Lightbot : Code Hour

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Lightbot : Code Hour is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by SpriteBox LLC and was released on May 8, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

Introduce kids to coding with puzzles; the most fun way to learn programming!

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,661 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Great introduction to programming concepts for kids, making learning fun and engaging.
The game offers a variety of puzzles that encourage logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Many users appreciate the simplicity and accessibility of the game, making it suitable for a wide age range.

The game is criticized for being too short, with many players finishing it quickly and wanting more levels.
Some users find certain levels frustratingly difficult, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
There are complaints about the lack of advanced features or mechanics, which could enhance the educational value.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, featuring a cute and engaging art style that appeals to both children and adults. Users appreciate the simplicity and clarity of the visuals, which complement the gameplay and enhance the learning experience. While some note a lack of recent updates, the graphics remain a strong point, contributing to the game's fun and approachable nature.
- “Cute graphics, fun music, good difficulty progression.”
- “I love this game; it has great graphics and the controls are simple.”
- “Great graphics and overall a fantastic concept.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
- “The visual style is bland and uninspired, failing to capture my interest.”
- “The graphics are subpar, with low-resolution textures that detract from the overall experience.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is enjoyable and entertaining, offering a fun experience within a brief 30-minute session. However, players feel it lacks depth due to limited levels and mechanics, suggesting that additional content and complexity could enhance the overall experience.
- “Loved the 30 minutes of gameplay.”
- “The game is quite simple in its core mechanics yet really entertaining.”
- “It's a fun little game, but it should have more levels and more mechanics, like an end loop condition or more options for actions.”
- “I think this would also help stretch the gameplay for those users frustrated by the game's brevity.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the app is widely praised, with users finding it both entertaining and educational, particularly in relation to programming. Many reviewers highlight the app's ability to engage players through its funny content while also providing a challenging experience. Overall, it successfully combines humor with learning, making it enjoyable for both professionals and casual players.
- “Amazing app, play and learn funny at the same time.”
- “Wow, really funny! I tested it, and it really teaches about programming.”
- “This is a great and funny app. I am a software engineer by profession and still played for half an hour with pleasure.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its fun and engaging quality, complementing the cute graphics and overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the option to mute the music, although sound effects remain active. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's appeal.
- “Cute graphics, fun music, good difficulty progression.”
- “Dude, I loved your work! It's so attractive, especially the music. Great game, marvelous work! ”
- “There should be an option to mute the music without affecting the sound effects.”
- “The music is repetitive and quickly becomes annoying.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the absence of ads in the game, highlighting it as a positive aspect of its monetization strategy. However, there are comparisons to similar games that include ads, suggesting a desire for a completely ad-free experience.
- “Thank you for building a game like this, and also for having no ads!”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without feeling forced.”
- “It's just a copy of Lightbot but with ads.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the gameplay experience.”
- “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to spend money, which ruins the enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have reported that the app appears to be optimized for older versions of Android, leading to compatibility issues on newer devices, such as the Samsung Tab A. This has raised concerns about its overall performance and usability on current hardware.
- “I received a message saying: this app was built for an older version of Android and may not be optimized for your device (I'm using a Samsung Tab A).”
- “The game runs poorly on my device, and it feels like it hasn't been optimized for newer hardware.”
- “I constantly experience lag and crashes, which suggests that the optimization for this game is severely lacking.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is engaging, but some players find it challenging, particularly when it comes to completing the final mission.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report occasional glitches when using the back button on their phones, but these issues are temporary and resolve quickly. Overall, stability appears to be generally acceptable despite these minor interruptions.
- “When I tap the phone's back button, there are a few glitches on the screen before it returns to normal.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly impossible to enjoy.”
- “I've experienced constant lag and freezing, which severely impacts gameplay.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express that the game evokes a sense of intelligence and empowerment, contributing positively to their emotional experience.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game offers an enjoyable experience, many users feel that it lacks significant replayability, suggesting that once completed, there is little incentive to play again.
- “This was incredibly fun, but not much replayability.”