Pixel Art - Color by Number | Game Brain

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"Pixel Art - Color by Number" is a puzzle game that offers relaxing coloring book-style gameplay with plenty of humor. The game boasts awesome visuals and a good soundtrack, but can be quite grinding and features annoying ads. Despite some bugs and an emotional tone, it provides a unique and entertaining experience for players. The game encourages players to enjoy the calming effects of coloring and painting while following numbered guidelines for a therapeutic experience.

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics82 positive mentions

monetization3.4k negative mentions

The game is relaxing and enjoyable, providing a wide variety of pictures to color.
The ability to upload your own images and create custom pixel art is a unique and fun feature.
The app is user-friendly and has a good balance of easy and complex pictures.

The frequency of ads has increased significantly, interrupting gameplay and making it frustrating.
The app can be laggy and prone to crashing, especially when trying to load or color larger pictures.
The subscription cost to remove ads is considered too high by many users, leading to dissatisfaction.

monetization
3,539 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive frequency of ads. Many players report being interrupted by ads every few minutes, even during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience and relaxation the game is meant to provide. While some users understand the need for ads in a free app, the current model, which includes a costly subscription to remove ads, has led to frustration and dissatisfaction, prompting some to consider uninstalling the game altogether.
- “I bought the yearly subscription (no ads, more pictures, etc.), and it's definitely worth it.”
- “I have access to all the pictures, no ads because I have Play Pass, which is really inexpensive.”
- “It's fun and there are almost no ads; this might be the funnest game I have ever played.”
- “It's generally a fun game and I like it quite a bit, but the ads are absolutely unbearable.”
- “This could be a great game, unfortunately predatory ads and premium options make this practically unplayable.”
- “I understand it is a free game, but it is also popular; it does not need that many ads.”
stability
225 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the app has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent freezing, crashing, and lagging issues, particularly during ad loading and when switching between apps. Many players express frustration over losing progress due to these glitches, and while some updates have improved loading times, the overall experience remains marred by persistent technical problems. Overall, the app's stability issues significantly detract from its enjoyment, leading many to recommend caution before purchasing or investing time in it.
- “I have experienced no glitches or problems.”
- “Normally I would rate this a 3-4 star, but this game has very little to no glitches, and it also operates without Wi-Fi.”
- “No glitches or problems.”
- “It takes forever to load, if it does at all, and freezes every time I change to another app and go back.”
- “The new update is done and installed, the game loads now but freezes on the my work screen, left it for 4 hours without the screen turning off and still nothing.”
- “It freezes on the main screen with the pixel art logo.”
graphics
221 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and vibrancy, with many users appreciating the variety of artworks available, including both 2D and 3D options. However, frequent interruptions from ads detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players. While some users express a desire for improved controls and additional features, the aesthetic quality remains a highlight for most.
- “The graphics are amazing & this app is overall a 5/5.”
- “Great graphics and easy to play.”
- “I love the graphics and how you can take your own pictures to pixelate.”
- “The graphics need improvement and better controls to color in with.”
- “I downloaded this and first of all it took a crapton of time, second there weren't a lot of choices, third it was just bad graphics and everything.”
- “The only reason I put 1 star is because the graphics are too close and I don't like how the graphic is too close, so don't download this game!”
music
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. Many players enjoy listening to their own music while playing, but frequent and intrusive ads disrupt this experience by pausing or stopping their background audio. Additionally, several users have requested the inclusion of calming background music within the app itself to enhance the overall relaxing experience while coloring.
- “I love this game, as it is generally very relaxing, but it would be nice if there was some music to accompany it.”
- “I really enjoy using this when listening to music, am taking buses, and am bored at home.”
- “It's a very fun game and it keeps you occupied, especially with music.”
- “Every 30-60 seconds is an ad louder than your music.”
- “Plus, when I'm trying to listen to music, the app keeps shutting my music off or keeps pausing it.”
- “Used to love this app, but now it's filled with ads and if I'm hearing music, the ads start playing and turn off my music.”
gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and enjoyable mechanics, with many users appreciating the variety of pictures and the relaxing experience it offers. However, a significant number of players express frustration over the intrusive ads that frequently interrupt gameplay, detracting from the overall experience and making it feel less enjoyable. While some users find the ads manageable, the consensus indicates that excessive interruptions can lead to a negative impact on gameplay satisfaction.
