Sling Kong
- August 6, 2015
- Protostar
- 2h median play time
Sling Kong is a fun and action-packed game with stellar gameplay, compelling graphics, and a catchy soundtrack, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. Players must sling, bounce, and swing their Kong to glory while navigating through traps and obstacles. The game's description promises a hilarious and challenging experience, making it a great choice for those seeking a lighthearted and engaging gaming experience.
Reviews
- monetization215 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is heavily reliant on ads, which many players find excessive and intrusive, often disrupting gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for in-game currency, they express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, as well as technical issues that prevent them from earning rewards. Overall, the game offers a mix of free-to-play elements with in-app purchases, but many players feel that the ad experience detracts from their enjoyment.
“No ads whatsoever, one of the best games I've played.”
“It's definitely a freemium game with multiple in-app purchases available.”
“Still, the game doesn't try and con you through microtransactions.”
“The only way to earn coins, in a way that allows you to do anything with them, is to watch ads and get lucky in the lucky spin and pinball minigame.”
“Flooded with ads, not how it used to be upon release.”
“I love this game and my original rating was 5 stars but these forced ads (they cannot be cancelled and hijack the game) are insidious.”
- humor124 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it extremely funny and entertaining. The characters, particularly the "kong" feature, are highlighted for their cuteness and comedic appeal, contributing to the game's addictive nature. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted and humorous elements that make the game enjoyable for all ages.
“I'm addicted to this game and the kongme feature is hilarious!”
“The game is so funny!”
“This game is highly entertaining, hilarious and a great time-passer!”
- graphics117 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of Sling Kong are widely praised for their vibrant, cute, and cartoony design, contributing to the game's overall charm and addictiveness. Many users appreciate the smooth performance and variety of characters, although some suggest that improvements could be made to enhance clarity and detail. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, making it visually appealing and enjoyable for players.
“The graphics and game design are amazing, and it's very simple and easy to play.”
“Exquisite and adorable graphics.”
“Beautifully designed, crisp, vibrant graphics and sound effects.”
“The graphics, well I have seen better but everything else was good.”
“I think that the graphics could improve... but other than that, the game had it all!”
“Great game overall, but I wish that this game had a little better graphics.”
- gameplay72 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, addictive, and engaging, with many players appreciating the variety of characters and mechanics. However, some users express frustration with repetitive elements, limited coin rewards during gameplay, and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience. While the graphics and controls receive praise, there are calls for improvements in gameplay variety and reward systems.
“The gameplay is actually really cool and the reason why I'll keep playing it.”
“The various gameplay options and prizes keep it exciting and make you want to come back to play every day.”
“The gameplay is fun, but my favorite part and what keeps me addicted is collecting all of the characters!”
“The collecting kong mechanic is so flawed.”
“The paltry Google Play achievements (which don't even work all the time) are not enough to put up with the meh gameplay and especially the unskippable garbage ads.”
“The lack of variety in gameplay is pretty lame but there's a charm to it when you look at it.”
- stability35 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and freezes that disrupt gameplay, particularly during startup and when interacting with ads. While some players have noted improvements and a lack of glitches after updates, others continue to experience significant issues that require restarting the app or even the device. Overall, while the game is praised for its addictive nature and graphics, stability remains a significant concern for many users.
“No glitches since the update.”
“It is very addictive, has great graphics, and no glitches whatsoever.”
“Cute characters, good graphics, almost no glitches, and an addicting game.”
“Fun game, constant freezes... have to close the game constantly.”
“Really nice game, but once in a while it glitches really bad and in order to get it back to normal, I have to restart my phone.”
“Every time I start up the game, a Google Play login freezes the screen (even though I'm logged in) and it happens approximately every 5 minutes during play.”
- music26 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience with its upbeat and fun tunes. However, some users have reported issues such as glitches affecting sound playback and the inability to turn off music or sounds in the settings. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, technical problems have detracted from the experience for some players.
“The music is awesome!!”
“The music and graphics are top-notch, and the character designs are just plain amazing!”
“Cute characters and cool music.”
“The game hasn't been updated in years and you can't turn off music or sounds from the settings.”
“Irritating music and bad control mechanism.”
“The bug is when I put music and sound on, the music and sounds are glitched; to explain the sound as much as I can, it is slower and everything sounds twice. Please fix it.”
- story14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more structured missions and challenges to enhance engagement. While the diverse characters and side missions are appreciated, users feel that a more developed narrative or story mode would significantly improve the overall experience. Overall, the game is fun and addictive, but players are calling for additional content to enrich the storyline.
“Love all the different characters and extra little side missions.”
“Well, this is the story about when I saw Sling Kong on my aunt's phone. When I was bored, I asked my aunt to let me play her phone, and when I saw Sling Kong, I was amazed. I loved it; I got all the animals; it's so cute.”
“It's an awesome game, but I think there should be a story to the game.”
“So addicting, but lacks missions... nowhere to go once you complete all the kongs.”
“It's a great concept and game; however, I feel that if there were challenges or missions to earn rewards, it would be one feature that would make the game more enjoyable.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, often requiring them to watch numerous ads to collect coins. While some enjoy the challenge of grinding for rewards, many express frustration with having to restart frequently, making the experience feel repetitive. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment of the game for some users.
“Otherwise you have to watch a dozen ads since coin collecting is painfully slow, meaning any failure to get the prize you want makes grinding a real pain.”
“Good game, but starting from the beginning every time becomes tedious.”
“Pretty good, though it can be a bit grindy.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional response to the game, with some finding it deeply moving and wholesome, while others experience frustration due to gameplay mechanics that disrupt their experience. Overall, the emotional impact varies, with moments of joy contrasted by challenges that can lead to disappointment.
“This app made me cry, please don't give it any download.”
“It's a very nice game, very wholesome and generally nice.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game receives mixed feedback regarding optimization; while some players praise its graphics and smooth performance, others report significant input lag and excessive grinding, indicating that optimization could be improved.
“I give this a five-star rating because of its graphics and performance.”
“Great game! They don't put a lot of ads, and it runs smoothly.”
“Poorly optimized, massive input lags, extreme grind required for every tiny thing.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the music and graphics receive high praise, the reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, focusing instead on the quality of character designs.
“The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“The choices you make really impact the characters' growth, adding a layer of complexity to the gameplay.”