Stickman Hook

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Stickman Hook is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Madbox and was released on October 3, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Stickman Hook is an action-packed game with masterful mechanics and hilarious moments, despite some bugs and a repetitive grinding element. The game boasts about its smooth gameplay, which makes it hard to put down. However, the excessive advertisements can be a turn-off for some players. The story is wholesome, adding a nice touch to the overall experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

gameplay276 positive mentions

monetization5.4k negative mentions

monetization
5,625 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, many express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, leading to a diminished overall experience. A common workaround suggested by players is to turn off Wi-Fi or mobile data to avoid ads altogether.
- “Bought premium, worth it, you get more than 10 skins and no ads and you can get more things than what you already get and more.”
- “I love this game and have played over 60,000 levels, but I'm very disappointed that having purchased the no ads option previously with the latest update it's asking me to repurchase.”
- “I would extremely recommend buying no ads for how cheap it is; it's fantastic!”
- “The game is fun, but the amount of ads is ridiculous. You spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game.”
- “Way too many ads! I can't even enjoy the game when there's an ad after every level.”
- “This game is a cash grab. You spend more time watching ads than playing the game, which is frustrating.”
gameplay
556 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as fun, smooth, and addictive, with enjoyable mechanics like swinging and character customization. However, many players express frustration over the excessive number of ads, which often disrupt the experience and lead to a poor gameplay-to-ad ratio. Additionally, the levels tend to become repetitive and lack variety, diminishing long-term engagement.
- “The gameplay is smooth and interactive.”
- “Gameplay is simple, fun, and very addicting.”
- “The gameplay is great for the first few days, levels getting harder as the game progresses, but once you get to the 100 or so level, you notice that with each new level comes.. nothing new.”
- “The core mechanics of the game are passable, but the level design is terrible, and it's filled with ads to the point of nearly being unplayable.”
- “The gameplay is stale, but the main issue is that this game is ad hell.”
- “The gameplay is very basic and just feels like a quick cash grab.”
graphics
226 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their simplicity and charm, with many users appreciating the clean and smooth visuals that enhance the gameplay experience. While some reviews mention that the graphics could be improved or are somewhat basic, the overall aesthetic is often described as engaging and appealing, contributing to the game's addictive nature. However, a recurring complaint is the overwhelming number of ads, which detracts from the enjoyment of the graphics and gameplay.
- “I thoroughly enjoy this game, the graphic design and visuals are engaging and make it fun to unlock new characters.”
- “The graphics are very appealing to the eye, and the game itself is very addictive.”
- “The graphics are amazing as well, and it never lags.”
- “With that many ads, I'd expect at least the graphics to be better, but it looks like a game made in the early 2000s.”
- “2 stars instead of 1 because it's a good concept and the game, past all the ads and terrible graphics.”
- “This game has terrible graphics, not only graphics but a lot of ads. Please fix the game.”
music
219 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The game's music aspect is heavily criticized, with numerous users expressing disappointment over the complete absence of sound effects and background music. Many players find the silence awkward and believe that adding music would enhance the overall experience, especially since the frequent ads interrupt any music they attempt to play from other apps. Overall, the lack of audio elements is seen as a significant flaw that detracts from the game's enjoyment.
- “The game is really addictive, but for some reason there's no sound in it, no music or effect sound, which is a little awkward.”
- “I would love to see some kind of sound effects and music added to the game.”
- “It's a good game; I think it would be better if you could play music so it's not so quiet.”
- “The game is really addictive but for some reason there's no sound in it, no music or effect sound, which is a little awkward.”
- “It's a good game, but I think it would be better if you could play music so it's not so quiet, and there are a lot of ads.”
- “The only reason I haven't given it 5 stars is that there isn't a soundtrack, and there should be trails you can unlock so the races have a purpose.”
stability
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable when it functions properly, the overwhelming presence of bugs and excessive ads detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration and lower ratings. Improvements in stability and a reduction in ads are commonly suggested to enhance playability.
- “So far, this game has no glitches or problems.”
- “There are no ads, no glitches; everything's perfect.”
- “I have found no glitches.”
- “The game itself is fun, but it crashes, freezes, and the sheer number of ads is ridiculous.”
- “Gameplay sometimes freezes for a second, ruining the timing of your move.”
- “Every time I try the game, it just freezes.”
humor
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny character designs, amusing animations, and hilarious gameplay moments, often leading to laughter during play. Many reviews highlight the comedic value of the skins and the absurdity of glitches, while some note that the frequent ads can detract from the experience. Overall, the game is described as entertaining and lighthearted, making it a fun choice for players of all ages.
