Ice Scream 1

About

Ice Scream 1 is a Horror Action game with an interesting plot, where you must save a child kidnapped by an evil ice cream seller. The game features ingenious gameplay, sensational visuals, and soundtrack, but is marred by too much advertisement, bugs, and occasional humor. Your mission is to rescue the frozen child from the ice cream seller's van, making for a thrilling and chilling experience.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics401 positive mentions

monetization517 negative mentions

monetization
564 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay, particularly in ghost mode. Many users suggest turning off Wi-Fi or mobile data to avoid ads, but express frustration that this workaround detracts from the overall experience. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads for a free game, they call for a reduction in frequency and better management of ad presentation to enhance enjoyment.
- “You don't need to pay and there are no ads.”
- “This game is the best; the puzzles are challenging, and there are no ads. Great job, keep it up!”
- “Amazing game! It has no ads if you turn off your data; it is amazing.”
- “It's like it forces you to buy remove ads because it keeps trying to wind you up and taking you to your app store after every ad!”
- “I can't find the key to the crane in the park, and there are multiple ads, even when I wasn't on ghost mode.”
- “I paid for the game to get rid of the ads, but it still has ads and doesn't let me play properly.”
graphics
503 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
16%
5%
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from users, with many praising their quality and realism, particularly in the context of a mobile horror game. While several players highlighted the impressive visuals and smooth animations, others pointed out glitches and inconsistencies that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are generally regarded as a strong point of the game, though some users feel improvements are still needed.
- “The graphics are amazing and the story is so interesting!”
- “I love this game because it has so much puzzles and the graphics are so good and I rate it five stars.”
- “Best game ever great story great controls great graphics i hope you can make more great games like this but it needs a new weapon.”
- “The graphics are not that good, he just staggers and it's kinda glitchy.”
- “The graphics are horrible.”
- “Graphics suck.”
story
264 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
30%
3%
The game's story is widely praised for its unique and engaging narrative, featuring a dark and intriguing plot centered around an evil ice cream man who kidnaps children. Players appreciate the depth of the backstory, the clever lore, and the emotional elements woven into the gameplay, although some express a desire for more detailed storytelling and additional missions. Overall, the storyline is considered a standout feature that enhances the horror experience, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “The story is so amazing, and I am so obsessed with playing this game.”
- “The lore and story are interesting enough to give the game some purpose and soul, and the satisfaction of completing this was amazing. I had a great time with this one.”
- “I love the story, I love the uniqueness, I love how it feels like the neighbor game, and I love the crazy lore it sets up.”
- “The plot is retarded and you worked way too hard trying to make a good game.”
- “The story was short, but!”
- “Because the storyline of this game is not interesting.”
humor
222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding the character Rod and various game mechanics to be hilariously entertaining. Users frequently mention funny moments, such as Rod's quirky animations and the absurdity of certain scenarios, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere despite the horror theme. Overall, the game balances humor and scares effectively, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
- “I love this game so much! It has a good story, and it's the best game ever. I like how the kid is in the cage, and that girl was right; he does kinda sneak up on the corner, but it's funny. My brother said he even walks like a perv in a good way. The kid is kinda creepy too! 😂😂😂”
- “The way that Rod walks is hilarious! 🤣🤣🤣”
- “It's a perfect game! It's not that scary, but it is so funny to sit with your brother and play it. It will be much funnier, but it's so hard to know the puzzles. Thank you for this game!”
music
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
55%
2%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the 80s vibe and horror elements. Players enjoy the suspenseful chase music and the humorous yet creepy songs sung by the character Rod, although some have expressed a desire for the return of older chase tracks. However, there are recurring complaints about bugs that cause the music to stop during gameplay, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The music and places give off a really nice 80s vibe, and I find myself often replaying the series in anticipation of the finale!”
- “The soundtrack is catchy, and it is a scary game.”
- “Wow, I loved this experience! I love these types of horror games, and the music was awesome as well.”
- “The only issue I'm having in this game is when I get caught, the music stops. If it goes like this after getting caught, we can't know whether Rod is seeing me or not.”
