Onnect - Pair Matching Puzzle
- November 7, 2018
- Rollic Games
- 2h median play time
Onnect - Pair Matching Puzzle is a challenging yet entertaining puzzle game with beautiful graphics and a catchy soundtrack. The objective is to match tile pairs in three moves, testing your problem-solving skills and strategic thinking. However, be prepared for some grinding and frequent ads, as well as some bugs that may affect gameplay. Overall, it's a funny and engaging game for puzzle lovers, but the drawbacks may be frustrating for some players.
Reviews
- monetization3,369 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive nature of the ads. Many players report that they spend more time watching ads—often lengthy and repetitive—than actually playing the game, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the frequency and duration of these ads have prompted numerous complaints, with many considering uninstalling the game as a result.
“I love that I can get extra time by sitting through an ad rather than being pushed for in-app purchases.”
“No in-app purchases needed. Just watch an ad to advance!”
“Super fun game with little to no ads!”
“Brilliant and addictive game, but the ad experience and inability to just buy the game outright ruins it; I've stopped playing now I'm just too sick of all the ads.”
“The biggest problem is there are way too many ads!!!”
“You spend more time watching ads than you do in actual gameplay.”
- stability167 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience the game freezing during levels, especially after ads, which often leads to lost progress and frustration. Despite some enjoyment of the game itself, the overwhelming number of stability problems has led to disappointment and calls for urgent fixes.
“So far, there are no freezes.”
“This is a very good game; it has no glitches and also does good things for your mind. My daughter loves it so much, and we always play together. This is my favorite matching game.”
“No glitches, plenty of opportunities to earn hints if you need them.”
“The game constantly freezes up and has recently started miniaturizing the squares to an impossible to see scale, making the level have to be restarted.”
“Every time it plays an ad, the ad freezes and I have to exit out and reload back in.”
“What a shame, every time I get to the end of the puzzle it freezes up and I have to start over. I actually liked the game but I don't like to play like that!”
- graphics145 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty and variety, describing them as colorful and well-designed. However, several users express frustration over the small size of some graphics, making them difficult to distinguish, particularly on larger boards. Additionally, there are complaints about inconsistent styles and a lack of new visuals as the game progresses, leading to a sense of repetitiveness.
“Fun, relaxing game with beautiful graphics.”
“The graphics are excellent!”
“Well designed and beautiful, interesting graphics.”
“Inconsistent style of graphics which is lazy.”
“Awful game, this game pretends that you subscribe to a VIP subscription to not see any more ads, graphic is poor, the game engine is very old and poor, it has been realized evidently with the minimum effort.”
“Boring with terrible graphics.”
- music122 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, making it a favorite for players looking to unwind or even fall asleep. However, many users express frustration with the interruptions caused by ads, which often disrupt their listening experience. While some find the music soothing and enjoyable, others feel it could be improved or find it repetitive, leading to mixed reviews overall.
“I love it, it's addicting and a great stim, I like the music, it's calming.”
“Lovely, simple and chill game which I play before sleep and actually mostly play for its beautiful music!”
“The music is so relaxing and the game is relaxing and fun pass time.”
“And the jarring interruption of the ads from the peaceful music is ridiculous.”
“The music sucked and actually raised my anxiety; the themes were random for no reason.”
“I am annoyed with the fact that when you turn the sound and music off in the game, the ads that show up after each game are not muted!”
- gameplay47 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it confusing and lacking clear mechanics, leading to frustration. While some appreciate the simplicity and find it entertaining, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the experience, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing. Overall, the gameplay is described as decent but marred by excessive advertising and unclear objectives.
“Gameplay is 100%.”
“Addictive gameplay and relaxing fun.”
“Beautifully presented tiles, fun gameplay, horribly addictive.”
“Gameplay is confusing as you can only click two tiles at a time (not stated), and sometimes even though there's a clear 'path' it won't connect them but on others it does?”
“Gameplay is boring with no power-ups, no nice visuals, and no clear goal or sense of achievement.”
“The game was boring, didn't explain the mechanics, and had an ad after every level.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it hilarious and entertaining, often leading to laughter during gameplay. While some players express frustration with technical issues and ads, the overall sentiment is that the game provides a fun and amusing experience that keeps them engaged. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to combine humor with mental challenges, making it both enjoyable and addictive.
“Very entertaining, funny way to keep your mind sharp and alert.”
“First time I thought it was boring, but yay, it's amazingly funny! Can't pass my day without playing it! 🤣🤣🤣”
“Very funny, I'm in love with this game!”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, primarily due to the lack of reliable mechanisms for earning power-ups and the overwhelming frequency of ads, which disrupt gameplay. Many users express that the constant interruptions and lack of clear instructions lead to a quickly diminishing enjoyment, resulting in some uninstalling the game altogether.
“There doesn't seem to be a reliable mechanism to earn power-ups by grinding, so it's pay to play.”
“Game gets tedious very quickly.”
“No instructions, gets tedious very quickly.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the emotional impact of the game, noting that it provided significant support during times of personal turmoil. The gameplay, which involves matching cards, is described as engaging and therapeutic, helping players cope with their feelings.
“This game helped me when I was in great emotional turmoil.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's narrative has shifted dramatically from a lighthearted experience to a disturbing horror story, leading some players to express their frustration and consider uninstalling it.
“This game has turned from a delightful distraction to a horror story.”
“The story was so predictable that I could guess the ending within the first hour.”
“I felt completely disconnected from the characters; their motivations were shallow and unconvincing.”
“The plot was riddled with clichés and lacked any real depth or originality.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is inconsistent, with some users experiencing frustrating stuttering and long pauses during gameplay, while others report a smooth and entertaining experience.
“The game runs smoothly and keeps me entertained.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a high frame rate without sacrificing visual quality.”
“It keeps stopping halfway through a game and doesn't come back for a long time; it's really frustrating. Now it keeps stuttering.”
“The optimization is terrible; the game lags constantly, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience frequent frame drops and crashes, which ruin the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game is enjoyable, players find it somewhat repetitive and suggest that additional levels or achievements would enhance its replayability.
“The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
“With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
“The random events and challenges keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“Very fun, but repetitive; it needs more levels or achievements to enhance the replay value.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of varied content makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”