Flow Free: Bridges
- November 8, 2012
- Big Duck Games
- 2h median play time
Get on Apple StoreFlow Free: Bridges is a single-player puzzle game with excellent mechanics and phenomenal visuals. The goal is to connect matching colors with pipes and cover the entire board while using bridges to cross two pipes and solve each puzzle. With free play through hundreds of levels and a time trial mode, players can experience a range of challenges and play at their own pace. However, the game is occasionally buggy and may be disturbed by ads.
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Reviews
- Fun and addictive gameplay with a variety of puzzles that challenge the mind.
- The inclusion of bridges adds a new layer of complexity to the original Flow Free game.
- Great for passing time, especially during commutes or while waiting, and suitable for all ages.
- Frequent ads interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating for players.
- The game can crash or freeze, especially after updates, leading to loss of progress.
- Some levels are too easy, and there is a desire for more challenging content.
- monetization288 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly those that autoplay with sound or disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, others feel that the ads are excessive and detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, the balance between free access and ad presence remains a contentious issue among players.
“It's part of the play pass, so you get everything included with no ads, which is awesome.”
“Bridges aren't as fun as the other types of puzzles, but it's still a great app without painful monetization that provides a lot of casual fun.”
“Really good game :) I recommend the download, and there's hardly any in-app purchases, which is a good thing. I know they are only trying to make money, but games like Candy Crush just squeeze every last penny from your pocket.”
“The downside is the method of advertising.”
“Unfortunately, the ads are too annoying and started autoplaying with sound, which is absurd.”
“Fun and solid game utterly ruined by overly frequent and obnoxious ads that autoplay with sound.”
- stability50 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches, particularly during ad playback or after certain levels. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay without issues, the overwhelming feedback indicates that stability problems significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and loss of progress.
“Works well, no glitches or crashes.”
“Runs great on all my devices, and the ads are hardly annoying.”
“No glitches or issues.”
“However, the last few weeks I have been unable to play the game because it glitches and is unplayable.”
“Was a really nice little game but for some reason, it now freezes every time an ad comes up.”
“Now every time I try to play Flow Free Bridges, it freezes or crashes on me.”
- graphics32 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their simplicity, crispness, and aesthetic appeal, particularly the ability to change themes. However, some users report issues such as graphical bugs, distortion, and a lack of excitement in the visuals. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good and enjoyable, there are notable inconsistencies that affect the gaming experience.
“Its graphics are amazing, because you're able to change the theme of the bridges.”
“The aesthetics are perfect: understated sounds, and colors on a black background.”
“Loved the game, its style, its concept, its design, clean coding and awesome graphics.... good job guys... keep it up.”
“Very poor graphics and ads are terrible while playing.”
“Is kind of distorted graphics.”
“Worked it out in the end but the visuals are horrible.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and addictive nature, with a variety of levels that gradually increase in difficulty. While many players appreciate the smooth mechanics and cognitive skill improvement, some criticize certain new features as less engaging. Despite occasional interruptions from ads, the game offers hours of enjoyable and challenging gameplay.
“The mechanics are simple along with many levels all varying in difficulty.”
“The bridges add more depth to the gameplay.”
“This is a great game with addictive gameplay.”
“Terrible looking game, easy and boring gameplay too.”
“But when online, the advertisements sometimes ruin the gameplay.”
“Gameplay is confusing.”
- music15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing a desire for better background music and more variety, as the current options are often described as repetitive or lacking excitement. Some players find the existing music and sound effects inadequate, while others appreciate the game's overall fun factor despite its musical shortcomings. Additionally, there are complaints about intrusive ads that disrupt personal music playback, further detracting from the gaming experience.
“There are ads but unlike most games like this, they aren't very long and they never stop my music that I have on while playing!”
“Awesome game, very simple but needs good background music.”
“Good music and interesting game.”
“All of a sudden, today, the app started playing music in the background (although my settings have sound off) which persists even when I exit/switch apps, and only stops when I dismiss it from the recent apps/force stop.”
“If you want ads, and some weird song coming up when you open the game, then this is the game for you.”
“Good mind twister... lacks music.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it consistently funny and enjoyable, often leading to daily play. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and mental challenge it provides, there are occasional technical issues that detract from the experience, such as graphical glitches. Overall, the game is recognized for its lightheartedness and ability to entertain.
“I play this game like every day, it's funny and it wakes my brain up!”
“Funny enough, I seem to have an easier time with bridges!”
“Very funny and cool game.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users praise the game's optimization, noting that it runs smoothly and quickly across various devices, with minimal intrusive ads. The performance contributes to an addictive gameplay experience.
“This game is so addictive and everything runs smoothly!”
“Runs smoothly and quickly.”
“Also well made, runs smoothly and fast.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as simplistic and repetitive, with users noting that it lacks depth and originality, often comparing it to other games like Flow Free. Players find themselves navigating challenges that feel more like tactical missions rather than a compelling narrative.
“Every time I come to a place that I can't figure out, I picture the SEAL teams as they plan a real mission and wonder how they'd get around an obstacle.”
“Basically the same story as with Flow Free!”
“There are daily missions, but they are very hard and make the game difficult.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's numerous puzzles, which contribute to its strong replayability, allowing for varied experiences upon multiple playthroughs.
“There are plenty of puzzles and great replay value.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“With multiple endings and different strategies to explore, I find myself coming back for more.”
