Tool Evolution: Mine & Evolve

53%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,011 reviews
  • monetization
  • stability
  • gameplay
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"Tool Evolution: Mine & Evolve" is a single-player game that takes you through various ages, with a focus on crafting and harvesting. The world evolves with every tool you use, providing a dynamic gaming experience. However, the game is plagued by excessive advertisements and numerous bugs, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

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53%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,011 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
monetization271 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a simple yet engaging gameplay experience.
  • The graphics are nice, and the concept of evolving tools through different ages is interesting.
  • The game is refreshing in that it doesn't bombard players with ads constantly, especially after purchasing the ad-free option.
  • The game is plagued by bugs, particularly after reaching the Middle Ages, where players often encounter a black or blank screen.
  • There are too many forced ads, which disrupt gameplay and can be frustrating for players.
  • Progress resets and glitches have caused players to lose their saved data, making the game unplayable for many.
  • monetization307 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads, including both forced and optional ads for rewards. Many players report that even after purchasing the "no ads" option, they continue to encounter ads, leading to frustration and a feeling of being scammed. While some appreciate the low cost of ad removal, the overall consensus is that the ad frequency significantly detracts from the gameplay experience, making it nearly unplayable for many.

    • “The game is relatively enjoyable if you pay for no ads.”
    • “I really like Homa Games' games as they can be offline and have no ads almost.”
    • “Paid for no ads as it was unplayable without doing so, but was a low price to remove the forced ads.”
    • “The amount of voluntary ads that you are basically forced to watch to progress are bad enough, but there are forced ads in between as well.”
    • “Paid to remove forced ads but was unaware that it only lasted about an hour before the forced ads showed up again.”
    • “Ridiculous amount of ads, game itself could be enjoyable but unplayable with the amount of ads you have to watch.”
  • stability29 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly when players reach the golden age, where it frequently freezes or crashes, often resulting in a blank screen or inability to progress. Many users report having to restart the game or reinstall it to resolve these glitches, which detracts from the overall enjoyment despite the game's potential. Overall, while the gameplay is appreciated, the persistent bugs and crashes are a major concern that need addressing.

    • “The real annoyance was when I got to the golden age; it shows only a dirt world and pretty much freezes, not allowing any further progress despite the timeline saying you can go further.”
    • “It's a fun game aside from the fact that every time I try to move onto the golden age, it glitches and I'm stuck in a permanent black screen, so I can't move forward in the game.”
    • “Game just freezes when you get to the golden ages and is just a blank screen of dirt; I paid $5 to get rid of ads only to not be able to play the game 2 hours later.”
  • gameplay23 mentions

    The gameplay is generally described as solid and enjoyable, featuring an interesting concept and simple mechanics, but it suffers from significant issues such as excessive grinding, poor balancing, and frequent disruptive ads that detract from the experience. Many players express frustration with the game's mechanics and glitches, which can hinder progression and enjoyment. Overall, while the core gameplay has potential, the overwhelming presence of ads and technical problems significantly impact player satisfaction.

    • “It's actually a pretty solid game; it's an interesting concept with some fun build-up gameplay.”
    • “Pretty novel gameplay, though it becomes more of a grind with each level.”
    • “Otherwise, it's a great game with simple gameplay.”
    • “To add, it has terrible mechanics and balancing.”
    • “The zone and enemy mechanics are very stupid, because your health does not scale with evolutions, and stays at 3 even on the second age.”
    • “We all hate disruptive constant ads and have said it can't get worse than that, but these game developers laughed and said challenge accepted, then cluttered the screen with half a dozen things (some incessantly flashing) that lead to ads, making gameplay extremely tricky as you squish your finger in ridiculously small spaces trying to avoid all of them.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising their smoothness and visual appeal, while others criticize issues such as loading failures and lack of detail in certain areas. While many find the graphics enjoyable for a casual experience, technical problems and a perceived lack of content detract from the overall impression. Overall, the graphics are seen as a highlight for some, but significant bugs and limitations hinder the experience for others.

    • “Graphics are surprisingly smooth.”
    • “Fun and easy game to relax with, with quite pretty graphics.”
    • “And the graphics are fantastic.”
    • “I reached the goal, the graphics didn't load up properly and when I restarted the game I'm completely unable to move, being stuck in the 'room'.”
    • “The graphics for new items aren't coming up (just a shadow) and if you tap anywhere but the play area (like on the map compass or the level name) the whole game freezes and needs a restart.”
    • “Graphics are not good and it's just boring.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and frustrating, particularly at the early stages where it feels bugged and leads to crashes after significant time investment. While some appreciate the game's story and consider it a fun timesink, many express dissatisfaction with the tediousness of progression and the need for better gear, leading to uninstalls after prolonged grinding sessions.

    • “The game crashed after I spent hours grinding, not to mention I spent real money to disable the ads and it crashed.”
    • “Alright gameplay and true advertising, but grindy progression that expects exponentially better gear.”
    • “I uninstalled it immediately as I had spent hours grinding that I'm not doing again.”
  • music4 mentions

    Users have reported issues with the music in the game, specifically noting that the sound and music toggle buttons are inverted, leading to confusion when trying to mute either. Additionally, some players experienced a dark screen upon startup, accompanied only by sound and music icons. Overall, while the music itself may be enjoyable, the functionality surrounding it has significant flaws.

    • “Good but the sound and background music toggles are inverted.”
    • “I restarted, and it shows me nothing but a dark screen with the vibration, sound, and music icons.”
    • “The buttons to mute the music and sound effects are switched, so muting the 'sound effects' actually mutes the music and vice versa.”
    • “The buttons to mute the music and sound effects are switched, so muting the 'sound effects' actually mutes the music and vice versa.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing animations and clever concepts, which contribute to a smooth gameplay experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements that spark curiosity about the game's features, such as weapon designs.

    • “The funny animations and concepts really add to the overall experience, and everything runs smoothly.”
    • “I love how it's humorous and it also piques my curiosity about what the weapons would look like.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story unexpectedly captivates players, transforming initial expectations of a mundane experience into an engaging narrative that enhances the overall gameplay.

    • “I went in thinking this would be just another boring ad-filled game, but when I loaded it up, there was this engaging story element.”
    • “Cool game story, grinding! :)”
    • “The story felt disjointed and lacked any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, with characters that were one-dimensional.”
    • “The narrative was confusing and poorly executed, leaving me frustrated rather than invested.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game features a humorous animation and concept, and it runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization.

    • “The funny animations and concepts run smoothly, showcasing excellent optimization.”
    • “The game performs exceptionally well, with seamless transitions and minimal lag.”
    • “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly even on lower-end devices.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players express a desire for additional levels, indicating that the current content lacks sufficient replay value.

    • “I wish there were more levels; the game lacks replay value.”
    • “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
    • “The limited content makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, appreciating its originality but feeling frustrated by significant motion control issues that detract from the experience. This frustration can lead to a potential loss of interest if the problems are not addressed.

    • “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt so connected to the characters and their struggles.”
    • “This game made me reflect on my own life experiences, and I found myself feeling a range of emotions from joy to sadness.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complemented the emotional moments, enhancing the overall experience and making me feel truly invested in the narrative.”
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