Smash Hit
- February 28, 2014
- Mediocre
- 4h median play time
Smash Hit is a unique gaming experience, combining elements of an endless-runner and rail shooting game. Players launch balls to break glass obstacles in their path, in both single-player and multi-player modes. With splendid visuals, awesome music, and engaging gameplay, Smash Hit offers a fabulous and highly emotional journey, although it does have some bugs. Its excellent atmosphere and humor will make you laugh out loud.
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Reviews
- Great graphics and sound design, creating an immersive experience.
- Addictive gameplay that challenges players while remaining fun.
- No ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
- Checkpoints require premium purchase, making it frustrating for players who want to continue from their last progress.
- Some players experience glitches that affect gameplay, such as freezing or unresponsive controls.
- The game can become repetitive after reaching the end, with no new levels to explore.
- graphics1,474 mentions
- 84 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their stunning quality, smooth animations, and realistic effects. Players appreciate the aesthetic appeal and immersive experience provided by the visuals, often highlighting the game's ability to run smoothly even on lower-end devices. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment and replayability.
“The graphics, music, and the amount of realism of physics is unbelievable.”
“Absolutely stunning; beautiful music, gorgeous graphics, simple and intuitive gameplay, and fair challenge.”
“The graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is stunning and fun.”
“The game gets boring after playing for a few times; there are no levels and no proper graphics.”
“I would have given this game a zero review because the game is quite good but the graphics are so bad, so so so so so so so so so so so so bad.”
“This game is the worst game; it is sooooooo laggy and the graphics are horrible.”
- music527 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its beautiful, calming, and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players find the soundtrack to be a standout feature, often describing it as relaxing and motivating, with some even using it for meditation. While the music generally complements the game's atmosphere well, a few users noted that certain levels feature repetitive tracks, which could detract from the experience.
“The music is awesome, I constantly find myself humming along to the music while playing, and the levels in this game are out of this world.”
“The soundtrack is on point, especially after listening to it on Spotify with my super bassy headphones.”
“The music fits the atmosphere, kind of alien and unknown, but the music is just amazing.”
“I didn't really like the infinity level at the end because of the repetitive soundtrack.”
“The pausing system is bad though; I can't change music while playing.”
“I love it because it is very challenging for me and I love its music too. I think we should download this app, only the one and only 'Smash Hit!'”
- monetization453 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 41 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is highly praised for its absence of intrusive ads, which is considered a refreshing change in the mobile gaming landscape. Players appreciate that the free version offers a full experience without ads, while in-app purchases are available for additional modes and checkpoints, though some users express a desire for more free content. Overall, the game is seen as a hidden gem that balances monetization with user experience effectively, allowing for enjoyable gameplay without constant interruptions.
“One of the best parts about it is that it has no ads, which is very rare in modern games.”
“No ads, no pay to win, just a simple test of your accuracy, reflexes, and even your strategic thinking to an extent.”
“Great game, fun gameplay, the visuals are stunning as is the audio quality, best thing is this game doesn't shove tons of microtransactions down your throat and literally has no ads.”
“They're riddled with ads and 'optional' in-app purchases to try to milk all the money they can out of you.”
“You have to pay just to respawn at a checkpoint; that literally sucks. I hate this game. I mean, it's good, but come on, that's worse than ads.”
“This game was once completely free, but now almost all of it is paid. I'd rather have ads than having 90% of the game locked.”
- gameplay253 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, intuitive mechanics, and engaging challenge, making it both fun and addictive. Many players appreciate the stunning graphics and immersive sound design that enhance the overall experience, although some express frustration over the premium model that restricts access to certain features and checkpoints. Overall, the game offers a unique and satisfying gameplay experience, despite some criticisms regarding its monetization strategy.
“Absolutely stunning; beautiful music, gorgeous graphics, simple and intuitive gameplay, and fair challenge.”
“The gameplay is fun and relaxing, the music is incredible, and the free version still provides a full and satisfying gameplay experience without any ads!”
“The graphics are perfect, the controls are perfect, and the gameplay is perfect.”
“Don't overlook it, the app image just doesn't reflect the content of the gameplay itself.”
“But once you get farther, and lose, you can't reuse your checkpoints; you have to buy premium to use checkpoints and different gameplay, deleting right now.”
“The graphics, gameplay, and aesthetics are fine, but it's ridiculous you have to pay to start from a checkpoint, or do practically anything - the whole point of a game is being allowed to progress and you have to pay to do that?”
- stability55 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews from users. While some players report a smooth experience with minimal glitches and no ads, others frequently encounter freezing issues and bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly at checkpoints. Overall, the game is enjoyable but suffers from stability problems that need addressing to enhance the user experience.
