Gin Rummy *
Get on Play Store"Gin Rummy *" is a casual figured card game with beautiful visuals that allows players to enjoy a round of Gin Rummy. The game encourages players to "Play Gin Rummy now!" but is disturbed by ads. The objective of the game is to form sets and runs of cards to accumulate points and win against opponents. However, the frequent interruption of ads may affect the overall gaming experience.
Reviews
- The game is easy to play and understand, making it accessible for beginners.
- Many players find the game enjoyable and a great way to pass the time.
- The graphics and gameplay are generally appreciated, with some users noting it brings back fond memories.
- The game is plagued by excessive ads, often appearing after every hand, which frustrates players.
- Many users report that the AI seems to cheat, consistently winning or knocking before the player has a chance to strategize.
- The inability to arrange cards manually and the frequent misplays due to card proximity are common complaints.
- monetization405 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing after every hand and lasting longer than the actual game time. Many players express frustration over unskippable ads and the overall frequency, leading to a diminished gaming experience. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, the overwhelming sentiment is that the current ad load is excessive and detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
“It's fair and no ads or money needed.”
“Love that there are no ads and the game goes pretty quick.”
“I paid for no ads and it is very enjoyable to play.”
“The biggest problem is the amount of ads that they have running because it's after almost every round in a game and multiple were unskippable.”
“Unskippable ads after every single hand ruin gameplay and ultimately frustrated me too much for me to support this game any further.”
“You will spend more time waiting on ads than you will playing the game.”
- graphics36 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their clarity, color, and artistic design, particularly on the face cards. However, some users find the graphics to be simplistic or outdated, describing them as "childlike" or "subpar." While the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, issues like lag and excessive advertisements detract from the overall enjoyment.
“Gorgeous artwork on the face cards!”
“Good graphics, color, clarity & response timing!”
“Great game, graphics and easy to use.”
“1 star, the only decent thing was the graphics, and even those were only subpar.”
“I think the graphics should definitely be improved.”
“Ghetto graphics.”
- stability15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a mixed experience with stability; while many enjoy the game without significant glitches, several mention frequent freezing issues, particularly when data is unavailable. Some players have not encountered any problems, but the recurring freezing has affected overall satisfaction.
“No glitches as of yet, but it's only been a couple of days.”
“Always have loved gin rummy, no glitches at all.”
“I've had this version for a few months and so far no glitches.”
“Enjoy... except when the app goes 'black' and freezes.”
“The game is great but freezes when you don't have data.”
“It's a great game but it freezes up a lot.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its graphics and mechanics, with many users finding it enjoyable and easy to learn. However, the experience is significantly hindered by excessive and unskippable ads, leading to frustration and complaints about lag. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the game as a solid offline option, particularly for gin rummy enthusiasts.
“Didn't know how to play the game, but read the gameplay in settings and I was off.”
“Great gameplay, didn't even know how to fully play, but thanks to this game I can!”
“Best game to play when you don't have internet; it's perfect design and mechanics-wise, the best gin rummy app on the Play Store by far if you don't care about multiplayer support.”
“Unskippable ads after every single hand ruin gameplay and ultimately frustrated me too much for me to support this game any further.”
“Cute graphics and fluid gameplay, but way too many advertisements to play fluidly.”
“The ad to gameplay ratio is at least 3:2.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with users finding it dull, annoying, and intrusive, particularly due to ads that interrupt personal music. Many players expressed a desire for an option to disable the music or ads entirely, and some even deleted the game due to these frustrations. Overall, the music aspect detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
“No annoying music, sounds, or unnecessary graphics.”
“I wish there was some music too.”
“Some of the ads have music and cannot be turned off unless you turn off all sound on your device.”
“Hate the ads that cut off my music I have playing on my phone to play sounds.”
“Would have been nice to pay to get rid of the ads, but the annoying music and snarky comments made me delete it.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the lighthearted banter from the bot and the amusing interactions during gameplay. The combination of cute card designs and entertaining game dynamics contributes to a fun and engaging experience. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gaming experience.
“I don't play to win, and I think it's pretty funny.”
“Fast play, win streaks are easily possible, with funny banter from the bot and cute cards.”
“Very funny and interesting games.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and user-friendly scoreboard, complemented by simple graphics that enhance the overall enjoyment.
“Great game, it runs smoothly with an easy-to-understand scoreboard and simple graphics!”
“Runs smoothly and is very enjoyable.”
