Hello Kitty Friends

About

"Hello Kitty Friends" is a kid-friendly puzzle game featuring single-player match-2 blast gameplay with Sanrio characters Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, and Gudetama. The game boasts beautiful graphics and humorous elements, though it does include annoying ads. Its description labels it as a product of Superawesome, a leading interactive entertainment company for the mobile world.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,593 reviews

graphics39 positive mentions

monetization54 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a variety of Sanrio characters to collect.
The game is visually appealing with colorful graphics and adorable animations.
Developers are responsive and polite, quickly addressing glitches and issues.

Levels can become frustratingly difficult, often requiring in-app purchases to progress.
The game frequently pushes ads and in-app purchases, which can detract from the experience.
There is no offline mode, making it less accessible for players without a stable internet connection.

monetization
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
9%
77%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which can disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate that ads are not forced and can be avoided, others feel that the game pushes in-app purchases too aggressively, leading to a "pay-to-win" experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable and cute, the excessive ads and microtransactions detract from the overall experience for many users.
- “Obsessed with this game right now! Unlike other mobile games, this game isn't pay-to-play; in other words, the gameplay doesn't depend on in-app purchases.”
- “No ads, fun gameplay, the cutest characters and themes, what more can you want in a game?”
- “Awesome and fair pricing if you decide to make in-app purchases!”
- “The amount of ads is ridiculous, especially since it requires wifi access; the ads seem unnecessary.”
- “The game is fun but the amount of ads is a near deal breaker.”
- “It's a candy crush-like puzzle filled with microtransactions that gets harder and harder until you are forced to pay for powerups.”
graphics
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
38%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and nostalgic appeal, particularly featuring beloved Sanrio characters. Players appreciate the smooth animations and vibrant visuals, which contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable gaming experience. However, some users noted minor issues, such as small bubble sizes and occasional gameplay interruptions, but overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature of the game.
- “Very nostalgic Sanrio characters, cute graphics, adorable animations, sweet soundscape, rather addictive gameplay, really relaxing, soothing and satisfying experience, highly recommended!”
- “The graphics are amazing and the animation is so good!”
- “Bright and colorful graphics, all the favorite characters, fun achievements, not frustratingly difficult.”
- “However, the bubbles are very small; home music doesn't suit the aesthetics; not satisfactory when popping bubbles; the tutorial is scarce to the point that it doesn't explain some of the important steps when overcoming certain obstacles; could tell that it requires players to either pay money or use items that are unnecessary just in the first hour I played-- I don't play with gimmicks.”
- “Quality graphics but uninstalling because 1) no, I don't care to share 2) no, I don't care to decorate anything 3) I'd really like to skip the tutorials 4) lots of pop-up ads ... just want gameplay of matching mechanics.”
- “Cute graphics, love playing but after playing 1 level, it will hang.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
13%
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by its simple mechanics and appealing graphics, but many users express a desire for improvements, particularly regarding power-ups, level difficulty, and the presence of ads. While some players enjoy the cute characters and find the gameplay fun and easy to learn, others are frustrated by restrictions like limited lives and monetization that hinder their experience. The consensus suggests that while the game has potential, it requires enhancements to fully engage players.
- “I love Sanrio and match puzzle games, and everything about it is cute - the music, the art, the gameplay.”
- “No ads, fun gameplay, the cutest characters and themes, what more can you want in a game?”
- “The graphics and gameplay are beyond superb!”
- “There is nothing to complain graphic-wise but the gameplay needs some improvement in the power-up feature.”
- “Quality graphics but uninstalling because 1) no, I don't care to share 2) no, I don't care to decorate anything 3) I'd really like to skip the tutorials 4) lots of pop-up ads ... just want gameplay of matching mechanics.”
- “This game was cute, but the gameplay is so bad that I had to uninstall.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it cute and fitting the game's aesthetic, while others describe it as irritating and grating, leading them to turn it off entirely. There are requests for more music options and volume control, as well as complaints about static and distortion in the audio. Overall, the music aspect seems to detract from the experience for a significant number of players.
- “I love Sanrio and match puzzle games and everything about it is cute - the music, the art, the gameplay.”
- “Love the colors and the music.”
- “The music and graphics are adorable.”
- “The music became staticky and warped; it sounded like Satan himself was coming from my speakers.”
- “I really dislike the current ones— the background music and the sound effects are just straight up irritating (sort of grating to the ears).”
- “I had to turn both off and just play the game in silence because I couldn't stand the music...”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the game for its humor, describing it as "cute and funny" with engaging scenarios that elicit laughter. The lighthearted tone and amusing graphics contribute to an enjoyable experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the humor is a significant draw for players, enhancing their enjoyment.
- “I love this game, it's so cute and funny.”
- “Very good game, funny and the graphics of each scenario are amazing.”
- “This game is so funny and amazing.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern for users, with frequent freezing issues and error messages reported, particularly when attempting to watch videos for in-game rewards. While some players note that it is not overly buggy, the persistent glitches detract from the overall experience.
- “I've been getting no feedback whatsoever regarding my game that freezes out of my games to play.”
- “When I try multiple times, it freezes and an error pops up.”
- “Game is okay, but freezes a lot every time I attempt to watch a video for gems.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be overwhelmingly positive, describing it as wholesome and cute, with moments that evoke strong feelings, such as sadness and nostalgia. The game's charm and endearing characters resonate deeply, making it a heartfelt experience that appeals to a wide audience.
- “Overall, really easy to understand, challenging enough to keep me interested, and just wholesome and good.”
- “This Hello Kitty game is too cute for my soul and mind; it's so wholesome! 🥰🥲”
- “And Cat Noir made me cry because he called me a 5-year-old playing this. Don't play, and making the house is so bad; it's so sad, and I'm crying when making this.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story is characterized by its charming and cute characters, with some users finding the missions challenging and occasionally requiring in-game purchases to progress. Despite its simplicity, players humorously note that it offers a more engaging narrative than popular romantic tales like Twilight.
- “Sanrio really knows that we are lost against the cute characters and made some missions impossible without purchasing gems.”
- “Challenging special missions.”
- “Still a better love story than Twilight.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the gacha system enjoyable, but it can become quite grindy for those who choose not to spend money, requiring significant time investment to progress.
- “Gacha is fun, yet it can be quite grindy if you don't spend money.”
- “The grinding aspect of the game feels tedious and repetitive after a while.”
- “I enjoy the game, but the amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming.”