TheOdd1sOut: Let's Bounce
- October 20, 2020
- BBTV
- 3h median play time
"TheOdd1sOut: Let's Bounce" is an action-packed game with a good story and plenty of humor, featuring outstanding visuals and a wholesome theme. However, the game is weighed down by a high level of grinding, frequent advertisements, and numerous bugs. As the official mobile game of TheOdd1sOut, it offers a unique and engaging experience for fans of the creator.
Reviews
- monetization1,934 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
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 reviews highlight that ads appear after nearly every attempt, often regardless of whether players opt to watch them for rewards, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the consensus is that the frequency and intrusiveness of the ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“If you have a spare 2 dollars, I would advise to get no ads because it makes the game twice as fun.”
“I love this game just like I love his channel; you hardly pay for no ads.”
“The game is fun and it passes time well; however, I purchased no ads on the game through this Google account and I switched phones a few days after making the purchase, but after switching phones, even when I log into the same Google account, I have ads and I can't restore my purchase, so I have to pay again to have no ads.”
“The game is fun, but the ads gradually make me not want to play it at all.”
“I really love this game but it feels more like I'm spending most of my time watching ads rather than playing.”
“I understand that ads in mobile games are how the developers are supposed to make money, but it's still extremely annoying.”
- gameplay251 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking depth, often comparing it unfavorably to other similar titles like "Burrito Bison." While some appreciate the fun mechanics and graphics, a significant number of users criticize the frequent ads, confusing controls, and unoriginal gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Despite its potential, the game is seen as a cash grab with minimal innovation, making it less enjoyable for many players.
“The gameplay is simplistic yet addicting, and I really enjoy what I play.”
“The gameplay is fun and rewarding until you get to the last part where it becomes pay-to-win and is unwinnable unless you pay to buy the power-up characters.”
“I love the gameplay and mechanics, and the references are really nice but there are so many ads.”
“The gameplay is boring and it is riddled with ads more so than most other games I've played prior.”
“The gameplay is lackluster, the art is pretty bad, and nothing felt interesting overall; probably one of the worst YouTuber games I've ever played.”
“The gameplay gets very repetitive very quickly.”
- graphics148 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received a generally positive reception, with many users praising the vibrant art style and animations that reflect the creator's unique aesthetic. However, some critiques highlight inconsistencies in quality, comparing it to low-budget or bootleg games, and noting that while the visuals are appealing, they do not compensate for the game's simplistic gameplay and excessive ads. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point, but opinions vary on their execution and impact on the overall gaming experience.
“The graphics are really good and the art is great, can't wait to see how it all improves in the future.”
“This game has really fluid animation and pretty nice graphics.”
“Great game with amazing graphics, awesome to play for fun and is a big stress reliever, 10/10 would recommend as a pass-time game!”
“The first thing that caught my eye are the visuals, mainly the animation; fix it, because right now they look like something from a cheap bootleg.”
“The graphics are bad, the game is really really simple, too simple for a mobile game in 2020.”
“Just a horrible game, boring concept, unresponsive controls, bad graphics, annoying music; I could go on, just a shameful money grab to be honest.”
- music136 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players finding it repetitive, generic, and excessively loud compared to the dialogue. Users expressed frustration over the lack of options to mute or adjust the music independently, leading to an overall annoying experience that detracts from gameplay enjoyment. While some players appreciated the cheerful tone, the consensus is that the music needs significant improvement and variety to enhance the gaming experience.
“Such cute art style, relaxing music, and of course it being James is a plus.”
“I love the game, it's a little slow at times but it's perfect in every other way: the art, the music. Thanks James for making something to enjoy.”
“This game is fun and happy, and I love the music.”
“The music is very generic and the game is full of ads.”
“The music gets annoying very quickly.”
“The music is almost obnoxious since it feels like it's too try hard.”
- humor122 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it both funny and cute, reflecting the comedic style of the creator, James. Players enjoy the quirky characters and amusing gameplay mechanics, such as bouncing on heads, which elicit laughter and nostalgia. However, some critiques highlight the irony of the game's ad-heavy model, contrasting with James' previous comments about mobile games and in-app purchases, adding a layer of humor to the overall experience.
“It's both funny and cute.”
“The game describes James' childhood in a very funny and enjoyable way.”
“It's so funny 🤣 and nice 👌, but there is a twist in this game.”
- stability60 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that can even affect their devices. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay without issues, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires substantial polishing to address these stability problems. Additionally, the presence of intrusive ads further detracts from the gaming experience, leading to mixed reviews regarding its stability.
