Egg, Inc.

About

Egg, Inc. is a Simulation game that allows you to build and manage a sprawling egg farm. With fantastic game mechanics, compelling visuals, an excellent soundtrack, and plenty of humor, it offers a wholesome and very replayable story. Despite some bugs and a bit too much advertisement, the game provides an overall enjoyable experience for egg-building enthusiasts.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

gameplay251 positive mentions

monetization2.5k negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with a charming aesthetic and humorous elements.
Ads are optional and provide substantial rewards, making them worthwhile to watch.
The game allows for significant progression without requiring real money, making it accessible for all players.

Recent updates have made it increasingly difficult to progress without spending money, particularly by removing the ability to earn golden eggs from artifacts.
The game can become repetitive and grindy, especially in the later stages, leading to player frustration.
The hitbox for tapping drones is often problematic, causing players to accidentally open menus instead of catching drones.

monetization
2,993 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards, which are often deemed worthwhile. While some users express concerns about the increasing reliance on in-app purchases and the potential for the game to feel like a cash grab, many still find it enjoyable and fair, allowing for significant progress without spending money. Overall, the game strikes a balance between optional ads and microtransactions, making it a favorable experience for players who dislike intrusive advertising.
- “You don't need to put money into the game to progress; optional in-app purchases that I personally find worth it once you keep having more fun with it.”
- “No ads unless you want to watch them for rewards, and they're quite generous with random in-game gifts.”
- “Unfortunately, it has started to become just another cash grab mobile game that makes player progression painfully slow without microtransactions.”
- “The monetization feels very realistic with a low buy-in for the construction permit (permanent upgrade for allowing longer offline time).”
- “I would give more stars if the ads could be filtered better.”
gameplay
575 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is generally described as engaging and addictive, featuring a mix of idle and active mechanics that keep players entertained. However, many users express frustration over recent updates that have introduced pay-to-win elements and removed key free-to-play mechanics, leading to a perception of greed from the developers. While the graphics and humor are praised, the gameplay can become repetitive and slow at higher levels, with some mechanics, like the drone feature, needing improvement.
- “Overall, an entertaining game with a good mix of idle and active gameplay.”
- “It's a cool and engaging game, the graphics are cute and the gameplay is fun and simple.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet engaging and there's even an option to turn off adverts (for lesser rewards).”
- “On November 1, 2022, the game changed a key mechanic to effectively make it 'pay to win only' by removing the only way to make any meaningful amounts of golden eggs (used for upgrades) without paying.”
- “The gameplay gets boring after about 8 hours, as you'll find yourself stuck, waiting for your money to slowly increase so you can buy another pointless upgrade.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and just button smashing really, but you progress through the levels with satisfying speed.”
graphics
528 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charm and quality, with many users highlighting the beautiful visuals, smooth animations, and cute art style. While some players noted occasional performance issues on older devices, the ability to adjust graphics settings has been appreciated, allowing for a more enjoyable experience across various hardware. Overall, the game's aesthetic is considered a significant strength, contributing to its engaging and relaxing gameplay.
- “The graphics are amazing, the concept is really cool, and the game all around is very fun and a good way to kill time.”
- “The graphics are crisp and the gameplay is very immersive.”
- “An incredible amount of heart and soul and detail have been poured into the artwork, and the story offers its own, endearing brand of humor.”
- “The graphics keep breaking (for lack of a better term).”
- “The only issue I have is that the graphics can slow down my phone.”
- “The graphics could be better, and knowing what something does or a complete tutorial.”
humor
313 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the quirky and absurd premise of chicken farming intertwined with clever puns and funny newspaper articles. Many find the animations of chickens running and the humorous upgrades to be particularly entertaining, contributing to a lighthearted and engaging gameplay experience. Overall, the game's blend of silly humor and enjoyable mechanics makes it a standout in the idle game genre.
- “An incredible amount of heart and soul and detail have been poured into the artwork, and the story offers its own, endearing brand of humor.”
- “The humor is great, and you won't see an ad unless you agree to watch an ad for bonuses.”
- “The little pop-up news articles have some funny text about the crazy chicken egg industry that you develop.”
story
284 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story unfolds gradually through humorous newspaper headlines, adding a quirky charm to the gameplay. Players appreciate the lighthearted narrative that revolves around the absurdity of egg farming, complemented by engaging missions and co-op challenges. While some find the story simplistic, many enjoy the unique blend of humor and progression that keeps them invested in the game.
- “An incredible amount of heart and soul and detail have been poured into the artwork, and the story offers its own, endearing brand of humor.”
- “The story and concept is funny; I mean, it's literally finding out that the secret to the universe is eggs and making a chicken farm.”
- “The little newspapers you get also add an interesting story touch to the game, and so I really enjoy getting the paper every now and then.”
- “The plot is simple, gameplay is simple, controls are simple, but yet I'm drawn to it every chance I get.”
- “I was also disappointed to be lured in by some sort of storyline with the eggs, only to find out you just get trophies, no real end reward for your hard work.”
- “The ongoing story is really cute as well.”
grinding
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while it starts off enjoyable and engaging, it quickly becomes tedious and excessively grindy, especially in the later stages. Recent updates have further complicated progression by limiting free methods of earning premium currency, pushing players towards in-app purchases to avoid prolonged grinding. Overall, the game is seen as a fun idle experience for those who enjoy grinding, but it can feel repetitive and frustrating without spending real money.
