Resortopia
- October 21, 2021
- DH-Publisher
- 5h median play time
Resortopia is a single-player business strategy game with fabulous graphics and splendid music. In this wholesome game, players can build and manage their own 5-star resort with the help of Udon, earning cookies while writing their unique story. Despite some bugs and excessive advertisements, players will enjoy the humor and intriguing game mechanics, although grinding can be tedious. Come earn cookies with Udon and build your dream resort!
Reviews
- monetization814 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game primarily revolves around optional ads that players can choose to watch for rewards, such as in-game currency and boosts. While many players appreciate the generous rewards for watching ads, there are frequent complaints about the ads being too long, sometimes glitchy, and essential for progressing in the game, leading to a reliance on ad viewing. Overall, while the ads are not forced and can enhance gameplay, their frequency and necessity for advancement can detract from the overall experience for some players.
“Currency is easy to get and there aren't any in-app purchases needed to actually build up your resort.”
“The game doesn't demand that you get in-app purchases either, and it's not pay-to-win/play at all.”
“No ads are forced on the player but the gifts for viewing those ads are abundant though not necessary for progression.”
“The game is charming and has plenty of stuff to do but, if you want to get anywhere, you're going to be spending money daily on ad skips or you're gonna be watching ads more than playing the game.”
“I love this game, but as I've played longer I realized how unsustainable it becomes to level up properly without watching ads all the time.”
“Looks like a cute game but the sheer amount of ads you're either forced to or highly encouraged to watch to progress in the game makes it practically unplayable.”
- graphics333 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising the adorable art style, charming character designs, and overall aesthetic appeal. Many players find the visuals to be cute and relaxing, enhancing their gameplay experience, while the smooth animations and vibrant colors contribute to the game's engaging atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, making the game visually delightful and enjoyable to play.
“The graphics, art style, characters, and in-game effects are all beyond what I expected when I downloaded it.”
“The graphics are incredibly charming and it's easy to see why it has so many good ratings.”
“The graphics and audio are both adorable and comfortable in the long run.”
“However, the graphics for this game happen to be one of my favorite types of art, hence I've decided to give this game a try and I'm already loving it!”
“The graphics are cute, but the ads in the game will crash the game.”
“Love the graphics, but there are some bugs to fix; last night and today I'm stuck with the update, it keeps checking for updates and then it says error.”
- gameplay84 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its cute graphics, engaging mechanics, and ease of understanding, making it enjoyable and relaxing for players. While many appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, some express concerns about the reliance on ads for progression and the potential repetitiveness after reaching certain milestones. Overall, the game offers a fun and addictive experience with plenty of customization options and daily activities, though some players desire more content and smoother performance.
“The gameplay is great!”
“Cute characters and smooth gameplay!”
“The simple gameplay makes it very enjoyable to play.”
“I can't get out of the video ad to get back to the gameplay of the game.”
“The game is cute, but 90% of the gameplay is watching ads.”
“The gameplay isn't that exciting anymore; all that is left to do is leveling up friends, recipes, movies, and concoctions.”
- story64 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally appreciated for its cute characters and engaging plotlines, though many players feel it lacks depth and clarity, with some characters not being fully fleshed out. While the missions and quests provide a structured gameplay experience, there is a desire for more variety and complexity in the storyline and character interactions. Overall, the art and storytelling elements are praised, but players are calling for additional content to enhance the narrative experience.
“This game is refreshing to come across-- the art, story, upgrades are all done so well.”
“The story is cute and the characters are all so unique.”
“I love the story line and all the little details they put in this game!”
“Don't really understand the story; the characters aren't as fleshed out as I thought they'd be as you advance.”
“I wish the story made a bit more sense.”
“The game basically tells you what to do through the quests instead of letting you figure out what you want to do with the resort.”
- humor45 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cuteness and lightheartedness, with players enjoying the funny interactions and dialogues between characters. Many reviews highlight the amusing character designs and backstories, contributing to a relaxing and entertaining gameplay experience. Overall, the game is described as both funny and charming, making it a delightful choice for players seeking a humorous escape.
“I love the art and the humor.”
“The conversations are hilarious.”
“Udon is ugly but the fact that they address it is hilarious; the gameplay is simple, and seems to speed up as you progress, so I'm always on my toes!”
- music22 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its pleasant and relaxing qualities, with many users describing it as cute and engaging. While the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, some players have noted issues with music cutting out during gameplay. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players looking to unwind.
“The background music is cute and the UX and UI are extremely clean and easy to navigate; this game is perfect to kill time!”