“The graphics and speed are perfect, no glitches here~”
“This is the best game ever, no glitches, not many ads, and so satisfying to me. If you are stressed, you must play this game! 🎮🎯”
“Love the graphics, no glitches, addictive but love it because it helps me channel my anxiety. Thank you for this gem.”
“It'll open, but freezes from the main menu and carries through in-game, locking up the entire phone until I close or reboot.”
“I love the game but it always glitches out.”
“When I enter the game, it freezes and my whole phone freezes, and I can't play the game.”
- optimization20 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and impressive graphics, even on lower-end devices. However, some users express disappointment regarding the lack of full-screen support for wider Android devices. Despite this, many players report a consistently enjoyable experience with minimal lag and solid performance across various settings.
“Very epic graphics and great sound effects, exceptional game optimization and a good concept.”
“This game is surprisingly well optimized and runs with great graphics and physics with a decent framerate even on lower-end devices.”
“The game is very beautiful, runs smoothly on any device, and I can't stop playing it.”
“However, I do wish it could be properly optimized for wider screen Android devices.”
“I've been playing this game for at least 2 years and there are still sections that I haven't optimized.”
“It's not optimized for full screen displays.”
- atmosphere20 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its calming and immersive qualities, enhanced by a stunning soundtrack and appealing graphics. Reviewers highlight the effective combination of music and visuals, which create a unique, alien ambiance that motivates players even during challenging gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is described as relaxing yet engaging, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The atmosphere and gameplay are great, and while challenging, it feels fair.”
“The music fits the atmosphere, kind of alien and unknown, but the music is just amazing.”
“Excellent game, relaxing gameplay and atmosphere (excellent graphics + music) are perfectly balanced with the gradually increasing challenge.”
“The graphics are great and the lack of the FPS's lurid atmosphere is refreshing.”
“Always loved this game, extremely good for relaxing in this thrilling and arcade-like atmosphere!”
“The game is all about patience, timing, rhythm, practice, fun, strategy, etc. The soundtrack enhances the atmosphere of the game.”
- story19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a general consensus that the game lacks a compelling story, with many users expressing disappointment over the absence of a plotline and narrative depth. While some appreciate the game's graphics and gameplay mechanics, they feel that the lack of a story and progression elements detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that the game could greatly benefit from the addition of a narrative and level-up features.
“Very very good graphics and a very nice story mode.”
“Good game just needs a story to go with it...”
“This is a gorgeous game, but there is nothing to understand about the story behind it.”
“I would give it 5 stars if the game had a plot line.”
“It has great graphics, great controls, great music; everything is amazing. The only reason I gave one star is the way the game is played, like smashing continuously, which is boring. No story, no level ups.”
“There are no missions, no achievements; the game itself is a straight line. Is this a game or a relaxing motion picture?”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently praise the humor in the game, highlighting its ability to deliver unexpected comedic moments, especially when losing or encountering obstacles. The game's funny sound effects and satisfying destruction mechanics contribute to its entertaining nature, making it both challenging and enjoyable. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay experience, keeping players engaged and amused.
“Among all the games I have played, it served the best service. It's funny, entertaining, and also helps us to develop a mind of concentration.”
“I love this game; it's challenging and funny at the same time. It keeps the mind ready to go, and the money request to unlock the full version is really worth it.”
“I love this game, and it's so satisfying. When you die, the sound is just really funny, and I love the background noise. It's so cool!”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the game emotionally impactful, often describing it as a source of stress relief and a means to enhance focus and confidence. The music is particularly praised for its heartwarming quality, contributing to a satisfying and therapeutic gaming experience. Despite some frustrations with glitches and monetization, players appreciate the game's ability to provide emotional support during challenging times.
“And the game's music is the most heart-touching music I have ever heard; I felt this type of lovely music.”
“Whenever I was in stress or anger, I played it and whoosh... it made me feel better. I completed the whole game... loved it.”
“Smash Hit has been my emotional therapy for years.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game offers a visually appealing experience with strong replayability, though access to additional modes requires a premium subscription, limiting options for non-paying players. Overall, players find it enjoyable and challenging, contributing to its lasting appeal.
“The game has a lot of style and looks amazing, it is challenging while not being frustrating, and it also has great replayability.”
“Endless fun and replayability.”
“Nice looking and good replay value.”
“There are like 7 other modes that are playable, but no, you have to get premium to play them. So without premium, you can only play 1 mode.”
“I love this game; it was my childhood, but they need to make it more replayable.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the challenges posed by the premium features, which some feel make the game excessively difficult. Additionally, the limited co-op mode and overall repetitiveness contribute to a sense of annoyance, leading some users to consider abandoning the game altogether.
“The game can become tedious and boring.”
“Grinding feels excessively repetitive and drains the enjoyment out of the experience.”
“The premium model makes the game unnecessarily difficult, turning it into a frustrating grind.”
