States Builder: Trade Empire

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Unleash your inner builder and explore uncharted worlds in this adventure game!

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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,337 reviews

gameplay38 positive mentions

monetization728 negative mentions

The game is fun and relaxing, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
Ads are minimal and not intrusive, allowing for enjoyable gameplay without constant interruptions.
The graphics are appealing, and the game mechanics are simple yet engaging.

The game frequently crashes or freezes, especially after watching ads, leading to frustration.
There are too many forced ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience and can be overwhelming.
Progression can feel slow and repetitive, with many levels lacking variety and challenge.

monetization
800 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
1%
91%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others find the mandatory ads excessive and disruptive, particularly when they occur during gameplay or after unlocking new areas. Additionally, several users have reported dissatisfaction with the cost and effectiveness of the ad removal option, feeling that it does not eliminate all ads as promised. Overall, the game is seen as a fun time-waster, but the aggressive monetization tactics detract from the experience for many players.
- “It's a nice time-killer that doesn't push microtransactions too much.”
- “Adds aren't intrusive so it's not annoying to play for free but there is the option to buy no ads.”
- “This game is addicting due to no ads; I have found a mobile game that is fun and not some random rip-off.”
- “The game is way too slow to play without watching ads, and you can buy an ad-free experience, but I wouldn't pay that much.”
- “Forced ads are annoying too.”
- “The game itself is fun, but the ads are often double length and so often too disruptive.”
gameplay
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
45%
10%
The gameplay is generally described as simple, addictive, and enjoyable, with smooth mechanics and clean graphics. However, it is heavily marred by frequent and intrusive ads, which disrupt the experience and can make progression feel slow and tedious. While some players appreciate the casual nature and challenges in later levels, many express frustration over the lack of variety and the overwhelming presence of advertisements.
- “Gameplay is smooth, graphics look clean and I enjoy the challenges in later maps.”
- “Fantastically simplistic game with cute graphics and simple but fun mechanics; it's easy enough to level up but not so easy that it feels pointless.”
- “The overall gameplay is fun, and it will farm while you're away, creating a fun and rewarding experience.”
- “After 5-10 minutes of unexciting gameplay, forced ads come from time to time, and each time you unlock new zones, you can end up with two ads in less than 5 seconds. But don't worry, you can pay to get rid of automatic ads!”
- “The gameplay cycle is repetitive and shallow, and there's no real challenge.”
- “It's nice at first but quickly becomes an ad-watching simulator with very repetitive gameplay.”
stability
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes occurring, particularly after watching ads, which often results in players losing their rewards. Many users report having to force close and restart the app multiple times during gameplay, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Despite its enjoyable gameplay, the persistent bugs and glitches have made it increasingly unplayable for many users.
- “I like the game, but there is a problem when after you've watched an ad the game freezes and you have to force close it and re-open it, but you don't get the reward for watching the ad.”
- “It freezes every 5-10 minutes so I have to keep closing and opening it to continue, which is inconvenient and frustrating.”
- “After watching ads, the game freezes, and I don't receive the ad reward.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
33%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many players appreciating the simplistic and clean art style, describing it as cute and effective for gameplay. However, some users report issues such as crashes on lower-end devices, graphical glitches after updates, and a lack of options to adjust settings for performance. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, there are calls for improvements and more customization options to enhance the experience.
- “The art style is simplistic, but deliberate - building chains are easily discernible and represent their product line effectively.”
- “Gameplay is smooth, graphics look clean and I enjoy the challenges in later maps.”
- “Fantastically simplistic game with cute graphics and simple but fun mechanics, it's easy enough to level up but not so easy that it feels pointless.”
- “Also fairly battery intensive, with no options to scale down (maybe by reducing graphic options?)”
- “After the newest Android update, the game graphics keep fritzing out.”
- “Graphics are very old and lots of ads; I don't know why this type of game even exists!”
music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
76%
10%
The game's music and sound effects are largely criticized for their absence, with many players noting that the silence detracts from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the ability to listen to their own music while playing, they still express a desire for in-game audio to enhance immersion. Overall, the lack of music and sound effects is seen as a significant shortcoming, with many reviewers suggesting that adding these elements could elevate the game's appeal.
- “I'm happy there are no ads, too, and I like games like this, which helps me to relax, and I listen to music while playing to help me get in the mood.”
- “It's a great game, I recommend it if you like calm tycoon games; it just needs music in the background.”
- “I noticed no sound, but that works for me as I am able to listen to my music while playing, and it makes it much more enjoyable.”
- “But it could really use some sound effects/music as the silence is deafening.”
- “No music or any sounds, just vibrations here and there.”
- “It could be a 5 star if it had music or sound.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
71%
18%
The game's story is minimal and allows players to jump straight into gameplay without lengthy introductions, which some users appreciate. However, many players express frustration with quest-related bugs and issues that hinder progress, leading to a sense of stagnation and boredom over time. The frequent interruptions from mandatory ads further detract from the overall experience, making the story feel overly simplistic and less engaging.
- “I appreciate that the game starts right away too, without making you read a big storyline with character introductions.”
- “Love the newest update with nomads, characters at the quest points, zoom marks when you increase speed.”
- “I had a lot of fun with this for a while, until the November 8th update broke my game, forcing me to a new map while keeping my quests from the old one I had almost but not quite finished.”
- “The game is fun at the beginning, but after playing it for a few days, it's really so boring to make you wait for 5 hours and watch 500 ads to pass every mission.”
- “Fine concept, but executed in an overly simplistic way completely ruined by the 'mandatory ads' that occur on an interval basis within a single mission, rather than just between missions or when claiming 'bonus' resources.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is marred by frequent and intrusive ads, particularly when players are not actively engaging with the screen, leading to frustration and a diminished experience. While some users find the game enjoyable, the constant interruptions from ads detract from its overall appeal, making it difficult to fully immerse oneself in the gameplay.
- “Very enjoyable game, though after a short while you get mandatory ads every few minutes, and more frequently if you are not touching the phone.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while the initial levels are enjoyable, the later stages become tedious due to excessive waiting, ad-watching, and the need for cash or grinding. Although some appreciate the idle grinding mechanics as simple yet effective, many feel that the monetization strategies detract from the overall experience.
- “It's the monetization aspects that evolve to become more substantial, while the gameplay remains simple and eventually tedious.”
- “The first 3 levels were so fun (5 stars), but the levels after require waiting, grinding, ad watching, or cash.”
- “Gets very tedious very fast.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is criticized for being poorly optimized, with users reporting lag, especially on zoomed-out views, and suggesting the addition of graphics options or a performance mode. While the gameplay is generally relaxing with some challenges, the frequent forced ads when purchasing new regions detracts from the experience. Overall, performance on devices like the Redmi 8 is deemed acceptable but could be improved.
- “It's terribly unoptimized.”
- “Maybe add a graphics option, or a performance mode.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low, with many players noting that the experience diminishes after completing each region. Factors such as constant ads, lack of offline progress, and a short completion time contribute to a limited incentive for replaying.
- “That said, its replayability is low.”
- “Non-stop forced ads, no offline progress, and the game is complete after a day, leaving no replayability.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game's lack of sound, which adds an unexpected comedic element to the experience. Despite the presence of ads, the overall enjoyment remains high, with many appreciating the lightheartedness of the game's quirks.
- “The game is so good! Even though there are ads, it takes forever for an ad to pop up, and it doesn't annoy me whatsoever. I thought it was hilarious that there is no sound.”