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Nightmare Puzzles: The Unknown

64%Game Brain Score
humor, graphics
monetization, gameplay
64% User Score Based on 2,814 reviews

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Annoying puzzles hide secrets of a terrifying story. Dare to uncover?

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64%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,814 reviews
humor38 positive mentions
monetization1.1k negative mentions

  • The game features fun and challenging puzzles that keep players engaged.
  • The graphics and overall design of the game are appealing and well-executed.
  • The game offers a unique blend of humor and horror elements, making it entertaining.
  • The game is plagued by an excessive number of ads, making it frustrating to play.
  • Many players report that the game frequently crashes or fails to load properly.
  • Some puzzles lack clear logic, leading to confusion and frustration among players.
  • monetization
    1,107 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting an excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being bombarded with ads after every level, during gameplay, and when seeking hints, leading to a significant reduction in enjoyment. While some acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the consensus is that the frequency and intrusiveness of the ads make the game nearly unplayable, with many users opting to uninstall due to this issue.

    • “I even paid for the no ads.”
    • “It would be nice if there were no ads, so the game would not be interrupted.”
    • “Should be able to buy hints, and I think £8 is a bit steep for no ads; maybe £5.”
    • “There's ads on the opening screen, there's ads at the bottom of the screen, the top of the screen, ads if you want a hint, ads if you need more time, ads if you die, ads if you win.”
    • “You can't enjoy even 5 levels without forced ads or game-breaking bugs.”
    • “The amount of ads in this game make it nearly unplayable, I like playing the game but now uninstalling.”
  • humor
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky and creative scenarios, often blending absurdity with clever puzzles that require out-of-the-box thinking. While many players find the humor entertaining and enjoyable, some express frustration with excessive ads that detract from the experience. Overall, the game is characterized by a mix of funny moments, unexpected twists, and a lighthearted tone, making it a fun and engaging experience for many.

    • “All that aside, it's still a fun game with cool references, funny scenarios, and levels requiring thinking outside the box at times.”
    • “The game is quirky, funny, and weird.”
    • “It's also actually really funny with the scenarios they create.”
    • “The humor in this game falls flat; what was supposed to be funny just feels forced.”
    • “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and unoriginal.”
    • “The attempts at humor often miss the mark, leaving me more confused than amused.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay shows promise with engaging concepts and graphics, appealing particularly to puzzle enthusiasts; however, it is severely hampered by excessive and intrusive ads, which dominate the experience, leading to a frustrating imbalance where players spend more time watching ads than actually playing.

    • “It's really rare to find a game like this where the gameplay is exactly the same as in the trailer!”
    • “The gameplay is surprisingly good though.”
    • “Great concepts, graphics, and gameplay! A puzzle lover's dream!”
    • “The core gameplay had potential, but aggressive monetization and poor optimization ruin it.”
    • “More ads than gameplay in the first 3 minutes.”
    • “You waste more time watching ads with no benefit to your gameplay.”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, aesthetic appeal, and originality, with many users appreciating the cute and fun designs. However, a significant downside noted by players is the overwhelming presence of ads, which detracts from the overall experience and can lead to frustration during gameplay. Despite the ad issues, the graphics contribute positively to the game's engaging puzzles and themes.

    • “Great game, brainbuster, love the aesthetic and animation style.”
    • “Clear graphics, puzzles are quite original.”
    • “The game is fantastic, because this game graphics and design is good.”
    • “The graphics are good, but the ads are horrible. You have to watch ads for every step, and there are no free hints or power-ups. It takes a long time to load, and it often considers you a failure, which is really annoying while playing.”
    • “Advertising every replay and next level is excessive. If you're wealthy, I suggest playing this game by buying the premium version. There are just too many ads, and the loading animations and graphics are the worst.”
  • stability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent glitches and freezing issues reported, particularly in later levels. Many players have expressed frustration over the game's performance, stating that these bugs hinder gameplay and detract from their overall experience. Additionally, the excessive number of ads contributes to the instability, further aggravating users.

    • “Taking off stars because level 87 (as of April 2025) is still buggy.”
    • “I would rate the game 5 stars but it loses 2 for being buggy.”
    • “I love this game but the further through the levels you go the more you get glitches where you can't complete the level.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a mix of creepy and humorous elements, featuring unexpected plot twists that engage players. However, some users feel that the focus has shifted away from the storyline to gameplay mechanics, with excessive ads detracting from the overall experience. While the horror aspects are appreciated, there is a desire for more depth and levels in the narrative.

    • “Fun games with unexpected plot twists.”
    • “Funny and horror game story.”
    • “Very nice and horror story.”
    • “Would give it a 5 star if there was a story or if it had more levels.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to the prevalence of ads, which is a common feature in free games. However, they acknowledge that this is a typical trade-off for accessing free content, suggesting that cash farming ads could enhance the experience.

    • “The ads can be tedious, but that's just the reality of free games today.”
    • “It's just cash farming with ads.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional response to the game, highlighting frustration with excessive ads that detract from the experience. Some users feel a deep attachment to the game, indicating it has a compelling draw that keeps them coming back despite negative feelings. Overall, the emotional impact is a mix of annoyance and a powerful connection to the gameplay.

    • “It's like it was beckoning for me to play it again... I got therapy, mentality, yoga, and even tried actually touching some grass... none of it helped.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that while the core gameplay shows promise, it is significantly hindered by poor optimization, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The core gameplay had potential, but aggressive monetization and poor optimization ruin it.”
    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “Frequent crashes and long loading times indicate a lack of proper optimization.”
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