Prize Claw

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Prize Claw is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Game Circus Studios, LLC and was released on July 12, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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79%Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization114 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic and relaxing claw machine experience with realistic feel and sounds.
It is addictive, fun, and suitable for all ages, providing a good way to pass time.
There are collectible prizes, upgrades, and missions that add engagement and progression.

Excessive and intrusive ads negatively impact gameplay; removing ads paid feature is often ineffective.
Progress frequently resets or is lost without any cloud save, frustrating players.
Grab regeneration is slow and limited, making continuous play difficult without watching ads or paying.

monetization
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
93%
The game’s monetization is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming frequency of ads, including forced and long-duration ads that disrupt gameplay and frustrate users. Many players report that purchasing the ad-removal option does not actually eliminate ads, leading to dissatisfaction and refund requests. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the excessive ad density severely detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Great pastime and no ads.”
- “It's so fun with no ads.”
- “I paid for no ads and I'm still getting them, can I have my money back please?”
- “I paid for the ads to be removed but they are still on.”
- “The only flaws is lack of claws; would prefer more claws by watching ads.”
- “Would use this more if it only took ten minutes to recharge grabs while online, but you have to literally wait 20 minutes while watching ads every minute, or alternatively just receive 4 grabs per hour.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
41%
18%
User opinions on the graphics are mixed, with some praising the nostalgic low-poly style and vibrant colors, while others criticize the low resolution and lack of polish. Several users appreciate the unique, fun visuals but many desire improved, cuter, and smoother graphics to reduce lag and enhance the experience.
- “The low poly graphics and low-res skybox add to the nostalgic feel of it.”
- “I love the graphics and gameplay. I've not seen anything like this on Playstore but it's a nice little game.”
- “Great love it now I can play without paying and the details/graphics are so good it's like real life, no wait it's 3D, even better. This game made my day! ”
- “Re-downloaded it again and still a little unimpressed and am hoping for better graphics and layout.”
- “The graphics are low res.”
- “Its good but the graphics aren't good.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The story-driven missions add an engaging and addictive element to the game, making it a fun way to pass the time. However, some users experience mission glitches and unclear objectives that can hinder progress. Overall, players appreciate the mission structure despite occasional frustrations.
- “Great way to pass the time and it's fun completing the missions.”
- “Love the missions and upgrades.”
- “Fun and mission is addictive.”
- “In level 65 and another earlier the mission is to find this prize but no prize lights up, so you just have to keep using grabs to figure out what the game wants.”
- “Does not give you the prize you have to get to complete the mission.”
- “I'd like better prizes and missions.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is generally praised for its satisfying mechanics and unique style, offering decent progression and enjoyable experiences. However, some users note issues with physics and the presence of ads, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a quality and engaging game for many players.
- “Pretty decent progression and satisfying mechanics.”
- “I love the graphics and gameplay; I've not seen anything like this on Playstore but it's a nice little game. I'm giving it 4 stars because it's not my cup of tea but it's still a quality game.”
- “Play this game with the machine, pick up the animals and win prizes as fun gameplay.”
- “So one star for nostalgia, one star for mechanics, and the absence of three stars for still seeing ads.”
- “The mechanics-physics comparison leaves a bit to be desired.”
- “I love the graphics and gameplay, I've not seen anything like this on Playstore but it's a nice little game, I'm giving it 4 stars because it's not my cup of tea but it's still a quality game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences frequent glitches, including joystick issues, screen glitches, and occasional freezing, which affect stability. However, some users report minimal glitches and fast load times, indicating a generally stable experience for some players.
- “But there are a few glitches interfering with this game... the joystick gets stuck and moves on its own and other screen glitches.”
- “The game is glitchy and freezes often.”
- “Constant glitches throughout the entire app.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game involves watching ads to earn more grabs, which some players find tedious due to frequent, lengthy ads and multiple prompts to close them. Additionally, the limited number of initial grabs and occasional claw movement issues can hinder the experience. Overall, while ads help extend play, the grinding process may feel repetitive and slightly frustrating.
- “Edited review still uses a go after picking up a five coin plus I don't mind watching an ad for more grabs but some ads are too long plus needing to push three times to close the ad is a bit tedious and needs five grabs for the gemmy that gives grabs; 3 is not enough plus the claw moves by itself sometimes.”
- “The ads I can watch are handy but tedious.”
- “Great game so far, but the waiting to watch an ad to get more grabs is somewhat tedious.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that the music is currently lacking and suggest adding more tracks and interactive elements to enhance the overall experience.