Grand Mountain Adventure

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Grand Mountain Adventure is a thrilling sports game that offers a compelling gameplay experience with a good storyline. It boasts fantastic visuals, a dense atmosphere, and a masterful soundtrack that immerses players in its world. The game allows you to bomb down steep slopes, perform crazy jumps, and leisurely cruise around, providing an adrenaline-pumping experience in the ultimate skiing adventure.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

graphics217 positive mentions

monetization73 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and immersive gameplay that captures the essence of skiing.
Relaxing and fun, with a good balance of challenges and exploration.
No intrusive ads, allowing for a smooth gaming experience.

Camera angles can be frustrating, making it difficult to see where you're going.
Some players experience crashes or black screens after ads.
Limited free content, requiring payment to unlock additional mountains.

graphics
282 mentions
77 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning quality, smooth performance, and attention to detail, particularly in the depiction of snow and landscapes. Players appreciate the beautiful art style and immersive environments, which enhance the overall gaming experience. However, some users noted occasional performance issues and suggested improvements, such as better resolution options and camera angles, to further elevate the visual experience.
- “The graphics are phenomenal, controls are easy to learn, gameplay is intuitive & top notch, there are no major bugs & a very small handful of minor ones, stunning scenery in high-res, and an abundance of main missions, tasks, & side-missions to keep you entertained round the clock.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, I especially like the sluff and spray of snow with shadows.”
- “The graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is intuitive and responsive.”
- “Graphics aren't the best, sometimes hard to see, but I understand that it's a mobile game.”
- “A shame is that the resolution is kind of wonky and doesn't work as it should because no matter what graphics setting I put it on, high or low, the text and game itself are really blurry and pixelated.”
- “Good base gameplay, however, the game lags pretty bad on my phone, even when graphics are turned to the lowest.”
gameplay
140 mentions
61 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its sharp responsiveness, intuitive controls, and smooth mechanics, providing a fun and immersive skiing experience. Players appreciate the stunning graphics and the variety of challenges, from relaxing exploration to competitive time trials, although some express frustration with certain mechanics and camera angles. Overall, the game offers a generous amount of content, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking engaging mobile gameplay.
- “The gameplay feels very fluid thanks to the way that the skier moves and to the way that the maps are set up; also, the simple controls help.”
- “The gameplay is so addicting.”
- “The open-world aspect gives a ton of choice in gameplay; you can just relax and cruise around or choose to push yourself with challenges that range from fairly easy to incredibly difficult.”
- “This game just isn't for me; it was okay at first, but the skill level to me is more about memorization of the level designs than actual mechanics of using a skill set.”
- “Good for a brief distraction, but no long-term gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is very limited unless you spend $6 to unlock other mountains.”
monetization
100 mentions
22 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
73 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the minimal presence of ads and the option to purchase the full version for an ad-free experience. While some users find the occasional ads disruptive, especially during gameplay, others commend the developers for avoiding intrusive ads and microtransactions, opting instead for a straightforward one-time payment model. Overall, the game is praised for its generous free version and the lack of aggressive monetization tactics commonly seen in other mobile games.
- “There are no ads or microtransactions, just the option to purchase the full game for $4.49, which is amazing considering most other 'free' games lately spam you with ads to the point they are almost unplayable.”
- “No microtransactions, no timers, just gameplay.”
- “Amazingly fun game with no microtransactions or anything else that plague modern games.”
- “Something that's pretty annoying is the ads: if you turn the volume up to listen to the peaceful music, you'll get jolted by these really loud gambling ads, which disrupts the experience a lot.”
- “Only reason this isn't 5 stars is the ads ruining the experience (I understand devs need to make money, but I'd happily pay for ad-free, and the current pop-up ads break the game causing it to need rebooting).”
- “Fun game, but the unskippable 30-second ads that occur every few lives/rewinds made it unplayable.”
music
85 mentions
54 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience with its calming ambiance. Many players appreciate the synchronization of the soundtrack with gameplay elements, though some express a desire for more track variety and volume control options. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's aesthetic, making it a delightful experience for players seeking a peaceful gaming environment.
- “Calming visuals and blissful music make this game a treat for the soul.”
- “The music, game physics, and graphics are 💯.”
- “The soundtrack is great, and matches the theme of the game perfectly.”
- “As of now, the music kinda just stops when you finish, that mildly takes a bit of satisfaction away from my experience.”
- “Something that's pretty annoying is the ads: if you turn the volume up to listen to the peaceful music, you'll get jolted by these really loud gambling ads, which disrupts the experience a lot.”
- “The controls are very smooth and the interface is really tidy, but the music is a bit weird; you could improve it.”
story
28 mentions
29 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily driven by a plethora of main and side missions set in diverse locations, offering players a rich open-world experience. While the missions are generally engaging and challenging, some players feel that the narrative becomes repetitive after completing them all, and the removal of previously free content for DLC has drawn criticism. Overall, the game is praised for its graphics and intuitive gameplay, but there are calls for more varied missions and improvements in camera work to enhance the storytelling experience.
