Uno PlayLink

About

UNO PlayLink is a console version of the popular card game, exclusively for PS4. It allows for local multiplayer gameplay, so you can play with friends and family in the same room. The game features the classic UNO gameplay, where players match colors and numbers to be the first to get rid of all their cards. With PlayLink, you can use your smartphone as a controller to make the experience more interactive and engaging.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,978 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability41 negative mentions

Gameplay is super fun and works well with using phone as cards.
Great for local multiplayer, allowing friends and family to join without needing extra controllers.
When it works correctly, it offers a more enjoyable experience than traditional controller gameplay.

The app frequently crashes, freezes, or fails to connect to the PS4, making it frustrating to use.
Lacks support for newer decks and DLCs, limiting gameplay options to the original Uno.
The app has not been updated in years, leading to compatibility issues with newer devices and game modes.

stability
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
98%
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues with the app not syncing correctly with the console, leading to mismatched decks and unresponsive controls. Overall, the game is described as buggy and in need of urgent updates to resolve these persistent stability problems.
- “The app runs smoothly, accommodating plenty of play styles.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs; the stability is impressive.”
- “The game maintains a consistent performance, making it enjoyable to play.”
- “The game is kinda buggy for some devices and doesn't even work for others.”
- “Buggy and doesn't work properly with PS4 game and keeps crashing, been like it for over a year but still no sign of being fixed, still no Playlink support for all the DLC.”
- “It freezes and you have to end the match and start over.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing frustration over the presence of ads despite having paid for the game, which they feel detracts from the overall experience. While the game is praised for its quality and responsiveness, concerns about pay-to-win elements and promotional ads for DLC have also been noted.
- “No ads, very responsive to the screen with slight lag, has a little something for everybody.”
- “I paid for this game, so I'm not happy about the ads I get whenever I use an action card.”
- “This game is too good to have pay-to-win style advertising, although to a much lesser degree.”
- “Didn't realize it was Ubisoft, but all doubts are gone as soon as you see the ads for DLC.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Users express frustration with the story aspect of the game, highlighting compatibility issues between the app and various themes, particularly with the Fenyx Quest DLC. The disconnect between what is displayed on the phone and TV has rendered certain themes unselectable, leading to a disappointing experience, especially for those who have paid for the content. Overall, there is a strong call for developers to address these technical problems to enhance the storytelling experience.
- “Has always been a little iffy, but since the new Fenyx Quest DLC, the app doesn't work at all.”
- “Works fine on my PS5, but I cannot play the Fenyx's Quest DLC, which is upsetting since I paid for it.”
- “Developers, please update the app so that it may work with the Uno Flip and Fenyx's Quest add-ons.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are generally considered satisfactory, with some users noting that they are "alright" while others appreciate them as "cool." However, the focus on gameplay means players often look at the TV rather than the graphics themselves. Overall, opinions on the visual quality are mixed, with ratings ranging from 2 stars to positive remarks.
- “The graphics are cool.”
- “Top-notch graphics.”
- “The graphics are alright, but you're looking at the TV most of the time.”
- “Top tucker sarieaana graphics.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay is engaging and effectively utilizes the phone as a card interface, providing a fun experience. However, players should be mindful of potential repetitiveness over time. Overall, the presentation complements the gameplay well.
- “Gameplay is super fun and works pretty well with using the phone as cards.”
- “Nice presentation and gameplay.”
- “Strongly consider if you get tired of repetitive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels monotonous and lacks variety.”
- “I found the mechanics to be clunky and unresponsive, which made the experience frustrating.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as both entertaining and absurd, often relying on playful jabs at cultural stereotypes, particularly Spanish culture. Players find the comedic elements to be a mix of lighthearted fun and provocative, eliciting both laughter and a sense of discomfort.
- “So dumb it's funny 😂😂”
- “Funny and also triggering”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the app is widely criticized, with users reporting significant issues and calling for urgent updates to improve performance. Overall, the consensus is that the app suffers from poor optimization.
- “Horrible app; it needs to be optimized and updated.”
- “Really bad optimization.”