Penguin Bounce

Penguin Bounce is trajectory-based action game where players hit a penguin as hard as they can to make it fly, despite the absence of a jetpack. The game features delightful visuals and a sensational soundtrack, with plenty of humor and an intriguing story. However, it is plagued by bugs and too many ads, and the gameplay can be emotionally charged. The goal is to hit the penguin with increasing force to launch this unlikely flier into the sky.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,993 reviews

humor366 positive mentions

monetization4,082 negative mentions

monetization
4,226 mentions
3 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every action, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the frequency and length of these ads have been described as excessive, with some even resorting to turning off their internet connection to avoid them. Additionally, the in-app purchase options to remove ads are often criticized as being overpriced and ineffective, as many players continue to encounter ads even after paying for ad-free experiences.
- “This game is amazing and I love it so much and I think it's pretty funny too, it's really fun and adorable, with so many things to explore and there's like no ads, I'd really recommend it, thanks for the people who made this game❤️👍💯”
- “Great game, just disconnected from the internet to get no ads.”
- “This game is awesome if you turn off wi-fi off no ads.”
- “I understand having ads to support the developers, but this game is unplayable because it has way too many ads.”
- “This game used to be fun, but now there's so many ads that I can't even play the game. If I could, I would give it a 0-star rating, but I can't, so I give it 1 star. I do not recommend this game.”
- “The amount of ads you are forced to suffer through is absolutely ridiculous.”
humor
367 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-1 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, particularly due to the funny animations and quirky character interactions, such as a polar bear hitting a penguin. However, the enjoyment is often overshadowed by complaints about intrusive ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience. Overall, while the game is considered fun and funny, the excessive advertising detracts from its comedic appeal.
- “This game is hilarious 😂 and fun! I love this game; it's so cool, so download it now!”
- “It's so funny that you get to smash the penguin and the polar bear dabs and does the floss.”
- “This game is so funny! 🤣🤣 It's amazing and just so entertaining!”
- “It's very awful, too many ads, not funny and not interesting, very terrible.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced, making the game less enjoyable.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and unoriginal.”
graphics
218 mentions
76 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely positive feedback, with many users praising the cute, colorful art style and smooth animations. However, some players expressed frustration with performance issues, such as freezing and lag, particularly on older devices, and a few noted that the graphics could be improved further. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the gaming experience for many users.
- “Amazing graphics this game is just epic!”
- “The graphics are amazing and the characters are funny and engaging.”
- “I love the graphics, the concept and gameplay!”
- “I have found this app to be a total waste of time, with poor graphics and stubborn physics. Do not try this app, and if you do, be warned.”
- “I played it for 25 minutes trying to convince myself it was decent, but the seals are placed unstrategically, the graphics are horrible, and not to be 'that person' but it is too easy.”
- “The game freezes and hangs a lot even though I can play much more graphic-intensive games with ease.”
gameplay
205 mentions
28 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with good graphics and mechanics; however, it is severely hampered by an overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience. Many players report spending significantly more time watching ads than actually playing, leading to frustration and a diminished enjoyment of the game. While the core gameplay has potential, the intrusive ad placements and frequent glitches detract from what could be a more enjoyable experience.
- “I personally have never experienced any bugs or flaws during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself seemed like it could be a great time killer.”
- “I love this game, the gameplay and graphics are good; the way you can upgrade velocity, speed, and strength is super cool.”
- “There's an ad for every round of gameplay, as well as a banner ad.”
- “You spend more time viewing an ad than the gameplay itself.”
- “The ads always last longer than the actual gameplay, and often they open Google Play whether you close them or not.”
stability
189 mentions
2 % positive mentions
-1 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users frequently reporting freezes and crashes during gameplay and after watching ads. Many players experience soft locks, requiring them to exit and restart the app, often resulting in lost progress. Overall, while the game has potential, its numerous glitches and excessive advertisements severely hinder the user experience.
- “The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
- “I haven't encountered any stability issues during my playthrough.”
