Space Colony: Idle Click Miner
Space Colony: Idle Click Miner is a simulation game that lets you terraform planets with an astronaut team. Its game mechanics are well-designed and it boasts amazing visuals and a beautiful soundtrack. However, it has too much advertisement, can be buggy, and has some humorously unexpected elements. Overall, it offers a unique experience in a moon clicker game.
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and a fun space theme, making it visually appealing.
- It's an addictive idle game that allows for strategic planning and progression.
- The game offers optional ads for rewards, making it less intrusive compared to other games.
- The game frequently crashes and freezes, making it unplayable for many users.
- There are issues with in-app purchases not being credited, leading to frustration.
- Many players feel the game is a clone of Egg Inc., lacking originality and depth.
- monetization188 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is generally viewed positively, with many players appreciating that ads are optional and provide rewards, rather than being intrusive or forced. However, some users express frustration over the presence of in-app purchases and the occasional need to watch ads to progress, leading to mixed feelings about the overall monetization approach. While the game is not considered "pay-to-win," there are complaints about the high cost of certain features and the frequency of ads when players choose to engage with them for bonuses.
“Entertaining, no ads that pop up every 30 seconds, or too expensive purchases, plus if there's an issue, they do respond, which is overall great.”
“This is a very addictive game and there are basically no ads unless you choose to watch an ad for a prize.”
“Great game, no need whatsoever to make any in-app purchases.”
“I'd enjoy it if it wasn't for the ridiculous level of in-app purchases to unlock features.”
“This game needs an ad remover purchase; far too many ads to enjoy the game.”
“Big push to spend real money and lots of ads to watch.”
- graphics137 mentions
- 76 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the stunning artwork, vibrant colors, and unique space-themed designs. While some players noted occasional lag and resource issues, the overall consensus is that the graphics are among the best in the idle game genre, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly. However, a few reviews mentioned that the graphics could be improved further, indicating a desire for even higher quality visuals.
“The artwork is amazing, there's a wide variety of planets.”
“This game's graphics are the best in this genre.”
“Beautiful graphics, and animations.”
“Sadly, poor graphics engine using too many device resources constantly crashes the game.”
“It lags sometimes, I don't know if it's because of the graphics or something else, and also, Egg, Inc. did it better with Time Warper so I don't have to wait for income.”
“Bad graphics, bad loading, bad gameplay, bad everything.”
- gameplay98 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by its simplicity and ease of use, making it suitable for casual play. However, many users note that it can become repetitive and grind-heavy after a short period, with some calling for more diverse mechanics and features to enhance engagement. While the graphics and overall design are praised, comparisons to similar games like "Egg, Inc." highlight a lack of originality in gameplay elements.
“Incredible gameplay, and it doesn't have a lot of promotions, which is in every case great.”
“Easy to follow gameplay that evolves into large layers of multipliers boosting your income to the stars!”
“The gameplay is easy to follow; it is very fun and the music is very relaxing. I say this is the best idle game I have ever played.”
“This game is fun at first, however by the time you reach the 3rd planet (about 2 hours of gameplay), you are locked in a grind where you have maxed out all you can do is buy gems or wait.”
“Just straight up not a good game, takes way too long to level up and in the meantime the gameplay is beyond boring.”
“That is fiction, as this game is 100% just Egg Inc with the same aesthetics and gameplay but a new skin.”
- stability43 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and crashes reported by users, making it largely unplayable. Many players experience glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as losing progress and rewards after crashes. Despite some positive feedback on the game's fun aspects, the overwhelming consensus highlights a need for urgent fixes to address these persistent bugs.
“It's unplayable because it freezes up after installing.”
“The game is also extremely buggy and faulty.”
“Game freezes every time I try to bring in more astronauts.”
- music31 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it calming and enjoyable, others criticize its repetitive nature and the inability to use custom tracks. Many appreciate the soundtrack's catchy quality and its contribution to the game's atmosphere, but there are calls for more variety in the music options. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience for some, while others feel it could be improved.
“The ambient music is calming.”
“Easily the best idle game on mobile as it doesn't bombard you with ads, has a great soundtrack that will get stuck in your head and is not pay to win at all.”
“I love it, it is really fun because of the way it works and the music is nice and has a good beat.”
“Every time I want to play this game, it cuts out all of my music apps and forces me to listen to in-game music despite the user's preference.”
“It's just the music repeats over and over; you could make it custom music, but the game is awesome.”
“Music is playing but the screen is frozen.”
- optimization24 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including low frame rates and high device temperatures, even when using low performance mode. While some users noted improvements following updates, others still reported lag and resource intensity, particularly on older or less powerful devices. Developers are acknowledged for their responsiveness to feedback, indicating ongoing efforts to enhance optimization.
“Update: the devs reached out to me after my rating of performance issues and they are aware and are working on optimizing the game.”
“Once you build the strategy to grow your colony, it works perfectly optimized.”
“There were some optimization problems but the new update fixed it all so thanks team!”
“This game is fun at the start, but as you keep playing, the game gets very bad FPS, even on low performance.”
“Definitely earned the 5 stars 🤩 old review: as much as I love this game, the app is so poorly optimized.”
“It's laggy even on low performance.”
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the story aspect of the game. While some players appreciate the addictive gameplay and find the missions engaging, many express disappointment over the lack of a compelling narrative, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more developed storyline. Additionally, technical issues and mission glitches detract from the overall experience.
“It is the most addictive game I have ever played 😋 the story is great, and the level of numbers is satisfying for an idle game, so I loved it.”
“Good design, great fiction story, and love the gameplay overall.”
“Especially the daily missions made a big point in the game.”
“The app hasn't been able to connect to the internet since the day I downloaded it 2 weeks ago, so daily missions and other features are not available to me... complete waste of time.”
“No storyline, nothing interesting.”
“With a story, or something like that would make the game better!”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, with players enjoying the comedic elements such as the funny names of planets and the amusing way astronauts walk. Events like the Halloween pumpkin collection add to the lightheartedness, making it an entertaining experience that players find engaging and fun. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
“They just had a Halloween event where you can collect pumpkins (gems) on the astronauts' heads; it was so funny!”
“I love how funny the planets are named; it is actually a very interesting game.”
“The way astronauts walk is super funny; I love watching the game! :)”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features a typical farming mechanic set in space, but it is considered more basic than similar titles. Players report excessive grinding, which can become tedious and repetitive over time.
“Typical 'farming' game, only in space and far more basic than most.”
“Extreme add farming.”
“Gets pretty tedious and repetitive pretty quickly.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, feeling it resonates with their personal preferences. However, some frustrations, such as unintended interactions during critical moments, detract from the overall experience, leading to slightly lower ratings.
“This game made me feel deeply connected to the characters and their struggles; it truly resonated with me.”
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt every moment as if it were my own.”
“Playing this game was an unforgettable experience that tugged at my heartstrings and made me reflect on my own life.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a charming and inviting ambiance, complemented by a delightful musical score that enhances the overall experience.
“Lovely atmosphere and music.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
“The haunting sound design and visuals create a captivating atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”