Resort Hotel: Bay Story

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"Resort Hotel: Bay Story" is a single-player adventure game with an intriguing story and stellar game mechanics. As a player, you restore a family mansion and turn it into a resort hotel by solving match-3 puzzles, getting resources, and decorating the interior of the house, tropical island, and garden escapes. Along the way, you'll encounter adorable characters and an exciting romantic story, while making choices that impact the game's outcome. However, be aware of the occasional bugs that might affect gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,309 reviews

story64 positive mentions

stability25 negative mentions

The game is a fun time killer and enjoyable to play, similar to other match 3 games.
The graphics are great, and the gameplay is simple yet engaging, with a decent storyline.
The energy regeneration is fair, allowing players to continue without feeling forced to make purchases.

Many levels are extremely difficult, leading to frustration and potential loss of interest.
The game often freezes or crashes, causing players to lose progress and lives.
There is a lack of customization options for decorating, which can make the experience feel less personal.

story
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
47%
5%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its charm and character development, while others criticize it for being predictable, sexist, or lacking depth. Many players appreciate the engaging graphics and the fun of unlocking the story, but express frustration over the pacing and availability of new content. Overall, while the storyline has its fans, it also faces significant criticism that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The puzzles were fun and I loved fixing up the resort, and the story was actually one you wanted to follow.”
- “I love the story, and the puzzles are great.”
- “Fun game so far... like the storyline as well.”
- “Enjoyed it at first, but cannot get into the characters or story, especially Uncle Craig.”
- “The storyline is irritating and rude.”
- “Storyline is almost non-existent... not keeping me interested any longer.”
graphics
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
20%
4%
Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their vibrant colors, cuteness, and clarity, contributing positively to the overall experience. While some users noted inconsistencies in gameplay and design elements, the majority found the graphics to be a standout feature, enhancing both the storyline and enjoyment of the game. However, a few reviews mentioned that the graphics could be disappointing compared to similar titles, indicating a mixed reception in that regard.
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “Great graphics and storyline.”
- “I love the vibrant colors of the graphics!”
- “In comparison to your other similar game, the graphics in this are extremely disappointing.”
- “It's a cute and fun game, but the dialogue is choppy and the graphics are horrible!”
- “Its graphics.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
96%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting persistent glitches, freezing issues, and loading failures that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game freezing mid-level, particularly during challenges, and some are considering uninstalling due to these ongoing problems. While some users enjoy the game when it functions properly, the overall sentiment indicates a pressing need for stability improvements.
- “I love how it runs smoothly with no glitches, and it's super cute!”
- “The game is incredibly stable; I've experienced no crashes or bugs.”
- “Everything runs perfectly, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I do enjoy this game, but once in a while the game freezes mid-level and I won't be able to make any moves except for boosters and there will be no new tiles coming in.”
- “I'm almost at level 1400 and now the game will finally load but freezes up as soon as it does. I know it's not my phone... please fix or I'm just going to have to uninstall the game. I see others are having problems as well.”
- “I like these games except it freezes all the time. I can't even get into the settings either when it happens. I will delete it if it keeps doing this; the game is getting deleted today as you didn't do anything about this.”
monetization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the low frequency of ads, while others express frustration over the reliance on in-app purchases to progress, especially after changes that removed options to earn rewards through ads. Many users feel that the game's difficulty increases significantly without purchasing additional resources, leading to a perception of unfairness in the monetization strategy. Overall, while some enjoy the game without being overwhelmed by ads, others are dissatisfied with the pressure to spend money to continue playing effectively.
- “I love this game! It has good graphics and no ads.”
- “No ads yet!”
- “In-app purchases to keep playing.”
- “Because I think it is terrible when the developers tell you in-game purchase is optional and then they make a level that unless you are a master gamer you will not get through without purchasing.”
- “Once I bought tokens and it ended all bonuses, ads to get bonuses and the game became too difficult to win even after using all resources; tech support did nothing.”
- “Since they removed daily coin awards for watching ads, there is no way to get coins unless you buy them. The game was fun, but not anymore.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simple and reminiscent of other match-3 games, leading to feelings of boredom due to slow animations and confusing mechanics. However, many users appreciate the graphics, controls, and engaging story, highlighting the gameplay as fun and addictive with great bonuses. Overall, while there are criticisms regarding originality and pacing, the game is praised for its visual appeal and enjoyable mechanics.
- “The game is brilliantly made, great graphics, great gameplay.”
- “Such great gameplay!”
- “Fun new game with great plot, gameplay, and lots of interesting characters, plus it keeps your interest!”
- “The gameplay is nothing like the way the ad portrays it.”
- “I've played enough match-3 games to make a comparative review: the gameplay is a complete copy of the more popular match-3 games, and while the graphics are good, there is little difference between power-ups and bombs, and that gets confusing.”
- “But I find the gameplay boring and slow-paced because of all of the animations you can't skip.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
30%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the dialogue and interactions amusing and enjoyable. However, some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics, such as the need to repeat levels, which detracts from the overall fun experience. Overall, the game is described as funny and relaxing, though some players feel that certain aspects could be improved.
- “The story is funny.”
- “Funny and easy game until now I like it!!”
- “It is funny to see them talking to each other the entire time lol”
- “The game tries to be funny, but the jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected humor, but most of the attempts at comedy just made me cringe.”
- “The humor in this game is so stale that it feels like a bad sitcom from the '90s.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
Users express dissatisfaction with the game's music, noting that even when sound is turned off, it can unexpectedly return, particularly after ads. The new background music is described as distracting and reminiscent of Halloween, with many requesting a return to the previous soundtrack.
- “The music and sound come back on.”
- “The new background music is distracting; it feels like Halloween.”
- “Please bring back the old background music.”
- “Even if you turn off the sound and music, you'll still get some sounds.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players initially enjoyed the grinding aspect of the game, finding it engaging and fun; however, as they progressed, many felt it became tedious and repetitive, detracting from their overall experience.
- “Started off fantastic, easily 5 stars, but now I'm just going through the puzzles and finding it rather tedious.”
- “Fun at first, then it became tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players find the game's optimization lacking, indicating that while the gameplay is decent, improvements are necessary for a more enjoyable experience.
- “The game has a solid foundation, but it really needs better optimization to enhance the overall experience.”
- “While I enjoyed the gameplay, the optimization issues held it back from being truly great.”
- “If the developers focus on optimization, this game could reach its full potential and attract a larger audience.”
- “What little I did get to play wasn't bad; it's a decent game, but it needs to be better optimized for me to give it another go.”
- “The game has potential, but the optimization issues make it frustrating to play.”
- “I really wanted to enjoy this game, but the poor optimization ruined the experience for me.”