Where's My Water?

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Where's My Water? is a single player casual puzzle game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Where's My Water? is a single-player puzzle game praised for its engaging gameplay and good graphics. It challenges players to guide water through intricate levels to help Swampy the alligator, earning it the "Game of the Year" award. Despite being full of bugs, its clever puzzles offer a fun and rewarding experience.

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 740 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability117 negative mentions

The game is a nostalgic classic with engaging puzzles that challenge players without being overly frustrating.
It is ad-free and offers a straightforward purchasing model, allowing players to enjoy the game without interruptions.
The intuitive design and charming graphics make it enjoyable for both kids and adults, providing a fun way to pass the time.

Many levels are plagued by glitches that make them unplayable, particularly on newer devices, leading to frustration for players.
The game requires additional purchases for full access to all levels, which can feel deceptive after paying for the initial game.
There are significant issues with the game's physics, causing liquids to behave incorrectly and making some levels impossible to complete.

stability
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The game suffers from numerous stability issues, with players reporting game-breaking glitches that render many levels unplayable. Common problems include physics malfunctions, such as water not moving correctly and mechanics failing to function, leading to frustration and the need to skip levels. While some users have found workarounds, the overall consensus is that the game's stability has significantly declined, impacting enjoyment and progression.
- “This is very sad; years ago, when the game was free, my son and I had lots of fun playing this together and completed the game with no glitches.”
- “On the other hand, I am on level 4-2 and have already found 2 levels that have game-breaking physics glitches that make them nearly impossible to complete, which is frustrating since I paid money for this game.”
- “Game is buggy and a lot of the levels can't be completed because the animation doesn't work as it should.”
- “It's literally impossible to beat all levels because some levels are glitched. Please fix this.”
monetization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
18%
41%
The monetization model of "Where's My Water" is generally praised for being ad-free, which many players appreciate as a refreshing change from typical mobile games. However, some users express disappointment over the in-app purchases required to unlock additional levels, feeling that this aspect is misleading and detracts from the overall experience. While the game is playable offline and offers a solid experience without aggressive monetization tactics, the presence of paid level packs has led to mixed feelings among players.
- “Unlike pretty much every modern mobile game that screams about having no ads, Where's My Water is truly ad-free.”
- “Still worth 4 stars as it is playable completely offline, no microtransactions, just level packs, and tons of inventive puzzles.”
- “Designed to be fun, and not pushy with microtransactions.”
- “The reason I gave it 4 stars is because I am disappointed that after paying for the game, I have to make further in-app purchases to unlock more levels.”
- “I know it says 'in-app purchases' but this is just deceptive; I assumed they were for power-ups (which this version doesn't even have), but nope, for levels. They should make it clear you are only purchasing a few levels that barely work.”
- “You pay for it and get the ads, no deal.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
59%
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The gameplay experience is a mix of nostalgia and frustration, as many players appreciate the classic mechanics and character diversity but report significant issues with glitches and bugs that render several levels unbeatable. Common problems include lag, broken water mechanics, and malfunctioning game elements, particularly on certain platforms, which detract from the overall enjoyment and challenge of the game. While some players still find the gameplay enjoyable, the frequency and severity of these malfunctions have led to a disappointing experience for many.
- “I bought this game to play it again, and the gameplay is still great.”
- “I also was pleasantly surprised that the different characters have different mechanics and require different strategies.”
- “Excellent gameplay experience!”
- “The game lags during play and even treats some mechanics as completely untouched when you attempt to move things, causing levels to be unbeatable.”
- “The water mechanics are completely broken, which results in you not being able to complete levels.”
- “Good game, but frequently has bugs that ruin the mechanics of the game and make it unplayable.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their quality and visual appeal, particularly in terms of the overall design and audio. However, several users report significant graphical glitches and issues, such as disappearing elements and choppy fluid animations, which can hinder gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there are notable concerns regarding stability and consistency.
- “I love the graphics, the story, and the puzzle.”
- “Rich puzzle game with great graphics and audio.”
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “Sometimes it's just graphic glitches, but sometimes it's entire mechanics (i.e., the vacuum not moving, fans not working in time, etc.). I've had a level or two I've had to skip because the glitches make it unbeatable.”
- “Things disappear or go halfway behind other graphics.”
- “Broken abandonware that has really buggy graphics and controls.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
23%
33%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative, character development, and challenging puzzles. However, some users have noted issues with gameplay malfunctions and the need to repurchase individual story segments. Overall, the combination of good graphics and a fun storyline makes it an enjoyable experience for many.
- “I love the graphics, the story, and the puzzle.”
- “Great strategy game with a fun story.”
- “I like the introduction to the side characters having their own story/levels.”
- “You must repurchase each story separately.”
- “Level 4-20 won't work in Swampy's story.”
- “And make Allie and Cranky's story and also the mystery duck free because I really want to play it!”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing the overall experience, with many users appreciating the background music and sound effects that complement the visuals and gameplay. However, some players have reported technical issues, such as crackling sounds on certain devices, which detracts from the enjoyment of the music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point of the game, contributing to its charm and challenge.
- “Played this years ago - excellent game, gets really challenging, love the visuals and the music!”
- “Love the characters, background music and all the unique levels.”
- “Great game, music and sound effects really add.”
- “Although the music and sound effects are just one on and one off, my speaker on my Google Pixel 6a keeps crackling with the sounds from it.”
- “This is a good game; the problem is the game doesn't work properly on my device. The physics for the moving walls are off, and I can't scroll to the bottom of the music box screen.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it clever and entertaining, making it one of the best mobile games in this regard. However, some users express frustration over the need to purchase additional levels, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is described as both challenging and captivating, with a strong comedic element.
- “Best puzzle and funny game.”
- “Clever and funny, probably the best game for mobile devices.”
- “Challenging, funny, and captivating.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's optimization is lacking, particularly on tall-screen devices with display cutouts, leading to broken physics and uncompletable levels unless specific settings are adjusted, such as disabling Samsung's game optimization and lowering refresh rates.
- “First, I'd like to see it optimized for tall-screen devices with display cutouts.”
- “Physics are broken, and some levels can't be completed unless you turn off Samsung Game Optimization, set it to battery saver, and low refresh rate.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by significant bugs, particularly with moving mechanisms that glitch and cause unexpected failures, leading to frustration rather than engagement.