Spades: Classic Card Game

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 6,674 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • stability
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"Spades: Classic Card Game" is a casual card game with masterful graphics, but it is hindered by excessive advertisements and bugs. The game allows you to play classic Spades offline, providing a reliable and convenient way to learn and master the game without an internet connection. Despite its drawbacks, the game's accurate Spades gameplay and offline feature make it a decent option for fans of the card game.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,674 reviews
graphics35 positive mentions
monetization661 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and challenging, providing a good way to pass the time.
  • I appreciate the ability to play online or offline, making it versatile.
  • The graphics are decent and the gameplay is fast-paced.
  • There are too many ads, often appearing after every hand, which disrupts gameplay.
  • The AI partner often makes poor decisions, leading to frustrating losses.
  • The game has been reported to cheat by not accurately scoring points or by giving points to the opposing team.
  • monetization710 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing after every hand. Many players express frustration over the inability to fully enjoy the game without being bombarded by lengthy advertisements, even after purchasing subscriptions intended to remove ads. This has led to a perception that the game prioritizes ad revenue over user experience, prompting some players to uninstall the app altogether.

    • “Best game to play that doesn't force close, ads are little (I started with no ads, now seldom. Annoying when it's every new dealt of cards) and you can skip without it being past 15 seconds.”
    • “I loved the game, didn't want the ads, so immediately paid for no ads forever.”
    • “Good game especially with no ads.”
    • “The ads are longer than the gameplay.”
    • “You must pay at least monthly to remove ads.”
    • “I paid for the ad-free version but I still get ads.”
  • graphics72 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and colorful design, while others criticize them as generic, blurry, or not matching the promotional images. Some users appreciate the updates and improvements in graphics over time, but there are complaints about excessive ads and a lack of customization options. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there are significant concerns regarding their consistency and the game's aesthetic choices.

    • “The graphics are great and the team players know how to help, especially when I go nil... it's a lot of fun and very enjoyable.”
    • “I really like the graphics of this game, and the different types of spades games you can play.”
    • “Thank you for making this game interesting and for changing the graphics to look different from the rest of the card games.”
    • “Graphics are jarring, things are in weird places.”
    • “It's graphics are hot steaming garbage, and this is a card game so that is saying a lot.”
    • “Top 5 worst graphics I've ever seen and this is AI spades.”
  • stability40 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported by users, often requiring them to restart the app to continue playing. Many players express frustration over the increased number of ads that appear during gameplay, exacerbating the experience. Overall, the app's performance is described as extremely buggy, leading to a negative impact on user enjoyment.

    • “Runs great.”
    • “The game maintains a smooth performance without any crashes.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is, even during intense moments.”
    • “The game freezes up on me most of the time.”
    • “App freezes and kicks out during gameplay; however, ads never freeze up.”
    • “Game freezes all the time!”
  • music17 mentions

    The music in the app receives mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the peaceful and chill background tunes, others find it unappealing and prefer to mute it. Additionally, the app's ads disrupt any external music, requiring users to readjust their volume afterward, which adds to the frustration. Overall, the music experience is inconsistent, with some enjoying it and others deeming it annoying.

    • “The music is peaceful, tasteful, elevator music.”
    • “I love the chill music in the background and it's fun to play!”
    • “Love the music while playing the game!”
    • “If you're listening to music or watching a video while using this app, it mutes it completely for their ads, and then even after you close out of the ad, you have to turn your volume back up.”
    • “The music is bad, so I mute it.”
    • “The ad music continues to play during the games... so annoying.”
  • gameplay16 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing excessive ads that disrupt the experience and hinder gameplay flow. While some appreciate the simplicity and smoothness of the mechanics, others find the overall quality lacking compared to other spades apps, citing issues with AI partners and game freezing. Overall, the gameplay is seen as inconsistent, with a significant number of players frustrated by interruptions and poor design choices.

    • “Graphics are great, gameplay is simple and smooth.”
    • “I appreciate the clear, ad-free gameplay and just focusing on the essence of spades, very high quality.”
    • “Superior gameplay, intense competition.”
    • “Anyway, the gameplay is garbage compared to other free spades apps that don't have pop-ups, such short games, or AI partners that you dummies apparently forgot to teach how to play spades.”
    • “The ads (which are excessive) keep interfering with the gameplay and scoreboard.”
    • “So many intrusive ads even within gameplay.”
  • humor6 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game to be a significant aspect, with many enjoying the nostalgic and lighthearted experiences it evokes. The game's animations and interactions, such as characters throwing items and laughing, add a comedic touch that enhances the overall enjoyment. Additionally, the humorous design elements, like the game icon, contribute to a fun and engaging atmosphere.

    • “This updated version is acting funny.”
    • “Am I the only one that finds this game's icon ridiculously humorous?”
    • “They be setting you up sometimes in the game and be throwing stuff at you and laughing at you.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization has improved with the latest update, resulting in smoother performance; however, players are frustrated by the excessive number of ads.

    • “The game runs smoothly after the new update, significantly improving my past performance.”
    • “The game is good and runs smoothly, although there are a lot of ads.”
    • “The new update eliminated my past performance.”
    • “The game runs poorly on my system despite meeting the requirements.”
    • “I experience frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
  • story2 mentions

    Users appreciate the game's story, highlighting its quality, but express a desire for a more structured narrative or a career mode to enhance the experience.

    • “I like the game for its story.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players highlight the emotional connections formed with team members, emphasizing the depth of shared experiences and the impact of collaborative gameplay on their feelings. This aspect enhances the overall gaming experience, fostering a sense of camaraderie and investment in each other's journeys.

    • “The emotional connection I felt with my team members made every victory and defeat more meaningful.”
    • “Playing alongside my teammates created a deep emotional bond that enhanced the overall experience.”
    • “The emotional highs and lows we shared during gameplay truly brought us closer together as a team.”
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