Project Makeover
- November 15, 2020
- Magic Tavern, Inc.
- 4h median play time
Project Makeover is a single-player adventure game with an intriguing story, stunning visuals, and amazing game mechanics. As a stylist and interior designer, you'll help dramatic clients transform their lives with chic clothes, hairstyles, makeup, and furniture. Despite plenty of humor, the game can be very grinding with annoying ads, bugs, and highly emotional moments. The game's description: "Enliven clients with chic clothes, hairstyles, makeup, and furnitures" perfectly encapsulates the experience.
Reviews
- The game has a fun concept and engaging storyline, making it enjoyable to play.
- The graphics and character designs are appealing, adding to the overall experience.
- There are no ads interrupting gameplay, allowing for a smoother experience.
- Levels become increasingly difficult, often requiring multiple attempts to pass, which can be frustrating.
- The cost of makeovers and tasks increases significantly, while the rewards for completing levels remain the same.
- Players often feel pressured to spend real money on boosters and extra moves to progress in the game.
- monetization1,451 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. Many appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, noting that the game allows for optional ad viewing to earn extra moves or boosters, which enhances the experience without being forced to watch ads constantly. However, several players express frustration over the game's reliance on in-app purchases, particularly as levels become increasingly difficult, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab. Overall, while the lack of ads is a positive feature, the monetization strategy through in-app purchases has left some players feeling pressured to spend money to progress.
“Finally found a game that's both entertaining and has no ads whatsoever!”
“No ads, levels can be hard but not impossible, and not pay-to-win.”
“I love that there are no ads and it's a fun take on puzzle games.”
“The ads for this game are very misleading.”
“This game is nothing like the ads, you have to play a match game to get coins to pay for stuff, and you only get 5 lives.”
“The ads are disgusting and I only downloaded it to leave a horrible review in the hopes that I stop seeing those awful ads.”
- story664 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is generally described as engaging and entertaining, with players appreciating the mix of character customization, makeovers, and humorous drama. However, many reviews highlight frustrations with the pacing of the story, as progress is often hindered by challenging match-3 levels that require significant time or monetary investment to advance. While the graphics and character designs receive praise, the overall sentiment suggests that the game leans heavily on a pay-to-win model, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative experience.
“The story and characters are engaging and enjoyable... and the shape-matching game isn't just filler; the mechanics are logical and satisfying, and the visuals are easy on the eye.”
“I love the story line and being able to customize your own character!”
“The storyline is interesting and can be watched while waiting for lives to refill.”
“The storyline is your average Jerry Springer episode.”
“The story is weird and paying to do the minimum (such as removing hats) with in-game currency feels so tedious.”
“The storyline is flat and boring.”
- graphics338 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise from users, with many describing them as cute, colorful, and well-designed. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the effort put into the art style, noting that the graphics enhance the overall gaming experience. However, some users have reported issues with glitches and performance, which detracts from the otherwise impressive visuals.
“The graphics are amazing, so the wasted potential is so disappointing for me.”
“The graphics, animation, and design are also superb.”
“I love this game; the graphics, designs, and characters are all on point and make the game so enjoyable.”
“But recently it's been acting really glitchy and blacking out graphics; even with me uninstalling and reinstalling the game, it's a bummer!”
“Really terrible graphics, and very limited dress-up and decor options.”
“The graphics are amateur and the levels are too hard considering I only made it to 240 levels.”
- gameplay237 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it primarily revolves around a match-3 mechanic reminiscent of Candy Crush, which can feel tedious and overly repetitive. While some appreciate the engaging story and character customization aspects, others express frustration over the slow progression and the need to play numerous levels to earn coins for makeovers. Additionally, many users criticize the misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the actual gameplay experience.
“The story and characters are engaging and enjoyable... and the shape-matching game isn't just filler; the mechanics are logical and satisfying, and the visuals are easy on the eye.”
“The core gameplay loop is fun and addictive, the art is beautiful, and the story is cute.”
“The gameplay is fun, but the message is horrible.”
“The ads for this game are not honest as the gameplay is nothing like it portrays.”
“The gameplay is slow and boring, and the ads and description for the game were misleading, neither explaining the sad reality.”
“Not what I expected; definitely wasn't what the ads made it out to be. It's basically a rip-off of Gardenscapes and Candy Crush. The choices you make in the game have zero effect on the gameplay, and you don't even get to do anything in the game besides tap on things that kind of look cool and match stupid gems together. Boring and a waste of time.”
- stability185 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezing, crashing, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Players often experience issues such as black screens, loss of progress, and unresponsive ads, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. While some users report a smooth experience, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires urgent fixes to address these stability problems.
“This game is entertaining; surprisingly, it's not buggy.”
“Been playing for about a month and no glitches to be found.”
“Addictive - yes, sometimes relaxing, no nonsense, no glitches, tests your patience and teaches you a lesson in perseverance.”
“It's fun, but every time I play, the screen turns black and glitches into different colors like a VHS tape or something. I can barely play because after I finish a level, I don't receive the money because it turns black and doesn't save anything, and then it crashes.”
“Almost every time I get a Credit Karma ad, the screen just goes black or freezes, and I have to restart the game, all while losing the progress I made.”
“The game freezes if I don't play the pieces the game shows me.”
