Solitaire - Make Money | Game Brain

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"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.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics45 positive mentions

monetization483 negative mentions

monetization
493 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on frequent and often lengthy ads, which many users find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. Players express frustration over the timing of ads, particularly when they interfere with bonus timers, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes ad revenue over user experience. While some players accept the ads as a necessary trade-off for free gameplay, many feel misled by advertising claims of potential winnings, with numerous comments indicating that actual payouts are minimal or non-existent.
- “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 won't win any money, they just force you to watch advertisements and make revenue from it.”
- “The advertising for this game flat out lies.”
stability
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
1%
94%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during gameplay and when attempting to claim rewards. While some players have experienced minimal glitches, the overwhelming sentiment indicates that the game often fails to function properly, leading to frustration and lost progress. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from the overall 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 downloaded it but now I can't do anything; as soon as I log in, everything freezes.”
- “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 $).”
- “Every time I finish a game, it freezes; it's the only problem with it.”
graphics
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
29%
6%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception from users. Many players appreciate the unique designs and vibrant visuals, noting that they enhance the gameplay experience, while some express a desire for improvements or a return to older styles. Despite occasional criticisms regarding sensitivity and performance, the graphics are often described as enjoyable and visually appealing.
- “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 the game; it's fun, addictive, and easy to play, and I love its graphics. I will recommend this game to everyone that I know, and I like the fact that I can win real money.”
- “Brilliant graphic design, fun, and money too!!!”
- “Only downside is the graphics and slightly poor sensitivity.”
- “Graphics could use some work.”
- “The graphics are hard to look at.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
69%
15%
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 describe it as annoying and intrusive, leading to a desire for a mute option. Overall, the lack of sound control features 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. I 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; it's so exciting I could win free $$!”
- “This game is really fun to play; I just wish I could control the volume of the 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.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often derived from its self-referential ads and the exaggerated reactions of players, which some find amusing, especially when juxtaposed with skeptical comments in the background. Players also find the game itself entertaining and funny, with many describing it as a lighthearted way to pass the time, despite some skepticism about the fairness of the winning process. Overall, the humor adds a layer of enjoyment to the gameplay experience.
- “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.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
20%
30%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users enjoying the fun and solid mechanics, while others criticize significant lag and the inability to adjust audio settings. Overall, the game offers engaging experiences but suffers from technical issues that detract from enjoyment.
- “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.”
- “Gameplay is solid; animation is pretty good for what you're playing.”
- “This is very fun gameplay.”
- “Game mechanics on par with a Cold War era Russian sub.”
- “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.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
Overall, players have mixed experiences with optimization; while some report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others experience issues such as slow performance and unresponsive features, particularly on certain devices. Despite these challenges, many are motivated to continue playing due to the game's competitive nature and potential rewards.
- “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.”
- “This may affect game performance and features.”
- “Whatever I win up till now, my points are not increasing and running slowly, but still I am playing because I love this game.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express that the game provides a comforting escape during emotionally challenging times, helping to alleviate stress and hurt caused by others. The nostalgic elements contribute to a wholesome experience, although some technical issues hinder access and enjoyment. Overall, the emotional impact of the game is seen as positive and supportive.
- “When you're emotionally stressed and hurt by other people's actions and words, sometimes playing something like this really helps take away the troubles that you face in life when other people hurt you and you know you don't deserve it. So you should try this game if you ever get to that point where you need some time to yourself.”
- “Wholesome nostalgia without the anger outbursts.”
- “Very fantastic game, good touching.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
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 achieve. Specifically, users mention that earning $10 requires significant effort over several months, particularly through repetitive farming tasks.
- “The ads say you could win '$10 per game,' which is BS; you get $10 in like 3 months of grinding.”
- “Grinding feels endless and tedious, making the game more of a chore than fun.”
- “The rewards for grinding are not worth the time invested; it quickly becomes frustrating.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express frustration with the story of the game, feeling misled by promises of rewards that were never fulfilled, leading to a sense of wasted time and disappointment. The narrative centers around a player's experience of trust and betrayal regarding the game's claims of redeemable rewards.
- “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 no! 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 developed and feels rushed, leaving many plot points unresolved and characters underexplored.”
- “I found the narrative to be confusing and disjointed, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”