Pocket Arcade

Pocket Arcade is a free, whimsical arcade game with four mini-games: Alien Whacker, Mayan Coin Pusher, UFO Catcher, and Hoop Hero. Experience splendid graphics and combine resources between games for a larger arcade experience. Collect prizes, available on various platforms with no word limit on character count. Visit the website for support and feedback.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,724 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization9 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcades, providing a fun and cute experience.
Players enjoy the variety of mini-games available, particularly the claw machines and coin pushers.
The game is easy to use and provides a good way to pass the time, especially for those missing real arcade experiences.

Many players report issues with coin management, stating that coins run out too quickly and are hard to earn.
There are frequent bugs and glitches, such as disappearing prizes and crashes that disrupt gameplay.
The game lacks a sufficient variety of arcade games, leading to repetitive gameplay and boredom over time.

graphics
15 mentions
67 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as smooth and fitting the arcade vibe, while others criticize them as poor or laggy. While a few users highlight the graphics as superb or among the best they've seen, many express dissatisfaction, indicating that improvements are needed. Overall, the graphics seem to be a divisive aspect of the game, with opinions varying widely.
- “Graphics are nice, smooth and fit with the arcade vibe!”
- “It has the best graphics I've ever seen; it's like I won a million dollars.”
- “The game is so fun and easy to play, and the graphics are soooooo good.”
- “I enjoy the game, but the graphics are pretty bad.”
- “The graphics are not good, but the game is very good.”
- “It's okay, but the graphics are bad.”
monetization
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
90 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the low frequency of ads but expressing frustration over their presence and the inability to earn extra coins through ad viewing. Many users desire options to remove ads entirely and suggest improvements to the overall monetization strategy, indicating a preference for a more streamlined experience without interruptions.
- “The microtransactions actually give it arcade-like vibes, which adds to the overall fun experience.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive.”
- “The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and offer good value for what you get.”
- “I am only putting four stars because of the ads!”
- “It's a really good game, but every time I run out of coins, I have to wait so long to play, and the ads won't work.”
- “Too many ads.”
gameplay
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with users citing numerous bugs, poor performance (including low frame rates), and a lack of originality and progression. Many players expressed frustration over the absence of achievements and meaningful mechanics, while a few noted that there are minimal elements to keep the gameplay engaging. Overall, the experience is marred by technical issues and a lack of innovative features.
- “At least something to keep the gameplay going!”
- “The graphics, the gameplay, everything!”
- “It's amazing even on the gameplay and everything!!!”
- “I rated everything 2 just because I couldn't even see graphics or gameplay; it just turns off when I open it and I have a relatively new phone with Android version 6.”
- “It's okay, but there are a huge amount of bugs that restrict my gameplay and just make the game the worst there is.”
- “There are no achievements, no rewards, and no progressive gameplay whatsoever.”
stability
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent freezes and major glitches, particularly during startup and gameplay. Despite some updates, many players still experience persistent bugs that hinder their overall experience.
- “It freezes up a lot.”
- “Logs in to Gmail account and then freezes at the startup animation of the game.”
- “Stops and freezes at the title screen.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be engaging and entertaining, often describing it as funny and interesting. Many appreciate the lighthearted nature of the mini-games, which contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience. Overall, the humor adds to the game's appeal as a time-passing app.
- “Loved this game! I really wanted more mini games. It's a great time-passing app and very funny.”
- “Oh wow, this game is very funny and interesting! I really love it! 😍😎”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and unenjoyable experience.
- “The grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly monotonous, draining the fun out of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required is overwhelming and takes away from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's music has been criticized for becoming repetitive and annoying, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game music gets annoying.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere at all.”