Granny Smith

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Granny Smith is a single player survival racing game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by Mediocre AB and was released on August 30, 2012. It received very positive reviews from players.

Catch the apple thief!

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,929 reviews

graphics559 positive mentions

stability122 negative mentions

graphics
659 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
15%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant colors, smooth animations, and charming art style, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. Many users appreciate the polished visuals and engaging design, although some have requested updates for higher resolutions on modern devices. Overall, the graphics are described as beautiful, fun, and well-integrated with the game's mechanics, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The graphics have beautiful colors, the controls are simple and the levels are hard enough to keep me entertained.”
- “Great game, stunning graphics.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, especially on a large tablet screen.”
- “My only request is to upgrade the graphics to fit the entire screen of modern phones today.”
- “I love the game, it's really fun and gives me a good challenge but... the graphics suck and why the hell does the kid not have pupils!?!?!?!”
- “It's a simple concept with slick but uninspired graphics.”
humor
450 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the antics of Granny, especially her crashes and sound effects, to be consistently hilarious. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky gameplay and amusing character animations, making it a fun and entertaining experience for players of all ages. Overall, the combination of funny graphics, sound effects, and engaging gameplay contributes to its reputation as a highly enjoyable and comedic game.
- “Granny is adorable and the sound effects have kept me laughing.”
- “I love how they named it after a type of apple (Granny Smith apple) that made me laugh!”
- “The expressions Granny makes when she wipes out are hilarious!”
gameplay
267 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
21%
1%
The gameplay is widely praised for its simplicity, smooth controls, and addictive mechanics, making it easy to pick up yet challenging enough to keep players engaged. Many reviews highlight the game's fun and humorous elements, along with its impressive graphics and sound design, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. However, some users noted issues with ads interrupting gameplay and a desire for more levels to enhance replayability.
- “The gameplay, the graphics, the game all together and the classical old music just ties it all together.”
- “Simple controls, satisfying gameplay, and destructive physics effects.”
- “The gameplay is simple but very addictive and entertaining.”
- “The adverts that open in the middle of gameplay are ruining what was once a great game.”
- “Gameplay gets stale after a few levels.”
- “Gameplay is the same in all levels; I would love to see some variety in it and new tools other than the cap, banana skin, and ball.”
stability
160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
1%
76%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and crashing issues, particularly on specific levels or devices. While some players enjoy smooth gameplay without glitches, a significant number express frustration over the game's tendency to freeze, especially during critical moments. Overall, while the game is entertaining, its stability problems detract from the experience for many users.
- “Definitely worth the download, no glitches, graphics are great, and it's fast-paced, entertaining while at the same time simple.”
- “No glitches, lovely interface and music, and engrossing gameplay.”
- “Runs great, looks great, and is loads of fun!”
- “Game freezes pretty often, and usually ends up crashing.”
- “It freezes all the time and whenever I complete a level and then go to another it freezes halfway through.”
- “I absolutely love this game but every time I get into it, it freezes on me and I have to force quit.”
music
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
37%
2%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, jazzy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, providing a calming and enjoyable backdrop to the gameplay. Many players appreciate the humor and charm of the sound effects, with some noting that the music is memorable and uplifting. Overall, the combination of high-quality music and engaging graphics contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music is delightful and the level of difficulty increases but never stops being fun.”
- “Great graphics, music, gameplay; it fits together perfectly like the pieces to a puzzle coming together for one cohesive experience.”
- “Love the jazz soundtrack, it's very calming and helps concentrate on the gameplay!”
- “The music plays but the screen is entirely unresponsive.”
- “Opens up to title screen and plays music with the reverberating play button, but is completely unresponsive to any touch or tap.”
- “The lag in the beginning is acceptable, however playing music right away and not being able to turn it down is not.”
monetization
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
24%
37%
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its absence of intrusive ads and microtransactions, with many users appreciating the straightforward purchase price that grants full access without ongoing costs. Players enjoy the freedom to engage with the game without the frustration of in-app purchases, highlighting a refreshing return to a more traditional gaming experience. However, some reviews mention minor in-app purchases that are not deemed essential, indicating a mixed reception regarding their presence.
- “Exceptional game quality; the makers must have made this game with great care and attention. Great time waster, no ads, no microtransactions.”
- “No in-app purchases, no ads, just $3 for a game and you own it.”
- “Love to play a game not requiring in-app purchases to enjoy.”
- “Boring, in-game purchase crap, uninnovative.”
- “And thank you for not raping us with in-app purchases like too many mobile games do these days!”
- “However, since I purchased the game, I expect no more in-app purchases as it is not stated in the description (even to unlock a difficult stage).”
optimization
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
16%
13%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and great graphics across various devices. However, some players experience significant lag and stuttering, particularly on specific models like the Samsung Galaxy S3, indicating inconsistent performance. While most reviews highlight enjoyable gameplay and quick loading times, a few users noted performance issues that detracted from their experience.
- “The game loads quickly and runs smoothly, and there is nothing at all that I dislike about this game.”
- “Very entertaining and well optimized.”
- “It also seems to be optimized very well, and is easy on my battery life despite being 3D.”
- “This is definitely a 5-star game, I have already completed it on my S2, but now it is incomprehensibly laggy to the point it is a stuttering wreck of a game, please fix.”
- “I even tried to run some optimizations, but nothing really helped.”
- “The game is fun and looks nice, but I'm experiencing very choppy and sluggish performance on my S3.”
replayability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
10%
Overall, players consistently praise the game's replayability, highlighting its fun and challenging levels that encourage repeated play. Many reviews note the high replay value due to the engaging gameplay mechanics and the pursuit of perfect scores, though some express a desire for more content or randomness to enhance longevity. While most find the replayability excellent, a few feel it may be limited compared to other titles in the genre.
- “Excellent fun and replay value.”
- “This game's replayability is also fantastic.”
- “Endless replay value.”
- “Need more replayability; after 20 minutes, I had completed the update.”
- “I wish there were more levels, or randomly generated levels, as there is limited replay value to this game.”
- “Although without any randomness to the levels, there is very little replay value.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
The game's story is described as simple yet engaging, with a humorous and charming narrative that complements its gameplay. Players appreciate the fun dynamics and graphics, though some suggest the addition of more backstory and character development to enhance the experience. Overall, while the story is enjoyable, there is a desire for more levels and challenges to further enrich the narrative.
- “I love Granny Smith because the plot goes well with the name (Granny Smith apple) and the controls are very easy to use.”
- “Fun story and game dynamics.”
- “Simple, yet interesting story, incredible graphics, great humor, and pure fun.”
- “The critic in me that always wants to make a suggestion is to add more optional back story to the characters and worlds.”
- “But why the dark story?”
- “Could be the next Angry Birds if enough time and effort is put into expanding the plot and adding even more features.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its originality and humor, complemented by great graphics and engaging music. Players appreciate the fun and lighthearted vibe, which enhances the overall experience and contributes to high replay value. Simple controls further add to the enjoyable atmosphere, making it accessible and entertaining.
- “Fun gameplay, great graphics, and an original atmosphere.”
- “Love it! The graphics, atmosphere, music, and easy maneuvering are fantastic.”
- “Game with a great atmosphere.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be unexpectedly wholesome and enjoyable, highlighting its fun mechanics and simple controls. However, some frustration arises from technical issues, such as the screen turning off during replays, which can detract from the overall emotional experience.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the character design may be unconventional, it is balanced by engaging gameplay and impressive graphics, which enhance the overall experience.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the grinding aspect engaging, as repeated attempts at challenging levels can feel rewarding rather than tedious.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes frustrating.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”