Hey Color Paint by Number Art

"Hey Color Paint by Number Art" is a puzzle game that offers relaxing and happy coloring experiences for adults with its awesome graphics. However, the game can be quite buggy and the frequent and annoying ads can be a turn-off for some players. Overall, it's a decent game for those who enjoy paint-by-number puzzles.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15,996 reviews

graphics34 positive mentions

monetization755 negative mentions

monetization
780 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the app is heavily criticized due to the excessive number of ads, which many users find intrusive and disruptive to the coloring experience. While some users acknowledge that ads are expected in free apps, they express frustration over ads appearing during gameplay, leading to interruptions and a less relaxing experience. There are calls for a paid option to remove ads, as many players feel that the current ad frequency detracts significantly from their enjoyment of the app.
- “I will not pay for no ads when I can use other apps that I can color by numbers for free and with fewer ads.”
- “I'd pay for no ads; however, the only thing more ridiculous than paying $19.99 for any game/app is paying $19.99 per month!”
- “A paid version with no ads would be nice.”
- “Way too many ads, it's ridiculous you can't even color for 5 minutes without an ad throwing you off.”
- “I could tolerate the ads between pictures, but now it's suddenly jumping to websites in the middle of coloring (I'm not clicking an ad by accident).”
- “The amount of ads are unbelievably ridiculous!!!”
stability
67 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users frequently reporting freezing, crashing, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over having to restart the app multiple times, often losing progress in the process. While some users enjoy the content, the persistent technical problems have led to dissatisfaction and a search for alternatives.
- “It's so relaxing, and it runs smoothly with no glitches. The colors are nice.”
- “No glitches.”
- “It's so relaxing, and it runs smoothly with no glitches. The colors are nice.”
- “The game freezes constantly after going from ads back to the picture, which means you have to reboot the whole thing.”
- “I like the pictures but the app freezes up and kicks me out of the app completely at least 3 times per picture.”
- “It just freezes up and I have to go back and start all over.”
graphics
58 mentions
59 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics in the app are widely praised for their clarity, vibrancy, and variety, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable user experience. Many users appreciate the beautiful artwork and the diverse range of subjects available for coloring, although some have noted issues with ads and occasional technical glitches. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature that enhances the creative process and helps alleviate stress.
- “I really love this app! It's so relaxing and it's got really good pictures and graphics. Love the content of it so much to choose from, keep them coming! Kudos to the makers!”
- “Wonderful graphics, very diverse in what they offer for the daily color, which I appreciate.”
- “Vibrant colors and amazing graphics.”
- “However, I am very disappointed when I finished a lot of artworks; I get a blank screen.”
- “It's so disappointing that I lost all my artworks due to the issue of the app itself.”
- “I am about to uninstall this app due to the disgusting ads from Happy Match Cafe ASMR. The graphics are gross and disgusting.”
music
16 mentions
50 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Users express a strong desire for relaxing background music in coloring apps, highlighting its therapeutic benefits for managing stress and anxiety. While some appreciate the existing soundscapes, many feel that the music could be improved or made more soothing, with suggestions for adding calming tunes to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the feedback indicates that a more thoughtful musical accompaniment could significantly elevate user enjoyment.
- “It's amazing... good eye exercise... every time I play this game, the song 'Color the World' pops in my head... but sometimes it's nice to have some realistic colors.”
- “Best yet, wish you had relaxing music to listen to after a long day. Holiday classic tunes help you after shopping and wrapping gifts. Well, thanks for answering me back; you have a great holiday season.”
- “Nice, but I wish you would add some relaxing music tunes softly while I paint to help me relax after a long work day. Thanks for the next update!”
- “Then a blaring ad playing music comes on out of nowhere.”
- “Would have got 5 but I find the music really annoying and wish I could turn it off.”
- “You need to add some music in the background.”
humor
13 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with users finding it funny and entertaining, particularly for children. Many comments highlight the amusing visuals and situations, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. However, some users suggest that reducing ads could enhance the overall enjoyment.
- “It's very funny and brain fresh !!!!”
- “Very funny, more interesting than real.”
- “So funny 😍”
grinding
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, primarily due to frequent interruptions from ads and challenges in accessing certain colors. While some appreciate the beautiful pictures and feel the effort is worthwhile, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the repetitive nature of the gameplay.
- “Coloring should be fun and relieve stress, but the scandalous frequency you disrupt coloring with useless ads makes the experience tedious.”
- “Became tedious tracking down tiny numbers to finish painting.”
- “It's sorta tedious at times when the color you push is unavailable, but it's worth it.”
emotional
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be largely positive, describing it as relaxing and fulfilling a deep desire to create art. The inviting and heartwarming visuals contribute to a soothing experience, despite some frustrations with ad interruptions and response times.
- “Feel very relaxing after this painting, and fulfill my heartfelt desire to really paint such sceneries.”
- “The items are very inviting and heartwarming.”
- “Feel very relaxing after this painting, and fulfill my heartfelt desire to really paint such sceneries.”
optimization
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game received mixed reviews; while some users reported a smooth and glitch-free experience with appealing colors, others experienced performance issues and glitches that detracted from their enjoyment.
- “It's so relaxing, and it runs smoothly with no glitches. The colors are nice.”
- “It's so relaxing, and it runs smoothly with no glitches. The colors are nice.”
gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally well-received, with users appreciating the mindless and relaxing mechanics of coloring. However, interruptions from clicking on the next color and the presence of ads detract from the overall experience.
- “The mechanics are good - mindless coloring, you don't have to pay attention or keep track of anything.”
- “Gameplay is awesome, I only wish there was a way to get rid of the ads.”
- “Having to click on the next color interrupts the gameplay significantly.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive and make it frustrating to navigate.”
- “The pacing of the game is too slow, leading to a tedious experience.”