Idle Courier

About

Idle Courier is a Simulation game that allows you to build your own courier empire while competing against others. It boasts fantastic game mechanics, ingenious graphics, and plenty of humor. However, the game is very grinding and has too many ads, as well as several bugs that can affect gameplay. The goal is to dominate your competition and become the top courier service.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,104 reviews

graphics57 positive mentions

monetization344 negative mentions

The game has cute graphics and is enjoyable to play.
It allows for progression without mandatory payments, making it accessible for casual players.
The gameplay is simple and straightforward, making it easy to pick up and play.

The game quickly becomes repetitive and lacks new content after reaching higher levels.
There are frequent crashes and loading issues, making it frustrating to play.
The game heavily relies on ads for progression, which can detract from the overall experience.

monetization
384 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
2%
90%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on advertisements, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which often disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses and the ability to pay for an ad-free experience, many feel that the costs for in-app purchases are excessive and that the game becomes tedious due to the overwhelming number of ads required to progress. Overall, the game is seen as a "watch ads to advance" experience, leading to mixed feelings about its monetization approach.
- “There are perks you can pay for like no ads, longer idle time, and x2 money 24/7.”
- “It's original, better graphics and animations, no absurd amount of money (quadrillions, etc.), no ads, I can finally play a game without turning off my WiFi to avoid ads, literally the best idle game.”
- “Well worth it to spend the money for no ads.”
- “The game is a great idea, helps pass the time; however, to get anywhere fast or to earn the money you need to upgrade your depot, you need to either watch a lot of 30-second ads or buy premium.”
- “You have to watch ads to get anywhere in the game. I feel like I watch more ads on here than I do playing the game.”
- “This game is nothing but watching ads. You spend more time watching ads than you do idle.”
graphics
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
20%
4%
The graphics of the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, cuteness, and smooth animations. However, some players note that the visuals can be stereotypical or repetitive, and a few express disappointment with the game's overall artistic variety. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to the game's appeal despite some gameplay criticisms.
- “The graphics are great and controls are easy.”
- “Top notch graphics and animations.”
- “Great concept, excellent graphics and animation especially the machine.”
- “Each level is just the same as the last with different color graphics.”
- “And the artwork and in-game atmosphere look so plain!”
- “Boring levels, no new tasks; graphics are not as shown in the trailer.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
The gameplay is generally described as simple and straightforward, appealing primarily to fans of idle games, but it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of depth, with many players noting the heavy reliance on ads for progression. While some appreciate the graphics and find the mechanics enjoyable, others criticize the slow progression and limited offline play, leading to a feeling of blandness compared to more complex idle games. Overall, the gameplay is seen as fun initially but becomes tedious over time, with many players feeling that monetization takes precedence over a richer gaming experience.
- “The game has a good design and concept, allows you to make goals and has fair gameplay, not too many ads.”
- “Hello, hats off to the developers of this game, a very good game with great graphics and awesome gameplay, I have been addicted to this game since the last 24 hours, I played this game continuously for 11 hours.”
- “I think that the gameplay is amazing and what I love is that there are very few ads!”
- “Only 1 hour of x2 for each ad is annoying; only being able to be offline for 2 hours without paying real money is very obnoxious. The progression feels really slow compared to most idle games, and it seems like it has no complex mechanics like most idle games now, such as prestige for extra bonuses, which makes it bland in my opinion.”
- “However, gameplay gets pretty repetitive and boring over time.”
- “Very little gameplay, just ads and ads and some more ads.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
5%
85%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezing, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the app freezing during ad playback, unexpected shutdowns, and the game becoming nearly unplayable due to these bugs. While some users enjoy the game, the overall sentiment indicates a pressing need for stability improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “This game is so good! I like how there are no glitches and no bugs.”
- “It's a very good game with no glitches and an okay frame rate. I love it.”
- “The game is good, I like it, but please fix the bugs. While watching ads for money, it freezes and kicks me out of the game every 4 minutes, so please fix that.”
- “Very cute idle game, but it freezes almost constantly, making it nearly unplayable, which is too bad since I really enjoy it!”
