Samurai Flash

"Samurai Flash" is a single-player action game with good gameplay and humorous elements, but is hindered by excessive advertisements and numerous bugs. The unique mechanic of "Time moves when you move" adds an interesting twist to the fast-paced combat. Despite its flaws, the game offers good graphics and can be entertaining for those who don't mind the occasional glitch.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,837 reviews

graphics25 positive mentions

monetization271 negative mentions

The game is fun and serves as a great time-waster without needing an internet connection.
The graphics are nice, and the controls are simple, making it easy to play.
The concept of stopping time when you stop moving adds a unique twist to the gameplay.

The game is plagued by frequent ads and crashes, especially after watching an ad.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with unlocking outfits and lag when slicing objects.
The gameplay becomes repetitive after a while, with levels looping and lacking challenge.

monetization
291 mentions
6 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, which often interrupt gameplay and diminish the overall experience. While some players noted that turning off Wi-Fi can mitigate the ad issue, others reported that even after purchasing ad removal options, they continued to encounter ads. Overall, the game's reliance on ads has led to a perception of it being more of an advertisement platform than a genuine gaming experience.
- “It also has no ads that it forces you to watch.”
- “This game is cool because it has nice graphics and no ads!!!!!!!!!!”
- “There is no ads and this is a really good game everything works too!”
- “This is not a game, it's an advertisement app posing as a game.”
- “Absolutely horrific, all this game is is ads, ads, and more ads. As soon as you finish a level, you get two optional ads, then after the first four levels, you have to watch an ad anyway. Do not get this garbage.”
- “I spent more time watching ads rather than playing the game. Plus, the game lags way too much; I am deleting this waste of RAM.”
graphics
45 mentions
56 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "nice" and "amazing," while others criticize them as "terrible" and "low quality." Many users express a desire for improvements, citing issues like lag, glitches, and unrealistic visuals that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the graphics enjoyable, a significant number feel they need substantial enhancement to match the gameplay quality.
- “The graphics are very good and no internet required.”
- “I love this game; it is the best. I love the graphics, characters, and the maps.”
- “Amazing graphics; it is really good.”
- “The graphics don't even say so, it's so bad.”
- “This is the worst game ever; the graphics are just so bad and when you pass through the grass, my phone will automatically restart.”
- “It is a very bad game; please don't waste your time. I have given only one star; the graphics are too bad.”
stability
30 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, lag, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While players enjoy the overall fun and engaging nature of the game, the persistent freezing and malfunctioning controls detract from the experience, leading to frustration. Many reviewers urge developers to address these stability problems to enhance playability.
- “Okey, so to start off, yes this game is fun and easy + a great way to kill some time, but what I hate about it is that the game is so damn laggy. If you slice the grass pieces, the game freezes, and when it works again, you'll probably be falling down and dying.”
- “Really fun game, but now suddenly whenever I try to open my base or build, the game freezes and I have to close and open it again.”
- “I really like this game, but they have too many malfunctions and glitches that make the game crash.”
music
23 mentions
17 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The reviews consistently highlight a significant absence of music and sound effects in the game, which many players feel detracts from the overall experience. Despite enjoying the gameplay mechanics, users express frustration over the silence, calling for the addition of background music and audio elements to enhance engagement and enjoyment. Overall, the lack of audio is seen as a major flaw that impacts the game's appeal.
- “I played offline so it's really fun, but please add some good background music. Surely the money from random ads and other sources can be used to add some good theme music.”
- “Great game, but the reason why it's 2 stars and not 5 is because there is no sound. A game isn't complete without sound; it's the only thing missing. Sound and maybe some background music, but otherwise this game is perfect.”
- “I really like the game, but the levels loop and where the heck is the background music? I need music.”
- “No sound effects, no music, no voice acting, just silence.”
- “Game is low effort because it has no sound effects and music, making it a boring game.”
- “Why the hell does every game like this shown in the ads have no sound effects or music at all? It feels really nerve-wracking.”
humor
19 mentions
95 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both fun and hilarious, particularly during moments of unexpected character interactions and deaths. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements, such as the absurdity of gameplay mechanics and the amusing visuals, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience. Despite some critiques regarding difficulty, the game's humor remains a standout feature that keeps players engaged and laughing.
- “I love it like it's kinda 3D and I love 3D things, and I like this because it's funny when you chop the red guys; sometimes their heads come off even when you don't hit their heads.”
- “It's a very funny game when I die.”
- “This game is so funny 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂😂😂😂🤣😂😂😂🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣”
gameplay
17 mentions
59 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as a mix of fun and frustration, with many users enjoying the mechanics but being deterred by frequent ads and lag issues. While some find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking variety, with comparisons to other games like Superhot. Overall, the experience is seen as decent but marred by technical problems and excessive advertising.
- “It feels good to literally feel like a samurai and the graphics are not bad, but the gameplay is awesome. The whole game is awesome; the gameplay is so much fun experiencing it.”
- “Gameplay got really addicting really fast, but they need to keep it fresh.”
- “This game is very fun, not too many ads, and has very fun gameplay.”
- “Careful though, there are 5-second ads every 30 seconds of gameplay!”
- “The quality is okay, but the gameplay is boring as it's all white with no interesting backgrounds. Plus, when I'm connecting to the internet, I experience frames and lag, and even when I'm not connected, I still get the same issues, which makes no sense.”
- “The movement system is a rip-off of Superhot, and all of the skins are from famous game companies and games. You have Pikachu from Pokémon and a whole lot of Marvel characters, etc. It's just a trash mashup with horrible gameplay.”
story
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The story in the game is considered lackluster and inconsistent, with some players noting its attempts at narrative feel forced and filled with odd references. While there are calls for more engaging missions and side stories, the overall impression is that the story does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Superhot has a story, and this kind of tries to have a story.”
- “Demeter lol that's cool in the story, okay to see me back like you.”
- “Melee enemies are a joke; they can't kill you no matter what. Your actual villains are ranged, and the story (oh, and let me remind you: there's a story) is iffy at best. Plus, there is a weird amount of references, but characters who are notorious for stopping time (the main ability your character has) have close to none (example: Dio or Jotaro from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure) would be a great fit... overall 6/10.”
optimization
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is mixed, with some users noting it requires significant improvements, while others praise its superb performance. Overall, there seems to be a divide in user experiences regarding the game's optimization.
- “Superb performance.”
- “Needs optimization.”
- “Unoptimized game.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the character development has potential, it is often criticized for being lazy in design, suggesting a lack of depth and originality in the characters.