Flop Rocket
- February 26, 2015
- Butterscotch Shenanigans
Pilot the floppiest rocket ever made through the deadliest cave in the universe!
Reviews
- The game is highly addictive and offers a fun challenge, making it enjoyable for both short and long play sessions.
- Controls are tight and responsive, providing a satisfying gameplay experience once players get used to them.
- The game features a humorous backstory and engaging mechanics, making it a standout title among mobile games.
- Many upgrades and essential features are locked behind a paywall, making it difficult to progress without spending money.
- The controls can be overly sensitive and challenging to master, leading to frustration for some players.
- The game can feel repetitive after a while, with limited content available without purchasing additional upgrades.
- monetization21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the option to pay a one-time fee to remove ads and access upgrades. However, some users express frustration over the frequency of ads and the need to pay again after updates to maintain an ad-free experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the monetization approach, particularly regarding ads, has led to dissatisfaction among a segment of players.
“More addictive than half of the runner/flappy type games on this platform with none of the monetization BS.”
“Fun and no ads, so much better when games have no ads.”
“It also has a fair one-time in-game purchase system.”
“Although there are a lot of ads which block your entire screen for a while.”
“Pretty entertaining but annoying that you have to pay to get the extra upgrades when you're already paying by watching stupid ads.”
“Now there is an update and I have to pay to remove ads again?”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with many users highlighting its hilarious nature and clever storytelling typical of Butterscotch Shenanigans titles. Players find it both funny and addictive, appreciating the innovative and entertaining elements that enhance the overall experience. Some suggest that while the humor is strong, there could be more variety in the comedic content.
“Fun game, hilarious as usual for a Butterscotch Shenanigans game.”
“Good game with a great sense of humor!”
“This game is innovative, fun, and hilarious.”
- story13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story in Crashlands is praised for its engaging backstory and humorous narrative, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the balance of missions and unlockables, although some express frustration with the limitations of the free version, which can render missions and upgrades less impactful. Overall, the story is seen as simple yet intriguing, with potential for deeper exploration through side quests.
“It has the best backstory.”
“It's got a funny storyline, it runs fast, you don't need internet, it's addictive, and it's challenging.”
“Together with the short glimpse of story in the intro, there's potential for an amazing game here.”
“Quick to learn, difficult to master, etc., however, unless you buy their premium thing, missions and most upgrades are worthless.”
“You get missions, you complete them, but they are of no use!”
- music11 mentions
- 82 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting it as one of the best soundtracks they've encountered in a mobile game. The soundtrack enhances the overall gameplay experience, contributing to the game's fun and challenging nature. However, some players noted difficulties in adjusting sound settings while playing.
“The music has got to be some of the best I have heard in a mobile game!”
“Tight controls, great art, and awesome music!”
“The gameplay and soundtrack are awesome.”
“The app plays sound/music using a data connection, which can be inconvenient for those with limited data plans.”
“It took a while to find where to turn the sound and music off, which can be frustrating for players who want to listen to their own content while gaming.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their excellence, featuring an impressive art style and smooth visuals that enhance the overall gameplay experience. Players find the graphics to be a standout element, contributing to the game's fun and addictive nature.
“Excellent art style and smooth controls.”
“I love the controls, and it's got a nice graphical touch.”
“Love the graphics and gameplay.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its flawless mechanics, tight controls, and engaging progression systems, encouraging players to embark on missions for upgrades. While some elements, like the Flop rocket's controls, can be finicky, the overall experience is fun and challenging, complemented by a great soundtrack and appealing graphics.
“The mechanics and controls are just flawless, the upgrade and progression systems are perfect, and the beginning cutscene always makes me laugh.”
“The controls are tight and the gameplay is fun.”
“Overall the gameplay is quite fun, as you're encouraged to keep going out on 'missions' to get more coins and upgrade your ship; ultimately to make it into space.”
“There is barely more than 5 minutes worth of gameplay.”
- stability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the stability of the game is mixed; while many players report a smooth experience with minimal glitches, some encounter frustrating bugs, particularly with the login system. The game is generally functional and enjoyable, but occasional glitches can detract from the experience for those seeking full access.
“This game is really smooth, with no glitches, and it's really fun.”
“The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows me to fully immerse myself without interruptions.”
“I've been less frustrated by Cyberpunk 2077 glitches.”
“It's a good way to kill time and has its own charm; however, the login system is incredibly buggy. The game as a whole is functional and fun, but for those looking to access everything, it may be a bit frustrating.”
“Very addictive; however, there are some annoying glitches here and there.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it worthwhile and enjoyable enough to justify additional spending, others criticize it for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, leading to lower replay value.
“Yeah, you have to pay a little to get the full enjoyment of the game, but it's well worth the money with the quality of the game and replay value.”
“I like a game with good replay value.”
“This one's replay value is pretty low because it's overly simplistic, like the creepy 90s side scrollers.”
“It has some replay value and isn't pure nonsense, even though it can be frustrating.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have reported issues with optimization, particularly on newer devices like the OnePlus 7T Pro, where the lack of bezels affects visibility of crucial game elements such as fuel pads. This suggests that the game may not be fully optimized for modern screen designs.
“Great game! I have even bought the premium update, but what bugs me the most is that my new device (OnePlus 7T Pro) has no bezels, and I don't think the game is optimized for that, as I can't see the fuel pads. Please fix this.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, indicating that it may require repetitive tasks to progress.
“It's a bit grindy.”
“The grinding feels repetitive and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just wasn't rewarding.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game is generally well-received, players express frustration with moments of unintended gameplay mechanics that can lead to unexpected deaths, detracting from the emotional engagement and immersion.