Idle Slice and Dice

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Idle Slice and Dice is a Simulation game that offers excellent mechanics and striking visuals, but is heavily focused on grinding and contains numerous bugs. Players join an immersive adventure in a cutting factory, aiming to master various cutting tools while navigating through a multitude of ads. Despite its drawbacks, the game provides a uniquely satisfying experience for fans of the genre.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,153 reviews

graphics36 positive mentions

monetization1.4k negative mentions

monetization
1,420 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of mandatory ads required for progression. Players express frustration over being forced to watch ads for basic upgrades and rewards, with many noting that the ads often fail to load, hindering gameplay. While some users are willing to watch optional ads for bonuses, the lack of a reasonable one-time purchase option to remove ads entirely has led to dissatisfaction, with many labeling the game as a "cash grab."
- “It's a nice time killer, but if you want to pay for having no ads for the entirety of your gaming, have fun spending over $2,000 for a year of ad-free gameplay (you still have to watch ads for the special gold upgrades).”
- “I love it the most because it has like no ads unless you choose them!”
- “It's so satisfying and there are no ads; it's so cool.”
- “Everything, and I mean everything, is locked behind ads that you have to watch in order to progress. Ads should be optional, not mandatory... that's not how you make engaging games.”
- “You are actually punished with ads for playing the game, and you have to watch ads for boosts.”
- “This game is more ads than game anymore.”
graphics
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
28%
9%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their aesthetic appeal and satisfying visuals, with many users highlighting the pleasing design and effective physics. However, some players report performance issues, such as lag and overheating, particularly when there are many items on screen, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the presence of intrusive ads is a common complaint, impacting gameplay despite the attractive graphics.
- “I love the aesthetic of this game; it's very pleasing to the eye and extremely satisfying to watch it cut.”
- “The graphics are surprisingly good for an idler, but that comes at a cost.”
- “This is a great game with amazing 3D graphics and amazing gameplay.”
- “The graphics are horrible and it's like I'm playing the mini game on the ad.”
- “Poor graphics even for a mobile game and made my phone turn into a furnace which no other game does; also uses so much battery.”
- “Horrible frames and graphics.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
46%
10%
The gameplay of the game is generally described as shallow and heavily reliant on ads, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players find the core mechanics enjoyable and the graphics appealing, the frequent interruptions from ads and occasional bugs significantly hinder the gameplay flow. Many users express frustration over the ad-driven progression system, suggesting that it overshadows the fun aspects of the game.
- “The gameplay was satisfying.”
- “The gameplay itself is fun however.”
- “This is a great game with amazing 3D graphics and amazing gameplay.”
- “Unfortunately, that just underlines the shallowness of the gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is locked behind ads, forcing you to watch them to level up further.”
- “The gameplay is absolutely very shallow and not much to do for almost $8 a week!”
stability
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashing, and glitches that often require restarts to resolve. Many players experience issues with ads causing the app to freeze, and critical features like the prestige option are often inaccessible due to these bugs. While some users enjoy the gameplay, the persistent technical problems have led to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation.
- “I like the game; it's just that when we want to upgrade it, we have to watch an ad. No glitches lately, though.”
- “Super fun! No glitches.”
- “Game freezes and crashes constantly.”
- “The game glitches out so severely that I am forced to restart the app.”
- “All in all I enjoyed the game a lot but it just freezes and glitches so much I've now been made to uninstall it from sheer frustration.”
optimization
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
47%
21%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues, especially during high production phases, leading to lag and low frame rates even on high-end devices. Many players express a need for better optimization options, such as a low-performance mode, to enhance gameplay and reduce battery drain. Overall, while the game has appealing graphics, its demanding performance and frequent advertisements detract from the experience.
- “Optimizations would be nice so the lag isn't as bad.”
- “Nice graphics but can be quite demanding performance-wise.”
- “A ridiculously greedy amount of forced advertisements, and once you get far enough into the game if you can tolerate it the game is far too much for high-end phones to handle and there should be lower processing/graphics settings to boost performance.”
- “With the current performance, it's fine until you really start to ramp up production, to the point I get hiccups in performance that I rarely see in good mobile games.”
- “Adverts are somewhat annoying, also it is in need of heavy optimization.”
- “Game is good but performance is terrible as after 10 minutes on a Galaxy S20 it played at an unbearable 5fps.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The story aspect of the game is marred by technical issues and bugs that prevent players from completing missions and receiving rewards, leading to frustration. While some players initially enjoyed the quests, the inability to progress due to glitches has significantly detracted from the overall experience.
- “Great game and really addicting; the quests are also really fun to do.”
- “The story is engaging and keeps you motivated to complete the missions.”
- “The missions are well-designed and add depth to the overall gameplay experience.”
- “I purchased the 2nd conveyor belt before the mission told me to and now it's bugged out entirely.”
- “Every time I complete a quest I never get my coins.”
- “Spend an hour or two cutting to finish a mission and not receive the reward is completely frustrating.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The reviews highlight a significant lack of music and sound effects in the game, which many players find detracts from the overall experience. While some users enjoy the gameplay, they express that the absence of music makes it boring over time, and they recommend adding calming or engaging soundtracks to enhance enjoyment. Overall, the consensus is that incorporating music would greatly improve the game's appeal.
- “Amazing! It is awesome, especially when you put on music; it makes it better 😀😀😃😃😃😃”
- “Fun! You can listen to music and play the game; this is one good song, natural.”
- “Cool game, fun and satisfying! Can you please add calming music to the game?”
- “It's not even ASMR or anything, no sound, no music, not easy controls, and you have to pay for most of it!”
- “The game itself is satisfying and actually good, but the reason I'm giving it 4 stars is the lack of music or sounds at all. The development team is recommended to add slicing sounds and/or calming music.”
- “Also, there is no music, which I have to have so I don't get bored even faster.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it tedious and time-consuming, others enjoy the grind and find it rewarding. Many users appreciate the satisfaction that comes from leveling up, though some resort to auto-clickers to manage the grind more easily. Overall, the game is described as fun and engaging, with a strong emphasis on grinding as a core mechanic.
- “My one and only complaint is that every time I start everything over, it is very tedious and takes so long to click on the level-up button until I stop leveling up.”
- “Just really sucks, especially that it's not realistically playable while offline since the time it takes to even get to the next stage would take an excessively tiring amount of time grinding.”
- “It is so much of a grind.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
13%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently funny and enjoyable, contributing to an overall entertaining experience. Many users express that the comedic elements enhance their gameplay, making it a source of laughter and fun.
- “It is so funny; I'm having a blast with this game—100% a blast.”
- “Bro, this is so funny.”
- “I'm laughing at the pros because I got millions.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally soothing, noting its calming effects during stressful times and its ability to provide relaxation without overwhelming ads. The overall experience is described as fun and wholesome, contributing positively to their mood.
- “I'm not feeling so well right now, and while I was playing, it made me feel calm and my head stopped hurting.”
- “You made me feel relaxed; there weren't that many ads, and it was really fun, just like an upgrade.”
- “Easy and wholesome game.”