Idle Light Bulb

About

"Idle Light Bulb" is a casual, single-player game where you assume the role of a bulbs tycoon. Your mission is to manage and upgrade your bulb factory for increased production and revenue. However, be prepared for a high volume of advertisements. Overall, the game offers idleclicker mechanics with the goal of optimizing and expanding your bulb-making empire.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 768 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

monetization74 negative mentions

The game is fun and entertaining, providing a relaxing experience.
It can be played offline, making it convenient for users without Wi-Fi.
The gameplay has potential with various factories and upgrades.

There are excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating.
Many features and upgrades are locked behind forced ad views.
The game suffers from deceptive advertising practices and crashes frequently.

monetization
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The monetization strategy of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting an excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many users feel that the ratio of ads to actual playtime is heavily skewed, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some players mention optional ads for bonuses, the consensus is that forced ads are pervasive and detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “The game is so cool! I love it; no ads, I have so many lines I love it!”
- “Such a good game! No ads, bonuses are great like auto collect, and I make money. Whoever wrote a bad review is off their head because this game is good. Thank you to whoever made this game!”
- “It's fun, and you get to make money and get upgraded, and there are no ads.”
- “Too many ads for the amount of playtime and not enough fun to counteract that.”
- “You spend 90% of your time watching ads instead of playing.”
- “The amount of ads to gameplay ratio is stacked heavily in favor of revenue.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable throughout.
- “This game is hilarious!”
- “A truly funny game that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch!”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
Players appreciate the gameplay itself but express frustration over the excessive number of ads, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I just love the gameplay of it.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The amount of ads to gameplay ratio is stacked heavily in favor of revenue.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is described as enjoyable and energetic, often referred to as "banger" tracks, though some users note that it can take a long time to fully appreciate or unlock.
- “The music is incredibly catchy and adds so much fun to the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect blend of upbeat tracks that keep you engaged.”
- “The game features a fantastic selection of banger music that enhances the overall experience.”