Trapper 3D

"Trapper 3D" is a casual game with striking visuals and simple gameplay where you trap balls to win. However, the game is marred by frequent advertisements and numerous bugs that hinder the overall experience. Despite its issues, it can still provide some mindless entertainment for those who don't mind the drawbacks.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

37%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,820 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization927 negative mentions

The game has a fun and interactive dynamic that can be enjoyable.
The graphics are good, and the game runs smoothly when ads are not present.
The concept of the game is interesting and has potential for fun gameplay.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, with interruptions after almost every level, making it unplayable.
Many levels are too easy and repetitive, lacking challenge and engagement.
There are significant bugs, particularly at level 31, where balls glitch through walls, causing frustration.

monetization
947 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive use of ads, which many players find intrusive and overwhelming. Users report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, as well as pop-up ads that obstruct gameplay, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the sheer volume and frequency of ads in this game have made it nearly unplayable for many, prompting numerous uninstalls.
- “I appreciate no ads and no in-app purchases; the fact that the game only has 40 relatively easy levels makes it a very short game.”
- “No ads deserves a 5 star, even though the game is simple.”
- “No ads is amazing.”
- “I get that you guys need to make money, and I would expect a certain number of ads, but this borders on making the game unplayable.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “The ads cover parts of the game, making it virtually unplayable.”
gameplay
60 mentions
12 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simplistic and repetitive, with many users expressing frustration over the overwhelming presence of intrusive ads that significantly disrupt the gaming experience. While some players find the core mechanics interesting, the excessive ad interruptions and poor level design detract from any potential enjoyment, leading to a consensus that the game feels more like a cash grab than a well-executed product. Overall, the gameplay suffers from a lack of challenge and flow due to the constant barrage of advertisements.
- “Gameplay is fine, I just can't stand the amount of ads.”
- “Pretty good mechanics and fun game.”
- “Good gameplay idea, terrible execution.”
- “Further, the visuals are often unintuitive, and the gameplay is banal. One or two clicks and you're done a level, and then on to more ads.”
- “The gameplay is too simple, and not at all challenging.”
- “I spent more time on forced ads than gameplay in the first 5 minutes.”
stability
37 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous reports of lag, freezing, and glitches that cause balls to escape through walls or fail levels despite correct gameplay. Players express frustration over the frequency of these bugs, which detract from the overall experience and often require reloading the app. While the game has potential, its current state is marred by persistent technical problems that hinder progress and enjoyment.
- “It's extremely laggy and I tried level 14 three times doing it right every time, but it glitches and shoots a ball through the walls.”
- “The game glitches allowing balls to escape when they shouldn't.”
- “Very buggy, app size is too large generally for the game, balls clipping off walls, laggy and unplayable.”
graphics
9 mentions
78 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and smooth performance, especially for a free 3D title. However, some users criticize the visuals as being overshadowed by poor gameplay mechanics and excessive ad placements, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they are not enough to compensate for the game's other shortcomings.
- “The graphics are good, it doesn't run slow, and they have pretty cool skins and looks that you can buy with coins that are easy to get.”
- “Graphics are pretty good for a free 3D game and it runs pretty smoothly.”
- “Good graphics, fun to play.”
- “The visuals are often unintuitive, making the gameplay feel banal. One or two clicks and you're done with a level, only to be bombarded with more ads.”
- “The poor graphics are compounded by the most annoying ad placements.”
optimization
9 mentions
22 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
44 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent performance issues, including lag and glitches where balls pass through solid walls. Many players express frustration over the inconsistent performance, which can lead to losing levels despite proper setups, indicating a significant need for improvement in optimization. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by these technical shortcomings.
- “It might just be my phone, but it should have been at least optimized.”
- “Not gonna comment on the ads, but the basic idea is good and the game has the potential to be pretty satisfying, but it's let down by performance.”
- “Poorly optimized so it lags all the time and when it does lag it occasionally causes a ball to go out of bounds causing you to lose the level even though you set it up perfectly. This is on top of the fact that the game is also very repetitive and unoriginal in design.”
- “However, the game is poorly optimized; there were multiple levels that needed to be redone purely because the balls clipped through solid objects.”
- “This game has no optimization because the way it spawns the balls lags the game and I ended up stuck at level 51.”
music
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Users generally appreciate the music and sound effects in the game, highlighting a particular ad song as a favorite. There is a desire for more challenging levels, and some users express curiosity about the origins of the music, with requests for access to the songs on platforms like SoundCloud.
- “The song in your ad is really good and I love it!”
- “Can you maybe send the song on SoundCloud so I can hear it please?”
- “Where did you get the song or did you just make it yourself?”
- “Can you maybe send the song in SoundCloud so I can hear it please?”
- “Good morning Melanie Martinez and not sure if I love it but it was a cute girl that one song is not a sexy person to you Melanie Martinez and I don't think 🤔💬 you”
story
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as compelling and heartbreaking, delivering a nuanced and impactful message that resonates with players. However, technical issues, such as clipping and checkpoint errors, detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration despite the strong narrative.
- “One of the most breathtaking games I've ever played. The graphics are stunning, and the story is compelling and heartbreaking. The tragedy of the balls' story is truly a nuanced and impactful message for the player, teaching me a life lesson. Compared to cash grabs like Xenoblade and Persona 5, Trapper 3D really takes storytelling to the next level. 10/10.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for being very funny and entertaining, appealing to a broad audience with its lively and noisy comedic elements.
- “A very funny and entertaining game that anyone can enjoy.”
- “Funny, fun, and full of noise.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional depth of the game to be profound, highlighting its compelling and heartbreaking narrative that delivers impactful life lessons. The graphics and storytelling are praised for elevating the overall experience, setting it apart from other titles.
- “One of the most breathtaking games I've ever played. The graphics are stunning, and the story is compelling and heartbreaking. The tragedy of the ball's story is truly a nuanced and impactful message for the player, teaching me a life lesson. Compared to cash grabs like Xenoblade and Persona 5, Trapper 3D really takes storytelling to the next level. 10/10.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Many users express frustration that ad farming is negatively impacting the gaming experience, suggesting that it detracts from the overall enjoyment and integrity of games.
- “Ad farming is destroying games.”