- “Simple, fun, and some of the animations legitimately made me laugh.”
- “My daughter and I spent two hours laughing our heads off when we first tried the game because of the fun gameplay, and if only for that it was worth paying for the ad-free version.”
- “This game is hilarious.”
emotional
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional response to the game is largely negative, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads and the lack of challenge, as numerous levels can be completed without any interaction. Users describe the gameplay as mindless and repetitive, leading to feelings of boredom and disappointment. While some appreciate the smooth mechanics, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game feels like a cash grab rather than an engaging experience.
- “I love the game; it is so fun and awesome trying to get to the finish line without touching the ground.”
- “U can beat some levels without touching the screen, but it's still a pretty good time killer and has smooth gameplay.”
- “Fun although hideously easy (you can complete some levels by just not touching the screen) and way too many adverts.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for being minimal or non-existent, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative. While some users mention a decent storyline with a twist ending, others find it too short and unfinished, leading to a lack of depth in the overall experience. Overall, the repetitive gameplay and overwhelming presence of ads detract from any potential story enjoyment.
- “Some games make you feel sad because of the story they tell.”
- “Nobody: I think I beat the story part of the game in like less than 6-9 hours. I'm not lying, good story but unfinished, so 4 stars. The graphics are good and the characters are well balanced. Good game, I highly recommend it.”
- “Very interesting story line with a twist ending.”
- “There's no story and all the levels are repetitive.”
- “Game is way too easy; put in a story mode and I can be sure that the game will be great.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay, but the game is so empty: no sounds, no music, no challenge, and no story.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the reliance on ad-watching for unlocking skins and the long duration of levels. While some enjoy the initial gameplay, many express frustration with the lack of meaningful progression and the overwhelming number of ads, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the grinding can lead to boredom, especially after reaching higher levels where challenges become unfair and levels feel overly repetitive.
- “The game gets really tedious and boring as it currently is.”
- “Was having fun on public bus for a few days getting past level 50 or whatnot, but once you're playing by yourself with no one around it becomes a glaring example of tedious repetition with no reward.”
- “The levels repeat themselves a lot, at a point it just becomes tedious.”
optimization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting smooth performance and minimal bugs, while others experience significant issues, including crashes and slowdowns, particularly after updates. While graphics are generally appreciated for their contribution to performance, many players express frustration over persistent performance problems and intrusive ads. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent, with some players enjoying a seamless experience while others face ongoing technical difficulties.
- “Graphics are nice for what they are and help with the performance.”
- “This game is the best, it runs smoothly on my bad phone which is quite impressive.”
- “Good game to pass time and all around great performance.”
- “The performance is terrifying and becomes significantly worse with every update.”
- “Very bad performance.”
- “Too many ads, runs slowly; I even get ads that are supposed to play between levels playing during the levels!”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it fun and believe it has potential for infinite replayability, many criticize it for being repetitive and lacking content. Suggestions for improvement include adding unique levels, a points system, time trials, and more engaging challenge levels to enhance replay value.
- “It's fun, and even replaying it completely never gets rid of the replay value.”
- “Finally, the game gives itself 'replayability' by giving you characters when you complete certain amounts of levels.”
- “The other issue I have with this is that there isn't much replayability; the levels get really repetitive and the challenge levels don't last long before you beat all of them.”
- “Could do with some kind of points system or time limit to make it more of a game and give more replay value.”
- “This game is fun and would do better if they: a) added more unique levels b) had ads play less c) maybe give a time trial with online leaderboards d) challenge levels replayable.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is noted for its fun and quirky designs, which add a humorous touch to the overall experience. However, the simplicity of the mechanics suggests that character growth may not be a central focus, leaving players with a lighthearted but shallow engagement with the characters.
- “The character designs are fun, and that is awesome.”
- “Other than that, the game is pretty fun but simple, with funny character designs and tacky dancing, which I find amusing.”
- “Easy mechanics and cool little character designs.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's fast-paced atmosphere is highly praised, though some players feel that the lack of music detracts from the overall experience.
- “I loved the fast-paced atmosphere of the game.”
- “The only thing that could be better is the music because I do not like the atmosphere of no music.”
- “The only thing that could be better is the music because I do not like the atmosphere without any music.”