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Monthly Idol is a single player management game. It was developed by 608factory and was released on August 25, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 7,813 reviews
music27 positive mentions
monetization147 negative mentions

  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a unique experience of managing a K-pop group.
  • The graphics are cute and the gameplay is engaging, making it enjoyable for long periods.
  • The developers are responsive to feedback and frequently update the game with new features.
  • The game can become repetitive after a while, leading to boredom once players reach a certain level.
  • There are issues with lag and crashing, especially during concerts and when loading the game.
  • The tutorial can be confusing and overwhelming, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
  • music
    195 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game has received praise for its catchy tunes and engaging gameplay, but players are eager for more variety and features. Many users suggest adding options for selecting choreography and background music during concerts, as well as the ability to create individual songs and albums. Additionally, there are requests for more music shows, collaborations, and the inclusion of music charts to enhance the overall experience and reflect the competitive nature of the K-pop industry.

    • “The game experience is overall very engaging, very fun and interesting, and its complexity in its game mechanics helps it stand out amongst other idol or music producing games.”
    • “I love the broadcasting station minigames, and the music changing based on concept when you're releasing an album is a little quirk that I really liked.”
    • “It's a great game, but it gets boring. I wish they would add more features like collaboration or meeting other idols, and I wish for more awards such as best live.”
    • “I wish we could play this game while also listening to music at the same time; it's really annoying when I try to play and listen to songs but the audios keep overlaying.”
    • “The only improvements I'd really like to see are the gameplay (such as events, more control over music releases, sub-units, etc.) and more saving options, like renaming a save file so I won't accidentally overwrite my data.”
    • “It's a great game, but it gets boring. I wish they would add more features like collaboration or meeting other idols, and I wish for more awards such as best live. I wish I could choose how many songs are in the album or the title of the songs.”
  • monetization
    163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game primarily revolves around optional ads that players can watch to earn in-game rewards such as outfits, hairstyles, and currency. While many users appreciate the ability to gain items without spending real money, there are frequent complaints about ads not functioning properly, leading to frustration when players cannot access rewards. Overall, the game is seen as less aggressive in its monetization compared to other mobile games, but the reliance on ads can be inconsistent and sometimes intrusive.

    • “I wanna manage in real life, so being able to do so in the app is really fun! It's actually an easy game to progress in, whereas games like these are typically impossible to play without making several in-app purchases.”
    • “But there are loads of great options to create and decorate your own idol group, most of which you can get for free by watching ads.”
    • “It's so much fun, and you can progress perfectly well through the whole game without spending any money on in-app purchases.”
    • “The game itself is fine, but the ads no longer work and instead open randomly while I'm idle in the game, and force my Google Play app to load up.”
    • “I decided to uninstall after realizing I watch more ads than actually playing the game though.”
    • “The only problem is that when I used to play it a year ago I used the ads to get all the clothes and hairstyles but when I re-installed it yesterday I didn't let me use the ads to get clothes.”
  • graphics
    117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charm and cuteness, particularly the pixel art style, which many players find appealing. However, there are consistent requests for improvements, such as clearer visuals and enhanced detail, especially regarding clothing and character features. While some users appreciate the vibrant and adorable graphics, others note occasional bugs and performance issues that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics and visuals of the game are so vibrant and beautiful, and the idol schedules, concerts, and comebacks are amazing to customize.”
    • “The pixel graphics are charming, and the mechanics are tricky yet very satisfying.”
    • “The graphics are adorable, and the gameplay is extremely in-depth and fun to mess around with.”
    • “However, they should add more features like more award shows, multiple members in a group (20-30 members if possible), and enhanced graphics (it lags a little bit when I go to concerts and schedules).”
    • “I just wish it could change a bit about the graphics because I want to see the clothes and hair clearer, and the gameplay is a little too overwhelming for newbies to try out, so it took me quite a time to understand it.”
    • “I wish the graphics were better and more realistic.”
  • gameplay
    92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its charm, engaging mechanics, and ease of navigation, making it fun and rewarding for players. However, many users express a desire for more features and variety to prevent repetitiveness, as well as improvements in clarity and control for new players. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and addictive, there are calls for updates and enhancements to maintain long-term interest.

    • “The gameplay is fresh, graphics are cute, gameplay quality is really good, not just a time killer app.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, colorful, and highly addictive.”
    • “The graphics of the game are very charming and the gameplay is extremely in-depth and fun to mess around with.”
    • “It could use a few more features though, because after a while the gameplay becomes a bit boring.”
    • “Great game but need major improvement to make the gameplay better.”
    • “I've been playing this game since the start and although there have been many updates, the gameplay gets boring as time goes by, especially when I'm just repeatedly doing the same thing in order to get coins to buy office downtown.”
  • humor
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever references to K-pop culture, including amusing parodies of real groups and playful character interactions that elicit laughter. Players find the game's quirky bugs and charming dialogue endearing, contributing to its overall lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to provide a fun and addictive experience, making it a delightful way to pass the time.

