Idle Sand Castle

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Idle Sand Castle is a single player action game. It was developed by Oleh Baziv and was released on January 24, 2022. It received negative reviews from players.

"Idle Sand Castle" is a simulation idle game where players build and upgrade their own coastal empire. Construct various sand structures, unlock new technologies, and customize your beach to attract tourists, all while earning money and improving your empire. The game features relaxing gameplay, charming graphics, and plenty of content to keep idle tycoons engaged.

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Single-Player

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39%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game is visually polished and has a simple control scheme, making it easy to understand.
It's free to play, which allows players to try it without any financial commitment.
The game can be engaging for a short period, providing a unique twist on the idle genre.

The game is not truly idle, as players must constantly wake up workers and fend off thieves, leading to a frustrating experience.
There are significant quality of life issues, including a lack of menus, volume control, and an exit option, making it cumbersome to play.
Upgrades and security measures are ineffective, often leaving players feeling overwhelmed and unable to progress.

grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that the process of leveling up individual workers becomes increasingly tedious as they progress deeper into the game, leading to a sense of grind that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Leveling up individual workers becomes tedious as you dig further down.”
- “The grinding feels endless, making progress feel more like a chore than an achievement.”
- “Repetitive tasks drain the fun out of the game, turning it into a monotonous grind.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization in the game is heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, with no exit options and a singular menu focused on real-money purchases, leaving players feeling exploited and frustrated. Additionally, the lack of a mute option further detracts from the experience.
- “There's literally no exit to the game; it's a cash grab that doesn't even try to hide it. There's only one menu in the game, and that's to buy stuff with real money. There's no option to mute either.”
- “The monetization is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience. It feels like every aspect of the game is designed to push you towards spending more money.”
- “I can't believe how much they charge for basic features. It feels like they are more interested in making money than providing a fun experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game has been described as repetitive and annoying, leading to frustration among players, especially due to the lack of options to mute or control it. While some users express hope for improvement, the overall sentiment suggests that the music detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The music is incredibly repetitive and annoying, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be grating and distracting, which really took away from the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects and music are overwhelming and not well integrated, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is characterized by simple and intuitive mechanics, allowing players to quickly grasp the controls and strategies, leading to enjoyable and humorous experiences, such as managing workers in a relaxed manner.
- “The mechanics are simple and easy to understand.”
- “After just a few minutes of gameplay, I felt like the best boss ever, allowing my team to relax on the job.”