Number Mazes: Rikudo Puzzles
- December 8, 2018
- Rikudo Games
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Get on Apple Store"Number Mazes: Rikudo Puzzles" is a challenging puzzle game that combines beautiful mechanics with masterful graphics. The objective is to connect numbers and find each puzzle's unique solution. However, the game is disturbed by frequent ads, which can be frustrating for players. Overall, it's a fun and engaging game that will keep you puzzled for hours.
Reviews
- The game offers a perfect balance of fun and challenge, keeping players engaged without being overly frustrating.
- It features a variety of puzzles with a gradual increase in difficulty, making it enjoyable for both casual and serious players.
- The minimalistic design and intuitive controls enhance the overall experience, allowing for smooth gameplay.
- The game has frequent ads that can be disruptive, with some players feeling overwhelmed by the number of ads after each level.
- There are issues with the controls, where the game sometimes misplaces numbers or resets puzzles unexpectedly, leading to frustration.
- The timer for scoring can be distracting, especially for players who prefer a more relaxed gameplay experience without time pressure.
- monetization57 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the minimal and non-intrusive ads that typically appear only between levels. Many users opt to pay for an ad-free version, finding it worth the cost, while others express frustration over the frequency of ads, particularly in the free version. Overall, the game strikes a balance between generating revenue through ads and maintaining a playable experience, though some players wish for fewer ads or more options regarding personalized advertising.
“The game is fun, but I'm really annoyed by the in-app purchases. You can unlock more levels by getting stars, and I was well on my way there. When I saw the pop-up that said 'ad-free and 600 extra levels,' I bought it thinking it would get me even more levels than the free ones. Nope, it just unlocks those others early.”
“And no ads, unless you need hints.”
“The game is fun, but I'm really annoyed by the in-app purchases... you can unlock more levels by getting stars, and when I saw the pop-up that said 'ad-free and 600 extra levels', I bought it thinking it would get me even more levels than the free ones... nope, it just unlocks those others early.”
“I'm fine with having ads in the game, but forcing me to either pay for an ad-free version or have personalized ads, where you're selling my information to advertisers, as my only two options is going too far and certainly not worth it to keep playing.”
“It seems when you sit down to unwind with a game, you end up watching more ads than actual playtime.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and smooth mechanics, making it accessible to a wide audience. While the puzzles are well-designed and offer a refreshing experience upon replay, some users noted the presence of ads and suggested minor improvements, such as an undo feature and enhanced graphical cues. Overall, the gameplay is fun and runs effectively, though it could benefit from slight refinements.
“The ads are not extreme like other games, and the fairly simple gameplay makes it a great choice for pretty much anyone.”
“The gameplay itself is quite fun, but there are lots of ads for a simple game.”
“The gameplay mechanics are easy to understand, and it just runs perfectly.”
“Just needs little things to improve gameplay, such as an undo feature and minor graphical elements to help you spot when you made a mistake.”
“The gameplay mechanics are easy to understand, but they lack depth and variety.”
“While the puzzles are well made, the repetitive mechanics can become tedious over time.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the eye-soothing design and smooth transitions, others find certain elements overwhelming and suggest improvements for better gameplay clarity. Overall, the visuals are generally well-received, particularly by those who enjoy indie games.
“The graphics are eye-soothing, and the design provides a cool time pass.”
“I loved the smooth graphics and transitions, and I enjoy supporting other indie developers!”
“Just needs a few small improvements to gameplay, such as an undo option and minor graphical enhancements to help you spot mistakes.”
“I get puzzle games specifically to avoid graphics and flashing screens, and it literally made me want to vomit.”
“Just needs little things to improve gameplay, such as an undo and little graphical bits to help you spot when you screwed up.”
“The graphics are eye-soothing, but the design could use some improvement for a better experience.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, noting that features like the orientation change after a restart enhance the experience and encourage multiple playthroughs. Overall, it is considered a fun game that invites players to return for more.
“This should add to the replay value along with the genius move of the orientation change after restart.”
“A lot of fun and great replayability.”
“The game lacks significant changes in gameplay, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to replay, as the side quests are uninspired and feel like filler.”
“The limited character choices and predictable outcomes diminish the replayability factor significantly.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report a stable experience with the app, highlighting its effective design and smooth performance on devices like the LG G7 ThinQ, with no noticeable glitches or issues. Additionally, the presence of short and skippable ads contributes to a seamless user experience.
“Simple, yet effective design, short and skippable ads, and the app runs great on my LG G7 ThinQ.”
“No glitches that I have noticed; everything seems to work fine.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's approach to grinding, noting that it cleverly introduces challenging puzzles right away, which helps to avoid the tediousness often associated with grinding through easier levels.
“I usually hate grinding out the easy levels to get to the challenge, so it's a really clever way to introduce harder puzzles immediately.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious, making the game more of a chore than a fun experience.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users feeling that it lacks sufficient sound effects and background music, which detracts from the overall experience.
“The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is that it really needs some sound effects and background music.”
