Patchwork The Game

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Patchwork The Game is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Twin Sails Interactive and was released on February 24, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Patchwork The Game," players compete in a digital adaptation of the award-winning board game, creating the fullest and most button-filled quilt to win. With the option to play against quilters worldwide or locally, players must plan every stitch and manage costs and time. The Guardian praises its fun factor, while Altered Gamer urges not to miss out on this great game.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 423 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability25 negative mentions

Patchwork is a well-implemented digital adaptation of the beloved board game, featuring charming graphics and engaging gameplay.
The app offers multiple play modes, including offline against AI of varying difficulties and online multiplayer, making it versatile and enjoyable.
The developers are responsive to user feedback and have made improvements to fix bugs and enhance the overall experience.

The app suffers from frequent glitches and bugs, including crashes, slow AI turn times, and issues with online connectivity and matchmaking.
Users have reported frustrating UI problems, such as difficulty in navigating menus and issues with game state not updating correctly.
Battery drain is a common complaint, with many players noting that the app causes their devices to overheat during gameplay.

stability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and crashes, particularly during local play and when managing multiple games. While some players have experienced minimal issues, others find the app to be quite buggy, leading to frustrating gameplay interruptions. Despite these problems, many still enjoy the game, hoping for future updates to improve stability.
- “There are occasional glitches with pieces not displaying properly, and a crash here and there.”
- “Every second or third game it freezes halfway through and refuses to let me place pieces, and I have to restart the app.”
- “The latest update on April 21 is very buggy and the app crashes/shuts down randomly when new games against other opponents are launched.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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44%
6%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and fluidity, featuring adorable artwork that enhances the overall experience. While some users find the background visuals a bit too busy or distracting, the game's execution is considered well done, with smooth gameplay and a faithful representation of the original board game. Overall, the graphics are described as charming and fitting, contributing positively to the game's relaxing atmosphere.
- “Beautiful artwork and interesting concept.”
- “Its a relaxing game with adorable and complex graphics, but not too busy.”
- “Overall brilliant execution and artwork true to the spirit of the board game.”
- “The 2D vector graphics replace the hand-drawn charm of the original.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The gameplay is generally praised for its great mechanics and strategic depth, offering a smooth and polished experience. However, some players find the 'hard' difficulty frustrating due to slow AI decisions, and there is a noted lack of clear rules or detailed explanations. Overall, the game is addictive and evolves in complexity, appealing to both casual and serious board game enthusiasts.
- “The game mechanic is great.”
- “Great gameplay and terrific music.”
- “Gameplay is great and very strategic.”
- “The game lacks rules or a detailed gameplay explanation.”
- “Now if only I could get her interested in the much more daunting gameplay of these developers' Terra Mystica adaptation...”
- “The mechanics are fairly simple, but the strategies are varied.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
22%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, described as relaxing and fitting for the gameplay, with many players enjoying its catchy tunes. However, some users express frustration over the inability to play their own music while the game is running, as the music can feel repetitive. Overall, the sound effects and music contribute positively to the gaming experience, enhancing enjoyment for many players.
- “Great gameplay and terrific music.”
- “My girlfriend and I have been playing it for months, across platforms (iOS and Android), asynchronously, and while humming the terrific music to each other.”
- “Lots of fun to play and love the music that plays during the games.”
- “Music is a bit busy (so loads of stimulation) but the sound effects are great.”
- “Also, what kind of crap app forces you to listen to the game music loop and doesn't allow your own music to continue?”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Players consistently highlight the strong replayability of the game, noting its fun and strategic elements that encourage multiple playthroughs. The game's relaxing nature and simplicity also contribute to its appeal, making it a favorite for quick, enjoyable sessions. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience that invites players to return repeatedly.
- “Fun strategy game with great replay value.”
- “Very relaxing game, with a surprising amount of replayability.”
- “One of my favorite games; sweet and simple, quick, but replayable.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The monetization model is primarily focused on aesthetic in-app purchases, ensuring that players can enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money on gameplay advantages.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't hinder gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without pushing for purchases.”
- “In-app purchases are only aesthetic.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative and heavily favors players who spend money.”
- “It's frustrating that progress is locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story involving the "blanket factory" is perceived as unclear and confusing, leading to difficulties in understanding the game's rules.
- “The obscure 'blanket factory' story muddies the understanding of the rules.”
- “The plot feels disjointed and fails to engage the player.”
- “Character motivations are unclear, making it hard to connect with the story.”