Idle Tap Airport

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"Idle Tap Airport" is a single-player arcade game with good graphics, but is disturbed by ads and full of bugs. As the airport manager, upgrade facilities to attract more passengers, expanding and improving your airport for optimal growth. However, be prepared for technical issues that may affect gameplay. The game's description promises an engaging experience as you take control and manage the airport, but the reality falls short due to these technical problems.

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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,380 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization607 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and a fun concept that can be enjoyable for idle game fans.
It can be a good time-waster, especially for those who enjoy managing and upgrading an airport.
The gameplay can be satisfying when it runs smoothly, and the idea of managing an airport is appealing.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, making it frustrating to play as you spend more time watching ads than actually playing.
There are numerous bugs and glitches, particularly with the passport control system, which can halt progress.
Progression is slow and often requires watching ads to earn money or speed up processes, leading to a tedious experience.

monetization
614 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive reliance on ads, with players reporting that they spend more time watching advertisements than actually playing. Many users express frustration over forced ads that interrupt gameplay, as well as the lack of options to reduce or eliminate ads, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes revenue over user experience. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the overwhelming frequency and length of ads detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Egg Inc and Deep Town are awesome idle games, free and no ads.”
- “It could be really fun to play if there are no ads everywhere.”
- “The game would be fun if there weren't ads after every three presses of a button.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than being able to focus on building money for your airport.”
- “I understand the need to make money, but this many ads makes the game boring and unplayable.”
- “The game forces you to watch ads even when you click you don't want them, and does so often.”
gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
63%
13%
The gameplay of the game is generally described as decent and enjoyable at first, but it is heavily marred by an overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience. Many players find the mechanics simple yet repetitive, with significant frustration stemming from the constant interruptions caused by advertisements, leading to a perception that the game is more about watching ads than actual gameplay. Overall, while some users appreciate the potential of the gameplay, the excessive ad presence significantly detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “When I watched the advertisement, it looked amazing; awesome graphics and exciting gameplay.”
- “Good, easy mechanics and simple gameplay.”
- “Honest review: gameplay 10/10, smooth gameplay but the amount of ads you are forced to watch ruined a perfectly good game.”
- “Too many ads and it interferes with gameplay.”
- “No tutorial, no settings, and no way to interact with the devs. Even worse, there's absolutely nothing to tap other than ads, and gameplay is pretty much finished after an hour of play.”
- “Ads every minute or so keeps hampering the gameplay.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
25%
21%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews from users. While many praise the cute and appealing aesthetics, some criticize the graphics for being laggy, outdated, or lacking in realism. Despite these issues, several players find the graphics enjoyable and a strong point of the game, contributing to its addictive nature.
- “When I watched the advertisement, it looked amazing; awesome graphics and exciting gameplay.”
- “Awesome aesthetics and interface graphics.”
- “This is a super solid game because it has awesome graphics.”
- “I couldn't control it except for moving the screen, but the graphics are terrible; it looks like Game Boy graphics, it's terrible.”
- “Only graphics are the lacking point... massive game...”
- “Worst graphics.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
Overall, users express a strong desire for the inclusion of music and sound effects in the game, citing the current lack of audio as a significant drawback that detracts from the overall experience. Many reviewers feel that the absence of background music makes the game feel lonely and less engaging, and they believe that adding sound could enhance enjoyment and interaction.
- “The game is entertaining, but it would be better if you put music and sound effects on it.”
- “It's great, very fun and addictive, but it needs a bit of music.”
- “Good game, but it needs some kind of sound or music though.”
- “Lack of music and the excessive ads also ruin it for me.”
- “No music, which makes this not fun at all.”
- “Utterly terrible, it doesn't give any instructions when you first open the app, and it seems lonely with no music.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly at higher levels. Users report problems such as freezing during ads, issues with boarding queues, and lost purchases, leading to frustration despite the game's enjoyable elements. Overall, while some players find it fun, the persistent instability detracts from the experience.
- “So many glitches once you reach certain levels that make it hard to play more than 2 minutes before having to reload.”
- “I spent money on a gem package, and the app glitches 10 minutes later and they were gone.”
- “This game is just a buggy mess.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of clear missions and goals, leading to a focus on item upgrades rather than narrative progression. Many users find the story to be too short and lacking depth, with calls for more challenging missions and content expansion to enhance the overall experience.
- “Perfect customizable story.”
- “The story is engaging and immersive, making you feel invested in the characters.”
- “The narrative has a lot of potential and could benefit from further expansion.”
- “No clear missions or goals; it just seems to be about upgrading items. Customers get angry but don't walk out or refuse to pay, so there's no negative consequence for not focusing on issues.”
- “The story is way too short and needs expansion.”
- “There is no story to it.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's optimization is generally positive, with smooth graphics and enjoyable gameplay focused on strategy rather than efficiency metrics. However, players note a lack of measurable performance indicators and confusing upgrade paths, which can detract from the overall experience. The idle gameplay aspect is also limited to about 30 minutes.
- “At first, the game is fun, working out a strategy that allows the airport to run smoothly.”
- “Good graphics run smoothly.”
- “There is no way to actually measure your airport's performance, as it's not designed to be an efficiency-based game. The upgrading paths don't make sense between each station, and the idle part is at best 30 minutes.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking; it feels like a chore rather than a strategic challenge.”
- “I find the lack of meaningful optimization options frustrating. The game doesn't reward strategic planning or efficient resource management.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often leading to significant delays and a draining experience. The lack of player engagement during key moments contributes to a sense of stagnation and inefficiency.
- “Battery drainer, and is extremely tedious.”
- “After 2-3 plains landing, no one lines up at it, making the airport come to a grinding halt.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the humor in the game enhanced by the use of emojis, which adds an extra layer of fun to the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, especially with the clever use of emojis.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters adds a delightful layer to the gameplay.”