Idle Stickman

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Idle Stickman is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by ZPLAY Games and was released on August 16, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Idle Stickman" is a factory simulation game where you train your skills with various weapons and defeat enemies. Unlock over 50 unique stickman characters and weapons, and earn trillions of dollars with no limit. Use insane power-ups to increase your earnings and fight fun enemies in this idle game.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,502 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

monetization160 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good way to pass the time.
Players enjoy the graphics and the variety of characters and bosses.
Many users appreciate the gameplay mechanics and find it satisfying to level up.

The game is plagued by excessive and intrusive ads, which disrupt gameplay.
Several users reported issues with the ad removal feature not working as intended.
There are multiple complaints about the game containing malware or viruses, leading to uninstalls.

monetization
188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report frustration with unskippable ads, even after purchasing the ad removal option, which often fails to eliminate ads entirely. While some users have found ways to mitigate the ad experience, such as using airplane mode, the general consensus is that the aggressive ad placement detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Really well built, both from game designing and monetization's perspective.”
- “I chose to pay $2.99 for no ads.”
- “It's an enjoyable game but when you buy no ads you still get ads, so it's misleading.”
- “There is a ridiculous amount of ads in this game.”
- “Ads are overdone in an otherwise entertaining game, but 50% of my time playing has been watching ads, even after buying ad removal.”
- “Paid for ads but I am still getting ads.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as typical for an idle game, offering some interesting elements but ultimately lacking depth, leading to a repetitive experience. While some players enjoy it and recommend it, many express frustration with the frequent advertisements that disrupt the flow and detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “It's pretty much like any other idle game; it's interesting, and the gameplay is not bad. My biggest issue is the advertisement. I watched it knowing that it's an idle game, but it looked more like a puzzle game, so it got me intrigued.”
- “Amazing gameplay! I recommend you guys to play this awesome game; I love it so much.”
- “Only downside is the continuous adverts after five minutes of gameplay.”
- “Boring gameplay.”
- “Ad simulator with zero gameplay depth.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently express a desire for background music and sound effects in the game, indicating that the absence of audio detracts from their overall enjoyment. Many reviewers believe that adding music would enhance the gaming experience and help maintain player engagement over the long term. Overall, while the gameplay is appreciated, the lack of audio elements is a common point of criticism.
- “It's an amazing game but please add music.”
- “Very enjoyable game, but it does need some background music or something.”
- “Very enjoyable game but it does need some background music or something.”
- “It's a great game but it would be more enjoyable if you added sound and music.”
- “I expected that it would have music and not just vibrations!”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mostly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, animation, and overall visual appeal. However, there are a few negative comments highlighting dissatisfaction with the graphics, indicating a mixed reception. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's enjoyment for most players.
- “The graphics are amazing, and I love how you're able to summon others to help. The bosses give you huge rewards!”
- “It is amazing, and the graphics are great. The animation is incredible, and the gameplay is very good.”
- “I just started, and I'm on level 11. The graphics are great!”
- “Its graphics are horrible.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as mildly amusing, with some users finding the ads unintentionally funny and the stick figure characters reminiscent of popular YouTubers. Overall, while the humor may not be consistently strong, it adds a lighthearted element to the gameplay experience.
- “It is only a 2-star game, but I can say this: people complain about ads, but some of them are so stupid that they are funny.”
- “I had seen stick figures that look like a YouTuber, which is funny. Thanks for the fun game! ☺”
- “Pretty good, but funny sometimes.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably poor, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as freezing during boss fights and issues with in-game currency. Additionally, some players have raised concerns about potential virus infections and intrusive ads, leading to a generally negative perception of the game's reliability.
- “Tried to install and before the installation happened my phone was being buggy, and then I got the notification that 'Idlestickman' appears to be infected with a virus, so instantly a 2-star rating. Don't download; it has viruses.”
- “It's a bit buggy; money does not add up correctly during play, and there are forced ads even if you skip.”
- “The game keeps closing, and I'm not able to level up because of glitches.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is viewed as extremely disappointing, with players expressing frustration over unachievable daily quests and a lack of meaningful progression, leading to a sense of futility in gameplay.
- “Extremely disappointing considering the daily quest still wants me to open 3 gates, so the daily quest can't be completed no matter what I do. I spent 2 hours on prestige ads trying to max out gate 1, and with prestige 118, I'm not even close to my income numbers, making the game feel pointless after just 2 weeks.”