Stone Miner

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Stone Miner is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by ZPLAY Games and was released on September 5, 2021. It received negative reviews from players.

"Stone Miner" is a truck-driving game that involves crushing stones and mining resources on various islands. Players sell the collected materials at a base station and use the earnings to upgrade their trucks for more powerful capabilities. As players progress, they can explore increasingly rare ore-rich islands.

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Single-Player

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37%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization918 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience while mining.
Great for killing time and can be relaxing to play.
The graphics and concept are appealing, making it enjoyable for casual gaming.

Excessive ads interrupt gameplay, with forced ads appearing every few minutes.
The game frequently crashes and lags, making it frustrating to play.
Limited levels (only 40) lead to a lack of content and replayability.

monetization
989 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many users report that even after purchasing the ad-free version, they still encounter forced ads, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. While some players suggest turning off internet connectivity to avoid ads, the general consensus is that the game's reliance on ads for progression and upgrades makes it nearly unplayable for those who prefer a smoother gaming experience.
- “I paid for no ads and I still get forced ads randomly in the middle of levels.”
- “I bought the no ads option, however ads continued playing even after closing the app and restarting it.”
- “I rated this game 3 stars because the game is fun but the problem I have is that I bought the no ads and it just works one time and then I got more ads even though I bought the no more ads.”
- “The sheer amount of forced ads is awful.”
- “This game is almost literally unplayable with the amount of ads there are.”
- “You will not be able to progress past level milestones without being forced to watch ads, even after the purchase.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
70%
13%
The gameplay is generally described as repetitive and dull, with many users expressing frustration over the excessive and disruptive ad interruptions that occur frequently during play. While some find the core mechanics enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the overall experience, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes monetization over player engagement. Overall, the balance between gameplay and ads is heavily skewed, resulting in a frustrating experience for many players.
- “Fun, addicting gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is great, but constant pop-up ads are annoying.”
- “Simple and somewhat chill gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is boring and the advertising they shove down your throat is absolutely relentless.”
- “Gameplay is repetitive and quickly becomes dull, especially with the constant ad interruptions.”
- “If you love games that are 10% gameplay and 90% ads then this game is right for you; if you're a normal person with a working prefrontal cortex, I advise against playing this game as it is a waste of time.”
stability
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the game freezing during ads, losing progress upon restarting, and overall lag that makes it nearly unplayable. Despite its fun concept, the persistent technical problems have led to frustration and low ratings from users.
- “I give this game 1 star because it freezes constantly and I have to completely reload the game to unfreeze it; it also restarts the level every time you play it.”
- “It's a super addictive and fun game, but it keeps crashing and it freezes a lot.”
- “This game freezes or glitches out way too much; I can barely drive straight for 5 seconds without the amount of resources lagging the game out.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being low-quality and unappealing, often described as cheap and lacking detail. Many users noted that the visuals do not match the promotional materials, leading to disappointment, while performance issues such as low frame rates and frequent reboots further detract from the experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback, contributing to a sense of boredom and frustration among players.
- “It's fun when it works and has decent graphics, great upgrades, and is a very easy game to play.”
- “Really good for killing time and the mechanics are super simple, graphics are generally pretty smooth, too.”
- “The game is great, as usual a lot of advertisements in game, but the frames per second are horrible; I know my device is not the best but this is unbelievable.”
- “Game is a resource hog for the low-quality graphics.”
- “This game is unbelievably slow for how basic the game and graphics are.”
- “Does this game ever become any more fun than just moving your truck up and down the screen? After the first three to four levels, the game just becomes boring and repetitive. Also, why do the graphics for the game look way better in the ad than they do in the actual game?”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the satisfying and cathartic nature of grinding down rocks, many criticize the repetitive and tedious gameplay that is exacerbated by frequent ad prompts for upgrades. The progression system feels frustrating, as players often have to revert to lower levels and face excessive ad requirements for power-ups, leading to a sense of monotony that detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “But now when you do the daily special for gems, it causes your grinder to revert back to grinding power zero even though it still shows your progress, making you go all the way back to level 1 just to be able to mine stone at a reasonable rate.”
- “You will be prompted to watch an ad after every 10 seconds of repetitive, tedious gameplay, which makes the same tedious gameplay slightly faster, allowing you to buy upgrades that let you get to the next ad slightly faster.”
- “Suddenly after level 1, every power-up requires watching an ad to collect, making levels tedious. Some cosmetic upgrades cost the equivalent of $40, and one pet requires watching 300 ads to unlock!”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting the absence of in-game music, which can lead to a repetitive experience. While the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable to play alongside personal music, intrusive ads that disrupt audio playback have frustrated users, leading to negative feedback. Additionally, some ads feature licensed music from other games, which has drawn attention but also contributed to a less favorable gaming experience.
- “I love this game; it's really relaxing and I love to play it while listening to music.”
- “Most ads are optional and it is a good game for listening to music and having something to do, but it does get repetitive.”
- “One of them used one of your soundtracks from Kirby's Dream Land 3.”
- “If there isn't any kind of music, that's your first clue.”
- “There's no background music and it gets old quick - don't waste your time downloading it.”
- “This game is true to its words and it's actually playable and has in-game sounds except in-game music, which was the only thing false about this advert.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting severe lag, stuttering, and frequent crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users believe that the performance issues stem from excessive entities and poorly matched hitboxes, suggesting that substantial improvements are needed for a smoother experience. While the game has potential, the current state of optimization, compounded by intrusive ads, detracts from its overall enjoyment.
- “Also, how is it so well optimized?”
- “Needs a lot of improvement performance-wise.”
- “Would have been fun if the game was optimized to run well at all.”
- “The game itself would be quite fun, if it weren't for the very poor performance; the game lags very badly, my guess it's due to all the entities that spawn when you mine.”
- “The game is also insanely laggy, stuttering, and freezing every few seconds.”
- “Spends the vast majority of the time stuttering, freezing, and crashing.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional response to the game, citing frustration and heartbreak due to technical issues like lag and unresponsive controls. The overwhelming presence of ads, particularly when they disrupt gameplay, further exacerbates their negative feelings, leading some to recommend avoiding the game altogether.
- “Such a heartbreaking experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is criticized for being virtually nonexistent, with players expressing frustration over frequent ad interruptions that detract from the experience. Many reviewers feel that the lack of a compelling narrative and the poor controls significantly diminish the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “If you like games with six to ten forced ads interrupting gameplay per level with no reward at all, add blocks on every game function, and a mediocre game with no goal or story, then this is the game for you.”
- “Okay, first of all, the controls are bad. Second, when I started playing the game, I had to watch ads to upgrade, which was so tiring. It's not like the ads you see; it's a whole different story, so I don't recommend it.”
- “I did like the game, but it could use some more storyline.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers enjoyable gameplay, earning a 4-star rating; however, players note that it can be completed in a single day, leading to limited replay value due to the overpowering nature of the character once finished.
- “It's a fun game, but I finished it in a day and felt overpowered, so there's no real replay value.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play again since the challenge is gone.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes or different paths makes it hard to justify replaying the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with players feeling that it fails to deliver even as a light-hearted gag, ultimately resulting in a disappointing experience overall.