Spinner.io: Fidget Spinner
Spinner.io is a free, action-packed multiplayer game where you control a spinner and aim to knock other players out of the arena. With good game mechanics and occasional humor, it provides a fun and engaging experience. However, the game is hindered by frequent ads and bugs that can disrupt gameplay. Your goal: throw your opponents off the edge and be the last spinner standing.
Reviews
- monetization757 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive use of ads, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. Users express frustration over unskippable ads that appear after nearly every match, leading to a perception that the game is more of an "ad simulator" than a playable experience. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the overwhelming frequency and length of these ads, coupled with high costs for ad removal, have significantly detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“This game is actually a good job; no ads even if I didn't pay. It's challenging and fun.”
“I paid $2 for no ads in this offline game.”
“You can play this game offline, and there are no ads.”
“The game is fun, but unplayable because there are ads after every game.”
“This game should have been named 'advertisements io' literally spoiling the fun.”
“I spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- graphics157 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are either poor, choppy, or below average, leading to lag and performance issues. Some players appreciate the graphics as decent or good enough for casual play, while others express a strong desire for improvements to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game has potential, significant upgrades to the graphics are necessary for a better gameplay experience.
“The graphics are amazing and the controls too.”
“Awesome game nice graphics and nice controls easy to play.”
“What a wonderful game excellent graphics.”
“The graphics are terrible.”
“Very bad game... graphics are below average... all players are bots... not even a single player is real.”
“This game is impossible; it lags and has trash graphics.”
- gameplay57 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it fun and addictive, while others criticize it for being laggy, poorly executed, and plagued by excessive ads. Some users appreciate the concept and controls but feel that the overall experience is marred by performance issues and a lack of engaging mechanics. Overall, while there are elements of enjoyable gameplay, significant improvements are needed in stability, graphics, and the ad experience to enhance player satisfaction.
“It's a great game though with some fun and addicting gameplay.”
“Overall, this game is addictive and impressive in terms of gameplay.”
“Gameplay is awesome.”
“Overall, the gameplay was horrible and I found it unfair that there was no tutorial or anything.”
“Horrid framerate, clunky gameplay, and absolutely no audio.”
“Laggy, 80% of the time watching ads and like 10% playing, no gameplay logic, bad movement.”
- humor31 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding joy in the chaotic moments, such as characters falling off the edge and the amusing gameplay mechanics. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to elicit laughter, making it a fun experience overall, though some users suggest improvements in sound and controls to enhance the enjoyment further. Overall, the game is characterized as funny and entertaining, contributing to its popularity among players.
“First it's funny because I was about to win and somebody fell off the stadium and I was dying laughing.”
“This game is the best! I love how fun it is to knock other people out of the stadium, which is very fun and funny.”
“It's so funny because the other people just fall off the edge!”
“I can't open it. I've sent feedback three times and it didn't work. What will I do? This game is horrible. Why is it 38MB? I have games that are 18MB and they are fun. Why is this not funny?”
“The humor in this game falls flat. I expected some laughs, but instead, I just felt disappointed.”
“I thought the jokes would be clever, but they were just cringeworthy and unoriginal.”
- stability23 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and lag that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's controls and the overwhelming presence of ads, which exacerbate the experience. While some find potential in the game, the overall consensus highlights a pressing need for stability improvements.
“This game has great potential, the idea is great, but has a lot of bugs and glitches.”
“It glitches too much; it is so hard to move because of this, and the ads are so annoying.”
“Now it's a good game, but when I hit close on round 2, it glitches and shows a black screen flashing, then it crashes, and I can't get back on unless I delete the game. Please fix that.”
- music22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong desire for the addition of music and sound effects to enhance the gaming experience. Many reviews highlight that the absence of audio elements makes the gameplay feel repetitive and less engaging. Suggestions for updates to include music and sound effects are prevalent, indicating that these features could significantly improve player enjoyment.
“This game is awesome! The songs make me want to play until I die again.”
“If this game had music in it or sound, it would be more fun. I hope this game adds more game modes like 1v1 and stuff. Anyway, great game!”
“Game is good, but if the sound and songs were added, then it would be even better.”
“It's pretty good but I feel like it's missing some things like music, sound effects, and less repetitive and sort of boring gameplay.”
“This game was great but it would be better if they added sound effects or music.”
“Without music, no fun.”
- optimization12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting lag and poor performance despite its simple graphics and controls. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the lack of smooth performance detracts from the overall experience, leading to calls for urgent improvements in optimization to enhance user satisfaction.
“Gameplay deserves a 5 star, but performance should always be the most important thing in your development routine.”
“This game is awesome and is a perfect idea for a game; the only thing missing is how the game runs. It should be made less laggy for smooth performance and a better experience.”
“It is a great game, but you guys need to fix the optimization.”
“This game just isn't optimized; it lags way too much, while it is a simple game without any heavy graphics, so it shouldn't lag.”
“I like the game; I would pay for it, but this game has bad performance. The graphics are simple, so either you improve performance or this game will die fast.”
“Gameplay deserves a 5 stars, but performance should always be the most important thing in your development routine.”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a desire for a more structured story campaign within the game, as players express enjoyment of the gameplay but feel that the narrative aspect is lacking. Additionally, there are suggestions for daily quests and events to enhance engagement, though the current storyline appears to be minimal or unclear. Overall, while the game is fun for passing time, a more developed story could significantly improve the experience.
“It's fun, but we could use a story campaign.”
“I really love this game; its controls are very good, and while there are other game modes, they come automatically. I would love to see some daily events or quests added, as well as some free premium skins when we reach a new season.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall experience.”
“The character development is shallow, leaving me feeling disconnected from the story and its events.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some users feeling a sense of chill while others express frustration due to technical issues and a lack of engaging content, such as music. Overall, the emotional impact seems to be diminished by these shortcomings.
“It made me feel chill, but the last thing is the game needs a song.”