Home Pin: Pull Pin Xmas Puzzle

"Home Pin: Pull Pin Xmas Puzzle" is a puzzle game with a good plot about a man and his wife. The game mechanics are solid, and the graphics are top-notch, but it can be very grinding with annoying ads. Despite some bugs, the game boasts of hilarious moments and challenges you to "pin the pull" to build their home. Overall, a decent puzzle game to pass the time during the holiday season.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,980 reviews

humor139 positive mentions

monetization2,366 negative mentions

monetization
2,431 mentions
2 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads. Many players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often feeling that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. While some acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the frequency and length of these ads have led to a significant decline in enjoyment, with several users suggesting that the game feels more like a platform for advertisements than a genuine gaming experience.
- “Love the feature where I can pay a small fee for no ads.”
- “This game has almost no ads!”
- “Great game, no ads... it surely deserves 5 stars.”
- “Forced ads are not cool, especially after every other level.”
- “I liked the game enough to pay $2.99 plus tax to remove annoying ads, but ads are still there.”
- “You feel no accomplishment whatsoever in this game and only get ads crammed down your face.”
humor
140 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it fun, funny, and often hilarious, particularly in the character designs and sound effects. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to entertain and engage players through its comedic elements, although some note that the humor can become repetitive over time. Overall, the game is seen as a lighthearted and amusing experience suitable for all ages.
- “This is a funny, goofy, and fun game to play.”
- “It's funny as well; I play it before my naps and before bed or while I'm waiting on random life stuff to start 😂😂.”
- “This game is not only fun but it's hilarious about the deaths and humorous ways to take out the enemies.”
- “It is extremely boring... it was not funny or challenging... it was not worth the wait installing this game. I would have given this game 0 stars, but the lowest I could go was 1 star. I recommend this game if you want to waste your time.”
stability
121 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the overwhelming consensus is that the numerous bugs and performance problems severely detract from the overall experience. Recent updates have attempted to address these issues, but many users still encounter persistent stability problems.
- “After the update, it's been a great game with no glitches.”
- “It is a really fun game with no glitches or purchases.”
- “It's so good, no glitches at all.”
- “The glitches and bugs and problems I have been experiencing with just about every other level is just absurd!”
- “Can't even enjoy the game as it says it's loaded at 100% then just freezes or straight up crashes.”
- “The game is always having too many glitches, and the developer doesn't seem to know how to fix it properly.”
graphics
120 mentions
53 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the colorful and cute designs, while others criticize them as simplistic or low-quality, likening them to early 90s standards. Some users find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for a casual game, but a significant number express disappointment over their rudimentary nature and the presence of distracting ads. Overall, while the graphics are often described as fun and appealing, there is a clear call for improvement in quality and variety.
- “Graphics have a nice retro comic book look.”
- “Very fun pull the pin game with cute graphics and sounds.”
- “Overall game is good, graphics are awesome, music is ok.”
- “Graphics are about early 90s level.”
- “The graphics are rudimentary, the game doesn't tell you what new features do, the actual design of the characters, rooms & buildings are just 2nd grader simple!”
- “Graphics are awful, it's way too easy, and there's ads every second.”
gameplay
59 mentions
22 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and well-designed, with good graphics and controls; however, it is heavily marred by an excessive number of ads that often outnumber actual gameplay time, leading to a tedious experience. Many players find the gameplay too easy and repetitive, with a slow progression that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the introduction of new mechanics, the overwhelming presence of ads and the lack of challenge have led to frustration and uninstalls.
- “The gameplay is really good, the graphics are good, and the controls are good; they have a little problem but like 1% out of 100%, so it's not terrible.”
- “It's actually funnier to fail and watch your character catch fire, but the gameplay is fun and engaging.”
- “Nice gameplay, graphics, easy control, enjoyable.”
- “Too many ads interrupting gameplay... it's also boring... this game could be so much more interesting.”
- “You spend more time on the ads than actual gameplay.”
- “One long series of ads, with a few seconds of boring, simple, pointless gameplay.”
music
42 mentions
14 % positive mentions
79 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its whimsical and comical nature, while others find it obnoxious and repetitive, particularly criticizing certain sound effects like a persistent "beep." Many users express frustration over the inability to turn off the music or sound effects entirely, which detracts from their overall experience. Overall, while the music adds a fun element for some, it can also be a significant annoyance for others.
- “Really like the music.”
- “Very relaxing, funny music.”
- “Love this game, normally turn game music off, but find this game's characters & music quite comical, which makes it more enjoyable & a little silly!”
- “I should have the option to not listen to the ridiculous clown music playing in the background.”
- “The music is obnoxious.”
- “Sound and music refuses to turn off.”
story
30 mentions
27 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as simplistic and juvenile, with many players noting its lack of depth and coherence. While some appreciate the inclusion of a storyline that adds a layer of interest to the gameplay, others find it repetitive and illogical, often overshadowed by ads and a focus on puzzle mechanics rather than narrative development. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, but fails to engage players seeking a more substantial narrative experience.
- “I like the mini 'story line' and that I get little pieces of furniture to complete the rooms.”
- “The game 'story' is fun and relates to the game too instead of just randomly put 'enemy'.”
- “Having a bit of a story makes it more interesting.”
- “The 'story' is illogical.”
- “Boring, bombarded with ads, levels are repetitive, the story line makes little to no sense.”
- “The game story is not really interesting.”
grinding
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly when offline play forces them to replay the same levels. The frequent ad interruptions further contribute to the frustration, making the gameplay feel slow and unchallenging. Overall, many users express dissatisfaction with the lack of variety and challenge, leading to a sense of boredom.
- “However, I realized that when you play offline, it repeats the same level over and over again, which gets boring and tedious. But when you're online, you can move forward to the next level.”
- “Like all ad-driven games, the build-up to challenging gameplay is so slow that it makes the experience tedious, allowing them to maximize their ad revenue.”
- “No challenge at all; it's boring, tedious, and repetitive.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for improved replayability, specifically hoping for the ability to replay levels in future updates.
- “The only thing I hope they change is making levels replayable in the future.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the atmosphere of the game to be highly engaging and dynamic, with the excitement of unlocking new skins contributing to a sense of continuous enjoyment and motivation to play.
- “This is an amazing game, and I never get bored. The thrill of winning new skins and experiencing a fresh atmosphere always excites me to play more.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the performance is highly praised, with users expressing enjoyment and appreciation for its execution.