One Clue Crossword

About

One Clue Crossword is a picture crossword game with over 1000 puzzles, designed to exercise your brain daily. While it boasts good game mechanics and stunning graphics, the experience is marred by intrusive ads and several bugs. Overall, it's a decent choice for crossword enthusiasts, but could benefit from some technical polishing.

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,934 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

monetization803 negative mentions

The game offers a unique twist on traditional crossword puzzles by using pictures as clues, making it engaging and fun.
Players appreciate the challenge it provides, as it requires them to think outside the box and pay attention to details in the images.
Many users find the game relaxing and enjoyable, making it a great way to pass the time.

The token system is frustrating, as players can only generate a maximum of 10 tokens, while many puzzles require more than that to play.
There are frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, with some users reporting unskippable ads that can be quite lengthy.
Some words in the puzzles are considered obscure or unrelated to the images, leading to confusion and frustration among players.

monetization
821 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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98%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads and the limited ways to earn tokens. Players express frustration over the necessity to watch ads to progress, with many puzzles requiring more tokens than can be easily accumulated, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the frequency and length of ads often detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I've also paid for no ads and it's a great value.”
- “Just enough opportunity for free tokens to play a decent amount each day without having to buy in-app purchases.”
- “I play this game all the time and I love how there are no ads!”
- “The reason for giving this game 2 stars only is that you can only generate 10 tokens at max, and need to pay/watch ads for more, while puzzles in chapter 2 already cost between 10 and 20 tokens to play, some later on go as high as 50+.”
- “Considering all the ads you watch, you'd think they'd give you more tokens... nope, just coins the majority of the time.”
- “The game is hard, but engaging, so it could be a great game... but with unfair token lock-outs and not being able to skip ads that are loooong, I might have to find a new game to play.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezing, especially during or after ads, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost bonuses. While some players experience no glitches and find the app quick to load, the overall consensus indicates that the app is prone to bugs and requires restarts, detracting from the gaming experience.
- “No glitches, problems, and it auto-saves your progress.”
- “So far so good... downloads quickly, no glitches as far as I can tell... such a relief compared to boring crosswords.”
- “This is a really good game because it is quick to load and there are no glitches.”
- “The game is great, but the app is kind of buggy.”
- “After clicking anything on the menu, there is a solid 3-4 seconds where the screen just freezes before loading the new page.”
- “Might be fun to play but freezes quite often, and developers don't care if it's during an ad.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, with many users praising their quality and visual appeal. While some mention that the graphics can be small, the vibrant colors and pleasant design contribute positively to the gaming experience. However, a few users feel that certain graphics elements may be unnecessary, but this does not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The graphics are great.”
- “Great visuals, just all around amazing game.”
- “I love the visuals and it really makes you think.”
- “Some graphics are not necessary.”
- “The graphics are quite small, but I manage.”
- “As usual, this game has way too many ads, it's annoying to navigate between words when filling in the puzzles.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many users finding it fun, engaging, and challenging, particularly with the collectible "stickers" and puzzle elements. However, several reviews highlight issues with ad interruptions and token limitations, which can hinder the overall experience and restrict playtime. While the balance between ad revenue and gameplay is appreciated by some, the frequency of ads remains a significant concern for many players.
- “It looks good, gameplay is easy and fun, and they grabbed me with the collectible 'stickers,' so I recommend giving it a shot.”
- “I appreciate that we get to choose when and why we watch ads; very good balance between preserving their ad revenue and not overwhelming the gameplay with ads.”
- “Puzzles are challenging and fun, not much of a limit on gameplay, and kinda addicting.”
- “Also, you are limited by the amount of tokens you have, so if you don't like waiting and then watching videos to continue gameplay, I would not recommend this app.”
- “Fun at first, but then ads would pop up during gameplay.”
- “The ratio of ads to actual gameplay is too big.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and peaceful qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience while solving puzzles. Many players appreciate how well the background music complements the gameplay, although some have noted issues with loud ads interrupting the ambiance. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect that adds to the enjoyment of the game.
- “The music is soothing, the levels are interesting and challenging, and I absolutely love the idea of solving a crossword as you complete each level!”
- “The background music fits in perfectly with the game.”
- “This is a very relaxing game, especially the music; it's smooth and I enjoy it.”
- “I had the music and sound effects turned all the way down so I could listen to something while playing, and randomly got an ad that was so loud I threw my headphones off.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted as a key aspect, with players finding it amusing and entertaining, particularly in the context of a word game where spelling is crucial. Many reviews note that the game strikes a balance between being funny and challenging, making it enjoyable without being overly difficult. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
- “Best game, so funny, not too hard but not too easy.”
- “Very funny and some words are challenging.”
- “Very challenging in a funny way.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings, particularly when faced with difficult choices or endings. The experience is described as both touching and poignant, leaving a lasting impression on players.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is not a primary focus, as players primarily enjoy engaging with daily challenges like word puzzles, which provide a fun and motivating experience.