- grinding126 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and frustrating, with players often feeling compelled to replay difficult match-3 levels multiple times just to earn enough coins for basic tasks. Many reviews highlight a sharp increase in difficulty that detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to a sense of monotony and a perception that the game is designed to encourage in-game purchases. While some players find the makeover elements enjoyable, the overwhelming grind for resources ultimately diminishes the fun and satisfaction of gameplay.
“People complain about the coin system, but it's actually not that tedious if you enjoy playing the match-3 levels.”
“Grinding can be a rewarding experience when you see your progress and unlock new features.”
“The grind is satisfying, especially when you finally achieve that hard-earned upgrade.”
“The tasks take a lot of coins, and it can be annoying grinding through enough levels to gather enough coins to get to the fun parts of makeovers.”
“The match 3 game ends up getting so tedious it sucks all the fun out of it.”
“It's tedious and takes way too much time.”
- music69 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its upbeat and catchy nature, while others find it repetitive and annoying. A significant concern is the recent update that prevents users from listening to their own music or podcasts while playing, which has frustrated many long-time players. Overall, while the music adds a fun element to the game, its limitations and repetitiveness have led to dissatisfaction among users.
“The music is peppy and happy.”
“The music is nice and transitions perfectly from one screen to the other.”
“I love the design and music, the characters and the quirky humor.”
“Since your latest update, I'm unable to access my other apps (music, radio) while playing the game.”
“This used to be my favorite game until you changed something in the update that prevents me from listening to audiobooks or music while I play.”
“Listening to the same tune all the time gets annoying, and when you turn off the music, it becomes a little stale.”
- humor50 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often described as quirky and entertaining, with players appreciating the funny storylines, character expressions, and light-hearted drama. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of the gameplay, such as the absurdity of certain mechanics and the humorous writing, which adds to the overall enjoyment despite frustrations with difficulty and monetization. Overall, while the game has its challenges, the humor keeps players engaged and entertained.
“The writing is surprisingly funny and very non-judgmental.”
“The little 'dramas' are funny.”
“The storyline is hilarious and unique and I love it!”
- emotional14 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of emotional engagement and frustration with the game, highlighting moments of joy and satisfaction from creative achievements, but also feeling overwhelmed by paywalls and limited moves. While some find the storyline heartwarming and the gameplay inspiring, others criticize it for becoming stressful and misleading, leading to feelings of disappointment and emotional strain. Overall, the game elicits a range of emotions, from enjoyment and nostalgia to frustration and concern over its messaging.
“I don't know exactly what it is, but I'm so into this game. I'm absolutely loving designing; I feel great doing makeovers. The first couple made me feel good inside seeing my masterpiece that I just created!”
“This almost made me cry; I work so hard for those coins.”
“It was fun while it lasted. I can't believe I cried over this game. I got it and then I didn't notice that there were lives and stuff. I started to get mad because it was super hard for me to play without it saying 'you need more hearts/lives,' and I kept trying and trying!”
“This is beyond misleading; the ads seem fun and quirky to get you to download a puzzle game with a boring storyline.”
“It's a bizarre combination of puzzle and fashion with a boring story arc.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed feedback; while some users report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others experience significant slowdowns and performance issues, particularly on mobile devices. Suggestions for improvement include options to trade in-game currency and the ability to adjust quality settings to enhance performance. Despite these concerns, many players appreciate the art style and character design.
“I love the overall art style, performance, and the lovable characters.”
“It couldn't be my phone since I have games that use more RAM than this, yet it runs smoothly.”
“You don't have to watch a bunch of ads, it runs smoothly, it's easy and challenging, and I just like it a lot.”
“Wish there was a way to tone down quality to boost performance, though, as it's a bit slow on my phone.”
“So poorly optimized my phone has a meltdown like it's trying to go nuclear.”
“There should be an option to trade the bills for coins, or you should just get more coins based on the performance of the level.”
- character development5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the diversity and pleasing aesthetics of the character designs, while others find the story boring and lacking in engaging gameplay. Overall, the character designs are generally well-received, but the narrative and gameplay elements leave room for improvement.
“Love the character design choices and the diversity.”
“Love the story and character design.”
“The character designs are nice and actually pleasing to look at.”
“The story's pretty boring and I really dislike the character designs and animation.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players express mixed feelings about the game's replayability, noting that while it has potential and enjoyable gameplay, the high costs and grinding required for progression can diminish the experience. Many feel that adjustments to the in-game economy, such as lowering item costs, would enhance playability and encourage continued engagement. Overall, the game remains a favorite for some, but improvements are needed to make it more accessible and rewarding.
“This is one game I will probably never delete from my phone as long as there are playable levels.”
“Okay, so I do really like this game, but I really think that there should be a higher reward the higher level you get. The game's difficulty gets pretty hard for the same payout, and then the prices just get higher when you're redesigning. So 99% is just grinding, and it gets kind of ridiculous. I really like the game and it has great potential, but it needs an update that makes it more playable.”
“Make each section more playable by lowering the coins needed for each item; then it would work a little better.”
“Wish it was a more playable game without spending a small fortune on it.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the revamped character designs and the overall atmosphere of the game, noting that while the gameplay may be easier, the enhanced aesthetic elements contribute positively to the experience.
“The game is easier, but I like the remodel of a character and their atmosphere better.”