Happy Glass

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Happy Glass is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Lion Studios and was released on August 14, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Happy Glass" is a casual game with beautiful mechanics and ingenious visuals, where you draw lines to fill a glass with happiness. Despite its wholesome story and humor, the game is filled with bugs and can include too many ads and grinding. The tagline "Draw and fill it up!" accurately describes the simple yet engaging gameplay.

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47%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,300 reviews

gameplay30 positive mentions

monetization1.5k negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, providing a good mental workout.
Levels are creative and allow for multiple solutions, encouraging out-of-the-box thinking.
The graphics are cute and the overall design is appealing.

There are way too many ads, with a 30-second ad after almost every level, making gameplay frustrating.
The game often requires watching ads to achieve full stars, even if the level is completed perfectly.
The controls can be imprecise, making it difficult to see where the line is being drawn under your finger.

monetization
1,552 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free games, many find the frequency and length of these ads excessive and intrusive, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Additionally, the subscription model for ad removal is viewed as overpriced, further exacerbating dissatisfaction with the monetization approach.
- “If you want to charge $1.99 for this game, no advertising, many people would buy it, instead trying out and after uninstall because of those annoying ads.”
- “The only way to enjoy this game is to buy no ads, but it just isn't worth my time.”
- “However, it is advert heavy and the subscription and in-app purchases are a bit too high for the type of game this is.”
- “The game is fantastic but the amount of ads is completely ridiculous!”
- “This game is absolutely rotten with ads; I spend more time watching ads than playing the actual game.”
- “The sheer amount of ads you have to put up with makes it well nigh unplayable.”
gameplay
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with simple mechanics and enjoyable puzzles, but it is severely hampered by an overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience. Many players report a frustrating ratio of gameplay to ad time, often feeling that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. While the core gameplay concept is solid, the excessive advertising and occasional performance issues detract significantly from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay itself is great; however, the number of ads is just insane !!”
- “The actual gameplay is excellent; the levels really make you think about strategy.”
- “This is a gem within the flood of boring copycat games that actually gives you some unique and really creative gameplay!”
- “Gameplay for 10% of the time and watch ads for 90%.”
- “My experience with this game: 5 - 10 seconds of gameplay, then 30 seconds of ads, rinse, repeat.”
- “The gameplay is a series of mind-numbingly easy puzzles that are all essentially the same.”
music
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its charm and relaxing qualities, while others find it repetitive and intrusive, especially since it cannot be muted. Many users express frustration over the music interrupting their own playlists and being unable to turn it off, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite the appealing soundtrack for some, the lack of audio control and frequent ad interruptions significantly impact player enjoyment.
- “Otherwise, it's a good brain teaser game, with pleasing graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Love the dinky little song that plays throughout the game, definitely will be stuck in my head for a long time.”
- “The music is charming.”
- “Secondly, the music and sounds cannot be turned off.”
- “The game play was fun, but the music was annoying and repetitive.”
- “The annoying music wakes up the baby if I forget to turn the sound off on my phone, and it plays over podcasts, making it impossible to play while listening to something else!”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and charming, appealing to a casual audience, though many reviewers note that they are simplistic and somewhat generic. While some appreciate the cartoonish style, others criticize the graphics for lacking depth and realism, comparing them to flash game quality. Overall, the visuals are seen as adequate for the game's purpose, but not groundbreaking or next-gen.
- “Adorable graphics, mind-challenging puzzles, and just simple UI and gameplay make this game my new favorite.”
- “The graphics are charming and there's just enough challenge to keep me laughing.”
- “Overall I think this game is great; it does what it is supposed to do and the graphics are cute.”
- “The graphics are cute and cartoonish - but very generic.”
- “The graphics are also a little too simplistic.”
- “Graphics are cheap and flash game quality.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
95%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience problems after watching ads, such as not receiving rewards or the app shutting down entirely. While some users note that the game can function without major issues, the overall consensus is that the bugs and instability detract from the enjoyment of the game.
- “No glitches, and the ads are easy to bypass without making a purchase.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or interruptions.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
- “Love the concept of the game, but the app glitches and closes itself down in the middle of play.”
- “The game itself is fun, but it's buggy enough to not be too enjoyable to play.”
- “Honestly, I don't recommend downloading it; it's super buggy and there are too many ads, so 1 star.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as light-hearted and enjoyable, with players finding amusement in quirky elements like a funny bird glass and humorous glitches, such as the app not closing properly. While some users noted that the humor isn't overly challenging, the charming graphics and clever ad placements contribute to a fun experience that keeps players entertained.
- “Is really fun and my favorite glass was the funny bird one. I was first sad when I was not able to buy it, but I finally got it!”
- “That's actually hilarious to be honest... for that, I can get a Netflix + Hulu subscription and still have enough left over for a Little Caesars pizza.”
- “The graphics are charming and there's just enough challenge to keep me laughing.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the frequent and lengthy ads that interrupt gameplay. While the game itself is enjoyable, the excessive ad interruptions detract significantly from the overall experience, leading some to consider quitting.
- “It's getting pretty tedious.”
- “The game itself is pretty fun, but watching an ad before every single level is so tedious, and if it takes 30 seconds of meaningless ads to play a level, I'd rather not play the game at all.”
- “Ads are plentiful, which I expect from a free game, but they are quite long, which is tedious.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the emotional impact of the game, feeling patronized by its simplicity and overwhelmed by frequent ads. The lack of challenge leads to feelings of inadequacy, as the game fails to engage them meaningfully. Overall, the experience is marred by a sense of annoyance and diminished self-worth.
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the game's replayability could be significantly enhanced by allowing more flexibility in gameplay mechanics, such as the ability to draw and erase freely before initiating key actions.
- “This game would be much more enjoyable if I could draw and erase until I'm ready, and then start the water!”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to want to replay this game.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that while the game is free, the frequent interruptions from ads after every level significantly detract from the overall experience, overshadowing the story and gameplay.
- “The ads, on the other hand, are a different story... 1 or 2 appear after every level!”
- “I understand you added ads because the game is free, but you know how annoying it is to go through the ads after every mission???”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game generally performs well and runs smoothly through levels, but users report significant performance issues, including lag and frustrating bugs that can lead to lost progress and purchases.
- “The app runs smoothly and quickly through levels.”