Island King

Island King is an adventure game with an interesting plot, delightful gameplay, outstanding graphics, and a good soundtrack, but it has too many ads and plenty of bugs. Players can attack and raid friends to win coins in this humorous game. Despite its flaws, Island King offers an engaging experience for those who enjoy strategy and adventure.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics299 positive mentions

monetization182 negative mentions

graphics
397 mentions
75 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant colors, cute character designs, and overall aesthetic appeal, making it visually engaging and enjoyable to play. Many users highlight the smooth animations and frequent updates that enhance the visual experience, contributing to the game's addictive nature. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, elevating the gameplay and keeping players entertained.
- “The graphics are exceptional!”
- “The colors are bold and the graphics are on point!”
- “This game is really awesome, the graphics are out of this world!”
- “Plus, this game obviously has no originality at all considering its entire format including the graphics are all renditions of another game and/or movie.”
- “Just strange ways to attack and it has more graphics it makes the animation of the animals swing around the game screen pick bingo islands to win your highest in jackpot money you can help friends island with green juice they use for the spinner to mutalise there damaged island you can verse your facebook friends on the map to find which island your friends are playing on in the game and you can also revange on the attacks on the island after they attack your island you can bop eggs tor items.”
- “Love the graphics, but when you get a new board it doesn't give you enough spins.”
monetization
198 mentions
5 % positive mentions
4 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ad views, offering spins and rewards in exchange for watching ads, which many players find excessive and intrusive. Users report frequent pop-up ads that disrupt gameplay, often leading to frustration and claims of misleading advertising that does not reflect the actual game experience. While some appreciate the option to earn rewards through ads, the overwhelming presence of advertisements and the pressure to make in-app purchases detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Fun sometimes the game has glitches just like any other app but it functions properly most of the time and is fun and a great way to pass time. It is kind of addictive once you start. It does have in-app purchases but also plenty of free ways to get spins and other items needed to play this game.”
- “Addicting and a good time killer and entertaining. No ads really, but there are in-app purchases that are thrown in your face when you run out of spins. I would rate it 5 if that was gone and it was still an option.”
- “Great game, no pressure for in-game purchases.”
- “Now after playing this one for about a year, I made one in-game purchase and they started charging my card every week for something I never signed up for.”
- “I downloaded the game because of the advertisement on Facebook, but when I started playing, the game was nothing like the preview.”
- “You won't get real money playing it; the ads are a scam to get people to play.”
stability
178 mentions
3 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay and result in lost rewards. While some players have had positive experiences with minimal issues, the overwhelming feedback indicates that recent updates have exacerbated these problems, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the game's stability issues are a major drawback that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “No glitches, always runs perfectly.”
- “So far, no glitches that I can see.”
- “Amazing! Passes the time and so far, no glitches.”
- “The game is full of glitches, and rewards are given and taken seconds later.”
- “I've played Island King for a while now and the game was okay at first, but the further into the game you get, the more glitches and crashes happen.”
- “The game is fun and I love it; however, it has a lot of glitches, setbacks, and it's not worth me spending my money anymore.”
story
39 mentions
28 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its charm and imaginative elements, as well as the cute graphics that accompany it. However, some users feel that the narrative plateaus after the initial setup, leading to a lack of engagement as the game progresses. Overall, while the story adds a fun layer to the gameplay, it is often seen as simplistic and similar to other games in the genre.
- “Great story line, great graphics, an absolute jewel to play!”
- “The story and the graphics are cute.”
- “Very imaginative story line.”
- “The storyline started off well but, after the game begins, it plateaus.”
- “Fun but so similar to all the games of this style that it's just the same game with a new skin and few changes in objectives and storyline, and minimal at that.”
- “Great game, but the only thing I found really wrong was that in between different adventures or missions, there was always an ad, and it got really annoying.”
humor
30 mentions
97 % positive mentions
-7 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, particularly in the character interactions and challenges. Many users highlight the game's ability to provide a lighthearted experience, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. However, some players express frustration with certain game mechanics, suggesting that while the humor is a strong point, it is sometimes overshadowed by technical issues.
- “Also, the graphics in this game are very good. Let me rephrase that: they are very well done. The characters are so funny that you have to laugh when you play it, and the challenges are not as easy as you think; they are very difficult.”
- “I love this game! The best part is my daughter loves the little side games it has within the game, like shooting pumpkins and fish. She thinks it's so funny.”
- “Funny parts to this game include attacking, especially the woolly mammoth greeting, which is a fury missile before belting it into an island!”
- “It's not funny enough to be a good friend; to be honest, I think I have a couple of friends who have seen better humor in other games.”
- “The jokes fall flat and often feel forced, making it hard to enjoy the comedic moments.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the humor just didn't land for me.”
gameplay
28 mentions
29 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun, easy, and addictive, with many players enjoying the graphics and character design. However, there is significant criticism regarding the disparity between advertised gameplay and the actual experience, leading to feelings of disappointment and frustration. While some appreciate the opportunities for earning in-game rewards, others express concerns about the game's reliance on promotions and potential issues with bugs and monetization practices.
- “The graphics are great, gameplay is easy; bottom line, the game is fun!”
- “It is so much fun! Love the characters, colors, gameplay, graphics, and the storyline.”
- “Very addictive gameplay.”
- “Advertised gameplay was absolutely nothing like actual gameplay.”
- “I downloaded this game after seeing an ad video for it, but the gameplay is nothing like what was shown in the ad.”
- “A copy of a horrible game that has no actual gameplay and runs solely on constant promotions and advertisements on TV and YouTube, which the people watching them mindlessly consume.”
music
13 mentions
54 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being soothing and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience with its tropical and relaxing vibes. However, some users have expressed dissatisfaction with recent updates, claiming that the new music is less appealing and that it interferes with other audio apps. Overall, while many appreciate the game's sound design, there are mixed feelings about changes made in updates.
- “First, the music is soothing, not garishly loud and obnoxious.”
- “I totally like the tropical forest music because I can feel more excitement to enjoy playing this game.”
- “I love this game and the music instrumental makes it more fun.”
- “The new music sucks!”
- “I am not happy anymore with your game since the last update; your wheel is impossible to play, so greedy, and your app stops my music now from iHeartRadio and other services!”
- “This system game made problems with my YouTube and YouTube Music account; I can't operate or even open YouTube as usual.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as friendly and engaging, enhanced by vibrant graphics and playful side games that offer various rewards like coins and card chests. Overall, players appreciate the lively and enjoyable environment it creates.
- “The atmosphere is friendly, with so many ways to earn coins, card chests, stars, etc. The side games are playful and rewarding.”
- “Great graphics and atmosphere.”
- “Great atmosphere.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is described as deeply emotional and heartbreaking, serving as a lesson in emotional control. However, there are concerns about its impact on young children, particularly regarding its accessibility and potential influence on their emotional development.
- “It has become a heartbreaking game.”
- “When it is a lesson of emotional control.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that Coin Master struggles to run on low-cost or low-performance phones, indicating significant optimization issues that prevent the game from functioning properly on such devices.
- “Coin Master won't work on low-cost performance phones, even if it's the first app you install.”
- “The game struggles to run smoothly on older devices, making it frustrating for players with budget phones.”
- “Optimization issues lead to frequent crashes and long loading times, severely impacting the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game’s excellent replay value, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Awesome game, great replay value indeed!”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes me want to play again and again.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”