Hamster Town

About

"Hamster Town is a single-player Puzzle game with fantastic gameplay and spectacular visuals. Collect stars to build and expand your hamster house and invite various animal friends by solving puzzles. However, the game is disturbed by frequent ads and can be buggy at times."

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,953 reviews

graphics16 positive mentions

monetization278 negative mentions

The game features adorable hamsters and a cute art style that appeals to players of all ages.
Gameplay is engaging and offers a mix of puzzles and collection mechanics, making it enjoyable for casual play.
Many players find the game relaxing and a great way to pass the time, with a charming atmosphere.

The game is heavily reliant on ads, which disrupts gameplay and frustrates many players.
There are frequent bugs and glitches, such as freezing after watching ads or during gameplay, leading to a poor user experience.
Some players feel that the game lacks depth and becomes repetitive after a while, with limited content to keep them engaged.

monetization
297 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
94%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to remove ads through a purchase, they express frustration that even paid options do not eliminate all ads, particularly those that appear after failing levels. Overall, the excessive reliance on ads detracts from the enjoyment of the game, leading to a common sentiment that the experience is marred by constant interruptions.
- “So cute and simple, no in-app purchases, super wholesome, often easy but sometimes challenging to get 3 stars on each level, so it can be for kids and older.”
- “With Play Pass, I have no ads, plus multiple opportunities to get extra coins and items for special upgrades.”
- “It is a fun way to spend your time when you are trying to waste some time, and you don't have to make any unnecessary in-app purchases because you earn gems to buy stuff.”
- “I spent more time watching ads than playing.”
- “The game is cute and has a great concept, but there are way too many ads, and they're not even 30 seconds apart.”
- “This game is basically unplayable due to the amount of ads, so if you want to actually enjoy this game, you better get used to airplane mode.”
graphics
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
54%
7%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and aesthetic appeal, featuring adorable characters and a pleasing art style that enhances the overall experience. While many users appreciate the simple yet charming visuals, some mention that there is room for improvement in terms of graphical quality. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm, making it enjoyable for players who favor a cute and aesthetic design.
- “The graphics are really great, and the hamsters are adorable!!!!”
- “The designs and style and the whole aesthetic of the game pleases my soul so much!”
- “Adorable graphics, challenging but not too difficult.. and it also has a home decorating element, which is one of my favorite things in a mobile game.”
- “Graphics are simple but playing 1 level or 2 and then an ad and playing another level or 2 and then an ad (etc) is tedious.”
- “Very simple, poor graphics.”
- “Cute graphics, but incredibly boring gameplay.... would not recommend.”
stability
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game is frequently criticized for its instability, with users reporting persistent freezing issues, especially after ads or when retrying levels. Many players find the excessive ads and glitches frustrating, often requiring them to restart the app to continue playing. While the game's aesthetic appeal is appreciated, the overall experience is marred by these technical problems.
- “This cute app will keep you busy like a bee, and there are no glitches. It's amazing! 👍🏽❤💙”
- “Decent gacha puzzle game, except it freezes frequently and the sound often dies after an ad.”
- “This is a cute and fun game but has too many glitches.”
- “The game is fun to play, but there are too many ads and it glitches.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
13%
The gameplay is described as simple yet occasionally challenging, with some players finding it fun and addictive, particularly due to its engaging mechanics like drawing. However, a significant number of reviews criticize the excessive presence of ads, which detracts from the overall experience and leads to frustration. While the art style and character design are praised, many users feel that the gameplay is repetitive and often overshadowed by the interruptions caused by advertisements.
- “The gameplay is simple and sometimes challenging, and it is a fun time-waster.”
- “The gameplay is really rewarding, and the ads aren't annoying either.”
- “The characters are so kawaii and the gameplay is interesting!”
- “I don't think the mediocre gameplay compensates for the excessive ads.”
- “Here's the thing: you can make a really fun game that's really engaging and fun to play, but if you're going to completely sacrifice the player's gameplay to put an advertisement in every 5 seconds, this isn't going to be a game people will continue playing for long.”
- “Waaay too many ads compared to gameplay.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The game's story is appreciated for its charm and the unique backstories of each hamster, contributing to a nostalgic and cute atmosphere reminiscent of childhood bedtime stories. However, some players feel that the focus leans more towards collection and gameplay mechanics rather than a cohesive narrative, which may not satisfy those seeking a deeper story experience. Overall, while the graphics and character design are praised, the story aspect is seen as secondary to the collection elements.
- “I love the graphics, there's no ads, I love the story plot.”
- “This game is just way too kawaii...♡♡ I love the graphics... reminds me of old bedtime storybooks I used to read when I was small...😭😭”
- “It's a sweet game, and there are challenges to reach, but in the end, it's more of a collection game and not about a story, so it's not for me.”
- “I really love the game, but the only reason I do not like it is because to finish decorating the room you did not finish, you have to get another story to finish decorating.”
- “Every hamster has their own story.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The music in the game is described as relaxing, emotionally fitting, and adorable, featuring lullaby-like tunes and high-pitched voice clips that enhance the cute aesthetic. While most players appreciate the calming sound effects and find them suitable for the game's theme, one user reported experiencing an odd, persistent music glitch. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's charm, making it particularly appealing to its target audience.
- “The sound effects and music in the background are relaxing, peaceful, and adorable.”
- “Music is emotionally fitting and calming.”
- “It involves a chibi Hatsune Miku in a cute 2D platforming game with high-pitched sounds, lullaby-like music, and cute high-pitched voice clips.”
- “Weird music plays whenever I play this game. I don't know what it is, but it only stops when I close the app, and I don't want to uninstall because I'll lose all my progress.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its emotional appeal, characterized by its cute and wholesome design that resonates with players of all ages. The calming music enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful and sometimes tear-jerking journey for those who appreciate its adorable details. Players express a strong emotional connection, often feeling overwhelmed by the game's charm.
- “Music is emotionally fitting and calming.”
- “It's super cute and super wholesome!”
- “It's so cute; I really want 100 hamsters! I just installed it, and I want to cry; it's so cute.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the repetitive cycle of completing levels followed by frequent ads. Many express a desire for more diverse gameplay elements, such as additional mini-games or cooperative features, to alleviate the monotony of grinding for in-game rewards like furniture. Overall, the excessive ad interruptions contribute significantly to the frustration with the grinding experience.
- “Quite grindy for buying furniture for the hamsters. Just earning stars in each level is tedious, and the ads won't stop showing on my screen. That's exactly what I hate; every game I play has ads that pop up every few seconds and send you to the Play Store.”
- “Graphics are simple, but playing one level or two and then an ad, and then playing another level or two and then another ad, is tedious.”
- “I just wish it had more minigames and levels. Maybe add co-op or even a farming system to feed the hamsters or even breed them.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its cute aesthetics and amusing descriptions, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience. Players find the combination of fun and cuteness particularly appealing.
- “They are so cute and have funny descriptions!”
- “Fun, cute, and funny.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is praised for delivering amazing performance, allowing players to enjoy building and managing a charming hamster habitat without any technical issues.
- “Amazing performance, you can get a bunch of cute hamsters and make a cute little house!”