K-Pop Academy

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Lead cute and adorable stars in this idle idol management sim!

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Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 652 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

monetization88 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and adorable character designs that appeal to K-pop fans.
Gameplay is simple and enjoyable, making it easy to pick up and play casually.
The game offers optional ads for rewards, allowing players to progress without feeling forced to watch them constantly.

The game is heavily reliant on ads for progression, which can be frustrating and disrupt the overall experience.
There are numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with furniture placement and idol interactions, which detract from gameplay.
Many players find the game repetitive and lacking in content, leading to boredom after a short period of play.

monetization
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
98%
The monetization strategy in the game heavily relies on ads, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and necessity of watching them for progression. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the affordability of in-game purchases, others find the ad load excessive and intrusive, leading to a diminished gameplay experience. Additionally, technical issues with ad functionality have been reported, further complicating the monetization model.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to earn in-game currency without spending real money.”
- “The balance between free content and paid options is well thought out.”
- “Watching ads became necessary for in-game progression, hence why I deleted it.”
- “Just one payment to remove all ads, cause half of the game is watching ads and it ruins the experience.”
- “The game is good, but I do wish you could progress without the multiple ads.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
8%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming and cute art style, which many players find appealing and a key reason for their enjoyment. However, some users note inconsistencies and issues with low-quality sprites for certain idols, as well as bugs that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, there are areas for improvement in terms of technical performance and variety.
- “The graphics and idols are amazing.”
- “The art style and the design of the whole thing is just so perfect!”
- “The colors are nice, the graphics are cute, gameplay is smooth, and the idols are all unique.”
- “Overall, I think this is a very cute and chill game, but there are some things that frustrate me while playing, like not being able to tap on ads to watch them and earn coins/items, as well as the low graphics quality for some idols' sprites.”
- “Its great game and I love it, but I seem to have an issue with some of the ads that have a lot of graphics shutting down my app, and I don't get the rewards. Sometimes it redoes some of the things I already did, like cleaning the rooms or taking care of the boys.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it is so very boring to play, and the art style makes the characters look... whitewashed despite having Korean names.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
48%
17%
The gameplay is characterized as cute and simple, with a mix of idle mechanics and ad-watching elements that some players find enjoyable, while others criticize it for being repetitive and overly reliant on ads. Many users appreciate the charming art style and character designs, but express frustration with bugs and the slow progression due to timers. Overall, the gameplay is seen as relaxing but lacking depth, with a desire for more interactive features and content updates.
- “The gameplay is smooth and I'm looking forward to more updates and new content in the future.”
- “Love this game, no annoying ads, smoother gameplay, adorable animations.”
- “The designs are adorable and the gameplay doesn't get too repetitive as you keep progressing.”
- “Why is there game mechanics in my ad-watching game?”
- “Gameplay-wise it is so very boring to play and the art style makes the characters look whitewashed despite having Korean names.”
- “Repetitive gameplay and takes ages to level up because your idols take 5 minutes just to do training.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
95%
The game is generally described as cute and fun, but players report a variety of bugs and glitches that can affect gameplay, such as disappearing characters and unresponsive actions. While many users note that these issues are not game-breaking and do not significantly hinder enjoyment, some express frustration with the frequency and impact of the glitches, particularly during ad interactions. Overall, the stability of the game is seen as a work in progress, with players hoping for future updates to address these concerns.
- “Super cute so far, and no glitches or lags 😺”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I've played for hours without encountering any stability issues; it's impressive!”
- “The only problem I have is it can be a bit buggy at times, sometimes when doing the love-up conversations the idol will disappear, sometimes there's two of the chibi avatars for an idol in the houses, sometimes the idols won't get out of the chairs, toilets/bathtubs/sauna, or beds, and they don't have legs when they're in the sauna, but none of the bugs actually affect gameplay.”
- “Pretty fun but constantly glitches causing me to lose out on ad rewards.”
- “Every time I try to train an idol with the pull-ups, the idol disappears, and the game freezes.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as cute and engaging, with players appreciating the potential for deeper character development and relationships through side quests. However, many users feel that the current narrative lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay and a desire for more substantial story elements. Overall, while the concept is appealing, there is a strong call for enhancements to the storyline to enrich the gaming experience.
- “Even better, an actual story plot!”
- “I also think making a story with the K-pop artists would help the game feel more in depth.”
- “Art style is so cute, storyline is so cute, everything about this is so cute!”
- “Kpop story has comparably bad art, but the gameplay is leagues better than this game.”
- “To improve the game, consider adding story side quests to develop the characters more or show their relationship together.”
- “Rinse and repeat is the gameplay; after unlocking them all in a single day, I thought something new would happen, but no, nothing. I just hope it updates and adds something new like story personality.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Players appreciate the music in the game but express a desire for more variety, such as additional songs and rhythm minigames. Some users report technical issues, like music stopping unexpectedly during gameplay, and suggest improvements for better interaction with K-pop idols. Overall, while the music is enjoyable, there are calls for enhancements to the musical experience and functionality.
- “I really enjoy playing this game, my only suggestion is that there should be an edit button to view your K-pop idols according to rank, rating, level, etc. Another thing is you can add more songs to the minigame, or more rhythm/music minigames.”
- “I really like this game, but I wish there was more activity, like minigames in the game, to make music, have dance practice, talk with the idols, and more.”
- “A great game, but I wish the songs could be called and the place of singing.”
- “Sometimes, when I'm playing music while playing the game, it stops suddenly.”
- “It's always bugging every time you've cleared a song :')”
- “Also, I'm pretty sure they used AI to make the songs in concerts since it sounds a bit glitchy?”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The character development in the game is highly praised for its cute and appealing designs, which contribute to an engaging visual experience. However, some users noted a minor issue with the "speed up timer," which does not function as intended. Overall, the character designs are a standout feature that enhances the game's charm.
- “The character designs are very cute and the different art is all so adorable!”
- “I do love the character designs and overall interface; it's adorable!”
- “This game is super good, definitely download! I love all the graphics and the character design.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's humor to be charming and engaging, highlighting its cute characters and lively interactions as key elements that enhance the overall fun experience. The positive reception suggests that the humor effectively contributes to the game's appeal.
- “This game is very cute and kind of funny. I love it so much! Thank you to the creator for making this; it's very fun, if you ask me.”
- “The characters have so much life and are really funny.”
- “Funny.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players have reported significant issues with optimization, particularly in item placement, which restricts efficient use of space and makes it challenging to position items correctly. Additionally, the inability to scroll through all idols in the performance screen further hampers the user experience.
- “The biggest issue is with placing items; the game really doesn't allow for full optimization of space. When you try to place things in the very corners, it just doesn't work, making it difficult to get items in the right direction.”
- “The biggest issue is with placing items; the game really doesn't allow for full optimization of space. When you try to place things in the very corners, it just doesn't work, and it's difficult to get items in the right direction.”
- “You can't scroll to see all of your idols in the performance screen.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the community-building and decoration elements of the game, but many find the repetitive task of picking up trash to be tedious, leading to a decrease in engagement.
- “I enjoyed gathering members and decorating their space, but I stopped opening the game because picking up the trash is so tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually enjoying the gameplay.”