Screw Ocean: Bolt Match Escape

About

"Screw Ocean: Bolt Match Escape" is a single-player puzzle game with good graphics that transports players to a relaxing underwater world. The objective is to match pearls and solve brain-teasing adventures while escaping various levels. However, the game is filled with frequent and excessive advertisements. Discover a soothing marine environment while testing your cognitive skills in this fish-themed match puzzle game.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

Screw Ocean: Bolt Match Escape screenshot

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 403 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization35 negative mentions

The game features cute and colorful graphics that are visually appealing.
It offers a fun and relaxing gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
The game is addictive and provides a unique twist on the standard 'unscrew' mechanics.

The game is heavily reliant on ads, often requiring players to watch multiple ads to progress, which can be frustrating.
Many levels become nearly impossible without using power-ups or watching ads, leading to a sense of unfairness.
There are frequent crashes and freezing issues, particularly related to ad playback, which disrupts the gaming experience.

monetization
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, with players frequently encountering forced advertisements that can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration. While some users appreciate the option to watch short ads for bonuses, many feel that the frequency and length of ads—often exceeding the time spent playing—detract from the overall enjoyment and can even cause crashes. Overall, the game's reliance on ads for progression has led to mixed feelings, with some players finding it enjoyable despite the interruptions, while others view it as overly aggressive monetization.
- “Relaxing with cute, colorful graphics and no ads so far... hope it stays that way.”
- “I understand that developers make their money from ads, but ads that take longer than the game are ridiculous and make the game frustrating rather than relaxing.”
- “This would be an enjoyable game if you weren't forced to watch ads to complete puzzles.”
- “Cute premise, but the execution sucks due to forcing you to watch ads or spend money to beat really early levels.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
40%
13%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their colorful and adorable design, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the unique and cute cartoon characters, although some note that the vibrant colors can occasionally make it difficult to distinguish between them. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “Very colorful graphics, easy and relaxing game.”
- “The graphics are really cute and it delivers what it promises.... great job!”
- “Relaxing with cute colorful graphics and no ads so far...hope it stays that way.”
- “The graphics make it hard to distinguish the colors at times.”
- “Great and fun, unique cause all the screw games are similar graphic and gameplay.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay is praised for its beautiful ocean theme and impressive graphics, offering an easy experience for players. However, some users note that the color choices may not be accessible for those with disabilities, as the colors are too similar.
- “Awesome graphics, easy gameplay.”
- “So screws that look like pearls with similar mechanics and a gorgeous ocean theme, you guys rock!”
- “The color scheme is too similar, making it difficult for players with visual impairments to distinguish between elements.”
- “The gameplay mechanics feel repetitive and lack variety, leading to a monotonous experience.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, which can be frustrating during critical moments in the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-received, with users appreciating the pleasant background tunes that complement the vibrant visuals.
- “The colors are bright, and the background music is nice as well.”
- “I like the background music you play.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
While the game is engaging and enjoyable, users report occasional freezing and lengthy ads that can lead to frustration and potential uninstallation. However, there are no significant glitches noted in gameplay.
- “No glitches in the game as of yet.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance throughout my playtime.”
- “The game is good and addicting, but sometimes it freezes and has long ads, which makes it very annoying. That's mostly the reason I will uninstall the app and look for something better.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to be genuinely funny, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- “I love the game; it's hilarious!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing.”
- “I can't get enough of the witty dialogue and funny scenarios!”