ducks are always stealing your ducklings, and even though they don't hit you, you still die. If you could fix the glitches and make it a little easier, I could rate it five stars.”
- “It's pretty good; I love the upgrades and hats, but sometimes after an ad, it glitches and I have to exit to go back to my house.”
- “This was too terrible; there were too many glitches. All I do is swim around everywhere, and I don't see any ducklings. I've been had.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics have received criticism for being subpar and laggy, with specific mentions of poor water shading and a need for general improvements. Users also expressed a desire for more varied visuals and an expanded environment, indicating that while the game has potential, its graphical quality detracts from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are bad; the game is fine but laggy, and you even need to see ads and do nothing.”
- “The water shading can be much better, and the graphics can be tweaked.”