Pocket Tower

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"Pocket Tower is a simulation game that allows you to build and manage a multi-level business center in a massively multiplayer environment. Available on web browsers, Android, and iOS, it boasts amazing graphics but can be interrupted by ads and may have bugs."

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,056 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

monetization19 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a great way to pass the time.
Graphics are cute and the gameplay is easy to learn, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
The community aspect of joining a city and interacting with other players adds a social element that many enjoy.

Progression can be frustratingly slow, often requiring real money to advance, which can lead to a paywall experience.
Many players report issues with bugs, such as being unable to open chests or experiencing connection errors.
The tutorial is lacking, leaving new players confused about game mechanics and objectives.

graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
32%
10%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and overall quality, with many users highlighting the appealing art style and character designs. While some reviews note a lack of personality compared to similar games, the visuals are generally considered a strong point, contributing to the game's fun and engaging experience. Overall, the graphics enhance the gameplay, making it enjoyable for players.
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “The art style of the game is cute, and the game overall is fun.”
- “Great graphics fun to play.”
- “This is a tiny tower clone but without the endearing pixel aesthetics.”
- “Despite having improved graphics, it lacks personality.”
- “Hate the graphics.”
monetization
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
17%
79%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players expressing frustration over deceptive ads, including fake close buttons and misleading gameplay representations. While some users find the in-game purchases rewarding, others feel pressured to spend more money to progress, especially when ads are not functioning properly or are overly intrusive. Overall, the balance between ads and in-app purchases seems to detract from the gaming experience for many players.
- “Everything was fine 5 days in the game; I paid for in-game purchases and got more.”
- “It is money hungry, but the deals offered are rewarding enough to make in-game purchases to advance.”
- “It forced me to top up more money just to complete quests that could have been finished by simply watching a couple of ads.”
- “In-app purchases are kind of high.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
71%
18%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its frustrating mechanics, including slow progression and limited participation in city quests, which can feel unfair to new players. Users express dissatisfaction with the quest system, noting that rewards are often inaccessible or poorly distributed, and they desire more engaging and varied quests. Overall, the narrative experience is hindered by technical issues and a lack of meaningful player involvement in city events.
- “My favorite thing is that I get to partner with others to fulfill missions.”
- “Recently, I created a city named Empire and started to do the quests.”
- “I was enjoying this game until it literally wouldn't let me do city quests because apparently I have no internet connection, which I do, and it was working completely fine this morning.”
- “Can this game get new quests? The ones we have are old, please.”
- “It forced me to top up more money just to complete quests that could have been finished by simply watching a couple of ads.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches, particularly on certain devices. While some players enjoy the game without issues, others experience significant interruptions, especially when interacting with specific features like chests or during loading screens. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a substantial number of users.
- “Runs great on Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus.”
- “Great game, no glitches.”
- “The game has become so buggy.”
- “This game freezes after the first minute of playing.”
- “Game freezes on loading after 'building tower' words are shown.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is described as addictive and fast-paced, with enjoyable sound effects, but it lacks the seamlessness and detail found in similar games. Players find cities to be largely ineffective unless part of a high-ranking one, and while acquiring in-game currency (bux) is possible without purchases, clearer instructions on gameplay objectives are needed. Additionally, there are concerns about misleading advertisements showcasing fake gameplay.
- “Very addicting gameplay and more accessible when you figure out that you can get bux easily but not quickly and you don't have to buy them.”
- “Fast gameplay, good sound effects.”
- “It does not have the same seamless gameplay or attention to detail that the Tiny Tower games have in spades.”
- “Cities are really pointless because they don't improve gameplay unless you join a high-ranking one, and you have to donate bux that are hard to get.”
- “Better instructions are needed to understand the goal of gameplay.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and entertaining, making it enjoyable for casual play. However, some reviews suggest that while it may appeal to children, it might not resonate as well with adult audiences. Overall, it serves as a lighthearted option for those looking to pass the time.
- “Funny and entertaining, it's easy to play.”
- “It's a very funny game that passes the time away.”
- “Funny game... I love this game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, suggesting that it can detract from the overall enjoyment and flow of the experience.
- “The game becomes tedious otherwise.”
- “It's tedious though.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is described as profoundly impactful, with players finding it to be a deeply heartbreaking experience.
- “This is just heartbreaking.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the overall quality and variety. However, a significant drawback noted is the inability to turn off the sound or music, which detracts from the experience for some players.
- “Overall good, nice items to make, good floors, but one major problem is that I cannot turn off the sound or music.”
- “The music is repetitive and gets annoying after a short while.”
- “I wish there were more variety in the soundtrack; it feels like I'm listening to the same song on loop.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that while the game has potential for replayability, it may require additional purchases to enhance the experience and make it more enjoyable.
- “You do need to spend a few bucks to make the game more enjoyable in my opinion.”