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Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon

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83%Game Brain Score
gameplay, emotional
monetization, graphics
83% User Score Based on 681 reviews

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Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon is a single player casual management game. It was developed by NimbleBit LLC and was released on June 14, 2012. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon," manage a fleet of airplanes, overseeing everything from small prop planes to majestic jumbos. Handle airline operations across 250 cities on a vast world map, making strategic decisions about routes and aircraft deployment. This immersive business management game captures the thrill of flying while tasking you with meticulous planning and delicate balance.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 681 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
monetization64 negative mentions
  • The game is a nostalgic favorite, bringing back memories for many players who enjoyed it on iOS.
  • Gameplay is simple yet addictive, allowing for casual play and progress at your own pace.
  • Optional ads provide bonuses without being intrusive, and the game can be played offline.
  • The game has become overly reliant on ads and microtransactions, making progression feel slow and tedious.
  • There are frequent bugs and crashes, particularly with saving progress and loading the game.
  • In-app purchases, especially for VIP status and lost and found features, are considered overpriced by many players.
  • monetization
    71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over intrusive ads and the reliance on watching them for premium currency. While some appreciate the optional nature of ads and the ability to earn rewards, others find the frequency and length of ads excessive, leading to a grindy experience. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach, with some calling for a one-time purchase option to remove ads entirely.

    • “No ads if you don't want it, and progression is more than doable even without them.”
    • “Awesome game, no need to make in-game purchases, and fun to play.”
    • “I will definitely be supporting the company and doing in-app purchases, which in 10 years of mobile gaming I have not.”
    • “The ads and stuff have gotten way too intrusive for this game.”
    • “Used to be my favorite game but it is now cluttered with ads and microtransactions.”
    • “I would give it 5 stars but the VIP pack doesn't remove ads for the rewards.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet addictive mechanics, allowing players to manage an airline, upgrade planes, and unlock destinations. While ads for premium currency are prevalent, they are optional and do not disrupt the overall experience, making it suitable for casual play during downtime. Despite some criticism regarding the lack of quality-of-life improvements and basic graphics, the game remains enjoyable for those seeking a laid-back management experience.

    • “The gameplay is simple yet addictive — you manage your own airline, buy and upgrade planes, and unlock new destinations.”
    • “Great gameplay, fun graphics, lots to collect and an airport empire to build.”
    • “Simple mechanics and flight durations that, in my opinion, make the perfect idle time.”
    • “Those ads now run over 2 minutes... there's already a lot of forced breaks in the gameplay.”
    • “For a game that originally came out in 2012 and just re-released last year, I'm surprised at the lack of quality of life improvements and at the presence of the original bland gameplay.”
    • “This game is usually everything I wouldn't play, basic graphics and slow gameplay.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute, retro, and nostalgic art style, while others criticize them as basic and in need of improvement. Despite the varied opinions, many users find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, contributing to a fun and relaxing experience. Overall, while the visuals have their charm, there is a consensus that enhancements could elevate the game's aesthetic appeal.

    • “You create your airline little by little while enjoying the art style of the game and watching your planes fly and passengers commenting on your flights and planes.”
    • “The arcade, retro and nostalgic vibes of the visual and graphics are found in this well-designed game.”
    • “Cute graphics, relaxing game.”
    • “This game is usually everything I wouldn't play: basic graphics and slow gameplay.”
    • “The graphics/artwork could be much better.”
    • “Graphics are unbearable.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the fun elements that persist through the grind, many express frustration with the slow progression and excessive micromanagement required to advance. Overall, the grinding can diminish replay value and make gameplay feel unnecessarily prolonged.

    • “The amount of micromanaging starts to get tedious as the incentive doesn't grow as you progress.”
    • “It's boring, tedious, and repetitive, with nothing that takes you out of that.”
    • “Too grindy and feels like it takes forever to get anything done or to make coins.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers consistently note that "Pocket Planes" lacks a soundtrack, which sets it apart from other NimbleBit games like "Tiny Tower" and "Pocket Trains." Many players express disappointment over the absence of background music, feeling it detracts from the overall experience and makes the game feel less polished. Overall, the consensus is that the addition of music would significantly enhance the game's appeal.

    • “I only wish it had a good soundtrack like Pocket Trains.”
    • “Should add music like the rest of your games.”
    • “The one thing I've noticed out of all the NimbleBit games is that Pocket Planes doesn't have a soundtrack like Tiny Tower, Pocket Trains, and Bit City do.”
    • “There is no background music, so you open the app for 2 seconds to send your planes off and that's it.”
    • “This game does not seem as put together as Pocket Trains; for one, there is no music.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game shows significant potential for replayability, the excessive grinding required detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling underwhelmed.

    • “The game has great potential, but the unnecessary grinding brings the replay value down to underwhelming levels.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting feelings of nostalgia and loss, particularly in response to the shutdown of servers, which led to tears and a longing for the past experience.

    • “I cried when they stopped the server; I hope it's like what it was before.”
    • “The story touched my heart deeply, making me feel a range of emotions.”
    • “Every character's journey resonated with me, leaving a lasting impact.”
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Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon is a casual management game.

Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon was released on June 14, 2012.

Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon was developed by NimbleBit LLC.

Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Pocket Planes: Airline Tycoon is a single player game.

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