Slitherlink

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Slitherlink is a single player casual puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Slitherlink is a single-player puzzle game that challenges players to find a hidden closed loop by following numeric clues on a grid. Its engaging mechanics require logical deduction and careful planning to connect dots without crossing lines. With its clear objectives and rewarding gameplay, Slitherlink offers a satisfying brain-teasing experience.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 612 reviews

monetization39 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game offers a variety of puzzle types and difficulty levels, providing endless replayability and challenge.
It has a clean interface with no ads, allowing for an uninterrupted gaming experience.
Players appreciate the logical nature of the puzzles, which require critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Many users find the controls frustrating, particularly the need to tap multiple times to draw lines, which can slow down gameplay.
Some puzzles are reported to be unsolvable or have multiple solutions, leading to confusion and frustration.
The game lacks a hint system or a way to check for mistakes, making it difficult for players to progress when they get stuck.

monetization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
42%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised for its absence of ads and intrusive microtransactions, offering a clean and uninterrupted gameplay experience. Players appreciate the option to make one-time purchases for additional levels, which enhances the game's value without the annoyance of constant ads. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing alternative in a market often plagued by aggressive monetization strategies.
- “So much fun with no ads or microtransactions.”
- “Unique and challenging, addictive, on-time pay model for all packs and no ads which is awesome.”
- “No ads, no in-app purchases.”
- “Encountered too many ads.”
- “I even received ads while I was trying to solve a puzzle and had to wait 10 seconds before I could get back to the puzzle.”
- “The advertisement banner sometimes gets in the way of the puzzle, especially when you're doing the top left corner, which is quite annoying.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
9%
18%
The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, smooth controls, and clean graphics, making it a satisfying experience overall. Players appreciate the absence of ads and manipulative elements, although some have noted issues with tap responsiveness and level restrictions. The unique and challenging nature of the puzzles, reminiscent of Sudoku, adds to the game's appeal.
- “Absolutely fantastic; well designed app, engaging gameplay - even has a dark theme!”
- “It's easy to glide around and zoom in and out on bigger puzzles, the colors in dark mode are lovely, and my brain just really really loves this mechanic.”
- “Really clean graphics and control, smooth gameplay and challenging levels combined into a nice puzzle game.”
- “Good concept, but the gameplay is bad.”
- “I love the gameplay to death, but I have some suggestions for other parts of it.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
24%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for being clean, aesthetically pleasing, and well-suited for a casual yet challenging puzzle experience. Users appreciate the balance between simplicity and visual appeal, although some have noted that the graphics can be small and suggest higher frame rates for smoother gameplay. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's functionality and enjoyment.
- “I've had this game for years across many phones and I really enjoy it, nice casual yet challenging game with none of the too flashy graphics or exploitative microtransactions.”
- “Really clean graphics and control, smooth gameplay and challenging levels combined into a nice puzzle game.”
- “Aesthetically pleasing and lots of nice ideas.”
- “Weird, but the graphics are too small.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
Players consistently highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting its depth and variety in grid types, sizes, and difficulties that keep the experience fresh even after years of play. The absence of ads further enhances its appeal, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay and continuous learning of new strategies. Overall, the game offers endless replay value that encourages long-term engagement.
- “Played for 4-5 years now, incredible replay value and depth.”
- “The replayability is endless, and I'm still learning new 'rules'.”
- “Variable size, difficulty, and shape give this game great replay value.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often leading to frustration when mistakes occur, as undoing moves can be cumbersome. While the puzzles themselves are enjoyable, the lack of features to streamline gameplay contributes to a sense of unnecessary repetition and extended playtime. Overall, the experience can feel more laborious than engaging, detracting from the fun of solving the puzzles.
- “The puzzles themselves are fun, but the app lacks many features that would make solving them less tedious.”
- “They're just a tedious game forcing you to make unnecessary big loops that take longer time than completing the main problem itself.”
- “Therefore, a lot of time is spent undoing moves, which makes the game a little tedious.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing reactions of players who fail to grasp its logic, leading to comical reviews that express frustration and disbelief. This aspect adds a layer of entertainment, as the disconnect between player expectations and the game's design creates humorous situations.
- “It's hilarious to see poor reviews from people who just don't understand the logic and claim it's impossible.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and witty dialogue that keeps you laughing.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create laugh-out-loud moments that catch you off guard.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its solid optimization, featuring intuitive controls and good performance without any ads. Players report no performance issues, although some optional levels require a purchase.
- “Have been playing this game for what must be at least a year. It's a very fun mindless puzzle game on easier levels, and harder levels are actually quite difficult. No ads, very intuitive controls, good performance, and I only today learned that you need to purchase some of the optional later levels in the non-hexagon game boards for only $3.”
- “The app works well; I've never had any issues with performance in any way.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some have encountered no glitches, others have experienced game crashes and random stoppages, indicating inconsistent performance.
- “No glitches so far.”
- “Exact same concept as the game 'Loopy' on Simon Tatham's puzzles; the game glitches and randomly stops from time to time.”