Wonka's World of Candy Match 3

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Wonka's World of Candy Match 3 is an adventure game that offers engaging match-3 puzzles and a charming story set in Willy Wonka's iconic chocolate factory. Despite its beautiful graphics, great soundtrack, and plenty of humor, the game is marred by frequent ads and bugs that may disrupt the experience. Overall, it's a fun and visually appealing game for fans of matching puzzles and the beloved candy-filled world of Willy Wonka.

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Play Modes

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

Wonka's World of Candy Match 3 screenshot

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics729 positive mentions

stability218 negative mentions

graphics
927 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
21%
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their vibrant colors, detailed designs, and faithful representation of the original movie. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals and animations, which enhance the overall gaming experience, although some have noted issues with lag and graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and nostalgia.
- “The graphics and characters are incredibly true to the original movie.”
- “The graphics are beautiful when you're building your factory...and everything about it is adorable!!”
- “Absolutely love this game, its awesome, fantastic graphics, very detailed, colorful and spot on to the characters' likenesses.”
- “The game itself is really enjoyable, but my experience has been ruined due to the incredibly high amount of graphical glitches in the game.”
- “Other graphics vanished behind black squares.”
- “From slow graphics and updates, to the game freezing, to levels not even loading.”
stability
225 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay and cause loss of progress. While some players note improvements after updates, many still experience persistent issues, particularly during transitions and when attempting to watch ads for rewards. Overall, the game is described as enjoyable but marred by technical problems that hinder the experience.
- “I've had no glitches; I'm on level 300 and something.”
- “No glitches or problems with the game; it runs smoothly.”
- “Excellent game - no glitches yet.”
- “Do not install. Game freezes, you lose game content. Tried to get a hold of Zynga to fix the problem, but they never sorted it out. Waste of time playing this game. I got to level 117, zone 3, and logged in with Facebook. I had to uninstall and reinstall the app, and it takes me back to level 32, zone 2. What is the point in the game if it keeps doing this?”
- “The game itself is really enjoyable, but my experience has been ruined due to the incredibly high amount of graphical glitches in the game.”
- “Game constantly crashes and freezes, never registers your win, causing you to have to replay a level or crashes in the middle of a game.”
story
209 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
52%
1%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative that ties into the classic Willy Wonka theme, enhancing the match-3 gameplay. However, some users find the storyline to be overly lengthy and slow, often interrupting the flow of gameplay, while others enjoy the option to build and customize the chocolate factory as part of the experience. Overall, the combination of high-quality graphics and a fun storyline makes it a standout in the match-3 genre, despite some complaints about pacing and the frequency of story elements.
- “I love the storyline of the game but it freezes too much; lost coins and power-ups that I paid for.”
- “The graphics are top-notch, gameplay and transitions are seamless, and everything you love from the movie - characters, music, candy - it's all here.”
- “I really like the storyline, since it serves as a prequel to the classic film.”
- “The storyline isn't forced and the levels aren't frustrating, also you can acquire game items without paying, making it an excellent free option, check it out if you're into all things Wonka or just want a fun match 3 option.”
- “Too much story, not enough play.”
- “Terribly slow moving game with too much story and not enough game.”
monetization
198 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
4%
81%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of forced ads that interrupt gameplay, often after every level. Many players express frustration over the unreliability of ad rewards, with frequent glitches preventing them from receiving promised bonuses, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for extra lives or moves, the current implementation has made the experience feel more like a chore than enjoyable gameplay, prompting many to uninstall the game.
- “I truly love this game, there are surprises around every corner. I love that there are no ads unless you choose to watch an ad, like if you run out of lives you can get an extra life by watching one, which is great because I don't have to exit the game and wait to come back and play. Awesome game, it's the best out there, great job folks, thank you very much! 😁😁😚😚”
- “I do like being able to make in-game purchases using game coins instead of real cash.”
- “Little to no ads and ads are optional.”
- “Latest update forces ads (no reward, after completing a level) - so the game got uninstalled.”
- “But being forced to watch ads to continue playing the game without getting any sort of reward turned me off from the game completely.”
- “The amount of ads recently added are ridiculous and make playing the game so much less enjoyable.”
music
194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
54%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its nostalgic value, featuring original songs and voice clips from the classic film, which enhances the overall experience for fans. However, several users have reported technical issues, such as music glitches, distortion, and the inability to turn off the sound, which detracts from the enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack is celebrated for its charm and connection to the movie, the execution has faced criticism due to these persistent bugs.
