Spades

About

"Spades" is a casual card game that offers offline play against smart AI opponents. The game boasts exceptional graphics, but is held back by frequent ads and numerous bugs. Despite its drawbacks, it provides a decent Spades experience for those looking to play without an internet connection.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 16,400 reviews

graphics71 positive mentions

monetization360 negative mentions

monetization
372 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on intrusive advertisements, which players frequently describe as excessive and disruptive to gameplay. Many users report that ads often pop up during matches, are difficult to close, and can even lead to app crashes or forced restarts, significantly detracting from the overall experience. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the overwhelming consensus is that the frequency and length of these ads are frustrating and could drive potential players away.
- “Card games and it moves along with no ads (so far!!) lol two thumbs up for this app.”
- “Love this game, no ads, fun to play with other players.”
- “Wow, fast and no ads!”
- “The game is good but it has this one stupid advertisement that just keeps spinning around and around. It's a black screen with a circle in a triangle in the middle of it and it never leaves the screen. It just blocks the game and locks it down so you have to start all over again no matter how far you are.”
- “Too many ads that start your game over when it's even not finished!”
- “What makes this one a special hell is that the ads make you force close the app to get rid of them.”
graphics
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
26%
3%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users praising them as "great," "nice," and "excellent," highlighting their sharpness and enjoyable design. However, some players feel that the graphics could use improvement or updates, and a few mention issues with slow gameplay. Despite these criticisms, the graphics contribute positively to the overall gaming experience for a majority of users.
- “I appreciate the update of the graphics.”
- “Graphics are sharp, not fuzzy like other similar apps.”
- “Simply outstanding love the graphics!!!”
- “Basic graphics are in need of an update and the ads are very annoying and placed between rounds, so it gets to be irritating.”
- “The game is very child-like; the graphics are next to none.”
- “Needs better graphics.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported by users. Many players experience interruptions during gameplay, requiring restarts and leading to frustration. While some enjoy the game despite these problems, the overall consensus highlights a need for improvements in stability.
- “This game freezes up.”
- “Can't even play it... freezes up right away... it's garbage.”
- “It freezes on a black screen :(”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users praising it as "very good" and "great," while others criticize it for unrealistic mechanics, slow pacing, and excessive ads that disrupt the experience. Additionally, there are comments about the gameplay being comically different from expectations, indicating a lack of consistency in design.
- “Very good gameplay.”
- “Great gameplay!!”
- “Gameplay is as expected from offensive or defensive decisions.”
- “Seems to use the same bad mechanics as their other spades games.”
- “The gameplay isn't realistic at all.”
- “Too slow and the gameplay isn't realistic.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the game's humor as a standout feature, describing it as "really funny" and "cool." Despite some technical issues like freezing, the overall comedic elements contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience.
- “It's a fun game, I love it! LOL, and it's funny too.”
- “I like this game; it's so funny.”
- “Now noticing freezing during the game, sad because the game is really funny and cool.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The reviews indicate a strong desire for music in the game, with many players feeling that the absence of background music detracts from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the existing music, others express that the game would benefit significantly from additional musical elements to enhance the fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that music is a crucial missing feature that could improve player engagement.
- “I love the graphics and the music.”
- “This was good music.”
- “I love playing with my music playing even when I don't win.”
- “This game is dull; it doesn't have any music or features to it whatsoever. You're just based on your score, and that's it.”
- “I would be a lot better with some background music; it's all quiet.”
- “It could have music.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
Players appreciate the quest feature for its role in building points and rankings, but there are concerns following a recent update that has made quests unavailable for some accounts. Additionally, there is a desire for quests to be more attainable to enhance the overall experience.
- “Love the quests to help build points and ranking.”
- “Love this game!”
- “I do wish the quests could be a little bit more attainable!”
- “Love this game, but since the latest update, the quests feature is not available for my account anymore.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as relaxing and efficient, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “I love the relaxing atmosphere; it's very efficient for unwinding.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and draws you into the game world.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the story.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a mix of enjoyment and frustration regarding the emotional aspect of the game, noting that while they appreciate the experience, there are moments where the game seems to act independently, which can detract from their emotional engagement.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often feeling rushed and lacking in fun.
- “The grinding is too tedious and lacks any fun, making it feel like a chore.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding quickly becomes exhausting and unenjoyable.”
- “I found the grinding to be a mind-numbing experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”