Solitaire - Make Money
"Solitaire - Make Money" is a casual card game that offers outstanding graphics and some humor, but is hindered by excessive advertisements and technical issues. The game allows you to earn virtual dollars by playing solitaire and offers the chance to win prizes. However, the frequent bugs and glitches may detract from the overall gaming experience.
Reviews
- monetization482 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, which often interrupt gameplay and consume bonus time, leading to player frustration. Many users feel misled by advertisements that promise cash rewards, as they report minimal chances of winning and a lack of transparency regarding payouts. While some players accept the ads as a necessary trade-off for a free game, the repetitive and lengthy nature of the ads detracts significantly from the overall experience.
“You won't get rich, but enough for other game in-app purchases.”
“No ads in between games...unlike other apps...and difficulty is just right...kudos to the maker...I could play this all day long and the coins gathered is just right...”
“A good running app says you can win money; it's a good thing I just like this app and no ads, okay maybe only one or two in like an hour.”
“There's no payout and way too many ads for this app to be worth it.”
“You lose time on your boosters when you pause the game, and when they give you mandatory ads at the end of each game.”
“The advertising made it seem like you would make money every day, that's not true at all!”
- stability82 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during critical moments such as winning games or attempting to cash out. While some players have experienced minimal glitches, the overwhelming feedback highlights a frustrating pattern of technical issues that disrupt gameplay and result in lost points or rewards. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from the enjoyment and reliability of the experience.
“From an entertainment standpoint, a great time passer and so far no glitches or any type of freezing or technical issues.”
“So far a pretty awesome game, no glitches of any kind.”
“Game works great, no glitches.”
“I actually enjoy playing, especially since you're playing against another person, but the game either crashes or freezes constantly on my phone, causing my game to abort (takes my money).”
“Every time I finish a game, it freezes; it's the only problem with it.”
“The game is great, but it freezes so often I'm moving on for now.”
- graphics73 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users. While many praise the visuals as "great," "awesome," and "fabulous," some express a desire for improvements, noting that graphics could be better or that they experience issues like slow card movement. The general consensus highlights that the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, with several users appreciating the variety and customization options available.
“So far I'm liking the graphics, design, ease of use, illustrations, and variety of abilities to change/adjust settings as the player pleases.”
“I love playing this game; the graphics are spot on and very realistic. Thanks for the enjoyment!”
“Fabulous graphics and sound effects!”
“Only downside is the graphics and slightly poor sensitivity.”
“Graphics could use some work.”
“The graphics are hard to look at.”
- music26 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over the inability to turn it off or adjust the volume, often interrupting their own music. While some players find the game's music comforting and enjoyable, others criticize it as annoying and intrusive, leading to a demand for a mute option. Overall, the lack of sound control options significantly detracts from the gaming experience for many users.
“I've been playing for months without a win, but I have to say that the music, graphics, and sound effects have become so comforting and endearing to me that no other game gives me satisfaction.”
“Very easy to use and to understand. Love the background music; it's a very good app/game to pass time, have fun, and there's a chance to make money. I really love it, so exciting I could win free $$!”
“Great just to relax and play music.”
“I don't particularly wish to be forced to listen to your music; I won't let my kids do it, and I sure ain't letting you do it.”
“Good solitaire game, but any game that forces me to listen to their garbage soundtrack gets one star.”
“I am really annoyed that I can't find a way to turn off the music and sounds.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often derived from the absurdity of its advertisements, which feature exaggerated reactions and questionable authenticity, leading to amusement among players. Many users find the game itself entertaining and funny, although some express skepticism about its legitimacy, labeling it as a "scammer" application. Overall, the humor is a mix of situational comedy and ironic commentary on the game's promotional tactics.
“It's so funny in the ad for this game, they get random people (I think) to record their fake reactions, like if they were winning money out of this dumb game, but the last girl that does the reaction you can hear in the background someone saying 'not true, don't believe it'!”
“Been playing some time and noticed the winners are always the same people when it comes to draw time. Very funny!”
“Very funny and entertaining.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with users appreciating its fun and solid mechanics, alongside decent animations. However, some players experience significant lag, making it unplayable at times, and there are complaints about the lack of options to mute gameplay audio. Overall, while many enjoy the experience, technical issues detract from the enjoyment for some.
“So far I like this... solitaire suits my fancy as I'm trying to not be in need of anyone else to enjoy my gameplay.”
“This is very fun gameplay.”
“Gameplay is solid; animation is pretty good for what you're playing.”
“Game mechanics on par with a Cold War-era Russian submarine.”
“There are no controls to turn off the gameplay audio.”
“Garbage, even with full bars gameplay lags so bad it takes 20 seconds for each move, unplayable.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, players have mixed experiences with optimization; while some report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others face issues with lag and slow point accumulation. Despite these challenges, the game's competitive nature and potential for rewards keep many players engaged.
“It's a challenging game, and the pace at which rankings in the high score records list changes seems to reflect that. I'm motivated to try harder by competing against myself and comparing my current performance against how I've done in the past to gauge my improvement. This motivates me, so I enjoy playing this game multiple days a week, and the potential to win money is a bonus!”
“This app runs smoothly; I never have issues.”
“Very challenging and exciting; overall, it's fun and rewards are easily redeemed automatically based on your performance.”
“Whatever I win up till now, my points are not increasing and running slowly, but still I am playing because I love this game.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of frustration and nostalgia regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While some encounter technical issues that hinder their experience, others appreciate the game's ability to evoke positive feelings and fond memories, highlighting its wholesome and touching nature.
“Wholesome nostalgia without the anger outbursts 👍”
“Very fantastic game, good touching”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that the promised rewards are misleading and take an excessive amount of time to earn. Specifically, users mention that it can take months of effort to accumulate a small amount of in-game currency, leading to a tedious farming experience.
“The ads say you could win '$10 per game,' which is misleading; you actually earn $10 after about 3 months of grinding.”
“My experience is in farming, where you grow crops like maize to sell and make money, so I feel like a farmer.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the story aspect of the game, highlighting a personal experience of disappointment and perceived deception regarding the promised rewards. One player felt misled by the game's claims of earning money through ticket redemption, ultimately leading to a sense of wasted time and trust.
“I'm telling all of you my story as one of the addicted players of Big Time because I trusted the application. I thought if I collected the required tickets, I'd get $10 after redemption in my PayPal account, but big noooo. A month ago, I redeemed the money but have not yet received it in my account. Basically, it's fake what it claims; I just wasted my hard time!”
“The story is poorly written and lacks depth, making it hard to care about the characters or their journeys.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which made the entire experience feel like a chore rather than an engaging adventure.”