Flippy Race

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Flippy Race is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Ketchapp and was released on November 27, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Flippy Race" is a racing game that takes place on the water, promising high-speed action and competition. The game boasts good graphics, but is held back by frequent and annoying ads. It also suffers from bugs that can negatively impact gameplay. Overall, "Flippy Race" has the potential for fun water races, but the frustrating elements can make it a challenging experience.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,260 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization253 negative mentions

The gameplay is fun and addictive, making it a great way to pass the time.
The graphics and physics are decent, providing a satisfying experience when successfully flipping and landing.
The game has potential for improvement, with suggestions for more missions, routes, and boat upgrades.

There are way too many ads, often appearing after every race, which disrupts the gameplay experience.
The game can be glitchy and laggy, causing frustration during races and leading to lost progress.
The lack of meaningful upgrades for boats and the repetitive nature of missions can make the game feel boring over time.

monetization
259 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. Users report experiencing ads after nearly every race, including unskippable ads during gameplay, leading to frustration and some opting to uninstall the game. While some players suggest turning off Wi-Fi to mitigate the issue, the general consensus is that the ad frequency detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The game is cool, fun, and you can play with other people. There's no lag and no ads, which makes it enjoyable.”
- “Very very very nice game... no ads, nice game.”
- “Love it! No lags, no ads... great game.”
- “It's a really addicting game, but it is infested with ads.”
- “The trade-off for a fun game vs ads is absolutely out of balance.”
- “If you enjoy spending more time watching ads than actually playing something, this game is for you!”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
31%
16%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the appealing aesthetics and decent quality, while others criticize the lack of adjustable settings and low-quality visuals on older devices. Many users report issues with lag and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the graphics enjoyable, others feel improvements are necessary.
- “Flippy Race is an awesome game which has appealing aesthetics and the chronological level progressive approach is quite challenging and fun to compete.”
- “Pretty awesome graphics, and physics.”
- “Very good graphics and most enjoyable game this is.”
- “Now the bad news is it unfortunately doesn't have any graphic settings (high/low graphics), making it a pain to play on lower generation phones and also has a freaking ad after each time.”
- “Very low quality graphics with a lot of ads.”
- “Graphics are pink.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
94%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent glitches, crashes, and freezing reported during gameplay. Many players express frustration over the interruptions caused by ads, which often exacerbate the lag and instability issues. While the game is enjoyable, the persistent technical problems detract from the overall experience.
- “It was so fun to play, with no glitches, and it's easy.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or bugs.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “It crashes a lot and sometimes the ads play between the race, and sometimes the game freezes and gets stuck there.”
- “This is an addictive game and I love it but sometimes it freezes completely and I have to close it down and restart!”
- “It freezes so much and is garbage.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and satisfying, particularly when successfully executing moves, but it suffers from issues like excessive ads, slow pacing, and inconsistent mechanics. While some players find it addictive, many express frustration with the controls and overall execution, suggesting that improvements are needed to enhance the experience.
- “The gameplay is addictive, but this game could and should be much more.”
- “It is a really satisfying game when you flip and land successfully and also quite simple. It has smooth gameplay and decent physics.”
- “Gameplay is fun and the boats are awesome.”
- “Inconsistent gameplay.”
- “The game isn't amazing because of the ads and the gameplay is very slow.”
- “Awful gameplay and controls.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The story aspect of the game is primarily driven by daily missions, which users find engaging yet limited due to the lack of variety and routes. While players appreciate the fun and challenge of the missions, they express a desire for more content and faster progression, as the current system relies heavily on in-game purchases and can feel repetitive. Overall, the narrative experience is enjoyable but could benefit from additional depth and options.
- “It is an amazing and interesting game, but it is so difficult. When we don't have internet, we can't access missions, which can be boring. However, this game is full of fun.”
- “I'm obsessed with it and can't stop playing. I wake up every morning curious about what the missions are going to be.”
- “Cause it is awesome and cool, and I love the flips and missions so much. That's why I give this a five-star rating.”
- “You only have these 3 missions a day and you don't even have different routes.”
- “The only way to get gems is through 3 easy daily missions and in-game purchases, which makes it impossible to get different boats (the only goal of this useless game).”
- “Just the gems are useful for buying boats, but one gets gems rarely or only when completing a mission or getting a lucky find.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, players find the in-game music lacking and often prefer to listen to their own music while playing, suggesting that the game's soundtrack does not enhance the experience. Many reviewers express a desire for improved music integration to make the game more engaging.
- “I love this game! I'm playing it every day, but I think it would be more exciting with some added music.”
- “Good music!”
- “Pretty good game; I usually play it while listening to music of my choice, as it can get pretty boring without it.”
- “The in-game music doesn't make a difference.”
- “I love this game, I am playing it every day, but I think it would be more exciting with added music.”
- “I think there should be better graphics and some music added.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues on lower-end devices, including choppy gameplay and frequent crashes. Additionally, players have expressed frustration over the lack of a pause button and the inability to customize vehicle colors, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the optimization is deemed poor, particularly on Android devices.
- “But honestly it sucks on Android. Controls can't be managed, and for devices like mine, which may not be 'the best on the market', its performance is absolutely horrible.”
- “Choppy performance, and after one single race it forces you to watch a 30-second ad... then crashes.”
- “Terrible optimization.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its over-the-top advertisements and frequent microtransaction prompts, which players find amusing despite their annoyance. Many users appreciate the comedic elements, particularly moments that elicit surprise or laughter, though the excessive ads detract from the overall experience.
- “This game is funny because of the ads; they're so in your face and sometimes even block the money. It's always asking you to pay or shoving microtransactions in your face.”
- “It's very funny! Sometimes Flip is very funny, like, huh!!!”
- “It's very funny; I like it!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a strong emotional response to the game, highlighting a sense of heartbreak and frustration. While they are drawn to the game's potential, they feel that it ultimately fails to deliver a fulfilling experience, leading to disappointment.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find the game's replayability to be quite good, contributing to an enjoyable experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “The game is very fun, and the replayability is impressive.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it highly replayable.”
- “I love how different choices lead to unique outcomes, enhancing the replay value.”