Faily Rider

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Faily Rider is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by Spunge Games Pty Ltd and was released on September 21, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Faily Rider" is a physics-based motorbike game set in a hazardous Nevada desert. As Phil Faily, you navigate downhill, avoiding obstacles and collecting coins, while using shields or weapons to destroy obstacles. The game features endless gameplay and crashes, with the added fun of watching Phil's comical ejections during crashes. Unlock unique vehicles and costumes, and share your gameplay recordings on social media.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,420 reviews

humor42 positive mentions

monetization94 negative mentions

The game is fun and entertaining, with great graphics and ragdoll physics that make crashes hilarious.
Players appreciate the nostalgic elements and the variety of bikes and costumes available.
The game has potential for improvement, and many players enjoy the challenge it offers despite the control difficulties.

The game is plagued by excessive ads that disrupt gameplay, making it frustrating for many players.
Controls are often described as difficult and unresponsive, leading to a poor gaming experience.
Many players feel that the game has lost its charm compared to earlier versions, with missing features and a focus on monetization.

monetization
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay and create a frustrating experience. Many players feel that the game has shifted from a fun experience to a "cash grab," with essential features now locked behind ad views, leading to a decline in enjoyment compared to earlier versions. While some users suggest turning off Wi-Fi to avoid ads, the consensus is that the excessive monetization through ads detracts from the overall quality of the game.
- “I love your game! Keep up the great work + turn off Wi-Fi for no ads.”
- “You should know by now you can turn on airplane mode and boom, no ads.”
- “I really used to enjoy these games, but now they've turned into a generic mobile cash grab.”
- “Far too many ads, it would be enjoyable if not for the extreme amount of ads that are thrown at us.”
- “The ads are serious time wasters and really annoying but the game is .”
humor
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the ragdoll physics and character crashes particularly hilarious. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements, such as characters shouting during mishaps and the ability to capture funny moments, making the game an entertaining experience. Overall, players describe it as a fun and funny game that provides plenty of laughs.
- “You can pause the game and take funny pictures ”
- “This game is so funny, I like how the motorcycles crash and bang around and around and around, play it... now!”
- “It's a good time killer and the hilarious crashes with the vehicles make this game more funny and this thing too encourages me to do better after crashing!”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as "nice," "cool," and "beautiful," while others criticize them as "poor" or "not very good." Despite the positive comments about the visual quality, several users express frustration with the controls, suggesting that improvements in this area could enhance the overall experience. The consensus indicates that while the graphics are a highlight, they are not universally appreciated, and the gameplay experience is hindered by control issues.
- “Nice graphics and controls”
- “The graphics are really nice and a game with lots of fun but it takes a while to unlock new bikes.”
- “The concept of the game is really fun and it has really great graphics plus the variety of bikes and suits makes you want certain items too, making the game fun!”
- “The game in general is good, but the graphics are kinda bad.”
- “The controls are so bad... poor graphics.”
- “Poor graphics, boring... I mean everything is negative... loved to uninstall it.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user feedback on the game's stability is mixed. While some players report minimal lag and enjoy the experience, many others experience significant glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly in areas like controls and customization. The game shows potential, but stability issues need to be addressed for a smoother experience.
- “The game has no glitches. I like this aspect so much, and I love this game! ❤ I also downloaded the Faily Brakes and other games from your studio. ”
- “This was a very laggy game and the controls are very bad; I will play this when this game is less buggy.”
- “When I open the game, it just glitches and I can't play. Don't play it; it glitches.”
- “This game can be so buggy and flips my bike sideways and upside down for no reason. Please fix.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its graphics and overall experience, while others criticize the controls as poor and the gameplay as laggy and frustrating, particularly due to constant video ads and steering issues.
- “Guys, come on, this is great gameplay! It's good for Google Play games, and just because the steering is bad doesn't mean you can dislike it.”
- “Gameplay and motorcycles.”
- “The graphics and gameplay are nice.”
- “Graphics and gameplay are nice, but the controls are so bad.”
- “The gameplay is laughable.”
- “Just plain bad, laggy, horrible gameplay, impossible to steer, and forced video ads constantly.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing nostalgia for the previous version's simpler mechanics and clearer narrative. Critics find the current storyline confusing, particularly regarding character actions and motivations, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, some players still appreciate the game's charm.
- “Ok, what happened? Last game 'Faily Brakes' was fantastic, but this game is really hard. I would have given this a 1-star rating if I hadn't found the solution. The story is a little mixed up; a goat kicks or hits the character, but can't he stop the bike by using his brakes? Did they break, or is he just stupid?”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing, with some players finding it deeply moving and capable of evoking strong feelings, while others may not resonate with its themes and emotional depth.
- “This game made me feel a whirlwind of emotions; I laughed, cried, and felt deeply connected to the characters.”
- “The storytelling is so powerful that it left me in tears, truly an emotional rollercoaster.”
- “I never expected a game to touch my heart like this; it resonated with my own experiences and feelings.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game’s significant replay value, indicating that it offers ample opportunities for repeated playthroughs.
- “This game has a lot of replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths you can take.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised as very good, with comparisons to the soundtrack of "Faily Breaks," suggesting a similar quality and style. However, some users note that the controls may not be as refined.
- “The music is very good.”
- “Good music, reminiscent of the style in 'Faily Breaks', but with improved controls.”