- “The performance is consistent, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “It's pretty fun, but you can only play one round and then it either shows you an ad, and then freezes the screen and you have to exit and come back, or it just freezes on the ad and you have to exit and come back.”
- “The game freezes constantly and resets right in the middle.”
- “Every time I play the game it freezes after I get so far and then it doesn't work at all so I have to uninstall the game and then reinstall it for it to finally work. Please fix this; I had to delete the game five times now because of this issue and I lose all my progress every time.”
story
41 mentions
44 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as cute and engaging, particularly with its penguin-themed plot, but many players find it too short and lacking depth. While some appreciate the initial charm and humor, they express disappointment that the narrative quickly becomes repetitive and leads to a sense of aimlessness after completion. Overall, players suggest that the game would benefit from a more extended storyline and additional missions to maintain interest.
- “The plot is well done and the characters are phenomenal.”
- “I love the unique plot of the game.”
- “It was a very good experience... I like the story of how a penguin falls in love with another penguin.”
- “The storyline is lame; like some random penguin asks a polar bear to hit him with a club so he can travel across oceans to get to this 'hot' penguin. Like seriously?!?!?”
- “Good enough game, but once you finish the story, it all becomes a bit pointless.”
- “Love this game, but the story is way too short; I finished it within the first 4 hours of playing it.”
music
34 mentions
32 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate its catchy tunes and engaging sound effects, several users express frustration over the inability to turn off or adjust the volume, which detracts from their experience. Some players enjoy the music's upbeat style, likening it to popular genres, while others criticize the game for using potentially copyrighted material without proper attribution. Overall, the music is a highlight for many, but the lack of volume control is a significant drawback.
- “The music, sound effects, animation, characters, and everything else is so appealing 🙌 not too many ads and you get gift treasure boxes.”
- “I love the art style, the gameplay, the music!”
- “This game is awesome, the music's great and the graphics are amazing too.”
- “I can't turn off the vibration and music, etc.”
- “The fact that you can't turn the music down or off takes away a few stars.”
- “Can't turn off super annoying sounds and music, uninstalled within 30 seconds.”
optimization
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting performance issues such as freezing and crashing, while others note that recent updates have improved performance. However, there are still calls for further optimization to enhance the gaming experience, particularly regarding ad management and overall stability.
- “Bugs are fixed and game performance is optimized.”
- “Quirky sometimes, should be optimized a little more.”
- “Nice one, but there's a performance issue.”
- “It doesn't even run properly, it's not optimized at all; it repeatedly freezes and crashes.”
- “Too many ads and bad optimization of the game!”
- “The problem is it's badly optimized.”
emotional
10 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players expressing frustration over glitches and gameplay issues that detract from their experience. Conversely, others find joy and a sense of accomplishment, with one player even noting that the game helped them cope with personal struggles, highlighting its potential to evoke strong feelings. Overall, while some players are deeply engaged and moved by the game, others are left disappointed by technical problems.
- “This game made me cry; after my girlfriend broke up with me, my whole life went upside down.”
- “This game is so awesome it makes me want to cry lol🍭”
- “It's so good; I always get to the princess penguin and I have had a lot of trouble, but I am good at the game. This game has made me feel amazing. I just love it!”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be lengthy and tedious, particularly when it comes to improving skills or acquiring new weapons. Despite this, many still regard the game highly, appreciating its overall quality despite the grind.
- “Improving is long and tedious without the double rewards.”
- “Really good game, but you have to do a lot of grinding for a new weapon.”
- “It's a really good game, but it's still a grinding game.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users feel that the game's replayability is hindered by the excessive number of ads, suggesting that reducing the ad frequency would enhance the overall experience and encourage more playthroughs.
- “Too many ads; the game would be more enjoyable with half of them.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to want to replay.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Character development is criticized for its poor design quality, which users find embarrassing, and the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the overall experience.
- “The character designs are embarrassing, and the amount of ads is absolutely overwhelming.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “There is a lack of meaningful choices that impact character growth, leaving the experience feeling flat.”