- “My problem with the game is that whenever I tap the app, it just freezes and sometimes shuts my phone down. Please fix this problem.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
93%
21%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of charming and frustrating, with some players finding it cute and funny, while others feel that the humor diminishes as the gameplay becomes more tedious and monetized. Overall, opinions vary widely, with many appreciating the lighthearted elements, but some expressing disappointment when the humor is overshadowed by gameplay issues.
- “So cute and funny game.”
- “Very funny game and relaxing game...”
- “This game is very cool and funny”
- “Not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
Users express frustration with the story aspect, noting a lack of new missions and side quests after reaching higher levels, which leads to boredom. While some enjoy the storyline and feel a sense of accomplishment, many feel that the difficulty of missions increases too sharply and that the presence of ads detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative feels stagnant and in need of expansion to maintain player engagement.
- “Feels like I'm a real boss when following along with the storyline.”
- “Hanson Kao wrote this story in Singapore.”
- “A lot of fun, just wish the side missions weren't so difficult to get going.”
- “I've been on the shuttle mission since 2019 and no new missions.”
- “After you rank up a few times it gets boring; there are no side quests, way too many ads, and the rewards for the ads are way too small.”
- “Be better if there were no ads, money came a little easier, and there was a storyline with just one building that just gets bigger.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, describing it as excessively tedious and unbalanced, particularly after the initial stages. Players feel that progression is heavily tied to microtransactions, making it a "pay-to-win" experience, and many express frustration over the lack of rewarding gameplay after extensive grinding. Overall, while some enjoy the grind, it quickly becomes a slog for others, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Uneven progression, extreme grinding to progress, to get boosts; everything is ads... then they steal your unlocks by sealing your prize behind another box when trying to get beans for boosts.”
- “Just another expensive grindy sim game that encourages you to make in-game microtransactions.”
- “Once you get to the 2nd facility, it becomes too grindy to actually want to continue.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and fitting with the cartoony graphics, while others criticize it for being repetitive and annoying. Many users express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack, as the looping tracks can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the presence of frequent ads further impacts players' enjoyment of the music.
- “I like the music with the game and the cartoony graphics.”
- “Enjoy the game, gameplay, and music.”
- “Music and sound effects can become a little repetitive at times.”
- “Annoying music and another clicker with no personality.”
- “Add more music; that looping song is so annoying!”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its good graphics and performance, but players express frustration with the rapid progression that leads to a lack of content and the overwhelming reliance on ads for completing tasks and upgrades.
- “The graphics and performance were good.”
- “Excellent performance”
- “The reason for fewer stars though is that it only took her a few weeks to max out everything: levels, performance, income, etc.”
- “The reason for fewer stars, though, is that it only took her a few weeks to max out everything: levels, performance, income, etc. Now all I can do is rack up money in the main game or play events, and the events are rather boring.”
- “You can't complete much of anything without watching VIP ads, performance ads, upgrade ads, buying ads, movement ads, or building upgrade ads.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The emotional aspect of the game is described as wholesome, with players appreciating the engaging mechanics that allow for building and waiting for rewards. However, some users express frustration with unintended interactions due to controls, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “This game is incredibly emotional; it made me feel a deep connection to the characters and their stories.”
- “The narrative is so touching that I found myself genuinely caring about the outcomes of the characters.”
- “I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments in the game; it truly captures the essence of human emotion.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is described as both plain and relaxing, suggesting a lack of visual depth while providing a soothing experience for players.
- “Relaxing atmosphere”
- “And the artwork and in-game atmosphere look so plain!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers appreciate the vibrant and appealing character design, highlighting its cuteness as a significant aspect of the game's character development.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “The diverse range of characters and their unique backstories add so much depth to the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate that good idle games offer offline playability, enhancing their replayability by allowing users to engage with the game at their convenience without needing an internet connection.
- “Good and real 'idle' games are playable offline.”
- “The variety of choices and paths keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and different character builds.”