Sugar Smash: Book of Life

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Sugar Smash: Book of Life is a match-3 puzzle adventure game inspired by the movie of the same name. Join characters Manolo, Maria, and Joaquin in collecting treats and charms as they prepare for a fiesta, and travel through vibrant worlds like the Land of the Remembered. The game features colorful graphics, familiar voices from the movie, challenging levels, and power-ups like Chuy Charge and Piñata Bombs. Connect with friends on Facebook, and enjoy free updates with new levels and challenges.

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,932 reviews

graphics153 positive mentions

stability112 negative mentions

The game features colorful graphics and fun animations, making it visually appealing.
Many players find the game addictive and enjoy the challenge it presents as they progress through levels.
The game incorporates elements from the movie 'The Book of Life', which adds to its charm and enjoyment.

The game frequently crashes or freezes, causing frustration and loss of progress for players.
Many users report issues with the game not counting completed objectives correctly, leading to repeated attempts at the same level.
The recent updates have reset player progress for some, forcing them to start over from level one, which has led to dissatisfaction.

graphics
224 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
31%
1%
The graphics in the game receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, creativity, and vibrant colors. While some players noted occasional issues, such as slow loading times or temporary glitches, the overall consensus highlights the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience. Many reviews also appreciate the alignment of the graphics with the movie's aesthetic, contributing to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The graphics on this game are amazing!”
- “Still has gorgeous graphics reminiscent of the original animation and lingering Latin music that happily sticks in the back of your brain.”
- “The colors are amazing and the graphics are stunning.”
- “Hated the graphics.”
- “Awful game...poorest graphics ever seen!”
- “It doesn't draw you in by the graphics; they are boring.”
stability
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
98%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience the game freezing after winning levels, during ad playback, or while attempting to navigate between levels, often requiring a complete restart to continue. Despite some enjoyment of the game, the overwhelming number of stability problems has led to frustration and dissatisfaction among players.
- “It's good and not buggy at all.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues.”
- “I appreciate the stability; it enhances the overall experience.”
- “If you win, it freezes, turns to a blank grey screen after Chuy's charge, or just goes back to the level screen and you can't push any buttons, then having to shut down and restart the whole game.”
- “Game consistently freezes and now won't even open properly.”
- “This is a fun and addicting game, but unfortunately it freezes and closes itself so much now that I can't even play it anymore.”
music
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
51%
5%
The music in the game receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its catchy, festive, and soothing qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some users report technical issues that disrupt their enjoyment, the majority express a strong affection for the music, often highlighting it as their favorite aspect of the game. Overall, the combination of delightful sound effects and engaging music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Still has gorgeous graphics reminiscent of the original animation and lingering Latin music that happily sticks in the back of your brain.”
- “I love everything about it--especially the music and the sound effects!”
- “The music is very soothing and lovely.”
- “I can hear the music but can't play the game because the screen won't come up, just stays black.”
- “It's constantly interrupting and outright shutting down any music application I try to use.”
- “Freezes often, and don't even think about listening to music while playing.”
monetization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
2%
84%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the increasing frequency and length of ads, particularly after levels. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others report that ads often lead to crashes or do not function as intended, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. A few players still find the game enjoyable with minimal ads, but the general sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction with the current ad experience.
- “Challenging and fun, and no advertising makes this a worthwhile download.”
- “Love this game, no ads! Thank you for a good game.”
- “No ads! Love it, challenging and addicting.”
- “I don't mind watching ads to earn rewards, but today I had to watch two 87-second ads and one 49-second ad in order to claim surprise box gifts and preserve my streaks.”
- “Every time the ads play, my game closes and I have to start the level over.”
- “Used to be fun to play, but now they force you to watch video ads for other games.”
humor
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the sound effects, character expressions, and clever phrases to be particularly entertaining and hilarious. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to keep players engaged with its dynamic and funny audio, making it a delightful and addictive experience. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory humor contributes significantly to the game's fun factor.
- “This game is hilariously, addictively fun!!!”
- “Dynamic play and humorous bonus audio keep this app from getting stale like some of its competitors.”
- “Some of the things in it are very clever and hilarious.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
22%
22%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smoothness, addictive nature, and engaging mechanics, with many users enjoying the colorful graphics and power-ups. However, some mention occasional sluggishness, indicating a mixed experience for certain players. The combination of fun themes and sound effects further enhances the overall enjoyment.
- “And smooth gameplay, love it!”
- “Cute graphics, neat power-ups, smooth gameplay, totally addictive!”
- “Awesome story and gameplay.”
- “Premium gameplay can be sluggish.”
- “I really haven't spent much money on gameplay.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the engaging narrative and character development reminiscent of "The Book of Life," others criticize the lack of daily missions and meaningful rewards, leading to a sense of futility in gameplay. Overall, the storytelling is highlighted as a strong point, but the execution leaves some players wanting more depth and additional content.
- “Awesome story and gameplay.”
- “I like that the characters in the Book of Life are in the game, and it's like telling the story again but in a game.”
- “Like every other pay-to-advance game, there is no reward and no story. All you can get out of this game is a sense of having wasted your life on something meaningless.”
- “It stops tallying what you're getting, even when you technically win the mission.”
- “Maybe some side quests or games would have added depth to the story.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting a deep emotional connection through laughter and tears, reminiscent of their love for the associated movie. However, frustrations with gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience, leading to a sense of disappointment.
- “I love this movie; I cried, laughed, and cheered. This game is also great—it's cute, and I love it.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is enjoyable, players have noted that it requires significant improvements in performance optimization.

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