- “This game is an easy 10/10 for me; it's got everything you want in an open world environment that's easy and fun to navigate with main missions and secret missions of a good variety and level of difficulty that can add more to the experience than the open navigation.”
- “There's a ton of missions to do and multiple locations with unique interactions and wildlife.”
- “That's what makes this game really hard but overall an awesome game because I like adventure story games.”
- “But I'm not giving it five stars, since the game becomes kind of bland when you finish every mission, and for some reason the developers decided to remove Waldtal from the free maps and made it a DLC map, although it was free before.”
- “The expansion is just more mountains, no new physics, no storyline, no new game modes and definitely not years.”
- “Well done, however, the quality of graphics should be better, missions should be more varied and the camera... the camera is just too far from the action.”
atmosphere
11 mentions
73 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm, authenticity, and immersive sound design, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the beautiful graphics and the overall ambiance, although some minor issues, such as camera angles and occasional clipping, can disrupt the tranquility. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered one of its strongest features, enhancing the open-world exploration.
- “The atmosphere is charming and authentic.”
- “The atmosphere, sound design, physics—everything is enjoyable.”
- “Gorgeous scenery, beautiful graphics, good controls, great atmosphere.”
- “My entire list of problems over my entire time playing this game is 1: camera angle can be difficult to work with sometimes, 2: on rare occasion you can clip right into a fence, and 3: trying to unlock higher level challenges can be frustrating and break the calm atmosphere.”
replayability
9 mentions
44 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its exceptional replayability, with users noting its polished mechanics, variety of tracks, and engaging physics that encourage repeated play. Many reviewers emphasize that the investment is worthwhile due to the game's vast exploration and enduring appeal, making it a standout choice in the mobile gaming landscape.
- “Probably the most polished and replayable mobile game.”
- “It also has a lot of replayability, so it's worth the investment.”
- “Simple, low tech yet respects physics and is replayable over and over.”
- “Amazing is all I can say. The replay value never really gets old; the exploration is vast, the graphics are beautiful, and the physics are amazing.”
- “For a mobile game, this level of polish and replayability is unreal.”
humor
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky challenges, amusing interactions, and entertaining sound effects that enhance the overall experience. Players enjoy the comedic elements, such as the ability to slap characters and the humorous situations that arise during gameplay, contributing to a fun and addictive atmosphere. The combination of clever map design and funny quirks, like zigzagging uphill and being chased by bears, adds to the game's charm.
- “On top of that, it has great map design, heaps of fun and interesting places to explore, quirky challenges, and a humorous touch!”
- “Very funny, that despite all this, you can slap people haha.”
- “Some funny quirks like boarding uphill by zigzagging and being chased by bears add to the charm.”
stability
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with users reporting frequent crashes and freezes, particularly on devices like the Samsung S9+ and OnePlus 7 Pro. While some players appreciate the game's aesthetics and potential for improvement, many express frustration over persistent bugs and issues that disrupt gameplay, including problems with loading screens and in-app purchases. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a significant concern for a portion of the player base.
- “Samsung S9+ developer: Negatory, still crashes and freezes often after the update.”
- “Great game but a lot of bugs and freezes on OnePlus 7 Pro. I just wanted to clarify that this game is beautiful in a stunning way, the music and the huge maps, and I know that this game has a strong developer team that will continue to make the game better.”
- “Every time I launch the game, it takes me to a loading screen then just a black screen which freezes my phone and forces it to restart.”
optimization
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received criticism for causing stuttering issues and significant FPS drops in certain areas, even on capable devices like the Pixel 8. Players have noted that the lack of customizable graphics options, particularly the inability to disable shadows, contributes to these performance problems, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Maybe it's so it runs smoothly?”
- “It's a good game, but its optimization is really bad; it just needs a few more options in the graphics menu, like disabling shadows, because shadows are mostly what's really affecting performance.”
- “One of my favorite mobile games of all time, but for some reason on a very capable phone (Pixel 8), no matter what the settings, I'm having constant stuttering issues. It's not an FPS issue; even on high settings, the FPS is fine.”
- “There is an issue with the performance; in some areas on some maps, I don't know why, but the FPS drops so much that the game becomes unplayable.”
- “It's a good game, but its optimization is really bad. It just needs a few more options in the graphics menu, like the ability to disable shadows, because shadows are mostly what's affecting performance.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding mechanics to be somewhat clunky and frustrating, often leading to disorientation and a loss of momentum. While the overall gameplay is smooth and enjoyable, many feel that the grinding aspect can become repetitive and less engaging over time.
- “I just seem to get dragged off to the side when landing tricks, or grinding to a complete halt.”
- “The skewed sideways angles mean I can't tell where my player is in relation to the gates, trees, or grinding poles.”
- “But not super fun... if I were to elaborate, it just gets grindy after a while.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting the heartbreak of losing progress due to the lack of cloud save functionality. Despite this frustration, many still find the game endearing and charming, which influences their overall positive ratings.
- “This game is so adorable, but losing all my progress due to a crash or accidentally deleting my data was heart-breaking.”
- “The emotional connection I felt with the characters made every moment in the game memorable.”
- “The story's depth and the way it resonated with my own experiences left me feeling truly moved.”