Twisted Tangle

Twisted Tangle is a puzzle game known for its entertaining gameplay, impressive visuals, and plenty of humor. However, it is plagued by numerous bugs and can be frustrating due to excessive advertisements. The game's slogan, "Freedom to Ropes," highlights the unique mechanic of manipulating ropes to solve puzzles and navigate through levels. Despite its flaws, Twisted Tangle offers an enjoyable and humorous experience for those who can look past its shortcomings.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

Reviews

51%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,188 reviews

gameplay36 positive mentions

monetization3,954 negative mentions

monetization
4,095 mentions
3 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with long, unskippable ads after nearly every level, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Despite the option to pay for an ad-free experience, users often find that ads still persist, further aggravating their dissatisfaction with the game's monetization strategy.
- “I like the game so I paid to have no ads.”
- “The game is fun and challenging, but the prices for in-app purchases are mostly laughable.”
- “It's a fun game with no ads, no reason why not to download it and it can test my brainpower.”
- “The game experience is hindered by an excessive number of ads and the inability to play offline.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than solving the overly simple puzzles.”
- “The game is fun, but the ads are grotesque!!”
stability
153 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and lag that disrupt gameplay, especially during timed levels. Many players express frustration over losing progress and having to restart levels due to these issues, which are exacerbated by the presence of ads. Overall, while the game has potential, its current state is marred by significant technical problems that hinder enjoyment.
- “It freezes my ability to move pieces while the time continues to go, it registers the wrong piece up to 3 spaces away that I'm trying to move and completely crashes the game during gameplay and during non-optional ads after winning, making me replay a lot of the hard and very hard levels.”
- “The game is fun but at times it makes me so mad and frustrated when the game freezes right when you're about to untangle everything, and then it unfreezes, but it brings you back to the beginning of the puzzle, to watch the ads all over again.”
- “Every time I try to pass the hard level for 200 points it glitches. Even when I pass it, the app freezes and I go back to the same place.”
gameplay
123 mentions
29 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with interesting mechanics and satisfying sounds; however, it is severely hampered by excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the flow and enjoyment of the game. Many players express frustration over the frequent interruptions caused by ads, which often outlast the actual gameplay, leading to a repetitive and frustrating experience. Additionally, issues such as clunky mechanics, unrealistic timers, and a lack of offline play further detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The actual gameplay is a lot of fun, and the sounds are very satisfying.”
- “Gameplay is fun, but the amount of pop-ups is far too much to bear.”
- “I really enjoy learning how this puzzle works, the gameplay is on par with Sudoku to scratch that brain itch, but in a brand new way.”
- “It freezes my ability to move pieces while the time continues to go, it registers the wrong piece up to 3 spaces away that I'm trying to move and completely crashes the game during gameplay and during non-optional ads after winning, making me replay a lot of the hard and very hard levels.”
- “The gameplay loop isn't addictive; it's repetitive very quickly.”
- “This game could be a nice time waster, but the fact that some of the mechanics are pretty glitchy and they have ridiculously short timers on most levels makes it extremely frustrating, and after a time, I just decided to uninstall the game.”
graphics
39 mentions
46 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful and appealing visuals, while others criticize them as laggy, basic, or reminiscent of outdated designs. Many users express frustration over the frequent and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience and can overshadow the game's graphical quality. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they suffer from optimization issues and are often overshadowed by the excessive ad presence.
- “Graphics are crazy amazing, I'm so impressed, but also super disappointed at the amount of ads, feels like I'm spending more time watching ads than playing.”
- “Great graphics and enjoyable game.”
- “The visuals are great with the different skins and backgrounds available.”
- “The visuals look a bit cheap and there are a lot of ads which get boring when the normal levels are so short.”
- “Extremely laggy to the point where it's literally unplayable despite mediocre graphics when graphics-intensive games run smoothly.”
- “Laggy, with graphics you'd expect from a Nokia, and ads that only increase in number as you play; this game is an overall unpleasant experience.”
optimization
17 mentions
18 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
41 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues, including lag, battery drain, and overheating. Many players express frustration over the excessive ad presence, which further hampers gameplay and overall experience. Despite some enjoyment of the game mechanics, the lack of proper optimization and the intrusive ads have led to a negative reception.
- “There are physics being used but still...needs graphics optimization desperately.”
- “It's either doing something it should not be doing in the background or it's very unoptimized.”
- “I understand games like these are just money grabs, but the developers should have some experience with programming simple games to be mobile-optimized.”
- “Not optimized, draining the battery and overheating my device.”
- “Was really enjoying it for the most part, but a recent update completely killed performance and now it's totally unplayable.”
humor
15 mentions
93 % positive mentions
-13 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, while others note instances of irony, such as misleading ads and broken mechanics that add to the comedic experience. Overall, the game is described as "very funny" and "cute," though some users felt it missed the mark at times.
- “It's funny that the ad suggests that the game does not require wifi and then it won't allow you to go offline.”
- “This game is utterly broken but kinda in a funny way.”
- “This is a very good game and this is a very funny game.”
- “Not funny.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
music
13 mentions
31 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's music, noting that it plays unexpectedly even when sound settings are turned off, disrupting their experience and interfering with other audio. Many reviewers mention that the constant background music and intrusive ads detract from the enjoyment of the game, leading to a negative impact on gameplay and overall satisfaction. Despite some appreciation for the music itself, the implementation and control over it are major points of contention.
- “Loved the game, but the music would start playing at random times.”
- “Cool fun! However, the app does not reflect the cool music playing during the ad!”
- “Yeah, it matches the ads, but the ads that this game spams you with every other level tend to be very loud and grating, so don't plan on listening to music or anything while trying to play this game.”
- “Update: I am now completely unable to use the app without loud background music despite turning sound off in settings.”
- “Would have been 5 stars if it would not randomly play music while sound setting is off, even when I lock my phone or don't focus on the app.”
- “Stupidly paid to remove the ads only to be suddenly bombarded with random music I couldn't turn off!”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's emotional impact, citing technical glitches that disrupt gameplay and create a sense of helplessness. The frequent and intrusive ads detract from the experience, leading to feelings of annoyance and dissatisfaction, as players feel more like they are engaging with advertisements than the game itself. Overall, the emotional experience is marred by these persistent issues, leaving players feeling frustrated and disconnected.
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the frequent interruptions from ads, which some view as a means of ad revenue farming. While the presence of ads is expected in free games, the repetitive nature of the grinding detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's just tedious.”
- “I don't typically mind free games with ads, but having them every few seconds is tedious.”
- “It is an ad revenue farming program.”
story
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's story is overshadowed by frequent advertisements that interrupt the experience after each mission, leading to player frustration. While the narrative itself may be engaging, the excessive ad placements detract significantly from the overall enjoyment.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their fates.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the atmosphere of the game, noting that it creates a relaxed environment, particularly when played at night before sleep.
- “I usually play at night before sleeping, so it's always a relaxed atmosphere.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an atmosphere that is both eerie and captivating.”