Timeline Up

About

Timeline Up is a single-player platformer game that offers unique game mechanics, allowing players to evolve through different timelines. While the game has a lot of potential, it is currently full of bugs that can affect the overall gaming experience. Despite the technical issues, the concept of traversing through various timelines is intriguing and keeps players engaged in the game.

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Play Modes

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

31%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,460 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

monetization691 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good time-killing experience.
The graphics and gameplay are enjoyable, matching the ad's portrayal.
The game allows for optional ads for bonuses, which some players appreciate.

The game is riddled with forced ads after every level, contradicting its ad-free claims.
The energy system is frustrating, requiring long wait times to play again, which limits gameplay.
Many features and upgrades promised in the game remain locked or unimplemented, leading to a lack of progression.

monetization
880 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
1%
79%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism for being misleading and overly aggressive. Initially advertised as having no forced ads, players report that after a few levels, they are bombarded with mandatory ads after every run, alongside a frustrating energy system that requires watching ads or making in-app purchases to continue playing. Many users feel deceived by the game's marketing, which claims to be ad-free and playable offline, only to reveal a heavy reliance on ads and internet connectivity as they progress.
- “The game is fun, I'll give it that, and after seeing it advertised a load of times in other games in big capitals 'no ads or wifi needed', I thought I'll give it a go.”
- “Good game with no ads but I have to reopen the game every 2 rounds because of lag.”
- “Great game, no ads unless you decide to watch them for good perks which I absolutely love about games, fun gameplay.”
- “The game is an unfinished cash grab.”
- “The ads for this game say that their aren't any ads in the game itself.”
- “The advertisement is a lie.”
gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
70%
8%
The gameplay is generally described as simple and initially enjoyable, but it is heavily marred by intrusive ads that interrupt the experience, often forcing players to watch ads mid-game or after every level. Many users express frustration with the energy system, which limits gameplay time and requires watching numerous ads or spending money to continue playing. Overall, while the core gameplay can be fun, the excessive ad presence and monetization tactics significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay is exactly as shown.”
- “I like the gameplay and really appreciate the lack of forced ads.”
- “Great game, no ads unless you decide to watch them for good perks which I absolutely love about games, fun gameplay.”
- “They had listed levels to unlock certain parts of gameplay that didn't unlock.”
- “Forced ads open browser window mid-gameplay!”
- “The gameplay loop is short, which is fine, but it plays ads between every loop.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezes, particularly after ads, which are overly abundant despite claims of being ad-free. Users report that these bugs severely hinder gameplay, making it difficult to progress even through the tutorial. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, detracting from its otherwise engaging potential.
- “This app often freezes right after watching an ad for extra points.”
- “Too buggy, couldn't even play the tutorial without the app crashing and closing.”
- “Very bad game; it crashes and freezes so much I can't even play it. Even in the tutorial, it crashes and freezes every time.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many players appreciating the art style and simplicity, though some experience glitches that can disrupt gameplay. While the visuals are considered attractive and align with promotional materials, the lack of customization options and performance issues, such as overheating on devices, have been noted as drawbacks. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, despite some technical concerns.
- “This game has great potential; the art style is nice and I like the simplicity.”
- “Game is good to play and visuals are awesome.”
- “I like the graphics; quite addictive.”
- “The graphics are... a choice?”
- “No graphics or FPS customization.”
- “Feels like I'm making no progress and a lot of graphics glitch out and overlap, causing the gameplay to mess up.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively tedious and frustrating, often feeling that it serves primarily as a cash grab rather than a meaningful gameplay mechanic. The slow progression and frequent resets hinder enjoyment, leading to a lack of recommendation for the game. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the game's potential.
- “This gets tedious really quickly and so the game cannot be recommended.”
- “Far too tedious and slow to progress to get over the inconsistency of the game's upgrade patterns.”
- “You have to wait a whole hour for one energy point and it is so tedious.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its excessive and unavoidable ads, with players finding it amusing that they cannot escape watching an advertisement every minute, regardless of where they click. This over-the-top ad presence has been described as "hilariously ad-ridden," adding an ironic twist to the gameplay experience.
- “And I thought things could not be more funny.”
- “Hilariously ad-ridden.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game's replayability is hindered by its unfinished state and long wait times for lives, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and limits players' willingness to return.
- “Would be better if you didn't have to wait an hour for a life; a shorter time would make it more playable.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing a desire for more catchy tunes, while others noted the absence of sound or music altogether.
- “I love this game, but it's missing some catchy music.”
- “There is no sound or music.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being overshadowed by frequent advertisements, which disrupt the gameplay experience. Users express frustration with the game's mechanics, suggesting that changes to energy recovery could improve the overall narrative engagement.
- “I wish I could give 0 stars. Every mission ends with an advertisement, and it's incredibly frustrating!”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and the plot twists are predictable.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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150%
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, resulting in significant lag and performance issues. Users report a frustrating experience due to these shortcomings.
- “Very poorly optimized and laggy.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Optimization seems to have been an afterthought, resulting in frequent stuttering and crashes.”