High Risers

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High Risers is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by Kumobius and was released on November 1, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

High Risers is a physics-based game where you navigate through a corporate tower by bouncing off the walls to get as high as possible. Succeed in the world of work by literally rising to the top without breaking a sweat, and always have a golden parachute to ensure a soft landing. The game combines humor and challenging gameplay for a unique and entertaining experience.

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Single-Player

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,643 reviews

gameplay41 positive mentions

monetization87 negative mentions

The game is simple, fun, and addictive, making it a great time killer.
It features cute pixel art and smooth gameplay, which enhances the overall experience.
There are no intrusive ads, allowing for uninterrupted play, and optional ads for rewards are appreciated.

The game can become repetitive over time, lacking variety in gameplay and challenges.
Many features, such as new characters and environments, require real money to unlock, which can be frustrating.
Some players experience lag or glitches, particularly with controls and screen display.

monetization
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its minimal and non-intrusive approach, with most users noting that ads only appear when players choose to watch them for rewards, such as extra coins or character revives. Many reviewers appreciate the absence of forced ads, which enhances the overall gaming experience and encourages them to support the developers through in-app purchases for additional content. Overall, the game's monetization strategy is seen as user-friendly and contributes positively to its enjoyment.
- “It's truly addicting and the best part is that it has no ads.”
- “I never rate games unless I really like it; it has absolutely no ads unless you watch them for a prize, easy to learn and not complicated, recommended.”
- “A very simple yet relaxing game with no ads.”
- “Games like this with no excessive ads and money-hungry mechanics give me back my faith in mobile gaming.”
- “It's so hard to find a good game that won't force you to watch ads and for that, you all definitely deserve 5 stars.”
- “I don't know if it's only happening to me but it used to let me revive with ads but now it won't.”
gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for its simplicity, addictiveness, and smooth controls, making it accessible and enjoyable for casual players. Many reviewers appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and the game's retro-inspired mechanics, though some note that it can become repetitive over time. Suggestions for improvement include adding more mechanics and customization options to enhance the overall experience.
- “I always liked this type of games and I can say this is one of the best I've tried: smooth, responsive gameplay, and the most important, no ads!”
- “Cute visuals, tight controls, addicting gameplay, and it's super refreshing to see a game without an ad popping up every two seconds.”
- “Love the gameplay and overall gaming structure.”
- “The game is really addictive, there are very few features or gameplay, but it'll keep you clicking the play button multiple times.”
- “Very easy gameplay and I like it, but it can get monotonous quickly.”
- “The gameplay can get repetitive, but it is always fun.”
graphics
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, smooth animations, and nostalgic 8-bit aesthetics reminiscent of classic games. Players appreciate the simplicity and consistency of the visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience without being overwhelming. While some users suggest improvements for a more cohesive art style, the majority find the graphics to be cute, engaging, and well-suited for a fun, ad-free gaming experience.
- “I absolutely adore its pixel art style (very cute and smooth with 0 bugs).”
- “The pixel graphics look stunning.”
- “Fantastic, fast-paced platformer with adorable graphics and no intrusive ads.”
- “I really hate the graphics.”
- “It's like getting over it but with lower graphics.”
- “Just need to put a little bit more graphics.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its simple yet effective comedic elements and charming characters that keep them engaged. Many reviews note the absence of intrusive ads, allowing for a more enjoyable experience filled with laughter. Overall, the game's lightheartedness and amusing moments contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a fun and addictive choice for players.
- “This game is just amazing, simple and funny. It is the only game that I haven't uninstalled after playing for the first time. The ads are not stressful, and the concept of giving you new characters for free and simple backgrounds with beautiful art is the reason I keep playing this game for a long time.”
- “Challenge game, I like it! By the way, this achievement 'hard choices' made me laugh so hard. Nice sense of humor, developers!”
- “It's so funny and there are no boring ads!”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a strong desire for improved music in the game, noting that the current soundtrack feels lacking and contributes to an empty atmosphere. Many suggest the addition of more lively and engaging tracks, as well as the need for a consistent in-game soundtrack that doesn't cut out when the app is minimized. Overall, the feedback indicates that enhancing the music could significantly improve the gaming experience.
- “Lastly, I feel having a soundtrack in-game or per map would be really cool because when playing, the game sounds too empty.”
- “Could really use some music.”
- “What the hell is up with the text font and where is my soundtrack???”
- “Consider adding more lively music or something.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for a more structured narrative experience, suggesting the addition of a mission system and a dedicated story mode to enhance the game's storytelling elements. They feel that incorporating levels and a cohesive storyline would significantly improve the overall experience.
- “Maybe just need a story mode to make it more perfect.”
- “True story.”
- “Would love to see a mission system added.”
- “It needs missions.”
- “Levels, a storyline.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's smooth gameplay and rewarding system, contributing to its high replayability. However, some users express a desire for more playable characters to enhance the experience further. Overall, the game is considered enjoyable and worth revisiting.
- “Just fun, great reward system, and excellent replayability.”
- “Smooth gameplay and high replay value.”
- “An awesome game, but having more playable characters would be nice!”
- “An awesome game, but more playable characters would be nice!”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of different endings makes replaying feel pointless.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a generally stable experience with minimal ads and enjoyable gameplay. However, some players have noted the presence of glitches and lag that need to be addressed for a smoother experience.
- “No ads, no glitches, and really fun.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags.”
- “It's pretty good, but it needs to fix some glitches and lags.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be straightforward with clear objectives and easy controls; however, it can become tedious and time-consuming, especially if players do not take advantage of free gifts to progress.
- “The game has a simple, clear goal and easy controls, but it can be quite laggy and becomes really grindy if you don't utilize the free gifts.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting that while the limited free setting initially evokes sadness, the absence of ads contributes to a more wholesome and immersive experience.
- “At first, I was sad about only getting one free setting, but the lack of ads in this game makes it so much more wholesome.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is praised for its strong design, contributing to an overall positive experience alongside impressive platforming mechanics.
- “The character development in this game is truly impressive, with each character evolving in meaningful ways throughout the story.”
- “I love how the characters grow and change based on the choices I make, making every playthrough feel unique.”
- “The depth of the characters and their backstories adds so much richness to the gameplay experience.”