Garden of Words: Word game
"Garden of Words: Word game" is a casual vocabulary-building game with delightful graphics and soundtrack, but is unfortunately plagued by frequent ads and bugs. The game describes itself as a way to exercise your brain and improve your vocabulary. Despite its flaws, it can be an enjoyable way to pass the time and expand your word knowledge.
Reviews
- Fun and challenging gameplay that keeps the mind sharp.
- Beautiful graphics and relaxing music enhance the gaming experience.
- Great for expanding vocabulary and learning new words.
- Excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, often lasting too long.
- Game frequently freezes or crashes, causing loss of progress.
- Not as advertised; many players expected a different style of gameplay.
- monetization1,069 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, often described as excessive and intrusive, with many users reporting ads appearing after nearly every level or puzzle. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the frequency and length of these ads—often lasting 30 seconds or more—have led to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Additionally, several users have expressed dissatisfaction with the paid option to remove ads, claiming it does not work as intended, further compounding their annoyance.
“I enjoy it so much that I did splurge on the no advertisement upgrade.”
“No ads if you pay the small fee.”
“I would gladly pay for no ads, but...”
“The combination of an infuriating number of advertisements with a pay-to-remove-ads pop-up that does not work makes this game unplayable.”
“I paid to get rid of the relentless ads, had to reset phone now ads are back.”
“The game is fun, but there are so many ads that it becomes almost unusable.”
- music104 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its calming and soothing qualities that enhance the overall experience. However, a significant number of users express frustration over the inability to turn off the music, which often interferes with their own audio or becomes repetitive and annoying. Overall, while the music is generally seen as a positive aspect, the lack of customizable audio settings detracts from the enjoyment for some players.
“The music background is a very good choice for this experience!”
“The music is soothing.”
“I like that there is soft music being played during the game, which helps to unwind and relax.”
“Can't turn the music off, can't turn the annoying effects sound off.”
“I can't turn the music off!”
“Turning off the music and sound does nothing.”
- graphics91 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and pleasant aesthetics, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the vibrant and fun designs, although some express frustration with intrusive ads and occasional performance issues. While a few critiques mention the graphics as simplistic or childish, the general consensus leans towards them being a strong point of the game.
“Great graphics throughout.”
“The graphics are top notch; love the idea of collecting the clovers for new images.”
“Beautiful graphics, but often very sluggish response during play.”
“I bad review incessantly about childish graphics.”
“The graphics don't really turn me on, and the flowery explosions telling me how brilliant I am really annoy me since they cover the workspace.”
“Could use some cooler graphics.”
- stability59 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience crashes during puzzles, ad interactions, and level transitions, leading to frustration and the need for manual restarts. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability problems detract from the overall experience.
“The game freezes almost every other puzzle.”
“This new update freezes like crazy... I had to remove and reinstall three times just to play the game. Next removal will be permanent.”
“It's fun but it freezes way too often, and it ate up most of my battery.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and easy, with many users appreciating its clarity and mechanics. However, the experience is frequently marred by excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the flow, leading to frustration. While the core gameplay is enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts significantly from the overall experience.
“The gameplay works really good!”
“Fun and clear gameplay...”
“Gameplay itself is fun.”
“This game has inappropriate ads, way too many ads. The gameplay is quite easy most of the time, and I got this game from an advert.”
“Ads pop up right in the middle of gameplay.”
“Too much stuff popping up makes gameplay difficult.”
- humor9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally praised for being creative, smart, and relaxing, with many players finding it genuinely funny. However, there are notable criticisms regarding certain inappropriate content that detracts from the overall comedic experience, leading some users to express strong discontent. Overall, while the humor resonates with many, it is not universally appreciated.
“It's creative and funny.”
“Funny and knowledgeable game.”
“It's a smart funny game.”
“It's not a funny game 😒”
“Why did it add the word 'rape'? It's not funny. I'd rather quit this bullsh*t game and report it.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes feelings of calmness and happiness, enhanced by its unique mechanic of dragging a finger to spell words, which adds a satisfying and engaging element to the experience.
“This game made me feel calmer and happy.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and providing enjoyable features for players.
“The game runs smoothly and has features I enjoy.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
“I appreciate how well the game performs on my system, making it enjoyable to play.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with users highlighting its immersive and engaging qualities.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The sound design and visuals create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”