Sliding Seas

About

"Sliding Seas" is a free, match-3 puzzle game where you are the mayor of your own tropical world. Decorate your island, collect VIP characters, and enjoy unique gameplay by matching and merging land to make islands. With over 1000 levels, daily missions, and weekly events, this relaxing and addictive game offers endless entertainment and supports offline play.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,602 reviews

graphics158 positive mentions

monetization603 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with cute graphics and a unique twist on the match-3 genre.
There are minimal ads, and they are only optional for extra rewards, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.
The levels are challenging but not impossible, providing a satisfying balance that keeps players engaged.

Some levels become frustratingly difficult, relying heavily on luck rather than skill, which can lead to a pay-to-win feeling.
The game lacks sufficient variety in gameplay modes, leading to repetitiveness after a while.
Players have reported issues with the game crashing or freezing, particularly after updates.

monetization
871 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
3%
69%
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its non-intrusive approach, with most ads being optional and only appearing when players choose to watch them for rewards like extra lives or in-game currency. Players appreciate the absence of forced ads, allowing for a more enjoyable gaming experience without constant interruptions or pressure to make in-app purchases. While there are some microtransactions available, they are not necessary for progression, making the game feel fair and user-friendly.
- “No ads unless you want them and the gems are easily attainable through playing the game.”
- “Love the mechanics and visual style, love that it's monetized via power-ups and not ads after every level.”
- “No ads unless you choose to watch them for prizes.”
- “However, since the Christmas update, the app likes to close itself when I try to watch ads, and I lost the chance to get 2x gems multiple times because of that.”
- “The game runs smoothly, and isn't riddled with ads.”
- “I love this game, but lately the ads take over, aren't closeable at all, and you need to close your game completely to get rid of them.”
graphics
252 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
35%
2%
The graphics of the game are consistently described as cute, simple, and appealing, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the clean and colorful art style, which enhances the overall charm of the game without being overwhelming. Overall, the visuals are praised for their ability to create a relaxing and fun atmosphere, making the game visually inviting and enjoyable to play.
- “The graphics are nice and simple, gameplay so straightforward yet totally engaging.”
- “The graphics are cute and colorful.”
- “Amazing graphics and cute concept.”
- “Graphics can be improved a bit to be made a bit more realistic.”
- “The graphics are cute but the gameplay is exceedingly repetitive.”
- “It's a fun game and different from other match-3 games, but the graphics and character design are not good.”
gameplay
194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
45%
2%
The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, combining match-3 and merge elements in a unique and addictive way. Players appreciate the simplicity and accessibility, along with the absence of intrusive ads, which enhances the overall experience. While some find certain mechanics confusing or frustrating, the majority enjoy the variety of levels and the cute graphics that accompany the gameplay.
- “The graphics are nice and simple, gameplay so straightforward yet totally engaging.”
- “Incredibly addictive gameplay, with lots of new modes to unlock.”
- “The gameplay is relaxing while still being entertaining.”
- “Timed lives is a horrible & predatory mechanic.”
- “It's a cute game, but the gameplay isn't well-designed and you just keep losing unless you use powerups.”
- “Another great idea ruined by too many mechanics, short levels, mtx, etc. follows the usual routine of hooking you in and gradually making it impossible without in-game currency and real currency.”
music
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
42%
2%
The music in the game is generally praised for its cheerful, catchy, and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, many users express a desire for more variety, noting that the limited number of tracks can become repetitive over time. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, players would appreciate additional tracks to maintain freshness.
- “The music is cheerful, the puzzles are fun, and the challenge level feels about right.”
- “The music is perfect for a laid-back island party too.”
- “Very enjoyable experience, it's fun figuring out the levels and the music is so uplifting.”
- “My only criticism is the music is short and looping, and I would love a night mode as I mainly play during the night.”
- “As cute as the music is, there's only ever two music tracks and they will get a little tiresome.”
- “Only complaint is the music is just generic and doesn't really fit the theme of the game.”