    • “I love all the bits of humor, and I'm definitely going to keep playing!”
    • “The parody groups' names are honestly hilarious.”
    • “All the little jokes referring to real groups are so funny, I always come back to this game just for something fun.”
  • stability
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Common issues include misplaced items, unresponsive screens, and problems during key actions like casting trainees or completing tutorials. While many players enjoy the game overall, the persistent bugs significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and lower ratings.

    • “Just minor issues when the game has glitches like the furniture in the idol home being misplaced, some missing idols or trainees, and sometimes I get kicked out of the game, which is pretty annoying.”
    • “The only bug that I noticed is how the game sometimes doesn't respond to tapping on the screen and sometimes freezes.”
    • “Every time I watch ads to get free trainees or clothes, this game always freezes, so I don't get anything. I hope you fix it.”
  • story
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's fun graphics and engaging storyline but express a desire for more depth and variety in the narrative elements. Many suggest adding personal backstories for characters, additional missions, and interactive features like dating or socializing with other players to enhance the overall experience. While the game is enjoyable, the lack of new content and quests has led to some boredom among users.

    • “I love how almost accurate this game is.. nice game and storyline!!”
    • “This game is fun, it's not boring, and it's like a story.”
    • “I think it would be good if you add more story line.”
    • “Add some storyline, the background story of your star idol, something like that to make it way more realistic.”
    • “I love the game, but I already finished all the missions (like the new building and the atrium, plus I've scouted all the downtown trainees already). That's why it got a bit boring for me.”
    • “I think they need to bring back one of the quests where you get rewarded for training your trainees, but overall it's a good game.”
  • grinding
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it enjoyable and rewarding, many agree that it becomes tedious over time, especially as goals diminish and resource accumulation feels excessive. The initial excitement can wane as players reach a point where grinding for currency and resources becomes a chore rather than a fun challenge. Overall, the game is seen as fun but is criticized for its heavy reliance on grinding.

    • “At first the game is really interesting and addicting, but as you reach the point where your idols are already maxed out and you have pretty much unlocked everything except for some parts of the game, it doesn't click that much anymore. The grinding for money becomes a tiring task since you only earn around 9T per concert.”
    • “There's little point to spamming schedules apart from farming the unique currency needed to enter the two events (King of Mask and Production 35), but the novelty of these wears thin.”
    • “It's also ridiculous how much grinding you have to do for resources.”
  • optimization
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant optimization issues, particularly on lower-performance devices, where tapping on gems and experience points often requires multiple attempts, leading to frustration. Additionally, there are requests for improved performance during concerts, as lag detracts from the overall experience. Overall, players desire enhancements that would streamline gameplay and reduce technical difficulties.

    • “But during the concert, it is kind of laggy; maybe a bit of optimization would help.”
    • “Even now, I never get tired of playing this. I hope you'll add more functions like collaborations with other groups; their performances will be realistic.”
    • “You can make monthly idol 2 where it is more realistic. Our company will make a survival show and add hype like rankings or trending trainees, and more personality that affects their appearance.”
    • “With lower performance phones, it is almost impossible to click on gems and experience points without multiple taps; even then, you will still miss a lot, and not everyone has the money to spend on the auto-click buff.”
    • “But during the concert, it is kind of laggy; maybe a bit of optimization is needed?”
    • “You can make monthly idol 2 where it is more realistic. Our company will make a survival show and add hype like rankings or trending trainees, and more personality that affects their appearance. Don't make the schedule so fast; it would be cool if there were more happenings in every event on that schedule.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting both the joy and nostalgia it brings as they engage with their favorite idols. However, frustrations arise from technical issues and the potential loss of progress, leading to feelings of sadness and disappointment. Overall, the game is praised for its wholesome and heartwarming experience, making it a cherished part of players' lives.

    • “Played this game since 2019 all the way till now on the same phone, recently changed phones and redownloaded the game to find out that having a Google Play account connected wasn't enough and lost all my progress just like that. I know there's nothing much to do about it, but I cried for quite some time. Thank you for the good memories.”
    • “It's so addictive and very heartwarming. It's a great opportunity for a fangirl like me to experience this idol stuff, and I'm very glad I discovered this game!”
    • “This game is wholesome and I can't stop playing.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight that the game includes great features that contribute to its replayability, suggesting that players are likely to return for multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game offers great features and has excellent replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in.”
    • “With multiple endings and varied choices, the replayability is off the charts!”
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Monthly Idol is a management game.

Monthly Idol is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing Monthly Idol.

Monthly Idol was released on August 25, 2018.

Monthly Idol was developed by 608factory.

Monthly Idol has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its monetization.

Monthly Idol is a single player game.

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