Scribble It!
- October 20, 2020
- Detach Entertainment
- 38h median play time
"Scribble It!" is a word-based game where players can explore countless words through community-created packs, with intuitive controls and advanced tools for creating masterpieces. The Twitch.tv integration also allows for interaction with viewers through word choices and solutions, as praised by popular streamer CouRage.
Reviews
- Fun and entertaining game to play with friends, especially during a leisure time.
- Offers a variety of game modes and customization options, enhancing replayability.
- Great for casual play and laughter, with many community-created word packs available.
- Frequent disconnections and server issues make it frustrating to play.
- Many features are locked behind a paywall, limiting the experience for free players.
- The community can be toxic, with inappropriate drawings and language often present.
- humor138 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players finding it extremely funny, especially when played with friends. Many reviews highlight the hilarity that arises from poor drawing skills and the absurdity of the guesses, creating a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere. Overall, the game is described as a great source of laughter and fun, making it a recommended choice for social play.
“Feels like Pictionary and Draw Something had a charming, hilarious lovechild.”
“A certifiable good time, fun drawing and guessing and laughing at how poor my renditions of what my mental images are.”
“Super funny game to play with your friends, I couldn't stop laughing during the games I've played.”
“This game is repetitive and unfunny.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced throughout.”
“I expected more laughs, but the jokes just don't land.”
- graphics43 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple yet charming, enhancing the overall experience without being overly complex. While some players appreciate the art style and the creativity it allows, others express disappointment due to limited support for graphics tablets and issues with compatibility on certain hardware. Overall, the focus seems to be more on the collaborative and creative aspects rather than high-end graphics.
“While its graphics are simple, it enhances the game's charm.”
“Absolutely riveting gameplay, graphics couldn't be better, and I love the creativity side.”
“Really nice art style, I love the look and the feel of the game.”
“1/10... I was about to make it a 2/10, but the art style was actually more basic than I had first thought it was.”
“A drawing game that doesn't support graphics tablets is not worth the time.”
“I wanted to play with my friend, her computer graphics card couldn't even open this drawing game.”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and creativity, making it enjoyable for those who love drawing. However, some users find the mechanics repetitive and lacking depth, especially when played solo. Overall, while the gameplay is fun and easy to learn, it may not offer enough variety to keep players engaged long-term.
“Fantastic gameplay for those who love to draw!”
“Absolutely riveting gameplay, graphics couldn't be better, and I love the creativity side.”
“Gameplay is simple but fun, easy to learn, hard to master.”
“Overall, the gameplay mechanics are repetitive, and without the company of friends, the game feels lifeless.”
“The mechanics were basic, yet behind other games of similar play; which I was hopeful for at first.”
“Without the extra DLC words, you will encounter duplicate words within your first couple of hours of gameplay.”
- story28 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with many users stating that there is little to no narrative content, often comparing it to gameplay-focused titles like "Temple Run." However, some players highlight the presence of deep lore and an enjoyable story, suggesting that while the main focus is on gameplay, there are elements of storytelling that can enhance the experience. Overall, the consensus leans towards the game lacking a substantial story.
“The deep lore hidden in this game is so exciting; the story was exceptionally enjoyable, and there wasn't one minute I didn't enjoy this action-adventure thriller.”
“Epic story.”
“Like playing 'Temple Runners' for the story.”
“This game has no story.”
“There is a story, but most of the game is focused on gameplay.”
“Well, it doesn't have a story or campaign, so what do you expect?”
- music24 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and melodious soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, some players find it repetitive or annoying over time, particularly after recent updates that changed the music style. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, there are notable criticisms regarding its longevity and variety.
“Melodious soundtrack.”
“The music is cute.”
“Music/sound effects & design are nice though.”
“The music makes me want to kill myself :(”
“Music is annoying.”
“Used to be one of my favorite games, then they switched the color wheel to just a palette so I can't use any color. They also added a profanity filter, which is whack. It's no longer the relaxing guitar music; they added another soundtrack that is like circus theme garbage.”
- stability19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- -11 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game is widely reported to be highly unstable, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay, especially in crowded lobbies. Users have experienced frequent freezes, unresponsive controls, and issues with lobby settings, although many still find the game enjoyable despite these problems. Overall, while there are some improvements noted, the stability remains a significant concern for players.
“Great game, 100% no glitches.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I haven't experienced any bugs or issues during my playthrough.”
“It's a little buggy when you're running a lobby full of people, and doesn't accept changes to lobby settings well between matches, but the game is so dang fun I don't even care too much.”
“Super buggy, especially if you want to play with friends.”
“The game is still buggy as hell, none of the important things seem to have been fixed, even though they added a very clunky feature for bug reporting.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
While some users highlight the game as "infinitely replayable," others feel it lacks depth and replayability compared to other party games, suggesting a mixed reception regarding its long-term engagement.
“☑️ infinitely replayable”
“🔲 infinitely replayable”
“☑️ infinitely replayable”
“However, it falls short in offering depth and replayability compared to other party games.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring a significant time investment that feels overwhelming. Many describe it as a long and repetitive process, with some noting that it can be somewhat manageable at times, but overall, it leans heavily towards being grindy.
“A bit grindy... sometimes.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“One long, tedious grind.”
“A bit grindy sometimes.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by poignant moments that evoke strong feelings, such as the realization of familial stakes, and the overall wholesome nature of the community, which fosters connections that can lead to tears of joy or nostalgia. Players recommend it for its ability to create heartfelt experiences and a supportive environment.
“One day while my grandpa was smoking outside, my mom said, 'You're going to have to stop if you want to see your kids graduate.' Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what was at stake.”
“I hate seeing what my friends made; it makes me want to cry.”
“Randoms are mostly great and the community is wholesome.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting improvements that allow it to run on lower-end hardware, while others report persistent performance issues, including low frame rates and frequent crashes, indicating that overall optimization remains a significant concern.
“They fixed the performance issues; now my 4GB RAM laptop can handle this game. Jesus Christ!”
“Terrible optimization and low FPS make the game unplayable.”
“Crashes every 12 seconds; horridly optimized somehow???”
“This shouldn't be the case since the game is not so intensive, and I think it's just really badly optimized.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a fast-paced environment, enhanced by quick round transitions and time constraints, which create an engaging and dynamic experience for players.
“The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“At the same time, fast round transitions and limited time add a fast-paced atmosphere to the game.”
“The combination of gameplay, atmosphere, and graphics creates a captivating experience.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth or immersion.”
“Despite the fast-paced gameplay, the overall atmosphere fails to engage or captivate the player.”
“The graphics are decent, but they do little to enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that the game's monetization strategy may benefit from increased advertising to enhance revenue generation.