Swing Rider

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Swing Rider is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Semeevs and was released on November 12, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Swing Rider! is an exhilarating adventure game set in a vibrant city, featuring one-tap easy-to-learn controls and cool animation. Players swing through the urban jungle using simple and addictive gameplay mechanics, overcoming obstacles and challenges along the way. With its pick-up-and-play style, Swing Rider! offers a fun and engaging experience for all ages.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,313 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

monetization515 negative mentions

The gameplay is fun and surprisingly challenging, requiring pinpoint accuracy to navigate structures.
The animations and mechanics are well-executed, providing a visually appealing experience.
It's a great game for passing time, especially when waiting or during downtime.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, with a 30-second ad after every short race, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of sound during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.
The game feels repetitive with limited content, as there is only one mode and few unlockable features.

monetization
529 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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97%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, with frequent 30-second ads appearing after nearly every race, making the experience feel more like an advertising platform than a game. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the overwhelming volume and intrusive nature of the ads have led to a negative impact on overall enjoyment, prompting many to consider uninstalling the game.
- “69p for no ads and it's a winner.”
- “I really love the game, no ads or anything. I did about 100 levels and no ads, so I recommend downloading it today.”
- “It's very fun, no ads.”
- “The amount of ads in this game is ridiculous, having a 30-second game and an ad in between each one.”
- “You will spend more time watching ads than enjoying the game.”
- “This game is riddled with ads on every level, it's an okay game besides that.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The gameplay is generally described as smooth and enjoyable, featuring good mechanics and animations; however, it is heavily marred by an excessive number of ads that interrupt the experience, often making it feel repetitive and frustrating. Many users express a desire for more content and variety, as well as improvements to the ad frequency, which detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some find the gameplay fun initially, the overwhelming presence of ads leads to a consensus that it becomes uninteresting and tedious over time.
- “The gameplay and animations feel great, controls are fluid, and I like the animations for when you hit objects or when you go between the scaffolding on a bridge.”
- “Great gameplay, simple but fun.”
- “The gameplay is really fun and challenging.”
- “The gameplay makes up 10 percent of the game, and even if you can get past the 90 percent of ads, then the gameplay is meh at best.”
- “I swear literally after every race you get a 30 second ad which is so unbelievably annoying, gameplay is fine but my god it's unplayable.”
- “The game is more advertisements than gameplay.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "amazing" and "great," while others criticize them as "poor" and "blotchy." Many users appreciate the game's visual style and the effort put into it, but there are consistent calls for improvements, particularly regarding bugs and detail. Overall, while the graphics can enhance the experience, they are not universally well-received, with some players willing to overlook them for the fun gameplay.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “I also like this because the graphics change here and there and you guys actually put effort into the game.”
- “Boy this game is amazing no bugs zero, animations are on point graphics are really top level for this kind of game.”
- “This game is one of the worst games I have ever played, in terms of graphics and loading times.”
- “It is often very buggy and the graphics are very blotchy and not detailed.”
- “The graphics are terrible and my game kept freezing.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, including texture issues, gameplay interruptions, and crashes that disrupt progress. While some players enjoy the overall experience, the prevalence of bugs and graphical problems significantly detracts from the gameplay, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the game is seen as fun but marred by stability issues that need addressing.
- “Yes, but no glitches happen.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate the consistent performance; it never lags or freezes.”
- “Your cityscape level has a problem with black texture glitches showing up in the race path and makes it incredibly frustrating to plan your next move.”
- “So I decided to pay for the swing rider premium and now I'm permanently stuck on level 16. I've completed it repeatedly in every position from 1st to last, and upon completion, I press the green button for the next level and it glitches out and takes me to my phone's home screen. I go to try and open the app from my recent apps that are still open, and it starts me on level 16 all over again. Sure glad I spent money to play one level over and over; it was far better with the ads at least I could advance.”
- “So full of bugs and glitches; if you're winning, either a glitch will make you fall or an ad will pop up in the middle of your screen. Good idea but made terribly.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music aspect is largely criticized, as players note the absence of in-game music and sound effects, which detracts from the overall experience. Many users express frustration with frequent ads interrupting their ability to listen to personal playlists, and they suggest that the addition of a soundtrack would significantly enhance gameplay. Overall, while some enjoy playing alongside their own music, the lack of integrated audio elements is a common complaint.
- “It is a really enjoyable game (listen to music for optimum enjoyment).”
- “Could see this being a huge hit if the races were longer and had soundtracks to go with it.”
- “It is very good but still if you add music it will be even better.”
- “The game has ads after every level, so I can't even listen to music without it getting paused constantly. In a game with no music or sound, might I add, there is input lag at times which can mean you hit a sign or bridge at critical moments since the game got choppy for a second.”
- “1 star less because this game has no music or sound effects.”
- “But no sound or music, PvP isn't real, more time in ads than the game.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it entertaining and amusing, particularly due to the comedic element of competing against CPU-controlled "online players." Overall, it delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable experience that resonates well with its audience.
- “A fun and funny game.”
- “Funny because the online players are CPUs ”
- “It's really nice and funny.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that enhancing the story with elements like prizes, outfit choices, and a more engaging narrative could motivate players to continue their gaming experience.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest enhancing character development by incorporating more stages and options for online gameplay, while also expressing concerns about the character designs. Overall, there is a desire for deeper progression and customization in character development.
- “I'd recommend adding more stages, the option of online gameplay against other players, character development, and career options.”
- “I'd recommend adding more stages, options for online gameplay against other players, and improvements to character development and career options.”
- “The only problem I have is with the character designs.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to excessive ad farming, which has led some to consider uninstalling despite enjoying the game itself.
- “Uninstalling due to ad farming.”
- “Good game, just the ads are a bit tedious.”