Help Me: Tricky Story

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Help Me: Tricky Story is a single player casual puzzle game. It received neutral reviews from players.

Help the characters to solve their problem.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,861 reviews

humor166 positive mentions

monetization1.2k negative mentions

The game is fun and satisfying, providing a humorous experience.
Many players find the gameplay enjoyable despite the ads.
The graphics and character design are appreciated by users.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, making it nearly unplayable.
Many users report inappropriate content and disturbing themes within the game.
Players are frustrated by the requirement for an internet connection to play, even in offline mode.

monetization
1,191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized for its excessive use of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. Users report being bombarded with ads before and after levels, as well as during gameplay, making the experience nearly unplayable. Despite some acknowledging the game's potential, the overwhelming presence of ads has led to a significant number of negative reviews, with many players expressing frustration and suggesting that the game feels more like an ad platform than an actual game.
- “If this game is offline, it's good there are no ads; you can enjoy playing it.”
- “I love the game; the best part is it has no ads.”
- “Super fun, no ads.”
- “The ads are so aggressive.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the game, ads between each level and during the level at the bottom.”
- “This game is unplayable because the ads cover the entire screen.”
humor
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, often describing it as "funny" or "silly." However, a significant number of reviews express frustration over the excessive ads, which detract from the overall experience and sometimes overshadow the humor. Despite the ad-related complaints, the game's comedic elements, including lowbrow and gross humor, resonate well with a large audience, making it enjoyable for many.
- “This game is hilarious!!!”
- “It's so funny my daughter told me to play this game. I'm 43 and I'm a man.”
- “So funny and hilarious ”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple and occasionally enjoyable, but it is heavily marred by an overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience. Many users report that the frequency and intrusiveness of ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing the game. While some find the gameplay itself to be fun, the persistent interruptions lead to frustration and dissatisfaction among players.
- “The gameplay is great ”
- “Finally, original gameplay!”
- “There is too many ads but gameplay is kind of fun.”
- “The ads were too persistent and were disrupting my gameplay, so I tried playing offline.”
- “Game itself is awful but the adverts outweigh any gameplay by about 3 to 1 and take over half the screen.”
- “There's more ads than there is gameplay?”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews for "Help Me: Tricky Story" highlight a significant dissatisfaction with the game's story aspect, as players express frustration over the overwhelming presence of ads and a lack of engaging narrative content. While some users appreciate the gameplay mechanics, many feel that the story is underdeveloped and not compelling, leading to a desire for more substantial updates and a real storyline. Overall, the game's narrative fails to meet player expectations, overshadowed by intrusive advertisements.
- “I was excited to try 'Help Me: Tricky Story', expecting a fun and engaging brain teaser game.”
- “Amazing story”
- “The title of the story is 'I Can't Fly Without You'.”
- “I hate it. I want it to have a real story.”
- “There are many ads. Open the game, ad. Next mission, ad.”
- “The same ad happened. Please do not get the game; it's a waste of your time. I only got 3 minutes to play the game and the rest of it was ads. It also did not let me sleep. Don't let your kids download it. Tricky Story is a 1 star; it will take a lot of space. The ad made it seem nice, but no, please do not get the game.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the fun and unique style, while others criticize them as lowbrow and poor. Despite the visual quality being described as high in some instances, the overall sentiment is overshadowed by frustrations regarding frequent ads interrupting gameplay.
- “So addictive, easy, relaxing. I love this game so much! The game may have a lot of ads, but it's really easy yet challenging enough that you will love it. The graphics and the levels are so, so, so good!”
- “High quality graphics.”
- “Yes, it's cute and fun; I like the graphics.”
- “Weird, gross game with unpleasant visuals and sounds, plus full-screen ads between every level.”
- “Lowbrow humor and poor graphics, but somewhat playable.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and freezing reported by users, particularly during gameplay. Many players have expressed frustration over the game's inability to function properly, leading to a poor overall experience.
- “But you are saying that I have to do it in one ball and that with 100 glitches. Please do not download this game. It is ridiculous and impossible to play. Please read it all. Thank you for listening.”
- “Glitches and ads that pop up like crazy.”
- “Every time I try to put together a sandwich or have been on it too long, it freezes on my phone and tablet when my storage isn't full.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the excessive presence of ads, likening the experience to a grinding game focused on monetization rather than enjoyable gameplay.
- “Yes, I know you included ads to make money, but the sheer number of ads makes it feel like a grinding game for real-life money.”
- “The grinding in this game is excessive; it feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as plucky and capable of providing a cathartic experience, despite its otherwise morbidly curious tone. It complements the gameplay with a unique sound that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- “The music is plucky and adds a cathartic feel to the otherwise morbidly curious atmosphere of the game.”
- “The ragdoll effects combined with the soundtrack create a unique and engaging experience.”
- “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's tone.”
- “It's repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the character design, indicating a positive reception towards the visual and aesthetic aspects of the characters, though specific details on character development are not provided.