Tricky Taps

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Tricky Taps is a single player action game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Addiction alert! Roll the ball and watch it jump as you bounce it off the traps.

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,388 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

monetization425 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with simple controls and challenging levels.
Good time-killer with smooth graphics and mechanics, playable offline.
Engaging puzzle concepts with varying obstacles and satisfying physics.

Excessive and intrusive ads after nearly every level, disrupting gameplay flow.
Frequent crashes and glitches, including freezing and loading failures.
Inconsistent physics and some impossible or frustrating level designs.

monetization
436 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
Reviews overwhelmingly criticize the game's monetization due to excessive, frequent, and often long unskippable ads that significantly disrupt gameplay and frustrate users. Many players report ads after every level or death, sometimes lasting longer than the gameplay itself, leading to crashes and forcing some to disable internet or uninstall. Although some appreciate the fun gameplay and reasonable ad removal price, the aggressive ad strategy is widely seen as detrimental to the overall experience.
- “$1.99 for no ads - very reasonable!”
- “There are no ads in between levels or any of that.”
- “Really good game when in the car traveling, no ads.”
- “The concept is good but the physics are a little inconsistent and there's too many ads. I got one on the loading screen (a fullscreen ad, not just a banner) and ads every 1 and a half minutes or so. It even redirected me to an app in the Play Store without warning, and when I closed the ad, it usually opened anyway, negating the dismissal.”
- “Forced 30 second ads after every single level, fail or win, even if you don't tap the 'revive' button.”
- “I can't even enjoy the game; I spend more time watching ads than actually playing.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
38%
9%
The gameplay is generally described as simple, fun, and engaging with smooth controls and unique mechanics, offering good replayability and interesting levels. However, many users find the experience significantly disrupted by excessive and intrusive ads that hinder gameplay flow. Some note occasional glitches and a lack of initial instruction, but overall, the gameplay is well-received despite repetitiveness and ad-related frustrations.
- “This game employs a teach-through-gameplay method, similar to what was used in Mega Man X and other favorites.”
- “I really enjoy this game; it is very unique from other ball maze games, with lots of replayability moments where you can retry any level at any point. I love the different mechanics of the various shaped pieces.”
- “The controls are simple, the gameplay is intuitive, and the levels are fun!”
- “The mechanics of this game are bad; the game has a delay when you hold the button, but the delay is a few seconds and the graphics are poor.”
- “Ads across the bottom of the screen, when gameplay requires tapping, are a pain due to unintentional taps on the ads.”
- “Gameplay is really repetitive and there are way too many ads; do yourself a favor and don't download this.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
4%
14%
The game's graphics are generally praised for being appealing, smooth, and well-designed, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While some users find the graphics simple or average, most appreciate the character and level designs. A few mention performance issues like sluggishness, but the visual quality is mostly considered a strong point.
- “The graphics are great and the gameplay is awesome!”
- “Best game I've ever played; amazing graphics, controls, and it's very smooth. Well done to the makers of this game, you're amazing, keep up the good work.”
- “Great game, smooth graphics, and virtually no game-interrupting ads unlike most other games.”
- “The mechanics of this game are bad, the game has a delay when you hold the button but the delay is a few seconds and the graphics suck too.”
- “I would give it 5 stars but the graphics are not good and it gives a lot of ads.”
- “The graphics are ok but they give you ads after every level; they are also sort of money hungry, trying to convince you to buy things like skins to improve your experience.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report frequent stability issues, including frequent freezing, glitches causing stuck or impossible levels, and unexpected crashes, especially in endless mode. While the gameplay is generally enjoyable, these technical problems significantly disrupt the experience and need urgent fixing.
- “Not even a bad game, but it runs terribly, freezes up every couple of seconds and then kicks back on but you're further down the level than you were when it froze.”
- “When ever I play endless, there are some glitches like not being able to move on because the floor is raised and uneven or when I'm going to a different checkpoint it will just freefall and kill me for no reason.”
- “I open it, it gives me the CrazyLabs logo and then freezes and kicks me out.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is lighthearted and clever, often arising from unexpected or tricky moments that challenge players. Many users find it amusing when they experience surprising outcomes or realize they can overcome difficult obstacles, adding to the fun and engaging nature of the gameplay.
- “It's funny because you sometimes feel like you can't do it but you realize you can when you do.”
- “It's tricky but funny.”
- “It is funny and it's a mind game.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
Users criticize the game's music aspect for frequently interrupting their own music playback due to persistent ads, which disrupts the overall gameplay experience.
- “I like to play the game and listen to music together.”
- “Tried playing without airplane mode and couldn't do it this time because this actually stops any music you have playing just so you can watch an ad for Color Switch or some other game created to bombard you with more ads.”
- “I can't with this game, it has too many ads and keeps interrupting the music and my play time.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers high replayability with unique mechanics and the ability to revisit any level at any time, providing ongoing challenges. However, some users feel that key challenging elements should not be easily accessible without effort.
- “I really enjoy this game; it is very unique compared to other ball maze games. There are lots of replayability moments where you can try any level you like at any time, and I love the different mechanics of the various shaped pieces.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the character designs, particularly highlighting the cookie character, which contributes to the game's appeal. However, there is little mention of deep character development beyond design aesthetics.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is engaging and relatable, often resonating deeply with players on a personal level.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a strong emotional impact, capable of making players cry, though its difficulty may be challenging for some. It is best enjoyed by those ready for a tough, emotionally engaging experience.