Hole io: Gold Edition

About

Hole.io is a multiplayer action game where you play as a growing black hole, consuming objects and even whole cities to increase in size. The main goal is to eat as much as possible within the two-minute time limit or until you're the last hole standing in battle royale mode. With a variety of maps and the ability to respawn quickly, Hole.io offers a funny and engaging experience, despite some bugs and occasional annoying ads.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics139 positive mentions

monetization4.7k negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience of consuming objects.
The addition of new maps and skins keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.
The game is easy to learn and can be played in short sessions, making it a great time killer.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, including interruptions during gameplay, which disrupts the flow and enjoyment.
Recent updates have removed game modes and features, limiting gameplay options and making it repetitive.
There are persistent bugs, such as freezing and graphical glitches, that hinder the overall experience.

monetization
5,109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
1%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads. Players report frequent interruptions from ads during gameplay, including new "halftime" ads that disrupt the flow of the game, as well as mandatory ads after each round. Many users feel misled by the "no ads" purchase option, which still requires them to watch ads for bonuses or during gameplay, leading to frustration and a decline in overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Monetization is actually consumer friendly, which is a pleasant difference compared to the gaming market and while gameplay is repetition, it's actually fun and entertaining.”
- “I paid for no ads and that is all the 'support' I am willing to give.”
- “I paid for no ads, but since it's been updated, I have ads and it spazes out when I hit the no ads button, it does nothing when I hit restore purchase.”
- “The game could be fun, but the ads are too much.”
- “I paid to remove ads in the early days of the app, and now it's like one pops up every 30 seconds.”
- “This game used to be good, but now there's so many ads it's practically unplayable.”
stability
603 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashing, and graphical glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues when attempting to restore purchases or during ad transitions, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its numerous bugs and instability detract from the overall experience, prompting calls for urgent fixes.
- “No glitches and fast.”
- “No glitches or problems noted so far.”
- “This game has no glitches at all while playing!”
- “The game freezes when trying to restore any progress, which is a shame because I actually bought no ads.”
- “Every time I click on 'restore purchase', it just freezes on the loading screen and doesn't do anything.”
- “The game glitches way too much; most of the games I play, the map doesn't completely load.”
graphics
564 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
62%
13%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over recent updates that have led to significant glitches, flickering, and a general decline in visual quality. While some users appreciate the aesthetic improvements and find the graphics enjoyable, others criticize the low-poly designs and performance issues, particularly on larger devices. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the game has potential, the current graphical problems detract from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are nice, and I like how there's three modes to play in.”
- “The graphics are great, the different types of skins are excellent, and the different maps are the best things ever.”
- “The graphics are clean, and collecting things in the hole is very satisfying.”
- “The graphics constantly glitch and the game becomes slow as I progress through each game.”
- “The graphics are now terrible.”
- “The graphics keep flashing black and blue with diagonal lines everywhere, making it impossible to know where you are going.”
gameplay
474 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
66%
9%
The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun and addictive, with simple mechanics that are easy to grasp. However, numerous reviews highlight a significant issue with excessive advertisements, particularly those that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating and often unplayable. Players express a desire for more variety in gameplay modes and longer play sessions, as the current structure often leads to more time spent watching ads than actually playing.
- “The gameplay is really satisfying.”
- “Super fun, great gameplay, very unique game idea.”
- “The gameplay is fun, and the different game types allow you to play competitively with others or single-player to beat your own high score.”
- “The ads are too much with one interrupting gameplay every match.”
- “It's mostly ads with occasional gameplay.”
- “Ads pop up and block the entire screen during gameplay.”
music
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
83%
10%
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks music and sound effects, which many players feel detracts from the overall experience. Users express frustration over intrusive ads that interrupt their own music, and a strong desire for background music and sound effects to enhance gameplay. While the gameplay itself is often praised, the absence of audio elements is a common complaint that could significantly improve player satisfaction.
- “I play this game a lot when I get home from work and listen to music in my headphones and just zone out before I go to bed.”
- “Would love to see the game develop more to include more rewards/difficulties for higher ranks, leaderboards, some music/sound effects, and more maps.”
- “The game is amazing and fun and entertaining, and I am so happy for that update about the new worlds. Maybe you can do more options to the game like music and more skins, more worlds, but to conclude, it is my favorite game I have been playing for a super long time.”
