Gacha Life

"Gacha Life is a Simulation game that allows players to create and customize their own characters, play mini-games, and explore different worlds. The game boasts stellar visuals, good game mechanics, and a hilarious story, but can be very grinding and filled with ads. Despite some bugs and emotional moments, Gacha Life offers a unique and engaging experience."

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Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

story9 positive mentions

monetization129 negative mentions

Great character customization options with a wide variety of clothing, hairstyles, and accessories.
Fun mini-games and the ability to create stories and skits with characters.
The game is easy to use and allows for creativity, making it enjoyable for all ages.

Frequent ads that interrupt gameplay and character customization.
Glitches that cause characters to change unexpectedly or the game to freeze.
The recent update removed some popular poses, mouths, and clothing options, which disappointed many players.

monetization
135 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency of ads, particularly during character customization and gameplay. While some users find the ad quantity manageable and appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through ads, others feel that the interruptions significantly detract from the overall experience. A common suggestion is to reduce the number of ads or offer a more affordable option to remove them entirely.
- “The in-app purchases are reasonable; there aren't any unnecessary costs.”
- “If you play it on the computer, it's great—no ads, no lag, better graphics.”
- “I find it unfair that you're making us pay for no ads; if the whole game otherwise is well-scripted and made, then why couldn't you make there be zero ads?”
- “Although, there have been quite a bit of ads which can get annoying at times.”
- “I absolutely love this game but there are so many ads every time I open something and close something, it's every 30 seconds and I'm just trying to make a story but I can't do that with ads.”
- “The ads pop up a lot while you are customizing your character which is very disturbing and annoying.”
stability
83 mentions
4 % positive mentions
-2 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is frequently criticized due to numerous glitches and freezing issues, particularly during gameplay and character customization. While some users report enjoying the game despite these problems, many express frustration over the frequency and severity of the glitches, which can lead to lost progress and require reinstallation. Overall, while the game is fun and engaging, its stability issues significantly detract from the user experience.
- “There are rarely any ads, and there are no glitches!”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or interruptions.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
- “Every time I try to play, it freezes and closes the game.”
- “There is a small issue where it freezes in the middle and says, 'Gacha Life is not responding.'”
- “I love this game, but all those 'cool' glitches you can do happen by themselves.”
story
45 mentions
20 % positive mentions
73 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is highly praised for its flexibility, allowing players to create their own characters and narratives, making it a great tool for storytelling and creativity. However, some users express frustration with the lack of a structured storyline and limitations on character slots, which can hinder the storytelling experience. Additionally, frequent ads and occasional technical issues detract from the overall enjoyment of crafting personalized stories.
- “I recommend this app if you want to put a story/novel/book into characters, and it's really a time killer.”
- “It's a great app for storytelling, character design, and to unleash your creativity.”
- “This is a fun game where you can create characters and scenes, you can give them personalities and a backstory.”
- “It's completely reset outfits, scenes, and characters that I've created specially for my story.”
- “I absolutely love this game but there are so many ads every time I open something and close something, it's every 30 seconds and I'm just trying to make a story but I can't do that with ads.”
- “It's a simple, grind-filled idle game that's not aggressive or demanding of your time, and seems to have no overarching plot or endgame.”
music
43 mentions
7 % positive mentions
86 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating the variety and quality of the tracks. However, several players express frustration over the app's tendency to interrupt or override their own music, as well as issues with loud background music that cannot be easily muted. Additionally, some users report lag and glitches that detract from their overall experience while creating music videos and mini-movies.
- “I absolutely love the music, the presets, and especially the mini games!”
- “The soundtrack is very enthralling to listen to, and the tone of the game is very friendly!”
- “You can easily make adorable characters, and that makes it really easy to make music videos.”
- “I don't like how I wasn't able to turn off the loud music, and the 'community' set was confusing.”
- “My only concern is the unstoppable music constantly in the background.”
- “The app closes my music tab when I try to listen to music while playing the game.”
graphics
40 mentions
63 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their quality, smooth animations, and appealing chibi art style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. Users appreciate the extensive customization options for characters and outfits, although some report occasional glitches and lag, particularly on lower-end devices. Despite minor issues, the graphics are consistently described as cute and engaging, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are amazing, and the animation is really smooth, though laggy on a phone, as mine is not the best model.”
- “The graphics work well together and the characters are fun and easy to make.”
- “This game has great graphics and is so cute I could play it in the car for hours and never get bored.”
- “The only small problem is that with animated poses, sometimes it goes slower and the graphics go down a bit.”
- “It's a great app but with the most recent update and I think the one before, the graphics on some of the outfits are glitched which makes it look kinda off.”
- “I notice a little bit change about the colors and I think the graphics slightly reduce its quality.”
gameplay
17 mentions
35 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users finding it boring or mediocre, while others appreciate its smoothness and creativity, particularly in character customization. Many noted that the gameplay can become tedious due to repetitive mechanics and the presence of ads, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, some players still find it enjoyable as a casual time-killer, especially in certain game modes.
- “Overall, the gameplay is smooth and has little ads; it's a great dress-up game.”
- “The gameplay is very creative as you get to meet the characters that are originally in the game, and you get to make your own.”
- “The gameplay is nice and simplistic, yet complicated enough to be interesting.”
- “I find the gameplay really boring.”
- “The actual gameplay itself is mediocre at best, but kinda fun if you're bored.”
- “The game is overall cute and I appreciate all the character customization options, but the gameplay itself is lacking; the mini games and life mode aren't terrible but can get tedious.”
character development
14 mentions
57 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight the app's strengths in character design and development, emphasizing its usefulness for storytelling and creativity, particularly in anime styles. Users appreciate the variety of customization options and the supportive community, though some note issues with crashes and saving characters. Overall, it is recommended for those interested in character design, despite some minor drawbacks.
- “It's a great app for storytelling, character design, and to unleash your creativity.”
- “I love this app for making fun videos and character development!”
- “Great game, I have found it very helpful for character design and most of the community around the game is very supportive and kind!”
- “I use it as a means for character design inspiration (mostly in terms of eyes and colors), but I find it gets boring rather quickly.”
- “If you need something to help you with character design/development, I would recommend this app to you because with the opinions they give you, you can create very unique characters.”
- “Great game, I have found it very helpful for character design, but the character development aspect feels lacking.”
humor
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, highlighting its potential for creativity and silliness through various options like funny faces and poses. Despite some annoyance with ads, players appreciate the ability to create entertaining skits, making the game an enjoyable daily experience. Overall, the humor adds a fun and exciting dimension to gameplay.
- “It's very funny and the only limit is yourself and imagination.”
- “But even though ads are annoying, I still really like how there are options to be funny and silly.”
- “Overall, it's a funny and exciting game to play every day!”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in the mini-games, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the character customization options are appreciated, the gameplay can feel laborious, especially when creating multiple variations of characters.
- “The gameplay itself is lacking; the mini games and life mode aren't terrible but can get tedious.”
- “It makes creating several variations of the same personalized character much more difficult and tedious.”
- “The mini games are a little tedious and repetitive.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express feelings of insecurity regarding the appearance of their characters due to recent updates, indicating that changes in the game have impacted their emotional connection and confidence in their character representation.
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The app is highly praised for its excellent optimization, delivering smooth performance and impressive animations, making it an enjoyable experience for users looking to pass the time.
- “This is the best app ever! The app is 100% on performance, making for great animations and providing a fantastic gameplay experience that is perfect for killing time when you're bored.”