- “Its an excellent time killer, the graphics are simply amazing, the gameplay is great, tons of picture choices, etc. I just have one more recommendation for the next update.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, and the app itself is easy to use.”
- “Amazing gameplay and just relaxing to play after a hard day of school, and the ads are fine for people who struggle with ads just turn off your Wi-Fi but yeah amazing game.”
- “So many 'new' features aren't rolled out properly, so your gameplay will not mirror that which is advertised.”
- “When ads interfere with gameplay, making it difficult and infuriating to play.”
- “The sheer number and time between ads is very annoying; it ruins gameplay and makes people not want to play this.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the cute and funny pictures available for coloring. While many find the game amusing and enjoyable, some express frustration with technical issues and repetitive content, suggesting that the humor could be enhanced with more diverse and animated art options. Overall, the game is described as fun and relaxing, with a lighthearted tone that appeals to a wide audience.
- “I really like this game and it's greatly funny and amusing for offline people that like coloring by pixels.”
- “This game is so good I want to play it every day and there are cute and funny pictures.”
- “Love this game 💕 I love the pictures that you can color; sometimes you can find funny and silly pictures or flower pictures or any type of pictures you like.”
- “It's not funny anymore, so if there is no fix, I will delete it and find something else to play.”
grinding
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lengthy scrolling required to find specific images and the repetitive tapping needed to complete colors. Many express a desire for better organization features, such as filtering by category or complexity, to alleviate the monotony. While some appreciate the challenge and find it rewarding, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the game's tedious mechanics.
- “It's kind of tedious to scroll for 5 minutes just to find something I'm interested in coloring.”
- “This game is much more tedious than other coloring games for a much lower quality visual result.”
- “It's very tedious and just annoying to tap 500 times to complete one color.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with many users expressing a heartfelt appreciation for its artistic qualities and the joy it brings through creativity. However, frustrations with technical issues, such as accidental touches and intrusive ads, detract from the overall experience, leading to feelings of stress rather than relaxation. Despite these challenges, the game's potential to evoke positive emotions and foster creativity remains a highlight for many players.
- “The wonderful pixels give a heartwarming touch to the mind.”
- “It's truly heartbreaking how an amazing game such as this one would be thrown away for a quick buck.”
- “This game is so beautiful and emotional; it's the best crying game in the world.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the optimization of the app is inconsistent, with many users reporting significant lag and performance issues, particularly due to intrusive banner ads that hinder gameplay. While some players experience smooth functionality, others face crashes and overheating, suggesting that the app requires further optimization to enhance user experience across various devices.
- “The app functions well, and it runs smoothly; the coloring functions weren't as clunky as I'd presumed them to be and are very easy to maneuver.”
- “Pretty good, but the app needs to be optimized more; either that or stop putting ads at the bottom of the screen that move in any way.”
- “Game is pretty cool at first glance, but optimization is poor; I can't scroll the page because it's so laggy. I think after opening the app, it crashed. My device is a Huawei Y6 2019; if you fix that, then I can give five stars.”
- “The banner ads at the bottom while coloring more often than not slow down performance significantly, making it frustrating, slow, and laggy when coloring.”
- “These ads don't seem to be optimized and will frequently cause the game to lag or even freeze completely.”
- “Game is pretty cool at first glance, but the optimization is poor; I can't scroll the page because it's so laggy. I think after opening the app, it crashed. My device is a Huawei Y6 2019. If you fix that, then I can give five stars.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is appreciated for its structured quest-based format, offering a variety of daily quests that enhance engagement. However, players note that it may require patience to fully enjoy the narrative experience. Overall, the story is seen as a good complement to casual activities like listening to podcasts.
- “It's great, love it so much! I just started, and there's daily quests and so much to choose from.”
- “It's a good game for having a podcast in the background. I would recommend watching a compilation of my story animated, or MSA as some people call it.”
- “But to make a long story short, if you don't have a lot of patience, you're in for a beating.”
- “I have played the story, but when I searched and saw pixel art, I couldn't download it.”
- “It's a good game for having a podcast in the background; I would recommend watching a compilation of my story animated, or MSA as some people call it.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally appreciated for its pleasant qualities, though some players find it frustrating at times, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, there is a desire for accompanying music to enhance the ambiance further.
- “I love the beautiful atmosphere, but I wish there were music to complement it.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the story.”
- “It's ridiculously frustrating and ruins the relaxed atmosphere I used to feel with this game.”