- “I love the gameplay, but it feels unfinished, as there are no sound effects or music whatsoever, and the game is played against bots rather than actual online opponents.”
- “I was so excited when I saw that there was music in the advertisement for this app, but when I installed it and got ready to play, I was appalled to see there was no music.”
- “Great, engaging gameplay, but for such a highly rated app, it has really basic features, very few cosmetic options which seem to be the only rewards, only like 3 maps, and no audio effects or music.”
story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
85%
6%
The game's story aspect is criticized for its lack of depth and variety, with players expressing a desire for more engaging missions and a cohesive narrative. Many users feel that the removal of mission options and the prevalence of ads detract from the overall experience, leading to repetitive gameplay. Suggestions for improvement include adding a dedicated story mode, daily quests, and a more rewarding mission structure to enhance player engagement.
- “I usually play story mode.”
- “This game can literally be top tier, make a story mode.”
- “I just wish there were more maps and more to the solo, like a campaign/story.”
- “The story mode doesn't have enough time or allow you to move fast enough to actually get much more than 60% of the level.”
- “Well, the game itself is addictive, but right now it has to be improved. None can reach max level, and some of the quests seem broken. For example, the office level has a quest about eating 10 cars, but there are no cars on the level. The ships level has a quest about eating the volcano, but you can't reach max level, so it's impossible to eat it.”
- “I'd purchase the ad-free version, but I'd rather get a 4 for 4 from Wendy's instead, considering the game doesn't have much to offer. It's always the same map, so it's repetitive, with very few tasks and missions.”
optimization
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
40%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering, freezing, and graphical glitches across various devices, including high-end models. Recent updates have not improved the situation; instead, they have led to lower graphical fidelity and the removal of customizable graphics options, further exacerbating the experience. While some players have noted minor improvements, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, making it unplayable for many.
- “Most recent update provided an excellent futuristic map and optimization for the other maps.”
- “They've definitely improved their performance.”
- “Improved performance greatly on my Blu Vivo XL4!”
- “However, the latest patch has brought performance down to a halt.”
- “But the only and biggest problem this game experiences is the lack of game optimization on most devices.”
- “The game suffers from performance issues and rendering many objects at a time, causing it to run at very low FPS.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the quirky animations, funny character interactions, and amusing sound effects that contribute to an entertaining experience. Many find the game's concept and design to be hilariously engaging, although some users have noted bugs that detract from the fun. Overall, the game is described as addictive and filled with laugh-out-loud moments, making it a hit among players looking for lighthearted entertainment.
- “It's very unique and brilliantly funny as well as brilliantly designed.”
- “The game is funny and challenging.”
- “This game is a deadset crackup, from the moment my kids and I turn it on, to the moment we turn it off, we are all stuck laughing our heads off and it's an ongoing conversation in the house.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The reviews on replayability are mixed, with some players praising the game for its fun mechanics and high replay value, while others criticize it for a lack of depth and the negative impact of frequent ads on the overall experience. Many users express a desire for additional challenges or completion metrics to enhance replayability, indicating that while some find it enjoyable to revisit, others feel it lacks sufficient content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “The game is very fun and replayable, and the little details like each individual object being separate really did make a difference.”
- “Infinite replayability.”
- “Genuinely fun, replayable game.”
- “It took me no time to beat the early challenges, but there is no replayability to get the harder stuff.”
- “Replay value is low.”
- “Zero depth or replayability.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
Players consistently find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to a loss of enjoyment after initial fun. Many express frustration with the lack of meaningful progression and the overwhelming presence of ads, which further detracts from the experience. Suggestions for improvement include introducing new levels and enhancing multiplayer options to alleviate the monotony.
- “You'll find that you've done everything in the game and now it's just tedious.”
- “I think this game has massive potential, but as it is now, it gets tedious and boring.”
- “The game moves from being good fun to being tedious.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's controls and technical issues, which detract from the overall experience and evoke feelings of disappointment. The inability to restore progress and the intrusive ads contribute to a sense of heartbreak, overshadowing the enjoyment of the game. Despite these challenges, players still find the game fun, indicating a complex emotional response.
- “Too heartbreaking to know it can all just be lost with no restore or help.. fun game though”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight that the game successfully creates a fun and engaging atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “I think the creators have created a fun atmosphere!”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the experience.”