Idle Pet Shop - Animal Game | Game Brain

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"Idle Pet Shop - Animal Game is a Simulation game where players build and run their own pet shop, raising and finding homes for various animals. While the game offers a charming concept and around 3 hours of playtime, the inclusion of annoying ads can be frustrating for some players."

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,044 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

The game features a variety of cute pets and engaging gameplay that many players find enjoyable.
Players appreciate that ads are not forced and can be watched for rewards, making the experience less intrusive.
The game is described as relaxing and fun, making it a good time-waster for casual gamers.

Many players express frustration with the heavy reliance on ads for progression and rewards, which can disrupt gameplay.
The offline earnings system is criticized for not functioning properly, often resulting in players receiving much less than expected.
Some users find the game becomes repetitive and lacks sufficient content or goals after a short period of play.

monetization
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The monetization strategy of the game primarily relies on optional ads, which players can choose to watch for rewards like pets, money, and gems. While many users appreciate that the ads are not forced and are relatively unobtrusive, there are mixed feelings about their frequency, with some players expressing a desire for fewer ads or an ad-free purchase option. Overall, the game's monetization approach is seen as a double-edged sword, enhancing gameplay for some while detracting from the experience for others.
- “There's like no ads unless you watch one to get a pet, money, gems, etc. But other than that, it's a really fun game. I'm about to get the turtle 🐢 👀”
- “This game is really fun and there's like no ads.”
- “Good game + no ads.”
- “Please we don't really like having to watch ads for things we need or want in the game.”
- “Horrendous number of ads--yes they're all optional, but they actually ruin the gameplay because upgrading your store doesn't matter nearly as much as watching ads for VIP customers.”
- “I hate this game yes it is very cute you should not have to watch ads to do everything.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the cute visuals and overall charm, while others criticize the low-quality graphics and inconsistencies, such as oversized pets. Overall, opinions range from excellent to horrendous, indicating a significant divide in player satisfaction regarding the visual presentation.
- “Excellent graphics.”
- “Love the graphics and the animals are so cute, so I am giving it a 5-star rating.”
- “Amazing game, so fun and cute! 5/5. Love that it is easy and relaxing. No ads, no bad graphics!”
- “Graphics are horrendous - some of the pets are as big as the people and low-grade looking.”
- “The graphics are so poor, don't download this game.”
- “1/5 for graphics.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent glitches, freezing issues, and problems with earning in-game currency. While some players appreciate the overall experience, the technical issues detract from gameplay and need addressing by the developers.
- “The game freezes up so badly you can't play.”
- “Glitches and stops working in the middle of the game.”
- “Freezes up on me a lot; may the developers fix that?”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly enjoying the exaggerated amounts of money and the amusing appearances of the animals. While some find the pacing of costume changes a bit slow, they still find humor in it, contributing to an overall fun experience that they enthusiastically recommend to others.
- “I love this game! You can get so much money, and the VIP person gives me like 222 billion dollars. I'm at a kind of far part, but I love how funny the animals look.”
- “This is the best game ever! I do get bored sometimes because the costumes are slow, but it's kind of funny also 😂😅”
- “This game is so fun! I will tell my friend on the Google Store that it's super funny, and I'm thanking you.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and enjoyable, making it a decent time-waster; however, the presence of numerous optional ads can detract from the experience, as players may feel compelled to watch them for upgrades, diminishing the overall impact of gameplay progression.
- “Simple gameplay, ads aren't forced on you and it's a decent time waster.”
- “Simple gameplay”
- “Horrendous number of ads—yes, they're all optional, but they actually ruin the gameplay because upgrading your store doesn't matter nearly as much as watching ads for VIP customers.”
- “Simple gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be quite grindy, with some enjoying the challenge while others feel it requires excessive effort to progress, such as fully upgrading a shop in just two days. There are suggestions for improvements, like adding relaxing music and more frequent updates.
- “It's grindy.”
- “Very grindy.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The music in the game is frequently praised for its relaxing quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the soothing background tunes, which contribute to the game's easy and enjoyable atmosphere. However, some users express a desire for more variety and updates in the music selection.
- “It is such an easy game to play, and the relaxing music in the background makes it even better. It's easy to control—love it!”
- “I actually enjoy the game; I would prefer some relaxing music and more updates. I have bet and fully upgraded my shop within 2 days of grinding.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be quite dull and uninspiring, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The background music is too soft and doesn't match the game's pace, making it feel unexciting.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally uplifting, noting that it alleviates stress and evokes strong feelings, particularly through the cuteness of the pets, which can bring them to tears. Overall, the game fosters a deep emotional connection and appreciation among its users.
- “I love this game! It's so good, and all your stress will be gone. The pets are so cute; they made me cry. I always play this game, so whoever made this app, thank you so much!”