Spades - Card Game

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,008 reviews
  • monetization
  • music
  • stability
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  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,008 reviews
music16 positive mentions
monetization739 negative mentions
  • The app is easy to use and provides a fun way to learn and play Spades.
  • The game has a good flow and is enjoyable for both casual and experienced players.
  • The graphics and animations are appealing, making the gameplay more engaging.
  • There are too many ads, often appearing after every hand, which disrupts the gameplay.
  • The AI partner frequently makes poor decisions, such as overbidding or cutting the player, leading to frustrating experiences.
  • The scoring system is inconsistent, often penalizing players unfairly for nil bids and not accurately reflecting the points earned.
  • monetization756 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming frequency and length of advertisements. Many players report being forced to watch ads after every hand, often experiencing issues with unskippable ads that disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the consensus is that the current implementation is excessive, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game and prompting many to consider uninstalling it unless a paid, ad-free option is introduced.

    • “I enjoyed the game so much I went looking for a paid version with no ads, and couldn't find the option.”
    • “Fun game, no ads during each hand which I like.”
    • “Nothing fancy, just a fun, challenging game of spades... very entertaining... and wow... no ads!”
    • “You have ruined a good game by using this type of advertisement.”
    • “I know that it's not my phone because the ads still play just fine.”
    • “The game itself is good, fun, however... there are 30 seconds of ads between each hand, not each round.”
  • music43 mentions

    The music in the game receives a largely positive reception, with many players praising its relaxing and calming qualities, particularly the jazz and piano tracks. However, some users express frustration with intrusive ad music that disrupts the gameplay experience, and there are complaints about the music stopping after ads or being overly repetitive. Overall, while the game's music enhances the experience for many, the presence of loud advertisements detracts from its enjoyment.

    • “So far love the music, bird songs, water sounds.”
    • “I enjoy the game and the music.”
    • “Loving the jazz music, it's so calming.”
    • “Thoughtful gameplay, appropriate skill level, convenient help to show mandatory suit play and who currently had the lead, etc. then just recently incessant saccharine music started even when the music and sounds options were disabled in settings.”
    • “Absolutely so irritating and kept playing over music in other apps.”
    • “Glitches too much with ad music playing in the background when you're playing the game and ads are ridiculous...”
  • stability38 mentions

    The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, especially after ads, which disrupt gameplay and require restarting the app. While some players enjoy the game, the overwhelming presence of glitches and crashes detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration. Despite occasional positive remarks about gameplay, the consensus highlights a critical need for improvements in stability and ad management.

    • “So far, the app runs great.”
    • “No glitches.”
    • “Used to work great, now freezes all the time.”
    • “The game is so fun and very addictive, but after a few rounds, it completely freezes and I have to turn it off and back on.”
    • “Every time there is an ad, the game freezes.”
  • graphics22 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive a mixed response from users. Many praise the visuals as excellent and relaxing, contributing positively to the gameplay experience, while others feel that improvements are needed, describing them as simple or lacking in detail. Despite some complaints about ads and gameplay mechanics, the general consensus leans towards the graphics being a strong point of the game.

    • “On the plus side, the animation and graphics are excellent and it is the only game I leave the background music enabled (which is very relaxing).”
    • “The graphics are spectacular.”
    • “Great game and good graphics!”
    • “Needs more graphics; kind of boring but easy to play.”
    • “Simple graphics.”
    • “The graphics could be better.”
  • gameplay20 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is generally praised for being smooth and enjoyable, with many users appreciating the mechanics and offline options. However, a significant number of players express frustration over the excessive ads, which disrupt the experience and detract from the enjoyment of the game. While some find the gameplay solid, the overwhelming presence of ads and occasional technical issues have led to mixed reviews.

    • “Very good gameplay here for offline vs many other spades offerings on Google Play.”
    • “Gameplay is fast and smooth.”
    • “Relaxed and easy gameplay 💗”
    • “Like many game apps, the gameplay becomes a headache after giving an honest rating the developers may not like.”
    • “And if you bid nil, the idiot actively tries to smoke you out... and then when you add the fact of 3 ads between games, whoever wrote this code obviously considered gameplay to be the least of considerations and long, stupid ads to be highest priority.”
    • “Gameplay is trash; might as well be playing against 3 people.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by players enjoying the chaotic interactions with AI partners, particularly on harder settings, which leads to amusing situations reminiscent of playing with friends. Overall, the game is described as consistently funny and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Just funny because I think the hard setting means your AI partner doesn't know how to play, lol.”
    • “Soooooo much fun... feels like I'm sitting at a table with friends, screaming and laughing.”
    • “It is funny; I enjoy the game.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and effective optimization, with users noting that it runs well and has minimal interruptions from short ads.

    • “Runs smoothly.”
    • “Nice game with great performance.”
    • “Great game; ads are short and the game runs smoothly.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    While the game is enjoyable, players express frustration due to the small, closely spaced cards that can lead to accidental plays, detracting from the overall emotional experience. Additionally, unexpected interruptions, such as the game opening the Play Store without user input, further contribute to a sense of annoyance.

  • story2 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for more engaging quests or achievements to enhance the experience, rather than just focusing on the card gameplay.

  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the frequent ads that disrupt gameplay. While there are fewer ads compared to some similar games, the overall experience remains frustrating enough to deter regular use.

    • “The ads make the game incredibly tedious to play.”
    • “Fewer ads than some spades games, but still way too tedious to make this a regularly used app... downloader beware.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the game's atmosphere as elegant, contributing to an immersive and refined experience that enhances overall gameplay.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and beautifully crafted.”
    • “The game creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “Every detail contributes to an atmosphere that feels alive and engaging.”
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