story
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and lighthearted, revolving around saving people from a sinking cruise ship and building a small island community. While players appreciate the cute graphics and engaging missions, many express a desire for more depth and variety in the storyline, as well as additional side missions. Overall, the narrative serves as a pleasant backdrop to the gameplay, though some find it repetitive and lacking in progression.
- “A fun and cute take on both the 'match 3' and the 'merge numbers' styles of games, perfectly blended and wrapped up in a simple story about saving people from a sinking cruise ship and building a small island community.”
- “Village building story with match-3 games, introducing new elements as the level progresses such as valuables hidden in crates, rotating maps, etc. Overall pretty cute and chill.”
- “The cherry on top for me is the story embedded within this limited world.”
- “There's a little storyline, but not too much that takes away from puzzle time.”
- “Fun game to play but gets very repetitive with no real feeling of progression, need serious updates to stage design and to 'story' but if you want something to kill time this is it.”
- “Boooring... it's another candy crush with a little bit of story to it.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding the sound effects, graphics, and character interactions to be amusing and charming. Many enjoy the lighthearted nature of the gameplay, including the quirky in-game currency and the humorous dialogues among characters. Overall, the game is described as a fun and funny experience, perfect for casual play.
- “I do think it's hilarious that after reaching a certain quota the level ends and you leave the remaining survivors wherever they happen to be.”
- “Cute and humorous graphics (if you watch the islanders closely, you'll catch some funny convos).”
- “Quick to learn, funny to play, tricky to master.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
Overall, the stability of the game is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with no glitches or issues, others encounter freezing and bugs, particularly after reaching certain levels. The presence of occasional glitches and the need for fixes have been noted, but many users appreciate the minimal ads and enjoyable gameplay.
- “The whole performance is good with no glitches, and the graphics and sounds are amazing too.”
- “No glitches or issues.”
- “Not buggy.”
- “The game starts out fun, but after 100 levels, the game freezes, making it aggravating. The shutdowns and the excessive diamonds for power-ups are frustrating; as soon as you buy them, they're all gone in one board. This game needs a lot of fixing.”
- “There are some glitches on certain levels when they refer to luggages as survivors.”
- “Buggy.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, particularly due to slow animations and the necessity to complete numerous turns. Many suggest that the game would benefit from more variety in events and levels, as well as options to bypass particularly frustrating sections. Overall, while the game starts off engaging, it quickly becomes monotonous.
- “But you have to tediously finish all remaining turns and play through to the end.”
- “A bonus weekend game that's been added is passable, but the also added tourist capture while you await new levels is ultimately tedious, repetitive, and a little frustrating.”
- “Started out interesting but gets tedious quickly.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its cute and quirky graphics, which contribute to a wholesome and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the balance of simplicity and challenge, making it both engaging and heartwarming throughout. Overall, the game evokes a strong sense of positivity and charm.
- “Plus it's cute, quirky, and wholesome!”
- “Surprisingly challenging at times without feeling impossible, with a wholesome theme to boot.”
- “Cute graphics, simple idea, really wholesome, enjoyable format and the complexity keeps it fresh in later levels.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance, impressive graphics, and minimal battery usage. Users appreciate the lack of intrusive ads, which can be opted into for rewards, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
- “The game runs smoothly and isn't riddled with ads.”
- “This game is super cute, challenging, and addictive. It runs smoothly on my phone, doesn't use much battery, and the ads are something you can watch if you want for extra diamonds.”
- “The whole performance is good with no glitches, and the graphics and sounds are amazing too.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a mix of opinions on replayability; while some players appreciate its cartoonish graphics and find it highly replayable, others feel it lacks significant replay value.
- “The very cartoony graphics and a lot of replayability make this game worthwhile!”
- “No real replay value.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by great music, creating a relaxing environment that is ideal for players seeking a mindless escape.
- “The music is great, and the atmosphere helps me relax when I'm looking for something mindless to do.”