- “Not too grindy at the start so you feel like you're making a bunch of progress.”
- “A fun game, not too grindy and easy to play without money or watching ads.”
- “Maybe one of the best idle games I have ever played, days of fun for you, very satisfying, and very quick and easy to progress in; it is one of the first idle games I have played that is not tedious at all.”
- “The game goes from fun and interesting to ridiculously tedious.”
- “Prior to an upcoming November 22 update, it was possible to earn the specialty currency through grinding; now you must grind and spend real-world currency to do so.”
- “The newest update is another addition to the pay-to-win model; even though farming for artifacts is a long and slow process to get golden eggs, the devs just had to scrap that so you now have to use money to get golden eggs, not impressed.”
stability
141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches, particularly when interacting with ads or managing large numbers of in-game items. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay, the overall sentiment indicates that recent updates have exacerbated these issues, leading to frustration and a decline in user satisfaction. Developers are urged to address these stability problems to enhance the gaming experience.
- “I give the developer credit for creating a smooth-running game with no glitches that I encountered.”
- “The gameplay is great, no glitches, no issues whatsoever.”
- “The community events add more content, and the devs are still keeping the game bug-free after like 4 years.”
- “But recently I cannot access my contract farms for days at a time; every time I attempt, the game freezes and closes on me.”
- “Every time I try, the game freezes and locks up, so 2 stars for me.”
- “Good game, but occasionally glitches with ads.”
music
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, many users note that the soundtrack can become repetitive, with requests for more song variations. Despite some technical issues with music playback and volume control, the overall consensus is that the music complements the game's casual and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The music is cheerful and calming.”
- “The atmosphere and music are calming and it feels as if there is always something to do.”
- “The music is relaxing, the graphics are cute.”
- “Some will throw you out of the game, others cannot be silenced while you're listening to music at the gym... scams?”
- “The music tends to stop once you upgrade to your next farm.”
- “Next level click upgrade click great click upgrade more scenarios would be better.. however clicking on drones is a federal offense and making them crash brings up the wrong message... uninstall got bored on the second farm.. I did originally give it two stars for graphics.. unfortunately had to edit it to one star because I remembered how irritating the music is.”
optimization
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant performance issues, especially on lower-end devices. While a "low performance mode" is available to help mitigate lag and crashes, it often results in reduced graphics quality and various glitches. Overall, players appreciate the game's fun elements but express a strong desire for better optimization to enhance gameplay, particularly when managing large numbers of in-game characters.
- “The game runs smoothly, and that overall makes it enjoyable.”
- “There's even a 'low performance mode' in case your device has trouble running games.”
- “Very well optimized and very calming.”
- “The low performance settings fix this to some extent but makes the game very ugly.”
- “While neat, the game has a lot of performance issues and the pricing of in-app purchases is insane.”
- “The one reason I can't give this five stars is that once I changed the game to low performance, the wheels of the transport glitched into the middle of the road and won't disappear.”
emotional
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find "Egg Inc" to be an incredibly wholesome and emotionally rewarding game, characterized by its charming graphics and relaxing gameplay centered around chickens. While some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics that can lead to emotional distress, the game's lighthearted nature and minimal ads contribute to a calming experience that many find addictive and enjoyable. Despite occasional technical issues, the game is praised for its ability to evoke positive emotions and provide a comforting escape.
- “Egg Inc. is literally the most wholesome game ever.”
- “This game is very calm and heartwarming since the graphics are top-notch for a game in this genre.”
- “Despite a number of pay options that feel like they're almost necessary to make real progress in the game, it's one of the most emotionally rewarding idle games out there.”
replayability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players finding it addictive and enjoyable due to features like co-op contracts, the introduction of new elements, and a rewarding progression system. While some users note a lack of long-term investment and occasional repetitiveness, the majority appreciate the game's ability to keep them engaged over time. The absence of forced ads and the simplicity of gameplay further enhance its replay value, making it a satisfying experience for many players.
- “It is super addictive and has almost infinite replay value. I love the teamwork feel of co-op contracts and I really feel like I am advancing!”
- “The money-making and large range of level-up content makes this game feel very rewarding and progressive, while the factor of resetting with a separate prestige option adds a ton of replayability, making this game a perfect time killer that leaves you fulfilled and wanting more!”
- “There's a high replay value, which will make you come back again and again.”
- “Lacks long-term investment, replay value, and goals.”
- “Fun but not great replay value, but I do keep coming back to it every so often.”
- “I still play it, hoping they change some stuff to make it more playable.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its excellent art and calming music, creating a cute and enjoyable environment that keeps players engaged. Many users find it relaxing and appreciate the variety of activities available, contributing to an overall pleasant gaming experience.
- “It's got excellent art, a cute atmosphere, and enough interesting features to keep it fun.”
- “The motivations are simple, the gameplay is clean and pleasant, the music is atmospheric.”
- “I must admit, this game gives off a pretty chill atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and music are calming, and it feels as if there is always something to do.”