Screw Puzzle: Wood Nut & Bolt

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Never bored, solve nuts & bolts conundrums in the mind blown wooden puzzle game!

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

Screw Puzzle: Wood Nut & Bolt screenshot

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,220 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

monetization223 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and challenging puzzle experience that keeps players engaged.
There are minimal forced ads, allowing for a more enjoyable gameplay experience compared to other similar games.
The game mechanics are well-designed, providing a good balance between difficulty and accessibility.

The game is heavily monetized, requiring players to watch numerous ads or pay to progress, which can be frustrating.
Recent updates have introduced lives and timers, limiting gameplay and making it less enjoyable for those who prefer a more relaxed experience.
Many players experience technical issues, such as freezing or crashing, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

monetization
231 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many users report that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing, and while some appreciate the absence of forced ads, the overall consensus is that the ad frequency is detrimental to the gaming experience. Additionally, players feel pressured to either watch ads for power-ups or pay real money to progress, leading to a perception of a "pay-to-win" model that detracts from enjoyment.
- “Paid for no ads.”
- “No ads and great for offline playing.”
- “Don't mind the ads but a few less would be nice.”
- “Around level 30, I was spending more time watching ads than playing.”
- “The number of ads in this game makes it unplayable.”
- “You are forced to see ads and you can't make progress without purchasing extras.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is a significant issue, with users frequently reporting freezes, particularly at critical moments or specific levels, such as level 65. Despite some improvements following updates, many players still experience persistent disconnections and freezing, hindering their ability to progress. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the stability problems are a major drawback that affects user ratings.
- “It freezes after every couple of levels and always when you're about to finish off a hard level.”
- “A good game, but it freezes at level 65 making it unplayable.”
- “This is a fun game and I like playing it, the only problem I have is that it freezes up after every other board, please fix it and my rating will go up to 5 stars.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay experience is heavily marred by an overwhelming presence of ads, with users reporting that only a small fraction of their time is spent actually playing the game. While some appreciate the basic mechanics and graphics, many express frustration over the intrusive ads and the frequent redirection to questionable websites, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes monetization over player experience.
- “Awesome relief, no forced ads so far, good mechanics and excellent graphics.”
- “Said it before, will say it again, Runaway seems like the one developer capable of seamless integration of advertising balanced with gameplay.”
- “Only 5% of the app is gameplay; the rest are 2-minute ads you can't skip.”
- “Love the basic gameplay but hate the sneaky and super annoying ways they try to sell you power-ups or make you watch ads.”
- “More ads than gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users noting a significant improvement and praising the visuals and music, while others feel the graphics appear overly simplified compared to promotional images. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good, though some players have experienced performance issues.
- “Excellent revamp on the graphics and music!”
- “Awesome relief, no forced ads so far, good mechanics, and excellent graphics.”
- “The visuals of the game have been 'candycrushified' and do not resemble the images shown in the app store.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from a modern game.”
- “The art style feels inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users overwhelmingly find the humor in the game to be highly effective and entertaining, with many describing it simply as "so funny." The comedic elements resonate well, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “It's so funny!”
- “Hilarious!”
- “The humor is spot on and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's optimization is lacking, often requiring them to close and restart the app to restore smooth performance.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received praise for its excellent revamp, enhancing the overall experience alongside improved graphics.
- “Excellent revamp on the graphics and music!”