- “The music is wonderful and the fact that the original Willy Wonka, aka Gene Wilder's voice, is heard makes the game extra fun.”
- “I love this game because I love the genre and the music is really amazing; it lags really bad much of the time, but the music is amazing as well as the graphics.”
- “As a fan of the original Willy Wonka film with the legend that is Gene Wilder, this game uses his voice and songs from the film, which hits nostalgia hard and I can't stop smiling playing this game.”
- “The music and sounds don't sound right at all, I don't hear music, it's like a muffled frog croaking!”
- “Installed and once the game started the music was so distorted I got a headache and there are no voices, just a distorted noise.”
- “The music is very lively and makes you want to continue to play the game because of the little fun people.”
gameplay
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
37%
4%
The gameplay is generally described as fun, addictive, and reminiscent of popular match-3 games like Candy Crush, featuring colorful graphics and engaging mechanics. However, many users report issues such as lag, glitches, and slow progression, which detract from the overall experience. While the game includes unique elements like factory building and a storyline, some players express a desire for smoother gameplay and more competitive options.
- “Just the right amount of challenging gameplay and awesome graphics.”
- “Fun and addictive gameplay.”
- “Very satisfying gameplay with unusual mechanics really makes you want to play just..one..more..match.. excellent.”
- “The actual gameplay is okay but very limited customizability.”
- “Love the game, but after the last update, gameplay lags and freezes when making matches to the point it's unplayable.”
- “The gameplay is irritatingly slow.”
humor
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
10%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it hilarious and entertaining, particularly enjoying the quirky characters like the Oompa Loompas and their amusing antics. Players appreciate the funny remarks and animations throughout the gameplay, which contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's humor is a significant draw, making it both fun and addictive for players of all ages.
- “I think the oompa loompa power is hilarious.”
- “The oompa loompas are adorable and Wonka himself is hilarious.”
- “This game is hilarious but I remember the movie Willy Wonka; it kind of reminds you of the movie, so I kind of like playing it.”
- “I got passed 137 and it stole from me and put me back to 135. Not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced, making the game more frustrating than entertaining.”
- “I expected some clever humor, but instead, it was just cringeworthy and awkward.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to unforgiving turn limits and repetitive tasks that detract from the overall enjoyment. While the game features cute characters and a charming concept, many users express a desire for more balanced difficulty and faster progression to maintain engagement. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback that could lead to player fatigue.
- “But if you don't have money to throw away on a stupid app, what started out being fun and relaxing becomes tedious, repetitive, and frustrating.”
- “I've not given it 5 stars as I find the building of the factory incredibly slow and tedious.”
- “Also they won't close, takes me to the store and then I have to load the game again; it's getting a bit tedious now, so going to uninstall. Shame as the concept is lovely.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The optimization of the game is inconsistent; while some users report smooth performance and no glitches, others experience significant issues, including frequent crashes and bugs, even on well-maintained devices. Despite these problems, the game's nostalgic appeal and engaging gameplay still earn it high ratings from some players.
- “Runs smoothly.”
- “No glitches or problems with the game, runs smoothly.”
- “It's got great graphics and well made but be careful it's addictive once you start customizing Wonka's factory with Oompa Loompa performances throughout.”
- “The game is challenging and fun to play solely for nostalgia purposes, slightly creatively different from other match-3s, but also incredibly glitchy on my technically maintained and optimized Note 8. I continually have issues despite reinstalling it repeatedly and following their instructions.”
- “The game still gets 5 stars from me, but the app performance gets 1 star.”
- “It's got great graphics and is well made, but be careful—it's addictive once you start customizing Wonka's factory with Oompa Loompa performances throughout.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the nostalgic use of Gene Wilder's vocal clips, which many players find heartwarming and a touching tribute to a beloved childhood favorite. However, some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
- “The fact that they used vocal clips of Gene Wilder from the movie is heartwarming; I love it.”
- “It is heartwarming to see the cast reunited in this non-twisted version of a childhood favorite!”
- “Wonderful and touching to see Gene Wilder and hear his voice when you win a level.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a charming atmosphere enhanced by regular updates that improve graphics and introduce new events, contributing to an engaging and delightful experience for players.
- “It has a charming atmosphere and provides frequent updates with improvements to graphics and events.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel significant.”
- “The game's atmosphere is beautifully crafted, with stunning visuals and a soundtrack that perfectly complements the environment.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted through the combination of engaging music and visually appealing character designs, which enhance the overall experience and connection to the characters.