Screw Pin Jam Puzzle
- April 30, 2024
- Wonder Group
- 2h median play time
Get on Play Store"Screw Pin Jam Puzzle is a single-player puzzle game that offers splendid game mechanics, showcasing its creativity and strategic gameplay. However, the experience is marred by annoying ads and numerous bugs that can affect gameplay. Despite these flaws, it strives to be an incredibly creative and engaging puzzle game."
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game is fun and challenging, keeping players engaged.
- The concept of the game is interesting and has potential.
- The graphics and gameplay mechanics are well-designed.
- The game is heavily ad-driven, making it difficult to progress without watching multiple ads.
- Many levels are impossible to complete without purchasing power-ups or watching ads.
- In-app purchases often do not deliver the promised items, leading to frustration.
- monetization1,390 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads required to progress through levels. Players report that most levels are nearly impossible to complete without watching multiple lengthy ads or making in-app purchases, leading to a gameplay experience dominated by ad interruptions. Even those who paid for an ad-free version still encounter ads for essential features, resulting in a perception of the game as a cash grab rather than a fair gaming experience.
“I paid for no ads, but there are still ads.”
“Paid for no ads...still getting ads.”
“Paid for no ads and still have to watch ads.”
“Most levels are impossible to complete without watching ads for power-ups or additional boxes.”
“The creator clearly only was thinking of money and the best way to get it, which sadly is most mobile ads nowadays.”
“The game has literally designed levels that cannot be completed without watching multiple ads.”
- gameplay39 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and engaging, featuring good mechanics and animations. However, a significant number of users express frustration over the excessive ads that disrupt the experience, making it difficult to progress without watching them or paying for ad removal. Many feel that the game is designed to force players into watching ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and leads to a misleading representation of the gameplay compared to what is shown in advertisements.
“I really like the concept and mechanics of this game.”
“This is a decently fun game; its gameplay loop is plenty to keep just about anyone's attention.”
“Addicting, good animations and gameplay.”
“I desperately wish I could give this 5 stars for the concept and gameplay execution, but the ad wall makes it 1 generous.”
“Unplayable without paying, excessive ads, gameplay different than advertised.”
“Different gameplay from their Instagram ads, designed to be impossible and force you to watch ads in order to progress... misleading trash marketed as a strategy game.”
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous players reporting frequent glitches and freezes, particularly after reaching higher levels. Many users experience game crashes when attempting to watch ads for rewards, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the persistent bugs detract from the experience, prompting calls for urgent fixes.
“I loved playing this game until I got to about level 7; then there are so many glitches you can't play.”
“Got to level 103 and the game seems to have stopped working every time you try and watch an ad to restart the level or get a new box. It keeps saying that there are no ads available or that one specific ad freezes almost instantly, causing you to have to close down the game and reset it. I didn't have any problems with this until I reached level 99+, and then it seems like it's every level after that.”
“The game itself is buggy and frustrating.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and artistic design, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some users express dissatisfaction with recent updates that altered the graphics, leading to mixed feelings about the visual changes. Despite these concerns, many players find the graphics appealing and a strong aspect of the game's overall appeal.
“Interesting artwork though.”
“Good graphics, game is challenging.”
“Really addictive, great graphics and the different levels are really good.”
“I hate the new update; I dislike the new graphics, and now they are pretty much forcing you to watch several ads to even play.”
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its reliance on ads and payment for revives, which many players feel makes mission completion frustratingly difficult, particularly after level 12. While some find the gameplay enjoyable, the forced failures due to monetization tactics detract from the overall experience.
“You have to watch ads for revives, which would be okay except that finishing some missions seems impossible without at least one revive.”
“This game is a blast, but after level 12 you cannot complete the mission without paying.”
“Let you know after a couple of weeks if I still feel the same; unless something catastrophic happens, I don't see me changing my story.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits strong reactions, with some users expressing deep frustration towards the developers for perceived exploitation, while others find the game beneficial for mental health and emotional well-being, particularly for those facing mobility challenges. Overall, the emotional responses range from anger to appreciation, highlighting a divide in user experiences.
“Extremely interesting format, keeping me thinking great for your mental health and emotional well-being issues and mobility issues like me when sometimes I am housebound throughout the year.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players criticize the game for excessive and tedious grinding, primarily driven by constant ad interruptions that feel more like ad farming than genuine gameplay. Many express frustration over the lack of rewards promised in exchange for watching ads, leading to a negative overall experience.
“This game is nothing but ad farming.”
“Watch a tedious advert to gain extra rewards, but the game doesn't give you the extra rewards. Don't waste your time or money on this game; I couldn't give a lower rating.”
“Another fake game, nothing like the advertisement, pure ad farming.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the music feature, noting persistent issues with volume control that prevent them from muting the sound effectively. Many report that despite attempts to turn off music and sound effects, the audio remains loud, interfering with their ability to enjoy other media. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the user experience.
“You also have to reset your preferences for (no) sound/music every time you play.”
“I have it muted through the app, but it's still so loud that I can't listen to music or watch YouTube, which was kind of my reason for downloading.”
“You turn all the volume off for music and sound effects, and it still stays on.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it genuinely funny, others are frustrated by the excessive ads, which detracts from the overall comedic experience.
“Funny game”
“Funny game”
