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Fences 4

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55%Game Brain Score
humor
monetization, optimization
55% User Score Based on 66 reviews

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Fences 4 is a single player action game. It was developed by Stardock and was released on August 24, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Fences 4" is a desktop enhancement tool that allows users to create shaded areas, or "fences," to organize desktop shortcuts and icons on Windows 10 and 11. The game features customizable rules for automatic organization, a "peek" function for instant access to fences, and folder portals for quick access to frequently used files and applications. Additional features include multi-device availability, swipe navigation between fence pages, and customizable "show desktop" hotkey functionality.

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55%
Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews
humor3 positive mentions
monetization2 negative mentions

  • Fences is a great tool for organizing and keeping the desktop clean, allowing users to hide icons and access them easily when needed.
  • The new 'peek function' and overall performance improvements in Fences 4 enhance productivity and make it a valuable addition for users with cluttered desktops.
  • The software is lightweight and generally works as intended, providing a smooth experience without conflicts with other applications.
  • Frequent updates require users to repurchase new versions with minimal changes, leading to frustration and a feeling of being exploited.
  • The software has significant bugs, especially for users with multi-monitor setups, causing icons to rearrange and requiring constant manual adjustments.
  • Customer support is lacking, with many issues remaining unresolved for extended periods, leaving users feeling neglected and dissatisfied.
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as aggressive and exploitative, with invasive advertising for future installments and a perception of it being a cash grab, particularly after a year of updates and a new pricing model.

    • “Terrible company, invasive advertising for the next installment, sells you an application all for an aggressive push to get you to buy the next one.”
    • “After a year and some updates, with a new price, you should be ashamed of yourself; this is a cash grab.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of this version is highly praised, featuring polished performance and adjustments for new operating system environments, particularly Windows 11, resulting in a smooth gameplay experience and various quality of life improvements.

    • “The main aspects of this version mostly consist of polished performance, adjustments for new operating system environments, and overall quality of life tweaks.”
    • “Really built for Windows 11, runs smoothly I can say.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite the potential of the game, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that even on high-end hardware, the game struggles with performance, indicating poor optimization.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the humor in the game, particularly enjoying the quirky design elements, such as the "funny boxes" that add a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.

    • “I love how the game keeps me laughing with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
    • “The humor in this game is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
    • “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the gameplay.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the product is criticized, particularly for users with multiple monitors, as it is reported to be prone to bugs and issues.

    • “I can't recommend this product to users with multiple monitors because it's extra buggy.”
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Fences 4 is a action game.

Fences 4 is available on PC and Windows.

Fences 4 was released on August 24, 2022.

Fences 4 was developed by Stardock.

Fences 4 has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its monetization.

Fences 4 is a single player game.

Similar games include Fences 3, Start11, DisplayFusion, Driver Fusion, Borderless Gaming and others.