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Griddie Islands

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84%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
monetization, grinding
84% User Score Based on 478 reviews

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Griddie Islands is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Pomelo Games and was released on May 27, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Griddies Islands" is a charming idle merger game where you place Griddies on tiny islands to attract fleas that generate money. Use your earnings to buy more Griddies, merge them to level them up, and discover over 50 unique Griddie types. Keep your islands thriving with lively Griddie action and watch as your collection grows.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 478 reviews
graphics15 positive mentions
monetization35 negative mentions
  • The game features adorable graphics and sound design, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
  • Gameplay is engaging and addictive, with a unique merging mechanic that keeps players interested.
  • Ads are optional and not intrusive, allowing for a more relaxed gaming experience.
  • Progression slows significantly after reaching higher levels, often requiring players to watch ads or make purchases to continue advancing.
  • Many players experience issues with lost progress due to a lack of cloud saving or game resets.
  • The game can become repetitive and lacks sufficient content, particularly after unlocking the third island.
  • monetization
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy in the game primarily revolves around optional ads that players can watch for rewards, which many find beneficial, though some feel the frequency of ads becomes intrusive as gameplay progresses. While the ads are not enforced and do not interrupt the experience unexpectedly, players report that the game increasingly relies on watching ads to advance, particularly after reaching higher levels. Overall, the relationship with ads is seen as a double-edged sword, providing rewards but also leading to a grind that can detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The general currency multiplier always says there are no ads available, but spontaneous ads for free currency do load them up.”
    • “Fun little idle game, no ads!”
    • “Update: due to the lack of additional islands and inventory space, the game really slows down and becomes reliant on ads.”
    • “Unfortunately, the pacing slows to a crawl at about level 40 or so, then it becomes more about watching ads than actually playing... needs more islands to manage and accelerate earnings.”
    • “Pure waste of time, as there is no objective to the game other than to watch ads to progress in the game.”
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their adorable and aesthetically pleasing design, with many users highlighting the unique art style and engaging visuals. The sound effects complement the graphics well, enhancing the overall experience. However, some critiques mention that while the graphics are decent, they may not be enough to elevate the gameplay for all players.

    • “The graphics are great and I love how they have a sound effect for every action in the game.”
    • “Very aesthetically pleasing graphic design and sound design.”
    • “I love the graphics and the cutest sound effect when I press any button.”
    • “Only thing it's got going for it is the weird unique graphics and shapes.”
    • “That might sound a bit snobby, but the aesthetics of this game feel like something that would be on an indie highlights Steam playlist.”
    • “Boring and uninteresting, graphics are decent and simple, apparently it is a behavioral exploitation for clicking advertisements.”
  • gameplay
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, appealing graphics, and addictive nature, particularly with the merging and progression elements. However, many users find it repetitive and slow-paced, leading to feelings of grind and frustration, especially as they progress. While the game offers fun sounds and animations, it suffers from lag and reliance on waiting, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The merging, progression, and gameplay are also done well.”
    • “Graphics are adorable, the menus are tight where they need to be, and the gameplay is addicting.”
    • “Graphics amazing, gameplay simple but engaging, I really like it.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive, but the cute griddies make it feel new.”
    • “I was waiting for this game quite a long time because I really liked the graphics, but the gameplay is too slow for me.”
    • “Gameplay gets boring after 15 minutes.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the calming beats and sound effects, particularly noting that the music becomes even more enjoyable as the game progresses and the island fills up. Despite some criticisms regarding other aspects of the game, the soundtrack remains a standout feature that leaves a lasting impression.

    • “The music is beautiful.”
    • “The music is soothing.”
    • “If you fill the island then the music gets really cool and you can just vibe out to it.”
    • “The colors and music are pretty overall, but I am disappointed with the lack of progress in being able to obtain more griddies.”
    • “I never noticed that griddies can make music until now.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its engaging graphics, silly sound effects, and quirky creature designs, which collectively create a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the absurdity and charm of the game's elements, often describing it as "funny," "derpy," and "weird," contributing to an overall sense of amusement.

    • “Incredibly derpy game :) very stupid, funny, and enjoyable.”
    • “Mmmmm tickles my brain, funny shapes do silly noises (10/10 would make griddies again :3)”
    • “Funny and weird ✨”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate its simplicity and casual nature, others feel it can become tedious and repetitive. Bugs affecting gameplay can exacerbate the grind, leading to frustration, though some users still enjoy the game as a light pastime. Overall, the grind is seen as a double-edged sword, offering both charm and annoyance.

    • “It's nothing special and it can become a little grindy, but all in all, it's a fun and simple game you play for a little to pass the time.”
    • “Gameplay not that fun, a bit grindy, there's a bug where you have to drag a few times to merge them.”
    • “Honestly, I'm just grinding ads and I don't know why... but I continue to grind ads.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is minimal, primarily revolving around daily quests that involve watching ads, while the plot is designed to enhance coin gains. Additionally, players find the cute griddles to be a charming element within the narrative.

    • “One of the daily quests involves watching ads, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The plot can be manipulated to increase coin gain, but it feels more like a gimmick than a meaningful story.”
    • “The story lacks depth and engagement, making it hard to stay invested.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its smooth performance and minimal advertisements, indicating effective optimization.

    • “The game runs smoothly with minimal ads, making for a seamless experience!”
    • “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it never lags or crashes.”
    • “The performance is impressive, allowing for an enjoyable and uninterrupted gameplay experience.”
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Griddie Islands is a casual puzzle game.

Griddie Islands is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Griddie Islands.

Griddie Islands was released on May 27, 2020.

Griddie Islands was developed by Pomelo Games.

Griddie Islands has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Griddie Islands is a single player game.

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