Traffic Run!
- August 31, 2018
- Geisha Tokyo, Inc.
Traffic Run! is an action-packed game with striking visuals and plenty of humor, despite being quite buggy and marred by annoying ads. As the game describes, you'll be going for a drive, weaving through traffic without causing any crashes. However, the frequent bugs and intrusive ads can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Reviews
- monetization4,004 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to the excessive number of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. Users report experiencing ads after nearly every level, often longer than the actual gameplay itself, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some players suggest turning off Wi-Fi to avoid ads, the general consensus is that the ad frequency significantly detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
“I paid for no ads after the first 100 or so levels.”
“I really would recommend that the makers of the game create a no ads premium option so that there would be generally fewer ads than there are currently in the game.”
“Love this game, great time waster; just turn on your phone's airplane mode and no ads will bother you.”
“I spent more time watching forced advertisements than I did actually playing the 5-second duration levels.”
“The ads are longer than the levels and you get one after every level as well as there being a banner ad at the bottom of the game the entire time.”
“You will literally spend more time waiting for ads than playing the game.”
- stability170 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent glitches, freezes, and lag reported throughout gameplay. Many players experience issues such as cars disappearing, unexpected crashes, and the game becoming unresponsive, particularly at higher levels. While some find the glitches amusing, the overall consensus is that these technical problems detract from the gaming experience, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
“This game is very well structured and there are no glitches.”
“An amazing game and no glitches at all.”
“It's great, no glitches, no black screens.”
“Game glitches every 2 seconds.”
“The game has so many glitches!”
“It's a great game honestly but I'd recommend they add modes and fix the bugs & glitches!”
- graphics157 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the art style and smooth visuals, while others criticize them as basic or poor. Many users express frustration over lag and glitches, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, a significant number of reviews highlight the need for improvement in visual quality.
“The graphics are superb.”
“Great graphics, addictive gameplay, and would be a fun way to pass the time.”
“The graphics are colorful and fun, which is great.”
“The graphics are really poor.”
“Horrible graphics and the levels are easy.”
“The graphics are poor and the game itself delays.”
- gameplay127 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is frequently criticized for being overly simplistic, repetitive, and lacking challenge, with many users reporting that the ad-to-gameplay ratio is heavily skewed, often resulting in more time spent watching ads than actually playing. While some players find the concept enjoyable and the graphics appealing, the intrusive ads significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and, in many cases, uninstallation of the game. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a missed opportunity, hindered by excessive advertising and minimal depth.
“I really like the way the game is set up and the gameplay.”
“The simple, straightforward gameplay is nice.”
“Cool game, really gets you going and properly addictive simple gameplay but challenging at the same time... get it .. hours of fun.”
“The game is more ads than actual gameplay.”
“Gameplay is repetitive and doesn't get any more difficult than the first level, no new mechanics.”
“Too many ads and the brake mechanics are absurd.”
- humor99 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding joy in the chaotic crashes, amusing glitches, and the overall absurdity of the gameplay. Many users highlight the funny sound effects and the lighthearted nature of the game, making it entertaining for all ages, despite some complaints about frequent ads. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its addictive and enjoyable experience.
“The game is very addictive and humorous.”
“I really like this game and I gave it 4 stars✨ the really fun thing about that I do is I go when a car is gonna go and then the car hits me then I say 'boi why did you do that now I must make a whole new life.' then I start laughing.”
“This game is so funny and me and my brother laughed so much because of the crunched cars.”
“I love this game; by the way, if you put the car in the middle of a train track and the train comes, it looks hilarious (although that's not funny in real life)!!!”
- music21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users expressing frustration over the app's tendency to pause background music and other processes when opened. While some players enjoy listening to their own music while playing, they also desire more in-game music and sound effects, as the current offerings are minimal and often annoying. Overall, there is a strong call for improved audio features to enhance the gaming experience.
“Awesome nonstop fun to play at night listening to music.”
“I love it and having my favorite song playing to omg can't stop playing it!!!!”
“Just wish there was a little music to go with the gameplay, but still a great game.”
“And the ads are intrusive; they stop my music from playing while I'm playing the game.”
“It's poorly optimized and has no music at all.”
“This also pauses your music, which is awful.”
- optimization17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant lag, texture bugs, and poor performance overall, making it unplayable for many. While some players find it fun, the lack of unique car performance and excessive ads detract from the experience, leading to a sense of repetitiveness and frustration. Overall, the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance gameplay and user satisfaction.
“The game is interesting though it is poorly optimized and has texture bugs in both the game environment and car models.”
“I love the performance of this app and it takes the best out of boring.”
“I like the way that the game runs smoothly.”
“The game is interesting though it is poorly optimized and has texture bugs in both the game environment and the car models.”
“Optimization is terrible and there are way too many ads.”
“Game was fun while ads were blocked; I unlocked all cars in an hour, and then I switched to mobile data. The game was more focused on downloading ads than on performance, which lagged out completely. It became unplayable, so I uninstalled it as the game was stale after the cars were unlocked and just repeated levels.”
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as limited and lacking depth, with players expressing frustration over frequent ads interrupting gameplay. While some find the game enjoyable and entertaining, the overall narrative experience is considered weak and not a significant draw.
“I hope you try it; it's the best game I have ever played. Yes, I have played other games, but they are boring. This one is the funniest I have ever played in my life. If you're seeing my story, I hope you understand about this game. I love it.”
“Very limited storyline and incentives.”
“Do not download, it's a scam jam-packed with 30-second ads after each mission.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, with many expressing frustration over the lengthy process required to earn enough coins to unlock all cars without ads. The quick completion of levels contributes to a sense of monotony, making the experience feel laborious after only a short playtime.
“Despite the levels beginning to recycle, it took me until around level 730 to gain the coins I needed to unlock all the cars without ads, which began to get tedious.”
“I found the gameplay very tedious and repetitive after literally 5 minutes of playing.”
“This becomes tedious, especially because most levels take only a few seconds.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of frustration and enjoyment regarding the game's emotional impact. While they appreciate the fun gameplay, the overwhelming presence of ads and technical glitches detracts from their overall experience, leading to feelings of annoyance and a desire for improvements.
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable enough to return to, others feel it lacks depth and quickly becomes monotonous, leading to uninstallation.
“This game offers incredible replayability with its diverse gameplay options and multiple endings.”
“I love how each playthrough feels unique, thanks to the different choices and paths available.”
“The variety of challenges and unlockable content keeps me coming back for more!”
“Has absolutely no replayable qualities once you get bored of 'press to drive forward'.”
“After completing the game, there’s little incentive to go back; the lack of varied paths or choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers no new experiences on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel like a one-and-done deal.”