OctoHits

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OctoHits is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Yso Corp and was released on November 8, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

"OctoHits" is an addictive game where you blast through waves of octagons to earn money and upgrade your system. With a soft reset system that changes the area size and block shape, and an increasing money reward, players can quickly progress through the game. The development team is eager for feedback, making this game a fun and interactive experience.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player

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41%

Audience ScoreBased on 908 reviews

monetization454 negative mentions

The game has a fun and satisfying gameplay loop that can be enjoyable for short sessions.
It serves as a decent time killer, providing a simple and relaxing experience.
Some players appreciate the potential for strategy in upgrading and progressing through the game.

The game is overwhelmed by an excessive number of ads, making it difficult to enjoy the actual gameplay.
Many users report crashes and freezing issues, which significantly hinder the gaming experience.
The progression is slow and often requires watching ads to advance, leading to frustration among players.

monetization
477 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism from users, who report an overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, with some even noting that they continue to see ads despite purchasing the "no ads" option. Overall, the excessive reliance on ads has led to a perception of the game as more of an advertisement platform than an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “I previously rated this app 5/5 two years ago yesterday, but I only did so because I had purchased no ads as I don't mind understanding developers need money, and paying for an ad-free experience isn't too much of a hassle.”
- “I really enjoy this game, even bought the no ads, but it'd be so much better if it was endless.”
- “The no ads purchase is totally worth it!”
- “You spend more time watching ads than you do actually playing the game.”
- “This game is filled with ads.”
- “The sheer amount of ads make this unplayable, but the game itself is good.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
73%
17%
The gameplay experience is heavily criticized for being overshadowed by an excessive number of ads, with many players reporting more time spent watching ads than actually playing. While some find the core mechanics interesting, the execution is often described as sloppy and boring, leading to frustration and a lack of engagement. Overall, the consensus is that the gameplay is significantly hindered by frequent interruptions from advertisements, making it feel more like an ad simulator than a game.
- “Gameplay is okay, definitely slower paced than other games for earning money.”
- “Good gameplay, way too many ads.”
- “Loads of ads, basic gameplay.”
- “I uninstalled the game before starting the second level because I was already on my 5th ad, at 30 seconds each, for less than 10 seconds of gameplay (i.e. I touched 8 spots on the screen in the first level).”
- “Way too many ads, could be a fun game but every level I passed presented an unskippable 20 second ad for each maybe 10-15 second bit of gameplay.”
- “Another watching ads simulator where there are more ads than gameplay.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is significantly compromised, with users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly when starting new rounds or after watching ads. Many players express frustration over losing progress and having to force close the app to regain functionality, indicating a pressing need for major fixes to improve the overall experience. While some users note smooth gameplay in certain situations, the overwhelming issues with stability detract from enjoyment.
- “Can hardly make any progress. I can play one or two rounds, then go into the next round and complete the stage, and it freezes. It won't complete even after 20 minutes. I have to close the game, lose the cash I made, and then have to do it again. Then it freezes again. Needs major fix.”
- “Game freezes every time I hit play. I used to play this game every day, but out of nowhere, the game freezes every single time I press play. It works up until I try to start.”
- “Every 2 or 3 games I play, it freezes after the ads. It really pisses me off. Other than that, it's a fun game, but I can't even enjoy it.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious yet enjoyable, noting a slow progression that can feel frustrating, especially with high costs for upgrades and limited rewards. Many feel that the reliance on ad-driven mechanics for faster advancement detracts from the overall experience, making it feel like a typical ad revenue farming mobile game.
- “Nice progression, been grinding for 3 days and I'm only halfway through stage 1.”
- “The ad-driven money gains are too low compared to what you get in return. The cost of block upgrades is too high for only a $1 increase per upgrade. There's no real sense of progress if your only option is to watch an ad every time you want to upgrade, as that is quicker than grinding for the money.”
- “Just your classic ad revenue farming mobile game.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by frequent and intrusive advertisements, which disrupt the gameplay experience after nearly every mission. While some players enjoy the core mechanics, the constant interruptions detract from the overall narrative engagement.
- “But besides my horror story, the ads are non-stop.”
- “An ad after the first mission.”
- “Too many ads, like right when I complete any mission every single time. Please fix this.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Users note that while the game has some replay value, it could be significantly enhanced with the addition of leaderboards and high scores. However, the presence of numerous ads detracts from the overall replayability experience.
- “Great addition and adds a lot of replay value.”
- “Could be more playable if there are leaderboards and high scores.”
- “A lot of ads, but the main problem is replayability.”
- “Could be more engaging if there were leaderboards and high scores.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for lacking sound and exhibiting poor gameplay performance, leading to a subpar user experience.
- “No sound and poor gameplay performance.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times severely impact the overall experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players feel that the game lacks adequate background music, which detracts from the overall experience, especially when offline, as they are left with only ambient noise.
- “It's still playable without Wi-Fi, but without it, you're stuck with that noise because you need Wi-Fi to listen to music.”
- “The game really needs some kind of background music.”
- “It's still playable without Wi-Fi, but without Wi-Fi you're stuck with that noise because you need Wi-Fi to listen to music.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are considered simplistic and lacking in vibrancy, with many users expressing a desire for more color and visual flair. Additionally, some reviewers feel that the graphics have declined compared to the previous version.
- “Graphics are very simple; it needs more splash and color.”
- “Graphics were better in the last version.”