Hamster cake factory

About

"Hamster Cake Factory" is a simulation game where players manage a factory run by hamsters that produce sweet cakes. The game boasts good gameplay, stellar visuals, and humorous elements, but is hindered by extensive grinding, excessive advertisements, and bugs. Fans of management and simulation games may find enjoyment in this unique concept, despite its flaws.

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Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,999 reviews

graphics39 positive mentions

monetization766 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and cute hamsters, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay is engaging and fun, providing a good way to pass the time.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have made improvements based on user suggestions.

The game is heavily ad-driven, with forced ads appearing frequently, which disrupts gameplay.
Progression becomes difficult as players reach higher levels, often requiring watching ads or making in-app purchases to advance.
There are bugs and glitches that can cause the game to crash or not load properly, affecting the overall experience.

monetization
805 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of forced ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, with mandatory ads required to progress or claim rewards, leading to frustration. Additionally, the cost to remove ads is considered excessively high, further detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I wouldn't mind paying for no ads at a reasonable price.”
- “It's a cute game; however, I wish there was an option to purchase no ads.”
- “Love the game, no ads, and I was so happy.”
- “The game is fun but it's ruined by intrusive ads and ads that crash the whole game when played, canceling any reward you might have gotten.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but there are too many ads, and I'm not about to pay $30 in an app to remove them.”
- “It's a cute game but the ads ruin it.”
graphics
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
49%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, with many users highlighting the cute designs of the hamsters and overall visuals. However, the enjoyment of the graphics is often overshadowed by frustrations with aggressive ad placements, which detracts from the overall gaming experience. Despite the aesthetic appeal, the overwhelming presence of ads has led to mixed feelings among players.
- “The graphics are adorable, the designs of each hamster are cute, even the factory machines are cute.”
- “Absolutely love the visuals and themes, and super happy with active updates and active events!”
- “The graphics are great, the hamsters are adorable, and there aren't all that many ads, overall a great idle game.”
- “The graphics are kinda cute but that's overwhelmed by how busy the screen is.”
- “The cute graphics aren't worth it, they force you to see so many ads if you want to progress at all, then it's $30 to get rid of them, plus during the events they're like oh you don't have the nuts to upgrade cards wanna pay $18 so you can actually progress in a non-main stage.”
- “Cute graphics, but ads are so annoying it overrides any of my positive opinions about the game.”
gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
12%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of cute aesthetics and simple mechanics, but it is heavily marred by intrusive ads that disrupt the experience and often require players to spend money for a more enjoyable experience. While some players find the gameplay rewarding and entertaining, many express frustration over the excessive ad interruptions and the necessity of microtransactions to progress effectively. Overall, the game offers a charming visual appeal but suffers from a lack of depth and satisfaction in its gameplay loop.
- “I like the gameplay and the graphics, and there are so many levels so you don't burn through the game too quickly.”
- “The art is absolutely adorable, and the gameplay is rewarding.”
- “Super cute game with fun mechanics!”
- “The gameplay loop is the biggest buzzkill for me.”
- “Very boring gameplay, but it's a cute idea.”
- “Extremely bland experience with no gameplay and no meaningful choices.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and issues with in-game purchases. While some players find the game enjoyable and note that glitches have been addressed in updates, the overall consensus highlights a frustrating experience due to technical problems, particularly related to ads and the VIP system. Improvements are needed to enhance stability and user experience.
- “It's a cute game, with no glitches at all.”
- “No glitches; it works perfectly, is cute, and easy to play.”
- “Fun game, with no glitches.”
- “I've experienced glitches with this game.”
- “The game has a lot of technical glitches.”
- “I lost all of my purchases because the game was being buggy and I had to redownload.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and clarity, with players noting that mission objectives are poorly explained and rewards feel unsatisfying. While the cute art and animation are appreciated, the overwhelming presence of unskippable ads after nearly every quest detracts significantly from the overall experience, making progression feel grindy and frustrating. Many players express a desire for a more engaging narrative and less intrusive ad mechanics to enhance gameplay.
- “The characters are cute and the animation is good, but the missions are becoming too impossible to reach.”
- “I like the animation style and there is some good storyline, but I think it just needs a little touch-up.”
- “This is a really great game and I was obsessed with it, but the only reason I gave it 4 stars was because of a problem with ads; more specifically, when the player completes a mission and then opens a box, they have to watch an ad.”
- “The game is super cute, but it is annoying when I only want to take the basic reward for completing a mission and I still have to watch an ad even though I'm choosing to be rewarded with less.”
- “Cute art and game concept, but the forced ads every second quest are really annoying and destroying the game experience.”
- “So grindy it's impossible to play and unfun because you can't automate without spending lots, and the quests are scaled to force you to watch every ad and/or spend on in-app purchase loot boxes.”
grinding
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and frustrating, often requiring players to watch numerous ads or spend money to progress. Many users find the constant need to click and manage resources overwhelming, leading to a repetitive experience that detracts from the game's enjoyment. While some appreciate the game's charm, the grind-heavy mechanics and reliance on luck make it difficult to recommend without significant changes.
- “It makes progressing more tedious than it has to be.”
- “Horribly grindy, luck based, and I still think it is impossible to progress without watching ads, unless you want to press all those machines a huge amount.”
- “It's fun until you come up against a sudden brick wall that prevents you from leveling up anything without spending literal hours grinding.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy, relaxing, and well-suited to the cute graphics, enhancing the overall experience. However, many users express frustration over the lack of options to adjust or turn off the music, with some finding it repetitive and annoying after extended play. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's charm, the absence of customizable audio settings is a notable drawback.
- “Cute graphics and catchy relaxing music.”
- “Really simple, fun and rewarding progression with an adorable soundtrack and design.”
- “I really like this game; the art is very adorable and the music suits it perfectly.”
- “I'd give this a higher rating if there were even any other settings in the game other than a music toggle.”
- “However, I don't like that there's no ability to turn off the in-game music.”
- “The literal only sound in the entire game is the music going on a 15-second loop.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the antics of the hamsters and their adorable movements to be both cute and hilarious. Many users highlight specific moments, such as the exaggerated delivery of pans, as particularly funny, contributing to an overall enjoyable and lighthearted experience. While some opinions vary, the majority agree that the game's charm lies in its humor and whimsical presentation.
- “It's really funny and cute to watch these little hamsters work their paws off making cute little cakes!”
- “I love this game so much! Even the hamsters look so cute. Their movements are so funny and adorable. I'm glad I found this app.”
- “It's actually funny and it's so good! Hahaha, 5 stars for this.”
- “It's not funny at all.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just missed the mark.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its overwhelming wholesomeness and cuteness, making it one of the most endearing experiences available on Google Play. While many players appreciate its heartwarming nature, some feel it may not align with their personal gaming preferences.
- “Just pure wholesomeness and cuteness.”
- “This is possibly the cutest and most wholesome game on Google Play.”
- “It's a good wholesome game, but it's not the kind of game I usually play.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game offers significant replayability, emphasizing its accessibility and fairness, particularly noting the absence of pay-to-win elements. However, some feel that there is still room for improvement in enhancing its playability.
- “The big difference is that this game is way more playable and not pay-to-win!”
- “Needs to be more replayable.”