Wish Stone - Nonogram | Game Brain — video game discovery

About

Wish Stone - Nonogram is a single player casual puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Take off to Sky Island in search of the magic marble that grants any wish.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 762 reviews

story157 positive mentions

monetization101 negative mentions

The game features beautiful art and engaging storylines that enhance the puzzle-solving experience.
Controls are intuitive and responsive, making it easy to navigate through puzzles of varying difficulty.
The game offers a generous number of puzzles and allows for a relaxing gameplay experience with minimal intrusive ads.

Some puzzles contain errors that prevent completion, leading to frustration for players.
The larger puzzles (30x30) can be difficult to manage on smaller screens, making it hard to accurately select squares.
There are frequent ads that can obstruct gameplay, particularly when they cover important UI elements.

story
277 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
41%
2%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and beautiful illustrations that enhance the puzzle-solving experience. However, some users noted issues with translation errors, plot inconsistencies, and an abrupt or confusing ending, which detracted from their overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the integration of the story with the puzzles is praised as a unique and rewarding feature, making it a compelling aspect of the game.
- “This is a great game with an engaging story.”
- “The story is engaging and the pictures and music are beautiful.”
- “I love that it all combines to tell a story.”
- “What I don't love is that the story really didn't end so much as it quit.”
- “But sadly the story being interesting made it an even bigger blow when reaching the end of the story section of the game, as the last chapters are rather senseless and confusing.”
- “The story is quite hard to understand.”
monetization
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
Overall, the monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews. While many players appreciate the non-intrusive and infrequent nature of the ads, some express frustration over the frequency and loudness of advertisements, particularly when they disrupt gameplay. Additionally, issues with paid ad removal options not functioning properly have led to dissatisfaction among users who expected a completely ad-free experience.
- “Ads were nonintrusive and no ads when offline.”
- “I usually end up buying his/her game for the $2 or $3 to have no ads.”
- “Amazing game, almost no ads, but I wanna know how the story continues :(”
- “The game was fine but it was very hard to enjoy due to the ads.”
- “Fantastic game, but ads are too frequent and way too loud compared to the soothing game music.”
- “It would be good, but half the time the ads cover the numbers and make it impossible to play.”
music
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
38%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and pleasant qualities, complementing the fantasy-inspired art style and enhancing the overall experience. While many players appreciate the soothing background music, some note that it can become repetitive, and there are complaints about loud ads interrupting the serene atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered beautiful and fitting, though players express a desire for more variety.
- “The music seems fantasy inspired, which is very befitting for the art style of the game and is generally very pleasant to listen to while playing, as it isn't too distracting.”
- “The story is engaging, and the pictures and music are beautiful.”
- “I love everything about this game; the music is great.”
- “Secondly, the music was a short piece only, hearing it again and again was a bit annoying.”
- “I have the volume off for the game because I listen to books or music, but the ad volume is much louder and jarring.”
- “The music is not that good and the tiles are very bland.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and artistic style, contributing to a pleasant overall aesthetic experience. While many users appreciate the charming visuals and calming artwork, some note that certain graphics can be too small or detailed, making them difficult to recognize. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay and story.
- “The art style is beautiful and the story was pretty good.”
- “Incredible game that helps with mental stimulation, beautiful artwork, calming music (only one track), and a cute set of stories!”
- “Gorgeous graphics, beautiful background music”
- “I'm working the 20x20 grids and a couple of the graphics have been too tiny or with too many details to be recognized.”
- “This problem could be solved by having larger graphics on the 'list' page.”
- “Yawn... nothing like what's implied by graphic and description... seriously dull... the puzzles do make you think... but they are repetitive... and your prize for solving one... ?”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
The gameplay is generally described as solid and engaging, featuring typical nonogram mechanics that are easy to follow and intuitive. While some players appreciate the calming nature and beautiful art, others note minor glitches and a lack of challenge in larger grids. Overall, the game offers a pleasant experience with a good balance of puzzles and story, though some players find it too easy or visually straining over extended play.
- “First the good: this is a solid puzzle game, with an engaging story and unique mechanics to unveil as you progress.”
- “Exceptional gameplay.”
- “Simple and relaxing gameplay, and a charming story and artwork which doesn't try and impose itself too much.”
- “There is nothing special about the gameplay; this is a typical nonogram game.”
- “If this gets fixed, I'd easily bring this back up to a 5☆, but as is, it ruins the gameplay of the 30x30s that I love so much.”
- “Update after many hours of gameplay: very strenuous on the eyes, especially with larger boards.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, frequently freezing during various actions such as pausing, completing puzzles, and even during the tutorial. Users report needing to restart the app multiple times due to these persistent glitches, which severely disrupt gameplay.
- “Freezes constantly if you pause on any screen other than the puzzles themselves; the game will freeze up as if an ad is about to launch, and you need to close it and reopen it to try again.”
- “If I hit 'next' after completing one, the game freezes and I have to back completely out of the app and restart it.”
- “Game freezes for several minutes after every move.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates strong optimization, with users reporting good performance and no crashes or freezes attributed to ads.
- “Good performance - not a single crash or freeze caused by ads.”
- “The game runs smoothly on all devices, showcasing excellent optimization.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it loads quickly and maintains a steady frame rate.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by occasional amusing moments, particularly in the use of English, which adds a lighthearted touch without causing confusion.
- “The humor in the game is clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the dialogue is filled with witty jokes and puns that make every interaction enjoyable.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious antics add a delightful charm to the gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as exceptional, noting its immersive qualities that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The ambient sounds and visuals create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players found the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, highlighting a touching and wholesome payoff in the story that resonated deeply with them.
- “The payoff of the story was touching and wholesome.”