Galaxy Bowling 3D

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"Galaxy Bowling 3D Free" is a Sport game offering splendid gameplay and marvelous visuals, making for a very fun and entertaining experience. However, it is plagued by an excessive amount of advertisements and technical bugs that may hinder enjoyment. The game describes itself as a fun bowling experience, which is accurate, but players should be aware of the aforementioned issues. Overall, the game is a decent option for casual players looking for a 3D bowling simulation.

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 16,599 reviews

graphics327 positive mentions

monetization203 negative mentions

graphics
442 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
23%
3%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality, realism, and vibrant colors, which enhance the overall bowling experience. However, some users criticize the graphics as outdated or cartoonish, comparing them unfavorably to other bowling games. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated for their detail and immersive quality, there are calls for improvements and updates to keep pace with modern standards.
- “The graphics are detailed and along with the audio gives you a feeling of actually bowling by far the superior experience.”
- “I love the graphics and I also like the pick up spares for points and unlocking other balls to use it's a really cool game.”
- “The graphics make me feel like physically being in a bowling center, and I'm most accurate when playing this mobile bowling game.”
- “The graphics are horrible, nothing close to Bowling King. Also, you can't lift the ball back to give it more speed like in Bowling King, and the worst part of all is you can't move the ball in real time like you were able to in Bowling King. Deleted it right away, smh. Bowling King needs to come back.”
- “For HD in the title, it's not very clean, crisp, or clear; it's like PS2 graphics.”
- “The graphics are worse, not better.”
monetization
226 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
1%
90%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly after each game. While some users appreciate the option to play for free with minimal ads, others feel overwhelmed by the number of ads and the pressure to make in-app purchases to enhance their experience. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable gameplay, the monetization strategy through ads is a significant point of contention among players.
- “No ads, it's so great!”
- “Great game, no problems, no ads, just fun!”
- “Wonderful game and no ads.”
- “I've tried mini golf, regular golf, and pool; they're all a little bit unmanageable or just when you start to warm up they're asking for money... asking for money is not really a bad thing; however, they're asking for money and also drowning you in ads doesn't seem fair...”
- “This game is a complete joke 🤣 ads galore... obviously it's not about the user having a fun game to play... it's all about the money!”
- “Awesome game, but with the ads added in the last update, the game is unplayable now.”
stability
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and issues with gameplay mechanics, such as pins not registering correctly. While some players have noted improvements in stability over time, the overall consensus indicates that the game still suffers from numerous bugs that detract from the experience, particularly in multiplayer modes. Despite these issues, some users still find the game enjoyable and addictive.
- “Realistic graphics and no glitches.”
- “Runs great now!”
- “This game is so buggy it's not worth it.”
- “This game lags and freezes up and it also keeps saying game is not responding. I have complained about this on different occasions; you said you fixed the problem but you did not fix it. Please, or I will boycott the developers.”
- “All except for when my ball would just go through the pins like they weren't even there... so many glitches I lost so many trophies due to this.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
37%
6%
The gameplay of this bowling app is generally praised for its fun mechanics and smooth graphics, making it a top choice among mobile bowling games. However, users have noted significant inconsistencies in ball control and scoring, with complaints about unpredictable speed and spin mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While many appreciate the innovative features and challenge, some feel that core gameplay mechanics need improvement to enhance user satisfaction.
- “Hands down one of the best bowling apps out there, this one has been around, and constantly updated into the sleek, fun and challenging gameplay app it is today!”
- “The gameplay is great and the graphics are good also!”
- “Pros: great graphics and gameplay, with just the right amount of challenge.”
- “I wanted to love it, but there are some important flaws in the gameplay that mar the user experience. My main complaint is regarding the difficult and unpredictable speed and hook controls after ball release.”
- “Gameplay is hit and miss; sometimes the ball just goes where it wants. It's not clear when you can and can't add spin, and even when you do, the slightest touch will send the ball way off to the side.”
- “It's inconsistent in its gameplay. I throw very consistently in the same spot, yet the ball will not score a strike and then will score a strike. I don't understand how this could be so inconsistent.”
humor
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
10%
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a key aspect, with players enjoying its casual and funny nature, often leading to laughter during gameplay. Many reviews note the game's realistic mechanics, which can result in amusing outcomes, making it entertaining for both solo and competitive play. Overall, the game is described as a lighthearted experience that brings joy and humor to bowling.
- “Very realistic and you can swipe for curve .. just be careful tricky touchy.. the overcompensate you find yourself in is mostly funny.”
- “I've been playing by myself and it's fun and funny.”
- “My opponent is laughing because I said what should I say to them, I enjoyed kicking his butt.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes just missed the mark.”
- “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the overall experience.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
71%
14%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with many users expressing frustration over low volume levels and a lack of customization options. While some enjoy the background music, others find it distracting or depressing, suggesting a need for a wider variety of tracks and improved sound settings. Overall, players are calling for enhancements to the music experience to make it more engaging and less intrusive.
- “I really enjoy this game, and I'm just out of curiosity, what song is used in the background?”
- “Is there a deluxe version with music stations?”
- “I like the realistic action in the game; if you make the camera stay at the end of the lane instead of following the ball, it seems even more realistic. Lots of fun, but the sound effects and music could be louder for an improvement.”
- “For some reason, it's the only game app where my volume menu is faded on the media, games, and music option when I try to turn it up. It's faded and I've been into my settings and everything.”
- “Number three, there is no way a person can have a game with a 230 average. Your game is becoming very boring; I also know that the background music is very depressing.”
- “Music during the game is too distracting for concentration.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its exceptional optimization, resulting in smooth performance and easy maneuverability. Users consistently highlight the game's ability to run efficiently, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- “Easy to maneuver, resulting in good performance.”
- “Exceptional performance”
- “Exceptional performance”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing a rewarding system and engaging mechanics such as graphics, ball control, and lane variety as key factors that encourage repeated play.
- “The new reward system adds a lot of replay value to the game.”
- “Pros: graphics, ball control, lanes, and high replay value.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and unenjoyable, often describing it as "abysmal." This sentiment suggests that the repetitive tasks required for progression detract significantly from the overall gaming experience.
- “Grinding is abysmal and feels like a never-ending chore.”
- “The grind is tedious and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive and frustrating.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's ball movement, indicating that it feels overly automated and lacks player engagement, which diminishes the emotional connection to the gameplay experience.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is characterized as repetitive and formulaic, with users expressing a sense of addiction that leads to negative personal consequences. The narrative seems to lack originality, often feeling like a variation of the same theme presented in different contexts.
- “The story feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the plot twists predictable and the character development lacking.”
- “The narrative was confusing and left too many loose ends, which was frustrating.”