Simon’s Cat Crunch Time
- June 27, 2017
- Tactile Games Limited
"Simon's Cat Crunch Time" is a cute and funny puzzle game featuring Simon's Cat in a treat-matching adventure. With beautiful visuals and music, the game provides an engaging experience. However, players may encounter bugs and frequent ads which can be annoying. Match treats and progress through levels to help Simon's Cat in this adorable puzzle adventure.
Reviews
- graphics484 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness, vibrancy, and creativity, with many users highlighting the charming art style and smooth animations. Players appreciate the colorful visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, making it both entertaining and visually appealing. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
“The graphics are bright, identifiable, and fun.”
“The graphics are fantastic and hysterical to watch.”
“I love the graphics...artwork.”
“It doesn't allow gameplay while leaf graphics are moving, and honestly, it's just frustrating to not be able to highlight pieces while that's happening.”
“This game could really use some sort of refresh - even the graphics repeat as you get to higher levels.”
“The only thing that I don't love is how long it takes to run through the 'hot streak' graphics, etc.”
- monetization368 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly after levels. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the ability to play without feeling pressured to make in-app purchases, others find the ads disruptive and misleading, leading to a negative impact on gameplay. Overall, the balance between ad presence and user experience remains a contentious issue, with calls for a paid version to eliminate ads entirely.
“No ads!!!!”
“Love it and the gameplay is great because the game isn't rigged against you to force you to use in-app purchases to get to the next level.”
“The in-app purchases part of the game is also not pushed too much, which is nice.”
“The sheer amount of ads discourages me from even wanting to play.”
“The game is cute and fun, but there are just way too many ads per gameplay.”
“It's a shame that this cash grab has the Simon's Cat IP tied to it.”
- humor277 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the adorable and hilarious animations, particularly of the cats and other characters. Many reviews mention that the game's visuals and sound effects contribute to its comedic charm, making it a fun and entertaining experience that keeps players engaged and laughing. Overall, the combination of cute graphics and funny scenarios creates a delightful atmosphere that appeals to both cat lovers and casual gamers alike.
“The characters are so cute and funny that I keep coming back!”
“The animations are hilarious & so cute!”
“This game is hilarious and so much fun!”
- stability61 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 84 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, particularly during or after ads, which disrupts gameplay and requires restarting the app. While some players have experienced smooth performance without glitches, the overwhelming feedback highlights that the game is often buggy and unstable, especially after updates or on certain devices. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability issues detract from the overall experience.
“No glitches in this game at all; I could spend hours playing this very fun game!”
“Over more than a year, I've had no glitches with this game, just hours of entertainment!”
“I love how the game looks and it runs great.”
“My screen freezes and I have to close the game and go back in.”
“Overall fun app, but the fact that it freezes and has to be restarted after about every third game is really annoying.”
“It's a great game until it freezes up and you can no longer play for at least a day.”
- gameplay58 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is characterized as cute, engaging, and simple, often compared to other match-3 games, with many players appreciating its charming graphics and animations. However, some users noted issues with mechanics being subpar or random, leading to frustration, especially at higher levels. While the game is generally seen as a fun time-waster with a variety of mini-games, there are concerns about misleading advertising and occasional gameplay inconsistencies.
“The attention to detail is super great and the gameplay is so smooth!!”
“Engaging pick up and play title with intuitive gameplay that is very nicely balanced.”
“Gameplay is fun yet challenging; an enjoyable and relaxing diversion.”
“The mechanics just seem to be off and subpar.”
“Graphics are beautiful and funny, but the gameplay is just random, gets boring and sometimes frustrating too quickly.”
“The advert was misleading, the ad made it seem like a spot the difference game; however, in reality, the gameplay is just another Candy Crush type game.”
- music45 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being fun, catchy, and enhancing the overall experience, with many players finding it enjoyable and mood-boosting. However, some users express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt their music playback, as well as issues with the game's audio settings, which can lead to unexpected loud sounds. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's charm, the ad interruptions and technical glitches detract from the experience for some players.
“I love the colors, the sound effects, and the music :) it should be a little more challenging though.”
“I am so enthralled by the game's appearance and background music, I can't believe it wasn't destined before that I found the perfect game.”
“The animation is adorable, the game is great fun, the sound effects are just priceless, and the music makes me downright happy.”
“The worst part is that they start playing music while I'm trying to relax and play a game, and the ads are timed now so that the back button doesn't work for a few seconds!”
“What I don't expect while I'm playing a game and listening to music is to suddenly have my eardrums blasted by, for want of a better word, music from some game you think I might be the faintest bit interested in, and my music stopped completely.”
“Ever since the last update, there's some weird music that plays in the background and I can't get it to turn off.”
- story18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its originality and charm, with many users appreciating the cute animations and engaging characters that create a whimsical, storybook-like experience. While some players desire a tutorial to better understand the narrative, the abundance of side quests and contests enhances their connection to the storyline, making it both fun and entertaining. Overall, the graphics and storyline are highlighted as standout features that contribute to the game's appeal.
“Great story, awesome graphics, and reasonable difficulty.”
“Great storyline and adorable characters.”
“It would be nice if there was a quick tutorial in the beginning and perhaps a storyline.”
“So many of these games have the same general storyline, but this one is original.”
“I love the game and the story behind it!”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating and tedious, particularly in advanced levels where progress becomes slow and difficult, often leading to the temptation of in-game purchases. The initial enjoyment diminishes due to lengthy loading times and excessive ads, making the overall experience less enjoyable and prompting some users to uninstall the game.
“One of those games that make advanced levels unfun and tedious, but constantly shove offers onto the screen on how one could solve it by spending actual money.”
“Cute and fun for the first 8 levels--and then the game loads at a grindingly slow speed...20-60 seconds between screens.”
“Makes levels too hard, tedious, and almost impossible to progress.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is mixed, with some users experiencing performance issues that worsen with updates, while others report a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience without any stuttering. Overall, opinions vary significantly among players.
“No stuttering, smooth play, no problems yet.”
“Love it, easy to play and runs smoothly.”
“The game gets updated and the performance gets worse.”
“Performance issues.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is heavily influenced by a beloved YouTube animation series, creating a charming and engaging environment that enhances the gameplay experience. Players find that this immersive atmosphere contributes positively to their enjoyment, helping to maintain a sense of sanity during play.
“A classic match-3 game with a rich atmosphere inspired by a popular and charming YouTube animation series.”
“The atmosphere helps you maintain your sanity while playing. 😀”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is praised for its appealing design, contributing positively to the overall game experience. However, there is no specific mention of depth or progression in character arcs.
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability due to its cute and challenging levels that strike a balance between difficulty and enjoyment. The inclusion of numerous free boosts and small rewards further enhances the incentive to replay levels.
“The levels are cute and challenging, but not too hard, making them highly replayable with plenty of free boosts and little prizes.”
“Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, ensuring that I always want to come back for more.”
“The variety of levels and the ability to earn rewards keep the game fresh and engaging, making replayability a key feature.”
“The game has cute and challenging levels, but I found the replayability lacking after a few plays.”
“While the levels are enjoyable, I don't feel motivated to replay them once I've completed the game.”
“The game offers some free boosts and little prizes, but it doesn't provide enough incentive for replaying.”