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Number matching game and logic puzzle. Find pairs to clear the board!

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,888 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

monetization1k negative mentions

monetization
1,089 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. Users report frequent ads appearing during levels, often requiring them to watch multiple long ads to progress, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some players appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, the general consensus is that the current ad frequency is excessive and detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “No ads to speak of, no bugging to buy stuff in-game, just play.”
- “Best free game, and it's only a one-time price of $5.49 to play with no ads.”
- “Love that there are no ads after every play!”
- “The game itself is great, but the ads have become unbearable.”
- “I was really enjoying this game and appreciate it came with ads, but now those ads are intrusive and disruptive to the flow of the game, which adds to my frustration when playing.”
- “The ads ruin the game; there are so many ads that even when watching ads to earn a hint, you are immediately forced to watch additional ads after a split second of game screen returning, which is frustrating at best!”
stability
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
98%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users frequently reporting that it freezes or becomes unresponsive, particularly during or after ads. Many players express frustration over having to restart the app repeatedly to continue playing, indicating that these glitches detract from the overall enjoyment of the game. Despite its fun gameplay, the persistent freezing and crashing problems have led to a negative experience for many users.
- “No glitches at all.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs or issues during my playthrough.”
- “I like the game, but it freezes with every ad, giving the message 'game is not responding', and I need to open it again and again.”
- “Fun game that you gotta use your brain, but after every ad you have to restart the game because it freezes up and won't go back to the game.”
- “Dreadful, constantly freezes and crashes; very frustrating.”
gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
67%
12%
The gameplay experience is marred by frequent interruptions from ads, which often disrupt the flow and enjoyment of the game. Many users find the mechanics unclear and poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration, while some appreciate the addictive nature and challenge of the gameplay once they grasp it. Overall, the disconnect between advertised gameplay and the actual experience, combined with technical issues, has left players feeling disappointed despite some enjoyment.
- “I found I wasted hours mesmerized by the simple mechanics of the game.”
- “Very challenging, easy gameplay.”
- “Great game, a brain challenge; gameplay is not as easy as it looks.”
- “The gameplay itself doesn't seem to have much logic to it-- often, you will clear the area around a tile so there are multiple clear paths to another, matched tile, but the game won't allow you to make the match due to tiles all the way across the board being 'in the way'.”
- “Enjoyable game spoiled somewhat by adverts interrupting gameplay; at the end of a game would be okay, but actually mid-game is a bit much.”
- “Actual gameplay is nothing like the ad or tutorial.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
The game's graphics are generally described as modern and simplistic, with some players appreciating their clean aesthetic while others find them lacking in vibrancy and detail. Critiques include issues with visibility, particularly on diagonal matches, and a stark white display that can be straining on the eyes. Overall, while the graphics are not overly stimulating, they serve their purpose for casual gameplay, though some users desire more color and visual variety.
- “The look of this game has a modernistic good look and graphics, along with pleasant sound effects as well.”
- “Good graphics, very challenging.”
- “It's so good and thank you for your games, by the way, nice graphics.”
- “No dark mode, which makes the visuals very eye-straining with how stark white most of the display is.”
- “Graphics are simplistic, no sound.”
- “Could use more colorful graphics.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mix of frustration and amusement from players, as they grapple with confusing mechanics that hinder gameplay. While some find humor in the challenges, others express disappointment over the game's limitations and battery drain, leading to a sense of exasperation. Overall, the emotional experience is characterized by a blend of laughter and irritation.
- “I laughed, I cried, I matched numbers.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users describing it as "very funny" and "easy" to enjoy. Many reviews emphasize the game's comedic elements, highlighting its ability to elicit laughter and provide an entertaining experience. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Very funny game.”
- “It's a funny app.”
- “Funny and easy.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music aspect of the game receives mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the absence of intrusive music and short ads, while others express a desire for relaxing background music. Additionally, there are concerns about the game altering the sound signature of music played through external devices. Overall, players seem to prefer a more balanced approach to music in the game.
- “Love that there's no annoying music and the ads are short.”
- “Maybe music would be a good bonus or something.”
- “Ads that stop your music.”
- “When listening to music through my headphones that are connected to my DAC, I open the game and for some reason it changes the sound signature of the music.”
- “Relaxing game... wish it had music.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's optimization receives mixed feedback; while many users appreciate its smooth performance and user-friendly interface, some express concerns about poor battery performance and overall optimization issues. Despite these drawbacks, the game is noted for having minimal ads and engaging gameplay.
- “It runs smoothly and keeps my interest.”
- “It has very few ads (especially compared to other number matching games), the interface is easy and nice, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Very great and pleasant game that helps brain activity and performance.”
- “Would be at least 4 stars, but battery performance is awful.”
- “Good game, poorly optimized :/”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story effectively emphasizes the importance of cause and effect, prompting players to engage deeply with the narrative and their decisions. Additionally, the introduction of daily challenges and extra quests enhances the overall experience, encouraging strategic thinking in relation to the plot.
- “This game has made me appreciate the benefits of cause and effect, not just in numbers but in story and maybe life in general.”
- “This game forces me to think about what I'm seeing on the screen and plot how best to make moves.”
- “No, it appears this game has made me appreciate the benefits of cause and effect, not just in numbers but in story and maybe life in general.”
- “End of story.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's replayability, citing issues such as randomly generated levels that can be unplayable and a lack of engaging content that diminishes the desire to replay. Additionally, concerns about battery drain further detract from the overall experience.
- “They need to add an AI to check if levels are playable; I found the first level is randomly generated, so both times it was impossible.”
- “Too hard on the battery, not enough replayability.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find ad farming to be an unenjoyable aspect of the game, indicating that the grinding involved in this process detracts from the overall experience.
- “Ad farming is not fun.”