Pyramid Solitaire - Card Games
- March 27, 2009
- MobilityWare
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Pyramid Solitaire - Card Games" is a casual card game with good gameplay that allows players to train their brains, have fun, and relax. The game boasts marvelous visuals, but is unfortunately plagued by annoying ads and bugs. The game describes itself as offering a classic pyramid solitaire experience.
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Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, providing a great way to pass the time.
- Graphics and animations are enjoyable, especially the celebrations after winning.
- The daily challenges add an extra layer of engagement and keep players coming back.
- The game frequently crashes or freezes, making it frustrating to play.
- There are too many ads, often appearing in the middle of gameplay, which disrupts the experience.
- Some games are unwinnable, leading to a lack of satisfaction and enjoyment.
- monetization744 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number and length of ads, often lasting 30 seconds or more. Many players report that ads frequently interrupt gameplay, making the experience unenjoyable, and some have noted issues with ads that are difficult to close or that lead to unwanted downloads. While some users understand the need for ads in free games, the current implementation has led to numerous complaints about intrusive advertising practices, prompting many to consider uninstalling the game.
“No ads, you can play offline, and it's free.”
“This is my second game from this company and they are just great; they are straight to the point games, no ads, just gameplay all day long.”
“No ads, smooth play, truly enjoyable.”
“The gameplay itself is good, however after a few games the amount of ads just gets too much - and they are long ads that require skipping multiple times to get through.”
“I uninstalled this game despite enjoying playing the game because I spend more time watching ads for other games just to play one game at a time.”
“I really like the game but in the past week the ads went from 5 seconds to 30 seconds. What's up? I'm about to delete the game if this is not fixed. A week ago I would have rated this game a 5; today it's a 1.”
- graphics117 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their creativity and variety, particularly the animations and card designs that appear after winning rounds. Players appreciate the smooth performance and engaging visuals, which enhance the overall gaming experience. While some users noted a few minor issues, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
“The graphics are clever and highly varied.”
“The graphics are great and the play is smooth, no glitches.”
“I love the graphics displays at the end of each game.”
“The only negative is the after game graphics display.”
“Graphics could be a little better.”
“Too many ads along with sub par graphics.”
- stability32 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 72 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing issues, particularly during ads and gameplay, which disrupts the experience. While some players note a lack of glitches and smooth performance, the prevalence of app freezes and interruptions from ads has led to frustration among others. Overall, while there are positive experiences, the stability concerns are significant enough to impact gameplay for many users.
“I experience no glitches.”
“The graphics are great and the play is smooth, no glitches.”
“Good solid card game, no glitches.”
“When I finish a hand and click to double my rewards, the ad plays for a few seconds then freezes, and I don't receive the rewards at all. I have to restart the app.”
“The game gives you a timer and a special ops to complete a match in 30 seconds or less, but at the 15-second mark, the game freezes every single time for 5 seconds or more, and the countdown still counts, and it won't let you play.”
“Ever since the newest update at the beginning of this week, this game just constantly freezes, and you can't play it because it gets stuck on the same page. It is super frustrating; everything should've just been well enough left alone!”
- music26 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to intrusive ads that interrupt or completely mute users' music playback. Many players express frustration over the aggressive ad behavior, which not only halts their music but also requires them to manually restart it afterward. While some users appreciate the game's original music, the overall sentiment is that the ad interference significantly detracts from the gaming experience.
“I love Pyramid and I love the music and the animations in the game.”
“I love the music, so play it, please!”
“Music rather than playing it on mute, since I keep missing parts of my experience.”
“This is also the only app I have that stops my music playing each time an ad plays, even if the ad is muted.”
“Most games last me a minute and to have my music stopping 10+ seconds every minute annoys the hell out of me.”
“Good game but the adverts are now becoming overpowering and lasting 30 seconds which is interfering with my music, alas will have to delete the game.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay in MobilityWare's apps is generally well-received, characterized as enjoyable, straightforward, and engaging, particularly in their solitaire games. However, many users express frustration with the frequency and length of ads, which can disrupt the experience, with some reporting glitches that redirect them to external websites. Overall, while the core gameplay is appreciated, the ad interruptions significantly impact user satisfaction.
“The gameplay is lovely and simple pyramid solitaire.”
“Good gameplay, quick and undemanding.”
“I really enjoy the gameplay; it helps me to think fast in a mathematical way.”
“30 seconds of ads for every minute of gameplay.”
“Didn't like that it would randomly glitch and open up a website during the gameplay.”
“Mobilityware games, in general, are great games but you spend more time listening/watching advertising than you do in actual gameplay.”
- humor7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally appreciated, with users finding it amusing and entertaining, especially as they become more familiar with the gameplay. While some players note that it serves primarily as a time-passing activity rather than a source of humor, others enjoy the funny reviews and experiences shared by less strategic players. Overall, the game is seen as a lighthearted and enjoyable distraction.
“Just a great, funny, exciting app to pass the time while you're wanting to stay occupied, and still be able to stop and continue with the tasks that were previously at hand.”
“Some pretty funny reviews from people who don't know the strategic way to play this game.”
“Really funny for me once I got the hang of it.”
“Not funny, just good to help pass the time.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the game's focus on daily quests and challenges, finding them engaging and enjoyable. However, some express a preference for the absence of a traditional story, indicating that the gameplay's structure is sufficient on its own. Overall, the emphasis on quests over narrative is seen as a positive aspect.
“The addition of daily quests was genius.”
“I do like the daily clues, quests, or challenges, whatever you call them.”
“Fun to play, and I enjoy the goals or quests you could call them challenges.”
“Just love the fact that there is no story to go along with the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its smooth performance, indicating effective optimization that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
“It runs smoothly.”
“The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay.”
“I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end systems.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable, though it can become tedious at times.
“Fun but tedious at times”
