Ice Scream 5 Friends: Mike

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Ice Scream 5 Friends: Mike is a horror action game with an intriguing story, excellent mechanics, and impressive graphics. Players join Mike in the engine room, working together to escape the factory. Despite the annoying ads, hilarious moments, and occasional bugs, the game features amazing music and a unique premise that will keep players engaged. Recommended for fans of the horror genre looking for a suspenseful and engaging gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,033 reviews

story67 positive mentions

monetization67 negative mentions

The game features engaging puzzles and a captivating storyline that keeps players invested.
Players enjoy the ability to switch between characters, adding a unique dynamic to the gameplay.
The graphics and sound design are praised for enhancing the overall horror experience.

Many players report frustrating glitches, such as losing progress after watching ads or characters getting stuck.
The presence of frequent ads disrupts gameplay, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
Some users find the game too easy or short compared to previous installments, reducing replay value.

story
103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
32%
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The story in the game is widely praised for its engaging and emotional narrative, particularly focusing on the character Rod Sullivan and his backstory. Players appreciate the depth and continuity of the storyline across multiple installments, with many expressing excitement for future episodes. However, some users noted issues with ads disrupting gameplay, which detracted from their overall experience.
- “I love the story! It's been a long time since I played this game, and I'm going to play it again because this is a very awesome game. Excellent game, Keplerians!”
- “Like all Keplerians games, I give this a 5 out of 5 stars. The reason why I love these games so much is because they have a really good storyline and tell a lot of important meanings. This game is also different from other games because you can play as two characters, and we can see the basement of the factory and find out more about Joseph Sullivan and Rod's past.”
- “This is my favorite part of the story so far. The game is really fun to play, and the story is so exciting!”
- “This is fun to play but one thing I didn't get about the story of the game.”
- “Please release Ice Scream 6 with a full story; it's not just about escaping the house, you are giving ice cream for story continuation in Ice Scream 5.”
- “This is not a horror game; this is a story-driven horror game.”
graphics
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
22%
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, detail, and horror elements. While some players noted minor glitches and expressed a desire for further improvements, the overall consensus highlights the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience. Many reviewers eagerly anticipate future installments, hoping for even higher graphical fidelity.
- “The graphics are really great!”
- “This game has amazing graphics and I loved the whole game.”
- “The graphics, puzzles, etc. are the biggest reason for me giving 5 stars.”
- “The movement of the rod in the cutscenes is so bad, plus the graphics of the game are kind of bad.”
- “They don't upgrade the graphics; same bad graphics.”
- “This game deserves 5 stars because I played it 10 to 20 times, but I want to say that they need to improve the graphics, please.”
monetization
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
85%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly in ghost mode. While some users appreciate the option to purchase an ad-free experience, several report issues with the purchase not functioning correctly, leading to dissatisfaction. Overall, the consensus indicates that excessive ads detract from the gameplay experience, despite the game's positive attributes.
- “It's a good game that the graphics and things are terrible, and by the way, I just want the developers to know that there are lots of bugs and many errors in the game. I installed or paid for the no ads, but when I did it, it said I already owned the item.”
- “Really nice gameplay, but I got the no ads pass. If I try to activate it, it says I already have this item, so please fix that.”
- “In ghost mode, if I turn off the internet, there are no ads. I love this game.”
- “Unless you pay to remove ads, it can be frustrating to play in ghost mode where you have ads to deal with.”
- “This game is trash; sure the story and everything is nice, but there are so many ads, and the ads aren't even family-friendly. You need to fix this. Please don't play and install the game if you have children.”
- “I bought the remove ads option, but it didn't work. I want my money back!”
gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Ice Scream 5 is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging story, and impressive graphics, making it addictive for many players. However, some users express frustration with issues like accidental ad clicks causing progress loss, camera sensitivity problems, and the difficulty of certain challenges. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and well-received, there are notable areas for improvement, particularly regarding save features and gameplay hints.
- “Superb gameplay and graphics.”
- “I love the game; it's amazing and the new mechanic is super awesome.”
- “Awesome gameplay ever! Thank you so much, Keplerians horror games; I love your games.”
- “This game is hard to play without any gameplay or hints.”
- “This game is awesome but there were some problems like at the end my mechanical door is not opening after turning the valves and inserting the mini rod nose. The game was good and easier than other Ice Scream games, but the mini rod nose challenge was quite hard.”
- “Acchi game to acchi hai per gameplay nahin aaya.”
stability
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
10%
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting minor glitches and bugs that occasionally disrupt gameplay, while others claim to experience no issues at all. Some users find certain glitches entertaining, but there are consistent calls for improvements to address the more problematic ones, particularly in specific areas like the museum and garbage area. Despite these concerns, many players still enjoy the game and appreciate its engaging storyline and graphics.
- “No glitches in this game.”
- “Super game, no glitches, but this game is very interesting.”
- “Amazing, no glitches and nothing; ten out of ten.”
- “Hi, this game is not working; it always freezes and I can't play. It is not fun at all.”
- “And the game crashed when I try to play and start the game, and I couldn't even play the full game because it's buggy and unplayable.”
- “Full of glitches; you need to do more work.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with many players praising the chase music as thrilling and well-composed, while others have reported issues with it not playing consistently during gameplay. Some users expressed a desire for the return of older chase music and improvements to the main menu soundtrack. Overall, the soundtrack is generally appreciated, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere, but there are calls for enhancements and fixes.
- “Very good game, I like to play as Mike. This game has good graphics and good music. I also like J's voice and Rod when he was younger. I also like the ending when J and Mike have been reunited again.”
- “I definitely enjoyed it: the music, the story, everything.”
- “Awesome chase music!”
- “But sometimes I don't hear the chase music when Rod is coming, so please solve that problem.”
- “It plays the menu music all the way until the intro and still plays it while the intro is playing.”
- “This game isn't the same as what Keplerians provided; even the music doesn't match with the game.”
humor
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding the characters, especially Rod and Mini Rod, to be particularly amusing. The blend of horror and comedy keeps players engaged, with numerous comments highlighting the game's funny moments and entertaining scenarios. However, some users noted that the humor can sometimes be overshadowed by gameplay challenges, such as navigating the factory.
- “This game is very very very funny and cute.”
- “The one in Rod on the outside of the factory hanging by the windows is funny as heck, dude! 🤣🤣🤣”
- “I love this game; it's so funny and horror.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some praise the game's performance and express satisfaction, others report issues with lag and request further improvements, particularly for mobile devices. There is a general desire for enhanced optimization in future installments.
- “What a performance game! I like it very much, keep it up, Keplerians! 👍👍👍👍”
- “Really good performance, I appreciate it.”
- “I don't know why someone rated this 1 star; it is still a better game with better optimization. I just wish the game ended on the final chapter with a bigger map.”
- “Man, you have to increase performance; it's too laggy. I don't like it at all.”
- “Can you developers please make Ice Scream 4, 5, and 6 optimized for Android tablets?”
- “I don't know why someone rated this 1 star; it is still a better game and has better optimization. But I wish the game ended on the final chapter with a bigger map.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, highlighting a deeply engaging story that evokes strong feelings, particularly during pivotal moments such as character deaths. The combination of challenging gameplay and a moving narrative enhances the overall experience, making it memorable and impactful.
- “The task is extremely hard, and it helps me to complete the game. I play in ghost mode and hard mode; the story is very interesting and emotional.”
- “Ice Scream 5 is cool, but the new map in Rod's factory is not Joseph's factory. The painter Mini Rod got killed, and I cried when Fang Vent died, but I made a microwave gun!”