“This game is so good and entertaining, there are no glitches (so far) and I love the fact all his classic characters are in the game. I also love TheOdd1sOut's videos, so this game is perfect.”
“With no glitches or bugs whatsoever.”
“This game is very fun; no glitches I've experienced, and I'm addicted to this game. Thank you, James.”
“The animations are stiff and nowhere near as stylized as on the channel, the placement of obstacles and objects to bounce off of make little to no sense, often forcing you to hit a rock due to no other objects nearby, and the game is full of glitches.”
“I wouldn't recommend downloading this game; first of all, it freezes, and second of all, when it freezes, it takes over your entire phone.”
“Awful, almost set my phone on fire... I'm not even joking, it wouldn't load, the music was glitchy, I couldn't even turn my phone off because it was so laggy; I had to take the battery out of my phone to turn it off!”
- story34 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally criticized for being weak or nonexistent, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and engaging quests. While some appreciate the connection to the YouTube animator TheOdd1sOut, they feel that the gameplay lacks depth and variety, often resorting to repetitive mechanics. Overall, players suggest that enhancing the storyline and incorporating more character-driven elements could significantly improve the gaming experience.
“Dude, best game of the year, maybe even the decade, with the best graphics and a compelling story you can't put it down.”
“It's an awesome game featuring the best storytime animator there is, so addictive!”
“I like the game because it has an awesome storyline and the graphics look good!”
“The story is so bad the game would be better off without one.”
“There is no storyline (like the opening made it seem) and I was already sick of the music 10 minutes into playing.”
“I think this game needs some story besides the thing at the start.”
- grinding17 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the game enjoyable but note that it involves significant grinding, often requiring repetitive gameplay to collect enough resources, such as donuts or coins. While some appreciate the fun factor, many express frustration with the high demands for progression and the prevalence of ads, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game maintains a loyal fanbase who enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay.
“A smaller complaint is that the amount of donuts needed to buy something is really high; collecting enough just by playing the game normally takes a long time of grinding over and over with the same repetitive gameplay.”
“Dozens of hours of grinding are required, even if you buy the 'starter pack'. I also thought that by purchasing 'no ads' that would mean you could collect rewards by not watching them, but it's not the case; it just means no pop-up ads.”
“The game is alright, simple idea, but grinding to get the right amount of coins to get the other skins is just stupid.”
- emotional13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players finding it heartwarming and beautiful, evoking strong feelings and even tears, particularly due to the character interactions. However, many users express frustration over intrusive ads and gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience, leading to disappointment and a sense of betrayal from the game's wholesome premise. Overall, while the game has the potential for emotional resonance, the negative impact of ads and gameplay design significantly undermines it for many players.
“A true heartwarming experience, a true masterpiece.”
“Second off, I dunno 'bout y'all, but hearing James call me awesome is just heartwarming to me.”
“Beautiful game, so beautiful it made me cry. I love you, James, not in a gay way though.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report smooth performance and minimal ad interruptions, others experience significant issues such as crashes, stuttering, and overheating devices. Many users suggest that excessive ads contribute to performance problems, indicating a need for better optimization overall.
“Very good game, it runs smoothly and never has any problems. The amount of ads is perfect; you only get an ad once in a while, and the ad isn't even annoying!”
“I love James, really happy to see a game about the channel. The only thing is the game needs a little bit more optimization; sometimes when I click to drop on a bouncing object, it stutters, but other than that, I am super happy.”
“It runs smoothly and it has recognizable characters if you watch the videos on YouTube.”
“The performance seemed to be slow until I turned off my Wi-Fi to stop the ads, which seemed to resolve a lot of the performance issues.”
“It's a ripoff of many other games that do this kind of gameplay better, like Burrito Bison, but it's terribly optimized and has like one music track.”
“There are way too many ads, and the game appears to be terribly optimized as it crashes and heats up a Samsung Galaxy Note 10 from 2019.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the game easily replayable due to its fair mechanics, though some feel it suffers from repetitiveness, which limits its long-term replay value.
“Not pay-to-win, easily replayable.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
“It's too repetitive for me; there's not enough replayability, in my opinion.”
“Not pay-to-win, but it's easily replayable.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is seen as lacking, with users noting flaws in character design that do not align with the original artwork. While each character is intended to have unique abilities, players feel these are not effectively implemented in the game, leading to disappointment despite the good graphics.