Hello Stars

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Hello Stars is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Fastone Games Studio and was released on August 3, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Hello Stars" is a physics-based puzzle game where you guide a ball to touch all stars in each level using gravity-affected objects. With 200+ levels and hundreds of ways to solve each, players must think flexibly to find the best solution. The game features challenging physics puzzles, with solutions provided at the end of each level, and encourages players to contact the developer with any questions or comments.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

humor498 positive mentions

monetization1.2k negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good way to pass the time.
It challenges players to think creatively and solve puzzles, making it engaging.
The graphics and animations are enjoyable, adding to the overall experience.

There are too many ads, which disrupt the gameplay and frustrate players.
The game can become repetitive and boring after a while, lacking variety in levels.
Some players experience crashes or glitches, particularly after reaching level 71.

monetization
1,237 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the frequency and length of ads, often feeling that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. Additionally, the subscription model to remove ads, priced at around $2.99 per week, is viewed as excessive, leading to a negative perception of the game's overall value.
- “I think the price for no ads is a bit steep.”
- “It's nice but don't put ads and no one wants to pay for no ads.”
- “So fun... and I love it because there are no ads.”
- “The game itself is alright, but there are way too many ads and removing them is way too expensive.”
- “You will spend more time watching the same five 30-second ads than you will actually playing.”
- “This entire game is one big lie, and everyone who helped advertise or create the game should be ashamed of themselves for stealing assets and purposely misadvertising the game.”
humor
500 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, often describing it as a great way to pass the time. The comedic elements, such as funny animations and scenarios, contribute to its addictive nature, although some users express frustration with the frequency of ads interrupting the gameplay. Overall, the game is characterized as both funny and engaging, making it a popular choice for those seeking lighthearted fun.
- “The clip in the beginning of the game was super funny and I love how every time the ball hits him he wakes up angry.”
- “This game is so funny and hard; I have trouble trying to beat some of the puzzles.”
- “It's funny and addictive.”
- “This is not a game, this is not funny.”
- “I think this should be fantastic --------- get it, 'fanta'? Haha, I'm not funny, am I?”
graphics
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as fun, quirky, and visually appealing, while others criticize them for being simplistic, poorly executed, or in need of improvement. Many users appreciate the smooth performance and decent quality for a mobile game, but a significant number express a desire for more detail and better animations. Overall, while some find the graphics enjoyable, a substantial portion of feedback suggests that enhancements are necessary for a more engaging visual experience.
- “The graphics are pretty precise and challenging.”
- “Good game mechanics, runs smoothly, graphics are great, the upgrades look nice and no forced ads, which is always a huge plus.”
- “This game is so cool and the graphics are awesome.”
- “Gave it a shot for 40 levels but it's too easy, bad stories, ugly graphics and just a waste of time.”
- “Looks like a child did the graphics, too many ads and generally annoying.”
- “Just terrible, graphics are really bad.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics, primarily involving basic puzzles that require guiding a red ball to wake a stick figure. However, many users express frustration with the excessive number of ads, which disrupt the experience and overshadow the gameplay quality. While some players appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the game, others find it uninspired and disappointing, particularly due to the misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the actual gameplay.
- “Good game mechanics, runs smoothly, graphics are great, the upgrades look nice and no forced ads, which is always a huge plus.”
- “I love it in every way! The gameplay is awesome, it's very time-consuming and an awesome game to play.”
- “Awesome gameplay and a great time killer.”
- “30-40 second ads after every 20 seconds of gameplay - ridiculous.”
- “Ads, ads, more ads, on top of some pretty uninspired gameplay with stick figure graphics.”
- “Gameplay is a pretty big ripoff of others, with reduced fun.”
music
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, while others describe it as repetitive and annoying. Many users express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack, suggesting that changing the music with each level could enhance the experience. Overall, while some appreciate the background music as fun and engaging, others feel it detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “It is really good in terms of the difficulty and the different game modes, and I have to say that the sound and music is really good.”
- “This game deserves 5 stars; it is so satisfying and relaxing, and it has amazing music in it.”
- “Fun and goofy game; love all the music and cool faces.”
- “If you ever played Fantastic Contraption, it's a cheap knockoff of that game with annoying music and characters.”
- “It's a simple line puzzle with lame music and an upgrade feature put in place to make you think you're doing something that could eventually become fun.”
- “The music sucks but the game is fun.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for being minimal and misleading, with players expecting a narrative-driven experience but instead encountering only a brief introductory level followed by gameplay that lacks any coherent story. While some users appreciate the cute characters and simple storyline, many express frustration over the overwhelming presence of ads and the lack of depth in the narrative, suggesting a desire for more substantial storytelling elements. Overall, the story is seen as an underdeveloped feature that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Cute story and characters.”
- “Awesome game, good quality, and good backstory.”
- “I think this is a really fun game. I love the background and the little stories.”
- “The ads make the game seem like it's story-based, but you'll get one level of a stupid story where you drag the ball to wake the dude up, and then the next 7 levels have nothing to do with a story. Plus, so many ads are pushed into your face.”
- “Aww man, this is just a horrible game. The ads increase as you play, it lags way too much, and it does not follow a single story.”
- “It's a very addicting game, but I don't quite get the concept. Please add more storyline.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, lagging, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, especially after reaching higher levels. While players find the game enjoyable and addictive, the technical issues, including black screens and app crashes, detract from the overall experience. Many users are calling for fixes to these stability problems to enhance their enjoyment.
- “The game is fun when you just start, but as soon as you get to about level 30, clothes start to appear such as you can draw a line, but the line doesn't show or freezes 99% of the time if you try to draw a line.”
- “It used to be fun and addictive, but now it's lagging for me and always freezes and kicks me out of the game.”
- “The game freezes and won't let you press the home button.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game is enjoyable, users have noted that the character designs are lacking, which may impact the overall character development experience. Despite this, players still express a strong affection for the game.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth for the characters throughout the game.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs don't evolve in a satisfying way.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to become tedious quickly, leading to frustration and a diminished enjoyment of the overall experience.
- “Gets tedious really fast.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
- “It quickly becomes a chore rather than a fun experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, featuring smooth performance and impressive graphics, complemented by appealing upgrades and the absence of forced ads, enhancing the overall user experience.
- “Good game mechanics, runs smoothly, graphics are great, the upgrades look nice, and no forced ads, which is always a huge plus.”