Hotel Hideaway
- July 31, 2020
- Sulake Corporation Oy
- 5h median play time
"Hotel Hideaway is a massively multiplayer simulation game that allows players to create their 3D avatar and explore a fabulous Social Virtual World. With ingenious game mechanics and a wholesome story, players can interact with others, complete challenges, and unlock new items. Despite some bugs and ads, the game's fabulous visuals and soundtrack make for a very funny and enjoyable experience."
Reviews
- stability243 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of lag, freezing, and crashing, making it nearly unplayable for many. Players experience issues such as the game freezing upon opening, during customization, or when switching between apps, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Despite some users noting improvements when connected to Wi-Fi, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the gaming experience.
“No glitches... (for now.) and it has a new Christmas update!”
“Very nice, no glitches or any other mistakes.”
“Best game ever, no ads, no glitches.”
“Every time I leave the game, even if it's to my phone's home screen, it freezes. Sometimes it even crashes my phone by causing lag or slowing it down, making me close it entirely to then reopen and continue whatever my business was.”
“The number of bugs, glitches, and crashes is just downright unbelievable.”
“It's a good game, but I can't give it more than 3 stars because it's lagging for me and it's very, very buggy. Please fix this.”
- graphics163 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their aesthetic appeal, smooth animations, and customization options, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Many players appreciate the cute and colorful art style, although some mention issues with lag and performance on older devices. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, enhancing the fun and social aspects of gameplay.
“The graphics are amazing, the controls are easy and it's super fun.”
“Not only are the graphics beautifully simple, smooth and non-laggy, but the loading time from room-to-room takes little to no time at all.”
“The graphics are incredibly good, this game it's one of the best ever.”
“I have an older phone so the graphics aren't great.”
“The animations are awful, the game has so many bugs and there's no filter for inappropriate behavior... also the art style now compared to a few years ago is so bad!”
“This game sucks, the graphics are horrible, don't download.”
- monetization119 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 76 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. However, there are significant complaints about ad glitches, connection issues, and the effectiveness of in-app purchases, with some users feeling that microtransactions are overpriced and that ad rewards often do not register. Overall, while the game is generally enjoyable and does not force spending, the ad system and its reliability need improvement.
“There's also great in-app purchase deals that I hardly ever pass up.”
“It has no ads unless you want a reward, which is amazing.”
“It is so cool; I love this game, it has no ads.”
“The microtransactions are a bit expensive for what you can get.”
“For some little tasks, whenever I use ads on them, the ad lasts up to even a minute and it's a big time waster.”
“Currancy is a bit of a money grab; if you don't spend real money, you'll basically be making up for it by watching ads.”
- humor59 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the funny interactions, quirky animations, and lighthearted themes that enhance their social experience. Many users find the game entertaining and amusing, often highlighting the comedic elements that arise from player interactions and in-game events. However, some players express concerns about the presence of younger users and inappropriate content, suggesting that while the humor is a strong point, it can sometimes lead to uncomfortable situations.
“I love the way you make the jokes and funny things on the screen while we wait to enter a room!”
“It's so funny when I have no neck 😂”
“This game is hilarious, I like it.”
- music54 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for more control over the music in the game, wishing for the ability to play their own songs and have a wider variety of tracks available, especially for dance floors. While some appreciate the existing music, many find it repetitive and lacking in quality, leading to requests for updates that include popular songs and better background options. Overall, the music aspect is seen as an area needing significant improvement to enhance the gaming experience.
“I love the updates, but I'm still missing music. Make it so the hotel has a club and plays real music in there, a radio for all I care.”
“It's a good entertaining game that you can play and jam to your music, but I wouldn't recommend it if you're under 16 because there are a lot of people who are very sexual on the game.”
“I like how the game looks, its music, and clothing.”
“I just wish the music was a bit better.”
“How about give us some extra music choices when we have a dance floor and the DJ booth instead of that same song over and over again!”
“The background music of the rooms is very simple and boring; please use epic, ear-catching and prettier music such as music sung by women.”
- gameplay46 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many players enjoying the fun mechanics and graphics but expressing frustration over persistent bugs, lag, and high costs associated with in-game items. While some appreciate the social aspects and smooth controls, others find the gameplay boring and overly reliant on microtransactions, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall. Suggestions for improvement include adding mini-games, trading features, and addressing technical issues to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is phenomenal; it challenges us players to strive hard to reach new heights.”
