LunaCross: Crossword

About

"LunaCross: Crossword" is a casual, single-player game that features innovative crossword puzzles with pretty visuals. However, the game is currently full of bugs that may affect gameplay. The game aims to boost brain power with its reimagined crossword experience. Overall, it has the potential to be an enjoyable word game, but the existing bugs may hinder the experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 541 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization121 negative mentions

Fun and challenging gameplay that keeps players engaged.
Great graphics and a cute character design enhance the gaming experience.
The game offers variable difficulty levels, allowing players to choose their challenge.

Excessive ads after every level disrupt the gameplay experience.
The energy system limits playtime, requiring players to wait or pay to continue.
Many puzzles and clues are repetitive, leading to a lack of variety and excitement.

monetization
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
2%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized for its excessive and intrusive ad placements, with many players reporting ads after nearly every level and frequent interruptions during gameplay. While some users are willing to tolerate ads in free games, the overwhelming frequency and the requirement to purchase in-game currency or lives have led to frustration and uninstalls. Overall, the balance between gameplay and monetization is seen as heavily skewed towards ad revenue, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The way it's written is as if you get unlimited games, but no, it's 24 hours just like no ads.”
- “There is also a lifetime no ads purchase too, but this isn't that. The in-game ads weren't really too intrusive, but I got it specifically for the unlimited games, which is limited to 4 games, and it is annoying.”
- “The problem isn't the ads; lots of games have those.”
- “No way to earn in-game currency without either buying it or watching ads for a super small amount (you can earn 40) while upgrades start to cost thousands fast.”
- “This game is nothing more than an advertisement delivery app.”
- “Forced ads and energy mechanic make a pleasant game completely abhorrent to play.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, particularly in comparison to other crossword games, but is significantly hindered by intrusive ads and an energy mechanic that limits playtime. While players appreciate the core mechanics, many express frustration over the frequent interruptions and the reliance on abbreviations and slang, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay has potential but is marred by monetization strategies that make it less enjoyable.
- “Fun gameplay, nicer than most crosswords as all the letters needed are provided with no extras.”
- “Great gameplay, no mandatory ads, okay graphics.”
- “The actual gameplay is very fun, but it's locked behind the typical mobile game mechanics.”
- “Basically, it's a clock delay game with slow progression because insufficient gameplay unraveling exists.”
- “A few minutes of gameplay at a time while you have to put up with roadblocks being thrown in your way so the developers can cash in.”
- “Serves more ads than gameplay.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes occurring during gameplay, loading screens, and even while watching ads. Users report that the game often requires a restart due to these glitches, which detracts from the overall enjoyment despite the game's fun elements. While some players have not experienced glitches, the majority highlight the frustrating impact of these stability problems on their gaming experience.
- “But, it's frustrating because it's slow loading between screens and still freezes a lot.”
- “The game freezes, and you have to come out and reload.”
- “Its a great game when it works but it freezes a lot!”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their quality and aesthetic appeal. However, some players have noted issues with lag, suggesting that the game may be more demanding on devices than other titles. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, despite some minor technical concerns.
- “I love the graphics.”
- “Fun game, nice graphics.”
- “Nice graphics, easy to play.”
- “Seems to lag a lot; I'd say it's my phone, but more graphics-demanding games seem to run smoother.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story and characters are generally considered uninteresting and unnecessary, with players feeling that the narrative elements slow down gameplay. Many users prefer focusing on missions rather than engaging with the story or collectibles.
- “The characters and the story are not very interesting.”
- “Unnecessary story elements and collectibles slow things down immensely.”
- “I rarely engage with the story, unless it's part of daily missions.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat enjoyable due to good clues, but it often becomes tedious, especially when interrupted by ads.
- “Good clues, but the grinding becomes tedious.”
- “Good game, but it gets tedious with the ads.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express frustration with game developers for disabling music, indicating that it detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “Why do the game developers insist on turning off my music?”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance, with players experiencing significant slowdowns that can render it unplayable during extended sessions.
- “It's a cool game, but the performance feels kind of horrible for what the game really is. It slows down to unplayable points if you play it for too long.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I expected better performance; the game often struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”