Parkour Race - FreeRun Game
- January 28, 2020
- Madbox
"Parkour Race - FreeRun Game" is a racing game that offers phenomenal mechanics, delightful visuals, and good music, but is held back by annoying ads and numerous bugs. Despite its technical issues, the game strives to provide a highly emotional and humorous experience, describing itself as the "Ultimate Competitive Parkour Racing" game. While it may not deliver on all fronts, it still provides a unique and engaging experience for players.
Reviews
- monetization2,152 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game. Many users express frustration over the lack of an option to pay for an ad-free experience, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes revenue generation over user enjoyment.
“Amazing game that can pass the time, little to no ads, as someone who hates ads after every game, and has really cool skins and jumping motions.”
“I love this game so much, no lag, no bugs, and no ads.”
“This game is so awesome and I have many skins. This game has no ads when offline, and I love it!”
“The game is loaded with ads, further slowing the game down.”
“You spend more time watching ads than actually getting to play the game.”
“The sheer volume of ads required to navigate this game is ridiculous.”
- graphics245 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the art style and 3D visuals as aesthetically pleasing, while others criticize the performance issues, glitches, and lack of detail. Some users appreciate the minimalist design, but express a desire for options to adjust graphics settings for better performance on lower-end devices. Overall, while the graphics are often described as good or great, there are significant concerns regarding stability and optimization.
“Amazing art style and very simple!”
“The graphics are amazing.”
“Great game amazing graphics I love this game!”
“The graphics are minimal, the controls are barely used, and the gameplay is nonexistent.”
“The graphics are horrible.”
“Very very glitchy and graphics are too sensitive; didn't even have it for 5 minutes.”
- gameplay189 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, fast-paced mechanics and smooth animations, making it engaging and addictive for players. However, many users express frustration with the excessive number of ads, which significantly detracts from the overall experience, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing. Additionally, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with calls for more variety and improved controls.
“Really fun gameplay, I enjoy spinning around and doing flips at high speeds.”
“The gameplay is fast, the animations are surprisingly smooth and well made for a mobile game, but the ads are constant.”
“Perfect mix of fluid gameplay and addictive fun.”
“The gameplay is so infuriating because of how much it lags.”
“More ads than gameplay. I have played 4 levels which auto-run and auto-jump, and had to sit through 6 ads.”
“The levels get pretty repetitive as there are no new mechanics introduced, and you only have to drag where you want the character to go. That's all you do in this game.”
- music165 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The reviews overwhelmingly highlight the absence of music and sound effects as a significant drawback, leading to a lack of immersion and engagement in the game. Many users express that the gameplay feels monotonous and "dead" without audio, suggesting that the addition of a soundtrack and sound effects would greatly enhance the overall experience. Overall, players are calling for updates to include music and sound to make the game more enjoyable and dynamic.
“It's a really fun game; there's only two things I recommend: add music and the controls are a little sensitive, but that's about it. I really like your games!”
“This game is very addictive and I love this app, but the only thing I hope this game to have was at least some kind of music because this game is so dead silent when playing.”
“All in all, fun and very addictive! I love the gameplay physics of the characters; it's just that it would be great for some awesome sound effects and some music, but still an awesome game.”
“The lack of sound (SFX and music) really kills the immersion of the game. Add to that the fact that the steering controls feel sluggish even with Wi-Fi connected, even more so at high speeds.”
“The game would've been a lot better if there were sounds and music in it.”
“Did you even test your game? It doesn't have any music; the game feels so dead without music. Add some music and a manual parkour mode to the settings and more different levels; it gets so repetitive.”
- stability106 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezing, and lagging during gameplay, particularly after ads. Many players experience issues such as characters getting stuck, unexpected jumps, and crashes that require restarting the app. While some users enjoy the game, the overwhelming presence of bugs and performance problems detracts from the overall experience, indicating a need for urgent updates and fixes.
“The game is fun, but there are too many ads, and it often freezes or doesn't work after the ad. I either can't press continue, or the game is just glitching and frozen.”
