Idle Fish Tank Tycoon

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Idle Fish Tank Tycoon is a single player casual simulation game. It received positive reviews from players.

Idle Fish Tank Tycoon is a single-player simulation game where you manage and grow your own virtual aquarium to make tons of money. It features good graphics that enhance the immersive fish tank experience. While the gameplay is engaging, some players may find the frequent ads annoying.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,140 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

monetization68 negative mentions

The game is a fun and relaxing idle experience with cute graphics and enjoyable gameplay.
There are minimal ads, and players appreciate that they are optional for bonuses rather than forced.
The game offers a good progression system, allowing players to earn money and unlock new fish and aquariums easily.

Many players experience bugs, including freezing at the loading screen and issues with ads not loading, making the game unplayable.
The gameplay can become repetitive over time, with some players feeling that it lacks depth and variety in mechanics.
There are complaints about the intrusive nature of ads, with some players feeling overwhelmed by the frequency and length of ad interruptions.

monetization
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for bonuses. However, numerous users have expressed frustration over the frequency and loading issues of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. While some players find the ad system acceptable, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, leading to a perception of the game as overly reliant on advertisements.
- “I gave it 5 stars because there are no ads, and it's not in beta, so maybe some people are giving it 5 stars for that reason.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- “If you don't like pay-to-win, save your time and don't download this game. It is awesome at the start, and you can watch a few ads to speed up your progress, but you will reach a stage where you can't speed up your progress without paying some money.”
- “The ads are insane; we should not have to be bombarded with items on the screen for ads constantly.”
- “Cheap money grab; can't see the game behind all the ads.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
15%
23%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their cuteness and smoothness, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the art style and design, noting that the visuals enhance the overall appeal of the game. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, making the game visually engaging and fun.
- “The graphics are amazing, everything about it is amazing.”
- “Very cute graphics, smooth gameplay, and just a really cute game.”
- “Beautiful smooth graphics, easy play, fun time killer... good job.”
- “The graphics are cute too!”
- “The graphics are up to par.”
- “Like the graphics.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
60%
30%
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by frustrating ad-related missions that hinder progress, leading to player dissatisfaction. Users report issues with missions requiring them to watch ads, which often fail to register, causing soft locks and necessitating resets. This reliance on ads detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game, despite its potential.
- “Getting missions to just watch more ads was enough to turn me away from playing, though.”
- “To even progress through the missions you have to watch ads.”
- “Takes forever to load any ads that you watch for rewards, which is annoying if you have a mission to watch ads but they don't load, so you can't get a reward for completing it. It's a shame as it wasn't a bad game, just irritating waiting for nothing.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is generally considered easy and fun, with smooth mechanics and appealing graphics; however, some players find it repetitive and lacking in new mechanics as the game progresses. While many appreciate the polished experience from a small development team, issues with ad functionality have hindered access to boosts and bonuses. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from more variety in later stages.
- “Very cute graphics, smooth gameplay, it doesn't take long to progress, and again, just a really cute game.”
- “Great graphics and gameplay.”
- “Good game, the gameplay is quite fun so far, and I'm glad a small team can make such a polished game like this.”
- “Gameplay is too repetitive with no new mechanics introduced at late game.”
- “Gameplay is okay, but I can't get any boosts or bonuses because ads won't play.”
- “Game page doesn't show the actual gameplay.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is praised for its cute and fitting aquatic theme, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users have reported issues with sound effects not muting as expected. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The music is really cute and it goes perfectly with the aquatic theme.”
- “Just started and I love it! The fish, the music, and this is the only idle game that is fun to me.”
- “The game is fun with fun jokes and creative fish names, and thank god you put in Clint Fishwood; that is one of my favorite Gorillaz songs. I love this!”
- “Hey, your game is cute, but when I mute the music and sound effects, I'd expect that to mute all of the sound. I'll download it again after you fix this.”
- “The game is fun with fun jokes and creative fish names, but the music can be a bit repetitive and doesn't add much to the experience.”
- “While I enjoy the gameplay, the music feels out of place and doesn't match the overall vibe of the game.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game primarily through its cute and amusing character names, which contribute to an overall lighthearted and enjoyable experience. The humor is described as charming and adds to the game's appeal.
- “The names are cute and funny.”
- “The fish are so cute and have funny names.”
- “Very cute and funny!!!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Overall, users report that the game's optimization has improved, with smoother performance on devices like the Samsung S10 Plus, although some players initially experienced lower performance than expected for a newer model.
- “Game now runs smoothly; I really like it.”
- “I'm on a Samsung S10 Plus, so I'm not getting the performance I expect from a latest model.”
- “The game runs poorly on my device, and I expected better optimization for newer hardware.”
- “I experience frequent lag and frame drops, which makes the gameplay frustrating.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, missing purchases, and progress loss, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Many users express their dissatisfaction, with some labeling it as the worst game they've encountered.
- “Having a few glitches at the moment, including a purchase gone missing.”
- “Buggy.”
- “It skips and glitches, forcing you to do things you don't want to, and it deleted all my progress. Worst game ever! If I could, I'd give it no stars!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some describe it as tedious and repetitive due to similar environments, others appreciate that it offers a more enjoyable progression compared to typical idle games, allowing for a more relaxed pace.
- “It's a boring, tedious grind through aquariums that all look the same apart from being in a different country.”
- “Relaxing game that isn't as slow as other idle games where it's all grinding; here you can actually enjoy getting to the next step, not grind your life away for it.”