“This game is legit superb; the gameplay is super smooth and they have a non-toxic community which is a great starter for newbies finding friends.”
“I love the gameplay and the graphics are amazing.”
“Everything is unreasonably expensive and it's such a slog to get items through gameplay.”
“But it lags so much and I have great Wi-Fi, but it always kicks me out after like 10 or 20 minutes of gameplay.”
“The gameplay itself lacks so much; it's so boring.”
- story33 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for lacking a cohesive narrative and engaging quest lines, with many players expressing a desire for more missions and side quests to enhance gameplay. While some enjoy the social elements and daily quests, others find the limited quest offerings monotonous and unfulfilling, leading to frustration and a sense of stagnation. Overall, players appreciate the game's fun elements but feel it could benefit from a more structured and rewarding story experience.
“I really love this game and absolutely recommend it for people who like to complete quests every day and receive daily gifts.”
“It's super fun! I recommend this to anyone who likes to be online, chat, and make friends. There are so many clothes to buy and cool quests you can do to gain money.”
“This game was phenomenally fun, and despite it being difficult to complete quests, I love it!”
“There's no storyline or goal here.”
“It's a game that wastes time, but I say that in a good way as when I'm bored or have nothing to do, I'll play this game. It has no plot but drives you around like there is one.”
“Game was fun but it's boring because there's no more quests after you complete one, and you can't grind money. The mini-game is hard to find, and it's difficult to level up when you have to buy or get items to gain XP.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been a significant issue for many users, with reports of deteriorating performance over the years, including problems like invisible characters, infinite loading times, and low frame rates. While some players experience smooth gameplay, the overall consensus highlights a need for improved optimization, particularly for newer devices and updates. Many users express frustration over the lack of focus on performance enhancements amidst new content releases.
“The app is fun and runs smoothly.”
“The game also runs smoothly on my device and it's a great way to make new friends.”
“Focus on the performance, not just updating new mini games; performance is key!”
“I've played this game for maybe 4-5 years and each update the performance gets worse and worse to the point that this game is genuinely unplayable. Everyone is either invisible or looks like TV static (they haven't fixed that yet, it's been going on for months). Some clothes have an infinite loading time and will never load. Moved to PC and now the game just isn't playable on desktop.”
“Really fun game, but the only issue is that it tells me I have no storage left on my device (yet I still have 7.3 GB of storage left), so the game runs slowly and at a lower frame rate.”
“Released almost 4 years ago and still poorly optimized to this day.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its ability to foster social connections and create a sense of community through interactive gestures and emotes. While some users express frustration over technical issues, the overall sentiment is positive, with many appreciating the game's wholesome nature and its capacity to evoke strong feelings of joy and friendship. However, there are also instances of emotional distress related to account loss, underscoring the game's impact on players' attachment to their in-game identities.
“It's made me feel better and made me take an advantage to explore and create your own character!”
“At first I said, 'Oh god, another game that makes me socially awkward,' but it really made me feel the opposite when I actually tried.”
“This made me feel like I actually have friends.”
- character development4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highly customizable, allowing players to create unique character designs and personalize their environments, which enhances the overall experience. While there are options to purchase additional features, the inclusion of in-game currency provides a way for players to engage without spending real money. Despite some glitches, the ability to form groups and interact with friends adds to the enjoyment of character development.
“Character designing is unlimited (kind of, if you don't buy everything) and for those who fear spending money on games, this game has in-game currency. It's a good game; I'm in a deer cult.”
“I love this game! I play it every day. You can make your own character, design your room, and play with friends. It can be glitchy, but it's still fun. You can also create your own group for strangers or just friends. I recommend this game! 🎮 😉”
“I love dressing up my character, designing my room, and I enjoy it! 👌👍”
“Character designing is unlimited (kind of, if you don't buy everything) and for those who fear spending money on games, this game has in-game currency, but the character development feels limited without additional purchases.”
“And you should make it so we can create our own character designs, including faces and outfits, as the current options feel restrictive.”
“While I enjoy dressing up my character and designing my room, the overall character development lacks depth and variety.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with grinding due to recurring bugs that result in lost progress, leading to a sense of futility in their efforts. The lack of responsiveness from developers further exacerbates this issue, diminishing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“What's the point of grinding if you just get it all taken away over and over again because they won't fix a bug or listen?”
“The grinding feels endless and unrewarding, making it hard to stay motivated.”
“I spent hours grinding for gear, only to find out it was all for nothing due to constant balance changes.”