“Game freezes every time an ad plays, and I have to restart the game every time. That's why I give it 1 star.”
“The game has too many glitches and the gameplay is lagging.”
- humor41 mentions
- 93 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it hilarious and entertaining, particularly due to funny skins and quirky animations. However, some players express frustration with frequent ads and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game's comedic elements and lighthearted nature contribute to its appeal, making it a favorite among players.
“This game is very funny and all students like this game. I like it.”
“I love this game; it is so funny, and I recommend downloading it.”
“It is hilarious and fun.”
“Not funny when even if you don't watch an ad to multiply the rewards you still get an ad to watch!”
“I'm not laughing at this game!”
- optimization24 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting lag and poor performance, particularly on lower-end devices. While some players noted that the game runs smoothly after initial loading, the frequent performance issues and lack of optimization options detract from the overall experience. Despite some positive remarks about graphics and animations, the consensus is that substantial improvements are needed to enhance gameplay fluidity.
“It's one saving grace is that it runs smoothly.”
“Performance improvement: playing a Pokémon Unite match smoothly on a 3GB phone.”
“Great awesome performance is fantastic.”
“The app idea itself is decent, but the performance of the game lacks smoothness and performance like advertised.”
“Great time killing game but it heavily lacks performance optimization.”
“Fps really low, bad optimization.”
- story14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment over the absence of a dedicated story mode in the game, feeling that it detracts from the overall experience and challenge. Many suggest that adding a narrative element and more competitive levels would enhance engagement, while some appreciate the game's enjoyment factor despite its simplicity. Overall, the desire for a richer story-driven experience is a common theme among reviews.
“I love it, but it would be super cool if there was something like a story mode and more competitive levels, but apart from that, it rocks.”
“Good game, but why didn't you add a story so we could do parkour like Uncharted 1, 2, 3, and 4?”
“It's a very good and joyful game; it's a great game for my storytime videos. If you are bored and don't have any joyful games, download this. That's why I give it 5 stars; it's a very good and joyful game!”
“The lack of a true 'story mode' doesn't help either.”
“There isn't a point to winning; there isn't a story mode or such, and it isn't challenging enough.”
“It's a nice game, but it would be better if you added more levels and even added modes like story, survival, and so on.”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting its nostalgic appeal reminiscent of titles like Mirror's Edge, while also voicing frustration over its automatic gameplay and unresponsive controls. Despite these issues, many find the game enjoyable and addictive, indicating a strong emotional connection, though they desire improvements to enhance their experience.
“This game was great and made me feel like I was playing Mirror's Edge all over again.”
“I cannot stop touching my phone after starting to play this game; it is one of my favorite games.”
“This game is good 😊👍 but 😣 this man's runs free no touching to run and please add weapons; I know this is stupid but please.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the excessive frequency of ads, which interrupt gameplay after nearly every level. While some enjoy the challenge of grinding for skins, many feel that the high costs and low drop rates make it frustrating, suggesting a need for balance in both ad frequency and in-game rewards. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy grinding, but the ad interruptions detract from the experience.
“I understand the need to include advertising, but including it after every race and screen is just tedious.”
“This is really good, but to get the skins with coins is super expensive. If you like grinding, this game is for you.”
“Fun enough little game, but tedious and linear maps.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players find the game has moderate replayability due to appealing skins and simple controls, but ultimately feel it lacks depth and longevity, making it less worthwhile for long-term play.
“The skins are neat, and there is a moderately high replay value, though it feels a bit short-lived.”
“Simple controls can be fun, but without enhancing gameplay and providing some form of replay value, the game isn't worth keeping in the long run.”
“Simple controls can be fun, but without enhancing gameplay and providing some sort of replay value, the game isn't worth keeping in the long run.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highly praised for its extensive customization options, allowing players to tailor both character design and progression to their preferences, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“There are numerous opportunities for character customization and development throughout the game.”
“The depth of character development allows players to truly connect with their avatars and shape their journeys.”
“I love how the character progression system feels rewarding and meaningful, making each choice impactful.”