Giant Wanted

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"Giant Wanted" is a shooter game with lousy graphics and numerous bugs, but it offers a humorous experience as you attack giants using high-energy sniper weapons from a super long range to fend off invaders. However, the game is filled with excessive advertisements, which can be frustrating for some players. Overall, it provides a unique and entertaining experience, despite its drawbacks.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,015 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

monetization2.6k negative mentions

The gameplay is straightforward and can be a good time killer.
The game runs smoothly and is entertaining for short bursts.
The concept of shooting giants is fun and satisfying.

The game is plagued with excessive ads, often interrupting gameplay.
It requires an internet connection to play, making it unplayable offline.
The gameplay is repetitive and lacks challenge, leading to boredom.

monetization
2,620 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game is overwhelmingly criticized for its excessive and intrusive ad placements, with players reporting that they spend significantly more time watching ads than actually playing. Many users express frustration over the requirement to watch ads for upgrades, rewards, and even basic gameplay progression, leading to a perception that the game is primarily a vehicle for advertisements rather than an enjoyable gaming experience. Despite some players acknowledging the game's potential, the relentless barrage of ads has resulted in numerous uninstalls and negative reviews.
- “I understand monetization, but at least let me play the damn thing.”
- “Paid for no ads but I still have to watch ads all the time.”
- “Paid for no ads, still get ads.”
- “The sheer number of ads on the app amount to more content on the app than the gameplay itself.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “It's a game advertising any slots or gambling game they have.”
gameplay
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
64%
17%
The gameplay is generally criticized for being overly simplistic, repetitive, and lacking substance, with many users noting that the actual gameplay time is significantly overshadowed by excessive ads. Players report a frustrating experience where they spend more time watching ads than engaging in gameplay, often describing the mechanics as poorly executed and unchallenging. While some find the gameplay enjoyable for short bursts, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that the game feels more like an ad platform than a fully realized gaming experience.
- “The gameplay is straightforward, and unlike most other apps, the ads are optional (so far).”
- “I love the graphics and gameplay.”
- “The game is fun for what it is, but it's more ads than gameplay.”
- “The mechanics of the game are terrible, there's no real substance to it at all.”
- “More ads than gameplay.”
- “The sheer number of ads on the app amount to more content on the app than the gameplay itself.”
graphics
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
38%
46%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as basic, amateurish, and even terrible. While a few players appreciated the artwork and found it enjoyable, the consensus is that the graphics need significant improvement, often overshadowed by complaints about excessive ads and lag. Overall, the visual presentation is seen as a major drawback that detracts from the gameplay experience.
- “I love the graphics and gameplay.”
- “Free game with great mechanics and wonderful artwork put into it.”
- “This game has quite possibly outdone Red Dead Redemption 2 when it comes to graphics and story.”
- “Don't understand why it crashes so much with such primitive graphics.”
- “Terrible graphics on that area... at least try to get away from the looks that appear as though a 5 year old was the artistic one of the team!”
- “Graphics are amateurish.”
stability
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches, particularly after reaching higher levels. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, often linking the instability to the excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Overall, while the game has potential, its current state is marred by technical problems that detract from the user experience.
- “The game constantly crashes and freezes up while trying to play, and I now know it is because of how many ads it's trying to load.”
- “I have had the game for 3 days and have not fired a shot because it just freezes as soon as it starts.”
- “This game is full of ads and I hate it, even the graphics and the fact that it crashes and freezes. This game is absolutely garbage.”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it entertaining and often hilarious, particularly due to quirky animations like body parts falling off and amusing character interactions. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to provide laughs while serving as a casual time-waster, with specific moments, such as a giant twerking, being particularly noted for their comedic value. Overall, the game is described as a fun and funny experience, making it enjoyable for players looking for lighthearted entertainment.
- “The giant twerked when I killed it, very funny 🔥🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤😘😘😘😘😘”
- “I love how the body parts fall off; it's hilarious! You should download this game, it's perfect! I give it 4 stars.”
- “This game is very funny; giants are so easy to shoot, super giant hahaha.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the intriguing backstory of characters like the red giant king and the political themes presented, while others criticize the lack of depth and the overwhelming presence of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many users express frustration over the brevity of missions and the frequent interruptions, which detracts from the overall narrative experience. Overall, the story seems to have potential but is hampered by gameplay mechanics and ad placements.
- “This game has quite possibly outdone Red Dead Redemption 2 when it comes to graphics and story.”
- “Learning about the red giant king and his backstory was immensely satisfying, and I'm pleased with the creators for putting the time and effort into naturally progressing the subtle political themes about American imperialism.”
- “It was super fun for about 4 missions; then ads started popping up, but besides that, the whole gameplay was amazing. I give it 4 stars.”
- “If there were a story behind the game, I would give it 5 stars.”
- “Interesting idea, but when you combine it with ads popping up every 5 seconds, it takes so long to beat a level that you lose track of the plot.”
- “Too many cut scenes... I don't need to see the giant walking in the beginning of every mission. It's just as bad as mobile games that force you to watch multiple ads before you can move to the next stage.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
Overall, players express a strong desire for the inclusion of background music in the game, noting that its absence makes the experience feel incomplete. Many reviews highlight that the lack of music detracts from engagement, with some suggesting that adding sound could enhance the overall enjoyment. Additionally, the presence of excessive ads further diminishes the gaming experience.
- “Fun little game to waste time on while listening to music.”
- “Some background music would be good.”
- “Also add more sounds and some background music, because it definitely felt that something is missing.”
- “There's no background music.”
- “No music.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting poor performance, frequent ads after each level, and issues when offline. Many believe that with better optimization efforts, the game could be much more enjoyable, particularly on Android devices. Overall, players feel that the focus on ad revenue detracts from the gaming experience.
- “This could be a pretty fun little game if they put more effort into optimization and less on ad revenue.”
- “Great game, just needs improved optimization.”
- “5 seconds of gameplay, poorly optimized, locked out if you're offline, ads after each level.”
- “This could be a pretty fun little game if they put any effort into optimization and less on ad revenue.”
- “Needs to be better optimized for Android phones.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often feeling like a one-dimensional experience. The presence of ads, even after payment, exacerbates the grind, leading to frustration over the game's reliance on ad revenue and data selling.
- “The game is a one-trick pony with boring, repetitive gameplay that is grindy and heavily saturated with ads.”
- “Even after you pay, ads are part of the grindy ecosystem.”
- “Ad farming and data selling.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, with some feeling moved to tears by their affection for it. However, frustration arises from the presence of ads, even for those who have purchased an ad-free experience, which detracts from their overall enjoyment.
- “I love this game so much it makes me want to cry. I truly love this game.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users indicate that the game's replayability is severely limited, as the gameplay is simplistic and all content can be unlocked within two hours, diminishing the incentive to replay after the initial level.
- “The gameplay is trivial; everything can be unlocked in two hours, and the replayability is gone by the first level.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play again since the experience doesn't change.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”