Stack Ball - Crash Platforms | Game Brain

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Stack Ball - Crash Platforms is an Arcade game with good mechanics, exceptional visuals, and amazing music, but is marred by annoying ads and bugs. It challenges you to guide your ball to victory no matter the obstacles, featuring plenty of humor in its design. Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun and engaging experience for players.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

gameplay38 positive mentions

monetization4.7k negative mentions

monetization
4,927 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users suggest turning off Wi-Fi to avoid ads, the general consensus is that the frequency and length of ads are excessive, making the game less enjoyable and prompting many to uninstall it.
- “This game is so fun just turn airplane mode on and there are no ads. It is one of the best games I have ever played!”
- “I love this game! If you play offline, there will be no ads.”
- “No ads when your internet is turned off. It's a good time killer with no ads.”
- “The game is fun, but the sheer amount of ads is ridiculous!”
- “I understand that ads are necessary for free games, but the frequency is just too much to handle.”
- “I can't even finish a level without being bombarded by ads; it's frustrating and ruins the experience.”
gameplay
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and satisfying, with solid mechanics that can be engaging; however, it is heavily marred by an overwhelming number of ads that interrupt the experience. Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in challenge, with the ad-to-gameplay ratio being excessively skewed, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing. While some appreciate the core gameplay, the intrusive ad mechanics significantly detract from overall enjoyment.
- “So far, perfect gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fairly interesting with the stacks being randomized and increasing in difficulty over time.”
- “Great gameplay idea especially for mobile.”
- “And even without the ads, the main gameplay loop gets very stale after a while.”
- “The gameplay is ruined by the extreme excess of ads.”
- “Seems like it could be a fun game but there is a 30 second ad for every 15-20 seconds of gameplay.”
graphics
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
21%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their aesthetic appeal and vibrant colors, while others report issues such as glitches, lag, and poor performance, especially when the battery is low. Some users express a desire for improvements and more variety in graphical options, while others find the visuals satisfying and enjoyable. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a consensus that enhancements are needed to address performance issues and maintain a smooth gaming experience.
- “There are so many skins and all the different colored platforms were so aesthetically pleasing.”
- “Graphics are beautiful and I enjoy playing the levels.”
- “The graphics are fantastic, it's fun, and addicting.”
- “But it's a shame that the game suddenly pauses and then the graphics suddenly glitch and it shuts down. You need more improvement for this game.”
- “The graphics are kind of blurry and really weird.”
- “Glitchy, laggy, too many ads, and terrible graphics.”
stability
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the excessive ads, which often exacerbate these issues by causing the game to freeze or restart unexpectedly. While some users find the game enjoyable, the overall consensus indicates that improvements are urgently needed to enhance stability and reduce the impact of ads.
- “It's not too buggy or anything.”
- “No bugs and no glitches.”
- “I give this game a 5 star rating because this game is awesome. I have completed 100 levels and usually I never get to 100 levels in games, but this is an easy game for all ages. You can win an easy 100 levels in this game. It's fun, you just don't want to touch the black. You don't need Wi-Fi for this game, but I recommend you get this game. It's free, no glitches or anything, it's really simple and not complicated or challenging.”
- “The only reason I gave 3 stars is because the ads pop up in the middle of a level and make you lose. Then 9 times out of 10, the ad freezes, forcing me to close the app and restart it, causing me to lose my current progress and start back at 0.”
- “It freezes so much when I tap the screen again that it just makes me start over.”
- “This game is really fun, but it does have some glitches in the game.”
music
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
58%
7%
Overall, players express a strong desire for improved music integration in the game, often citing interruptions from ads that disrupt their listening experience. While some enjoy the gameplay and find it fun to play alongside their music, many reviewers feel that the lack of engaging background music makes the game less enjoyable over time. Suggestions for adding popular songs or a dedicated soundtrack are common, indicating that enhancing the musical aspect could significantly elevate the gaming experience.
- “It's a good game, quite interesting... but you guys should add the song feature which can make this game more interesting and enthusiastic. This will take the game to another level.”
- “I listen to music when I play this game; it makes the game way better. This game is just amazing.”
- “Really fun to play while listening to music.”
- “I can't even listen to music while playing because the ads all have sound and it stops my music to play the ad.”
- “I never written a review but I felt like this one deserves it. There are so many ads after I completed a game; all I get are ads and it pauses my music. It's like ad after ad after ad. All I want is less ads and more gameplay.”
- “It's a good game, quite interesting... but you guys should add a song feature which can make this game more interesting and enthusiastic. This will take the game to another level. But as there is no interesting music after some time, you may feel like uninstalling this.”
humor
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
8%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it entertaining and amusing, often describing it as a great way to lighten their mood. However, the frequent ads are a common source of frustration, detracting from the overall enjoyment for some users. Despite this, the game's lighthearted nature and satisfying gameplay keep players engaged and laughing.
- “This game is so funny to play with.”
- “Haha it's difficult but so funny, I like this game 😍😍”
- “I love this game so much, very funny and adorable, try it and see”
- “The humor in this game is just not funny; it feels more annoying than entertaining.”
- “I found the jokes to be repetitive and lacking creativity, which made the experience frustrating.”
- “The attempts at humor fell flat, making the game feel tedious rather than enjoyable.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
63%
The optimization of the game is highly inconsistent, with many users reporting poor performance, stuttering, and a lack of graphic options. While some players enjoy smooth gameplay, others experience significant issues such as app crashes and slowdowns due to ads. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be a major concern for a substantial portion of the player base.
- “This is a great game! I have to say it runs smoothly with no problems so far, and the ads are cool.”
- “It's a good quality game; it runs smoothly and is great to play when you're bored. 😊👍”
- “Great game, but ads slow down the performance.”
- “Poor app performance and stutter, no graphic options menu.”
- “Game has bad optimization; the app crashes after ads, and the mobile device gets stuck.”
- “Unoptimized, boring gameplay; no instructions on what the circle does, and there are too many ads.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The story aspect of the game is not a primary focus for players, as reviews emphasize gameplay enjoyment and mission completion over narrative depth. While some users express a desire for more quests to enhance the experience, the frequent ads detract from overall satisfaction. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging, but lacking in a compelling story.
- “I gave it 5 stars because I really enjoy playing it and it's so much fun to complete missions and earn rewards.”
- “Nice game, I wish there were more quests; it would be extra fun.”
- “I love the game; it's very good and I can't stop playing!”
- “Played one mission and it gave me an ad. Don't download; it's not even worth it.”
- “Don't give too many ads that make us fed up. On every mission completion, an ad comes up, which spoils the game. Make the game user satisfaction, not creator money satisfaction.”
- “Add more quests to it to make it perfect.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of frustration and emotional engagement with the game, highlighting issues with glitches and intrusive ads that detract from the experience. Despite these challenges, some users find the game deeply moving, with one mentioning it evoked strong emotions to the point of tears. Overall, the emotional aspect is characterized by a blend of annoyance and heartfelt connection.
- “Very emotional, I cried so many times during that game.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often comparing it to a chore rather than a fun experience. The excessive ads further detract from the gameplay, leading to frustration and a perception of the game as a mere time-waster. Some users suggest the inclusion of dedicated grinding levels for power-ups and abilities to improve the experience.
- “Playing levels feels more like a tedious chore than an actual game.”
- “It gets tedious and boring after a while, but it is an okay time-waster app; however, there are too many ads.”
- “Like another person said, there should be a grinding level for abilities, power-ups, and more.”