Monstercakes
- May 5, 2017
- Paleno Games
Monstercakes is a simple yet addictive game that combines elements of 2048 and match-3. The objective is to match and combine monster cakes to create higher-level cakes and earn stickers, which can be traded, sold, or used in showcases. Climb the leaderboard by combining monster cakes as high as you can! Contact for any inquiries.
Reviews
- The game is a fun and relaxing way to pass the time, especially for achievement hunters, as it offers 118 achievements that can be unlocked quickly.
- It features cute graphics and a pleasant soundtrack, making it enjoyable to play for short bursts.
- Players appreciate the daily item drops and trading card opportunities, which add an extra layer of engagement beyond the gameplay.
- The game is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, often compared to a low-effort mobile game.
- Many players experience issues with the controls, such as tiles not snapping correctly, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The heavy reliance on achievement spam and trading card mechanics detracts from the overall gaming experience, making it feel more like a tool for collecting than a genuine game.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as casual and addictive, primarily revolving around a match-3 and merge mechanic that combines elements from games like 2048 and connect-3. While players appreciate the fun and colorful design, as well as the rewarding system, many express concerns about its longevity and value, noting that achievements can be easily obtained and the overall experience may feel too brief for the price.
“I've found myself deep in contemplation, considering the deeper meanings behind the game's mechanics and the lessons it teaches.”
“I really enjoy the merge mechanic mixed with the puzzle element.”
“Monstercakes is a basic match-3 style game that is a merge between 2048 and connect-3 style games, the gameplay is surprisingly addictive and really fun.”
“You get every achievement for just opening the game; gameplay is casual, but the game wouldn't last in the long run.”
“$1 is too much for 2 minutes of gameplay...”
“1$ for 2 minutes of gameplay.....”
- graphics16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simplistic and cartoonish, reminiscent of low-effort mobile apps, with a vibrant color palette that enhances the fantastical elements. While some players appreciate the design for its casual charm, many criticize the lack of substantial graphical quality and options, particularly for a PC game, leading to a perception of underwhelming visuals overall.
“The sound design is simply incredible, the graphics are breathtaking, with a vibrant color palette that brings the fantastical puzzles to life.”
“Casual and fun mix between 2048 and match-3, the graphical elements are well-designed, pretty fun to play for a few minutes per day.”
“Great puzzle game mixture between 2048 and match-3 with cute graphics.”
“While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
“The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as enjoyable and relaxing, with a pleasant soundtrack that complements the charming visuals of the game. While some players feel the music may not perfectly fit the game's theme, it is consistently praised for its soothing qualities and overall contribution to the gaming experience.
“It's a simple matching game with charming little monsters and a quite enjoyable soundtrack.”
“From the moment I started playing, I was transported to a magical world of music and monsters.”
“The music doesn't really fit the game, but is really nice.”
“Some relaxing type of spa music.”
“A nice little match 3 game with an easy listening soundtrack.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is tedious and primarily focused on farming cards and achievements, often leading to a monotonous experience. While some players find it a chill farming game, many suggest that it lacks depth and is best suited for those using automated tools to manage the grinding. Overall, the game has potential but feels underdeveloped, making the grinding feel more like a chore than an engaging activity.
“It's not worth it for the stickers/cards; grinding becomes boring work.”
“I recommend buying it only if you use an automatic trading card grinding software.”
“It's not like a bad idea, but it's just for farming cards, and you get all the achievements when you start the game.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and lighthearted, making it a fun time-killer reminiscent of games like 2048. However, while the gameplay offers a humorous experience for casual play, it may not sustain its comedic appeal over longer sessions.
“A funny little game with a lot of achievements! :D”
“Gameplay is funny and easy.”
“A funny time-killer that reminds me of 2048.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent one from achieving success. However, despite its meaningful message, the narrative failed to engage gamers, leading to a lack of interest in the game overall.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, bugs, and crashes, which detract from the overall experience. Players have noted that these problems overshadow the gameplay, making it difficult to enjoy the intended puzzler elements.
“The game is plagued with an influx of glitches, bugs, and crashes.”
“I picked this up thinking it would be a cute little puzzler, but it's just really buggy.”
“The achievement spam is overwhelming, and the game is riddled with issues.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization model is likened to that of a free mobile game, focusing on marketing without the presence of ads, which users appreciate. Players feel the game is worth its price due to the absence of intrusive advertisements, enhancing the overall experience.
“It's refreshing to see a game that offers a fair monetization model without bombarding players with ads.”
“The monetization system is balanced, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game provides optional purchases that enhance the experience without being necessary to progress.”
“The monetization model feels exploitative, with too many paywalls that hinder progress.”
“It's frustrating to see that the game is designed around pushing microtransactions rather than focusing on gameplay.”
“While the game is enjoyable, the constant prompts to spend money detract from the overall experience.”