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Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course is a single player action game. It was developed by SayGames Ltd and was released on July 5, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course" is a casual platform game where players guide their jelly-like character through various obstacle courses to reach the end in the shortest time. The game features a unique mechanic of shifting the character's shape up and down to fit through barriers and over obstacles. With a large number of levels, various jelly characters to unlock, and increasing difficulty, the game offers a fun and challenging experience for players. The goal is to become the slipperiest, slinkiest, slidingest jelly and collect all the stars.

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,660 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

monetization1.2k negative mentions

The game has a fun and simple concept that can be enjoyable for short bursts of time.
The graphics are colorful and appealing, making the game visually engaging.
The game can be a good way to pass the time and is suitable for casual play.

There are excessive ads, with an ad after every level, making the game frustrating to play.
The gameplay is repetitive and lacks challenge, as levels do not get progressively harder.
The game can be glitchy, causing crashes and lag, which detracts from the overall experience.

monetization
1,220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized for its excessive use of ads, with players reporting that they encounter ads after nearly every level, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing. Many users express frustration over the intrusive nature of these ads, which can be unskippable and disrupt gameplay, leading to a diminished overall experience. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the overwhelming frequency and length of the ads have prompted numerous uninstalls and negative reviews, indicating a strong desire for a more balanced approach to monetization.
- “I have been playing nonstop for about two days and have made a lot of progress. I haven't made any in-app purchases, and I really think you should try it out.”
- “I love this game; it has absolutely no ads while your Wi-Fi or internet is off.”
- “Omg, I was playing yesterday and there were lots of ads, but now there are no ads! An ad appears every 10 levels. I recommend you play this game.”
- “The amount of ads in this game is completely ridiculous.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the actual game.”
- “It's really sad because the game is a cool idea, the graphics are good and while the controls don't always work well, it's overall a good game, but the ads make this unenjoyable and frustrating.”
gameplay
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
51%
14%
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and simple, with some players finding it fun and addictive, while others criticize it for being too easy and repetitive. However, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the experience, with many users reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. Overall, while the gameplay has potential, the excessive ad interruptions make it frustrating and unenjoyable for many players.
- “The gameplay is good and fun.”
- “The gameplay is fun, predictable, but fun.”
- “Super smooth, simple and easy gameplay, I like it a lot.”
- “In the first 5 minutes of gameplay, trying to see if it's a game I want to support, I was exposed to at least 20 ads in various forms.”
- “Levels are far too short to justify an ad after each level, to the point where it seems like the ads are longer than the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is mediocre at best and boring at worst.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
28%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cute and colorful art style, as well as the overall quality of the visuals. However, some users criticize the simplicity of the graphics and express disappointment over the presence of excessive ads, which detracts from the gaming experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they are often overshadowed by frustrations related to ads and gameplay challenges.
- “The graphics are very nice for a simple game like this; it's clear effort was made in the modeling aspect.”
- “I love how colorful the game is and the graphics are great too.”
- “This game is fun, a great time killer, and it has amazing graphics!”
- “The art style, while cute, is pretty simple and doesn't leave me visually impressed.”
- “Most mobile games today sell a quick cash grab, a stupid, not well integrated gimmick, and awful graphics.”
- “It's ok but the ads are so annoying and the graphics are terrible; it's not worth the data on your device.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The stability of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Many players experienced their phones becoming unresponsive, particularly during critical moments in levels, leading to frustration and even device restarts. While a few users noted a lack of issues, the majority expressed disappointment, suggesting that the game's stability issues significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “I've had it for a day now and I've found no glitches whatsoever, so it's really good and not like other apps.”
- “It is so cool, and you slide right through with no glitches or mistakes. It gives you only 2 ads a day.”
- “I'm on the first level and as I'm about to go through one of the obstacles, my phone freezes up and becomes unresponsive.”
- “I couldn't even get past the first level, and it's not the difficulty of the game; it's the fact that when I'm about to pass the last frame on the level, it freezes and then my phone powers off.”
- “This game is not worth getting; I don't know why, but I can't get past the first level because it just freezes at the same place every time. I wish I could give it no stars.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the characters cute and goofy, contributing to an overall fun experience. However, many users express frustration over the frequency of ads, which detracts from the enjoyment of the gameplay. Overall, the game is described as entertaining and humorous, making it a favorite among players despite the ad-related issues.
- “This game is also cute with the characters and funny.”
- “This game is fun, funny, and cool .”
- “It's funny that I had to watch an ad before playing the game for the first time.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
Overall, players express significant disappointment with the lack of music in the game, often describing it as boring and lacking engagement without sound. Many reviewers suggest that adding music, such as a relaxing lofi beat, would enhance the gameplay experience and make it more enjoyable. Additionally, technical issues with the existing audio have led some to turn off the music entirely, further detracting from the overall atmosphere.
- “Maybe you should add some entertaining music or something.”
- “Put music and longer & harder levels so maybe people other than toddlers will appeal to this.”
- “I think it is a good game, but it would be much better if you could add some sounds or music to the game.”
- “The music is messed up in the game and kept giving horrible feedback, making me switch the music off. The gameplay itself is laggy, and it just became boring after playing it a few times.”
- “It was an okay game, a semi-unique concept, but it's ruined by ads after every level and no music. A little lo-fi beat or something would have made this game much better.”
- “I really wish it had some music because it's kind of boring without sound effects, and the ads are way too many.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The story aspect of the game is described as emotionally impactful, particularly highlighting the journey of a jelly blob that adapts to its surroundings. However, players express frustration with the frequent ads interrupting gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience and narrative immersion.
- “And make more of a story for it... 'Jelly in the air shifting through obstacles with gumball or prize machine giving me more as I chase candy and donuts and become hyper while shifting, unlocking skins and being promised jelly camp which never came.'”
- “Honestly, I have played one level and am deeply moved by the story of a jelly blob shifting into the shapes of those conformed around them.”
- “The game could be better if ads didn't pop up after every single mission is completed; it's annoying and knocks you off build up momentum!”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users report smooth performance, others experience issues such as stuttering and excessive ads, suggesting that it may not be well-optimized for all devices.
- “It runs smoothly though.”
- “A OnePlus 6 should be able to run this without any stuttering.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is described as engaging and enjoyable, with elements that evoke humor and creativity, such as the "holy cheese stick." However, the presence of excessive ads detracts from the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere in this game is absolutely immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of another world.”
- “I love how the game's atmosphere draws you in; every detail contributes to a sense of wonder and adventure.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and haunting sound design creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth or immersion.”
- “I expected a rich environment, but the atmosphere is dull and lifeless.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to stay engaged.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional response to the game is largely negative, with users expressing frustration and disappointment, particularly regarding its lack of engagement and the inability to change disliked elements, such as characters. Overall, it is perceived as a low-quality experience that fails to evoke any meaningful emotional connection.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and feel that it primarily serves as a means for installation farming rather than providing engaging gameplay.
- “Stop begging me to play your game just for installation farming.”
- “Tedious gameplay.”

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Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course is a action game.

Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course was released on July 5, 2019.

Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course was developed by SayGames Ltd.

Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Jelly Shift - Obstacle Course is a single player game.

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