- “There's a bug when I'm captured; the game freezes and the music and sound are gone. Please fix this bug. The bug is also in the other Ice Scream games like 2 and 3.”
- “I found some bugs; fix the music bug when I play the game. Sometimes the music stops playing when I go to the cafeteria.”
gameplay
127 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
38%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, smooth controls, and a mix of puzzle and adventure elements, making it enjoyable for players. However, many users express frustration with the frequent ads interrupting gameplay, as well as a desire for improved difficulty options and additional features like save/load functions. Overall, while the graphics and storyline receive positive feedback, the gameplay experience is marred by issues related to ads and some mechanics that could use refinement.
- “The environment is interwoven and engaging, and the gameplay is a perfect mix of puzzle and adventure.”
- “With the great graphics and adventurous gameplay, I think this is one of the best horror escape games I've ever played.”
- “This is an amazing game, with fun puzzles, cool graphics, and awesome gameplay!”
- “The quality of the game and the gameplay itself is a bit rocky.”
- “That's so many, and it makes the gameplay so annoying and unenjoyable... I like the places though, and the graphics and concept of the game.”
- “Gameplay sucks, controls suck, graphics suck.”
stability
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
3%
89%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing, getting stuck, and audio issues. While some players experienced smooth performance and no glitches, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires substantial improvements to address these stability issues. Despite the fun and engaging elements, the prevalence of glitches has led to mixed reviews regarding the game's reliability.
- “It ran smooth, really wasn't buggy, models were well made, even the voice acting was pretty good.”
- “This game is nice, no bugs, no issues, no glitches.”
- “There were no glitches or any problems.”
- “But you see, the problem is the controls and frequent glitches and bugs.”
- “Horrible absolutely horrible too many glitches, and when I get out of the cage and sneak and stand again then I fell directly into the void and got stuck in the void, please solve this.”
- “This app crashes your phone and constantly freezes your phone and screen.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be highly emotional and motivational, often evoking strong feelings, including tears during gameplay. Despite some technical glitches that disrupt the experience, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a deep connection to the game's story and characters.
- “By the way, it's very emotional, motivational, and nice. Keep making games like this! 👏🏻👏🏻”
- “But it needs to be less glitchy. It's an amazing, great game.”
- “I cried the first time I played it because, listen to me, I'm freaking 10 years old!”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
Overall, the game is well-optimized, running smoothly in most areas with only minor lag experienced in the playground. Players appreciate the fast performance, though some have requested further improvements for an even better experience.
- “And this is well optimized.”
- “It's a nice playing horror scary game; it has fast performance.”
- “Great performance 😀😀😀😀”
- “Please improve the performance to make us satisfied!!!!!”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game effectively captures an engaging 80s horror atmosphere, enhanced by its suburban setting and a creatively designed antagonist reminiscent of classic slasher films. Players appreciate the combination of great music and controls, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, especially considering its status as a free mobile game.
- “The 80s horror vibe to the game really adds to the atmosphere and the setting, making it a lot more interesting to play.”
- “The suburban atmosphere complements the tone of the time the game takes place in, and the antagonist Rod Sullivan is a great PG-13 slasher type of villain with a unique and creative design.”
- “This is an amazing fun game, and it has a great 80s atmosphere. Also, the game is very impressive for a free mobile phone game.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is noted for its outstanding execution, particularly in the case of Rod Sullivan, despite some criticism regarding the overall generic nature of character design.
- “I am writing this after the release of Evil Nun 2, so I just wanted to say that Rod Sullivan's character development is outstanding.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, emphasizing the need to learn enemy patterns and game mechanics to progress effectively.
- “This will be very tedious for me if I don't learn his patterns and the secrets and how the game works.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express that the game's replayability is lacking, indicating that improvements in this area could significantly enhance their overall enjoyment and lead to more favorable reviews.
- “I'm not saying it's a bad game, but if it had more replayability, I would give it a great review.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied content makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”