“Lovely music and easy gameplay ^^”
“The music is very relaxing.”
“Addition, please consider giving a mute button for every ad and let the background music play even when ads are playing.”
“Can you put different background music to it?”
“I just noticed the elevator music.”
- stability18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting frequent freezing and lagging issues, particularly during ad interactions and when managing larger numbers of in-game elements. While some players experience minimal glitches and enjoy the gameplay, others find the game unplayable due to these technical problems, especially after updates. Overall, stability remains a significant concern for a portion of the player base.
“It's not buggy at all, and if you buy items, it's strictly on you and not needed to progress further in the game.”
“It is so fun! No glitches or anything. I love it and will recommend it to anyone.”
“This game becomes unplayable due to how many ads you need to watch to progress, and the game freezes my whole phone.”
“Fun but freezes constantly, including after ads that are supposed to give you bonus items, which results in you losing them completely.”
“But now after I updated it, the game became so laggy. It's okay if I just have 20-30 guests, but if I have more than that, the game lags, objects move broken, and when I place the furniture, the game becomes very buggy.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players describe the game as a mix of emotional experiences, highlighting both disturbing moments, such as a horrific scene involving a kitten, and overwhelmingly positive feelings associated with its wholesome and relaxing nature. Many users appreciate the game's ability to evoke comfort and productivity, emphasizing its heartwarming qualities and addictive gameplay, despite some concerns about ads. Overall, the emotional tone is predominantly positive, focusing on the game's wholesome aspects.
“I hope there will be more story, heartwarming ones!”
“This game is honestly so wholesome and relaxing!”
“Overall a wholesome game”
- grinding9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -22 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can be tedious and heavily reliant on ad-watching for progression, many appreciate the optional nature of ads that can expedite leveling up. Despite the grind, the game remains enjoyable due to its characters and story, though some feel that the event pacing is too fast and mini-games can be frustratingly slow to progress. Overall, it is seen as a cute and casual game with a reasonable farming system, albeit with significant ad-related grinding.
“Unlike other similar concept games, this one isn't tedious and adds are also optional.”
“The grinding in this game feels rewarding and engaging, making each session enjoyable.”
“I appreciate how the game balances grinding with meaningful progression, keeping me motivated.”
“Progression is extremely tedious without watching ads, but that's still entirely optional. However, it might give you an 'ad not finished playing' message and force you to watch another ad all over again.”
“There is a lot of game grinding with a lot of ad watching, but overall it's a very enjoyable app with the characters and stories included with them!”
“Always something to tap, but the mini-games are tedious to collect things from, as you have to watch ads to refill or wait ages for it to refill 15 taps.”
- character development7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its engaging and cute designs, which contribute to the overall charm and appeal. Players appreciate the variety of activities available, enhancing their connection to the characters and the game world. The combination of pleasant music and appealing graphics further enriches the experience, making it enjoyable and relaxing.
“It's always hard to find a game that stays engaging after a while, but in this game, there's always so much to do, and the character designs in this art style are all just so cute!”
“Game offers a lot to do and is really engaging, with pleasant and relaxing music, an adequate amount of ads, nice graphics, and even some character development.”
“So far a really good game; the character designs are really cute, and I like the use of the board to get inspiration for the rooms.”
“The character designs are a little bit odd but still rather cute!”
“It's always hard to find a game that stays engaging after a while, but in this game, there's always so much to do and the character designs in this kind of art style are all just so cute!”
“I love the character design and each section of the hotel.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a blend of cuteness and intensity, with players appreciating its relaxing and fun environment. The adorable characters contribute to a sweet ambiance, while others highlight the game's cool and immersive qualities. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience.
“The characters are adorable, the whole atmosphere is just cute and sweet!”
“Overall, I enjoy playing the game; the atmosphere is relaxing and fun.”
“This game is so awesome, the atmosphere is really intense!”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while it features extensive customization options and runs smoothly on higher-end devices, users have reported performance issues, particularly on lower-spec phones. Additionally, the necessity to watch ads for progression can detract from the experience, and players desire options for lower graphic settings to improve performance on devices with limited RAM. Overall, while enjoyable, many hope for further optimization to enhance gameplay.
“But it will be perfect if you add a low graphic setting to make it run smoothly on a 2GB RAM phone.”
“Although I like the game, I wish it was more optimized.”
“Recently, I'm noticing performance issues.”
“Will install again once they optimize its battery intake.”
“If you want to progress at a reasonable rate, you will have to watch lots of ads; if you choose not to, they're not forced down your throat.”