Stack

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Stack is a single player action game. It was developed by Ketchapp Games and was released on February 17, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Stack is a casual game known for its phenomenal gameplay and excellent visuals, accompanied by sensational music and plenty of humor. The question "Can you stay focused?" serves as the game's tagline, challenging players to maintain concentration as they navigate through various levels. However, be prepared for numerous ads and Foundtape bugs that may hinder the overall experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 9,998 reviews

graphics166 positive mentions

monetization1.8k negative mentions

monetization
1,867 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive nature of the ads. Players report frequent pop-up ads during gameplay, which disrupt their experience and often lead to accidental clicks, causing frustration and loss of progress. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, many express that the current implementation is excessive, with ads appearing after nearly every action, significantly detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I liked it enough that I bought no ads.”
- “It's sad when you pay for no ads and yet the game developer continues to add advertising to the game.”
- “This game is addictive and there's no ads; you will like it.”
- “The amount of ads in this game makes me want to throw my phone out of a window, hoping it hits a sharp rock and bounces into a bin.”
- “I understand the importance of ads, but I really don't think it's fair to show a full-page pop-up ad in the middle of gameplay.”
- “The game is fun and well-made, but the sheer amount of advertising makes it difficult to get into the game.”
graphics
223 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
24%
2%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their aesthetic appeal, featuring vibrant colors and clean, minimalist designs that enhance the overall gameplay experience. While many users find the visuals beautiful and relaxing, some note that the graphics can feel repetitive or reminiscent of other games, such as Monument Valley. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm, though there are suggestions for further improvement and variety.
- “Beautiful graphics and amazing mechanics, simple but advanced in a way.”
- “This game is so visually stunning and it combines music, internal rhythm, and visuals to make an overall fun experience.”
- “Absolutely gorgeous, beautiful, relaxing graphics.”
- “Also, the graphics look like some stock Unity assets and I've seen similar visuals in Monument Valley (which is a game I would recommend if you want to play something on Android).”
- “The graphics are bad and the concept is just bad.”
- “Adds during gameplay are beyond annoying and lack of graphics options makes it hard to control lag on weaker platforms.”
gameplay
146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
56%
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The gameplay is generally praised for its mechanics, graphics, and addictive nature, offering a fun and engaging experience. However, numerous reviews highlight significant issues with intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, often appearing during critical moments and causing frustration. While some players enjoy the simple and intuitive controls, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the overall enjoyment and flow of the game.
- “The gameplay itself is top notch.”
- “Beautiful graphics and amazing mechanics, simple but advanced in a way.”
- “Great game, from gameplay to controls it's all just fantastic.”
- “The lag I also get from the adverts loading makes gameplay impossible; because of these bugs, I haven't been able to get past 20 layers before it bugs out.”
- “Ads in the middle of gameplay really ruin this game for me.”
- “Fullscreen ads in the middle of gameplay are incredibly disruptive.”
music
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
54%
6%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its calming and addictive qualities, while others find it repetitive or dull. Many users express a desire for more background music options or customization to enhance their gaming experience, as the current soundtrack often feels insufficient or distracting. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere for some, there is a strong call for improvements and additional musical elements.
- “This whole game is amazing; it's so satisfying and I love all the sounds and the little vibrations when you get a perfect stack. The colors are so pretty and the music is amazing, so is the background!”
- “I love the game; it's very relaxing but still challenging. I love the music and it's really addictive.”
- “Very relaxing music and addictive at the same time; it gets into your bones.”
- “I kinda wish it had some kind of music as the background instead of a dull xylophone, but it's not a deal breaker.”
- “I just wish there was some background music; the silence is deafening.”
- “The only thing that's slightly annoying is the repetitive music.”
stability
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent glitches, freezes, and lagging issues reported during gameplay. Many players express frustration over losing progress due to these technical problems, particularly when ads interrupt the experience. While some users find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming consensus is that stability issues severely detract from the overall experience, leading to uninstalls and low ratings.
- “While the game is fun and addicting, it often freezes midgame which causes the app to turn off automatically, resulting in a loss of my score.”
- “Honestly, the frequent glitches are the only reason I'm uninstalling. What's the point of a game that doesn't work?”
- “Until the glitches are fixed, this game is unplayable.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
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The game's story aspect is generally perceived as lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels repetitive and lacks a compelling narrative. While some appreciate the missions as a fun addition, they often find them tedious and overly challenging, leading to boredom over time. Overall, the game is seen more as a time killer than a story-driven experience, with minimal engagement in terms of plot or character development.
- “This game is very beautiful; it shows the story of our life.”
- “The story of Congress Square Park: how a derelict plaza got a new identity downtown.”
- “Best game ever, you'd think it would be boring but it isn't.”
- “But it gets boring after a while, and soon the missions become so hard that they require me to beat my high score to accomplish them, and only for 20 gems each!”
- “You will get bored because there is no point or story to this game.”
- “A decent time killer without any storyline but it is pretty difficult.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both entertaining and amusing, often enjoying the frustration it brings to friends. Many reviews highlight the game's funny elements, including quirky controls and hilarious costumes, while also noting that it serves as a great time killer. However, some users mention that excessive ads can detract from the overall fun experience.
- “I never keep these kinds of games for long, but they are always both fun and funny to play!”
- “I never thought a game could be so funny and difficult at the same time.”
- “It's funny, addictive, and a great time killer for road trips.”
optimization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on high-end devices and offers great graphics, many users report significant performance issues, particularly due to intrusive ads and stuttering on lower-end devices. These optimization problems can disrupt gameplay, especially in timing-sensitive moments, leading to frustration among players. Improvements in this area could enhance the overall experience and potentially increase ratings.
- “Runs smoothly on every device I have it on!”
- “Yes, the game is addictive and the performance is good.”
- “Great performance.”
- “The problem comes that this is a game of timing, and with so many ads the performance has decreased and the controls are not as snappy as they were, making the game unplayable.”
- “The game is great for the most part, but all it takes is one minor performance hiccup on one tap to completely ruin your streak.”
- “Awesome addicting game, but ads and poor optimization can cause lag and is at times very frustrating.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is often described as tedious and repetitive, leading to a decline in enjoyment over time. While some players appreciate the game's mechanics and lack of ads, many find the experience frustrating and boring after prolonged play. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy grinding but can become monotonous for others.
- “Though quests and skins are way too spread and tedious.”
- “Amazing, don't have a lot of ads but it's kinda tedious after playing for a while because it's repetitive.”
- “The actual game is so boring and tedious that you just don't want to play again.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a mixed experience in terms of replayability. While some players appreciate its competitive nature and find it simple yet engaging enough for repeated play, others criticize the lack of meaningful content and excessive grind for unlocking new features, which diminishes its long-term appeal.
- “The instant replayability makes for a good competitive game amongst friends.”
- “Had seen a similar game before, but the new idea of the moving slab being cut past the considered target has made this game more playable and fun in comparison to the previous game.”
- “Feels simple, but has a lot of replay value.”
- “This game holds very little replay value, so when the game asks you to collect 200 gems just to open another variation of a stack, that's just stupid.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting moments of enjoyment and frustration. While the gameplay can evoke a sense of achievement, interruptions from ads can lead to disappointment, particularly when they disrupt a potential high score.
- “Made me feel joy while playing the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its beautiful colors and calming ambiance, enhanced by enjoyable music and graphics that contribute to a pleasant overall experience.
- “The colors are beautiful and the atmosphere is so calming.”
- “It's an enjoyable game; the music, graphics, and overall atmosphere are nice.”