Fun Run 4 - Multiplayer Games | Game Brain

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Fun Run 4 - Multiplayer Games is a Racing game that offers 4-player races with good mechanics and pretty visuals. The competition heats up as you compete with friends, but be aware of the numerous ads and bugs that may disrupt gameplay. The game promises fast-paced action with the question, "Are you the fastest among your friends?"

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,588 reviews

graphics23 positive mentions

monetization13 negative mentions

The graphics and animations are visually appealing and add a fresh look to the game.
The addition of unique animal abilities and power-ups adds a new layer of strategy to the gameplay.
The game is fun and engaging, especially when played with friends.

The gameplay feels slow and laggy compared to previous versions, which detracts from the overall experience.
There are significant issues with matchmaking, often pitting lower-level players against much higher-level opponents.
The monetization system is heavily criticized, with many features locked behind paywalls, making it feel pay-to-win.

graphics
53 mentions
43 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the smoothness and vibrant art style, while others criticize it as choppy, cartoonish, and a downgrade compared to previous installments like Fun Run 3. Many users express a desire for adjustable graphic settings to improve performance on older devices. Overall, while some find the graphics appealing, a significant number feel they fall short of expectations and need further improvement.
- “Love the upgrade in graphics and some of the other details.”
- “Graphics are wonderful.”
- “This game is so fun and the graphics are stunning. I love the way the different animals and powers are represented.”
- “The game itself runs less smoothly and the weird art style makes it hard to see what is going on.”
- “The graphics and speed of the game are trash.”
- “Compared to Fun Run 3, this one is boring, slow-paced, the maps are not amazing, you can't buy anything with coins, only diamonds which need to be bought and the graphics are definitely a downgrade.”
gameplay
45 mentions
31 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Fun Run 4 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant slowdown compared to its predecessor, Fun Run 3. While some appreciate the new mechanics and strategic elements, others criticize the clunky controls, input delays, and repetitive nature of the gameplay. Overall, players feel that the game needs improvements to enhance its pace and responsiveness to restore the excitement that characterized earlier versions.
- “The gameplay is a bit slow but it's still very enjoyable.”
- “I find it very fun, as I find the gameplay more interesting than in Fun Run 3.”
- “It's overall amazing with good art and gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels clunky.”
- “Repetitive and boring gameplay, unfair matchmaking.”
- “Seriously, this new update is nerfing the game, making it slower and unresponsive. The gameplay is such a major turn off.”
monetization
18 mentions
11 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
72 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users feeling overwhelmed by the heavy reliance on microtransactions and frequent ads, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the general sentiment is that the game feels like a cash grab, prioritizing profit over gameplay quality. Overall, the monetization approach has led to frustration, with players reporting sluggish performance and a lack of meaningful upgrades.
- “Really fun! I played an old game too; I suggest it (no ads for free also).”
- “Fun run! No ads unless you want to get more XP or currency.”
- “The game is sluggish, it's too heavy on microtransactions and that makes you feel like it's just a quick cash grab.”
- “Game has turned into a cash grab and a shell of its former self.”
- “Feels like a shameless cash grab with barely any upgrades from the previous version.”
stability
16 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, lag, and unresponsive controls, particularly on Android devices compared to iPads. Many players express frustration over the game's technical issues, which detract from the overall experience and suggest a need for urgent fixes rather than new content. Overall, the game's stability issues significantly impact gameplay enjoyment.
- “The game glitches often, characters do not respond to controls (climbing walls, activating power-ups, etc).”
- “This game glitches a lot and it just drives me insane to the point where I just want to delete it... it would actually be a good game if it didn't glitch.”
- “My connection is fine but it's so laggy especially when you try to climb; it just won't work sometimes, so you end up being in last place because it glitches even though you're pressing the buttons.”
music
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the music in the game is seen as lacking, with many users expressing a desire for more tracks and a more exciting atmosphere. While it serves its purpose, the current selection is considered repetitive and insufficient, leading to requests for additional music options, including a theme song for the lobby.
- “I believe one or two more tracks would be good enough for the music.”
- “Just add the theme song in the lobby and when you run, okay?”
- “Nice, I love it, but I just want something. Please, I think you can add some music.”
- “However, the maps and music are what's fairly lacking, in my opinion.”
- “The music does the job, but I think it could evoke more exciting race vibes, and there isn't enough music, in my opinion.”
- “It's slow, the music is annoying; there's not even a down button.”
story
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of engaging quests and character development, leading to a monotonous experience. Players feel that the limited number of quests and slow reward progression detracts from the overall enjoyment, with calls for more maps and missions to enhance gameplay. The current quest system is seen as insufficient, making the game feel tedious rather than entertaining.
- “The quests aren't great and gaining coins is a very slow process (don't get me started on gems).”
- “But more quests or what not would make it more entertaining and worth the grind.”
- “Also, you only get 6 missions every 15 or so days, which is fairly obnoxious.”
optimization
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, players express mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some appreciate its stability and performance, many report issues such as limited frame rates, latency, and a lack of options for enhancing performance, particularly in comparison to its predecessor. There are calls for features like a power-saving option to improve gameplay smoothness.
- “App is stable and performance is great.”
- “Love the game; it does not always run smoothly on some runs but is still very fun.”
- “This game is absolutely great. I hope this game has 60 fps too to improve performance gameplay.”
- “Even the performance mode isn't doing much.”
- “Needs better optimizations.”
- “There is latency on everything I do. I have a powerful phone, and there are not enough options for performance.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players generally find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and wholesome, with suggestions for additional funny mechanics like a "fart button" to enhance the comedic experience. While some users appreciate the humor, others express a desire for more content and variety in gameplay, indicating that the humor alone may not be enough to sustain long-term interest. Overall, the game is recognized for its fun and funny elements, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay dynamics.
- “Maybe try making one without weapons, and more skills, like more buttons to grab or slide or taunt, maybe a fart button or something funny like that.”
- “It was a funny and wholesome game aside from the 'traps'. I just wish there's more content to do; I already maxed out everything except the so-called 'cat' that doesn't seem to be obtainable at all.”
- “So so so fun and funny.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game excessive, which detracts from their overall enjoyment. They express frustration with the time required to earn coins and the significant point deductions that can occur after a single loss, leading to a feeling of imbalance and discouragement.
- “The game is good, but the problem is that there's too much grinding, and it killed the fun for me.”
- “The game is totally balanced in matchmaking, but there's too much grinding for coins.”
- “Grinding for points is frustrating; you can win three times in a row only to lose it all if you place fourth in the next round. The point deduction is too severe, making it a stupid game.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is characterized as funny and wholesome, evoking positive emotions, but players express a desire for more content, particularly regarding the elusive 'cat' feature, which adds a layer of frustration to the experience.