Stack

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Stack is a single player action game. It was developed by AeroLab Studios and was released on May 18, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

This is simple but highly addictive strategy game that will test your reaction times and your hand to eye coordination.

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57%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

story1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game provided a brief moment of joy and relaxation for some players during tough times.
It is available at a low price, making it accessible for those looking for inexpensive entertainment.
Some players found it enjoyable to play with one hand, making it a unique option for those with limited mobility.

The game is criticized for being low-effort shovelware with minimal gameplay and poor graphics.
It lacks depth and quality, failing to meet basic standards expected from modern PC games.
Many players only engage with the game to idle for trading cards, indicating a lack of genuine interest in the gameplay.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are characterized by a lazy minimalist style with untextured low-polygon assets, reminiscent of early 1990s 3D games. This approach is perceived as a lack of effort from the developers, who attempt to frame the simplistic visuals as an artistic choice rather than a shortcoming. Overall, many players feel that this aesthetic detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The lack of textures is a method that lazy developers often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to pass it off as 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose.' This is not something gamers should have to put up with.”
- “The graphics are so outdated that it feels like I'm playing a game from a decade ago. It's disappointing to see such a lack of effort in visual design.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game world. It feels like the developers didn't prioritize graphics at all.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as exploitative, with reviewers labeling it as a cash grab that relies on copying existing game templates and assets rather than original content. This approach has led to accusations of the game being low-quality shovelware, aimed primarily at profiting from unsuspecting consumers.
- “These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles as cash grabs.”
- “Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam or cash grab.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”