Wood Block Puzzle - Brain Game
Get on Play Store"Wood Block Puzzle - Brain Game" is a popular puzzle game that trains your brain with classic wood block gameplay. It boasts great mechanics, amazing visuals, and plenty of humor, but be prepared for lots of grinding and annoying ads. Despite some bugs, it was a hit in 2021 for those seeking a challenging and engaging brain game.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game is fun and relaxing, providing a good mental challenge.
- The ability to store a block for later use adds a strategic element to the gameplay.
- The game is addictive and keeps players engaged, making it easy to lose track of time.
- The game frequently ends with 'no more moves' even when a rotation could allow for continued play.
- There are excessive ads, often appearing after every game or action, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
- The game lacks clear instructions on how to use features like keys and rotators, leading to confusion.
- monetization1,727 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive number and length of ads. Players report being inundated with ads after nearly every game or action, which disrupts gameplay and diminishes enjoyment. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free-to-play games, they feel that the current implementation is intrusive and detracts significantly from the overall experience, leading to calls for a more balanced approach or a one-time purchase option to remove ads entirely.
“Very relaxing, no ads and don't ask for money.”
“I love the no ads when you first install this game to make you think you have a decent app, but then you start getting ads every time you have to retry a board, play a new board, and play challenges.”
“Great game for killing time pretty much no ads worth all 5 stars no purchases required.”
“The game is good, but I do not know why the owners allow Google to post ads which secretly sign you up to subscribe.”
“I understand that ads pay for the game, however, when those ads blast sound when I have the sound turned off for the game it enrages me.”
“The amount of ads displayed are a nuisance.”
- stability107 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced periods of smooth performance, the recent updates appear to have exacerbated these issues, leading to frustration and even uninstallation for several users. Overall, the game's stability is inconsistent, with a notable number of players encountering persistent technical problems.
“I like the game; it's bug-free, interactive, and stimulates the mind.”
“Bug-free, unlike other wood block puzzles that are full of advertisements.”
“Great game with no glitches or ad interruptions.”
“I've been paying for several weeks and everything was fine, but now every time I try to play, the app freezes or crashes within 30 seconds of gameplay.”
“I was loving this game and didn't really mind the ads, but it freezes every other move and closes. As of the last week or so, I can't take it anymore; I'm updating the app again. If it continues, I'll just uninstall it.”
“Now it freezes every time I try to start it.”
- graphics75 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users. Many praise the visuals as "great," "excellent," and "smooth," highlighting their appeal and relaxing qualities, while some express disappointment following a recent update that reportedly dulled the graphics. Despite a few calls for improvements, the majority of players appreciate the aesthetic quality and clarity of the graphics, contributing positively to their gaming experience.
“Great graphics and fun to play.”
“The realistic wood graphics for me create a relaxing experience.”
“Excellent graphics.”
“Update: using basic artwork, I wrote an equivalent game in 3 days.”
“Not very crisp graphics.”
“Needs better graphics.”
- gameplay52 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is mixed, with many users expressing frustration over the disparity between advertised and actual gameplay, often describing it as simplistic and repetitive. While some appreciate the fun and relaxing nature of the game, others criticize the overwhelming presence of ads, which disrupt the flow and enjoyment. Overall, the mechanics are seen as straightforward, but the lack of clarity and frequent interruptions detract from the overall experience.
“I ended up playing for hours last night and I look forward to many more hours of gameplay enjoyment!”
“Fun and inviting gameplay.”
“Smooth gameplay.”
“You only get 4 blocks at a time, so it's extremely difficult to line up large combos. It's really unsatisfying to line up a 6 combo but end up clearing 1 at a time; that's my only gameplay complaint.”
“Someone must've told them the game was too easy, and they tweaked the gameplay in a way that makes it impossible to be good at it.”
“They show gameplay that doesn't exist, and I'm disappointed and irritated that I'm not able to play what was promised.”
- music32 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the ability to listen to their own music while playing, as the game itself often lacks engaging soundtracks. However, numerous users expressed frustration over intrusive and loud ads that disrupt their listening experience, leading to a desire for a more customizable audio experience or an ad-free version. Overall, while the game can be enjoyable for puzzle-solving, the audio interruptions detract significantly from the experience for many players.
“Enjoyable and challenging puzzles for your brain and something to do while you listen to music or podcasts.”
“I can now listen to music whilst playing and I appreciate the new feature (holding a piece and releasing it when you're ready to use it).”
“Absolutely perfect to listen to music and play.”
“Game is ok but I had to uninstall it as I play it late at night when the family is in bed and some ads unexpectedly start with very loud music or speech which I can't have.”
“I turned off game sound in all kinds of settings but when an ad starts, my music on YouTube automatically pauses and the ad sound starts playing... so disrespectful. I know it's important to have ads.”
“I had to download this game to let you know that your sound, I can't bring myself to call it music, is too loud and obnoxious.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky mechanics and the amusing experiences players have while competing against friends, leading to laughter and lighthearted moments. Users find themselves laughing out loud during gameplay, especially when faced with unexpected challenges, making the game not only entertaining but also a source of joy and camaraderie. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gaming experience, enhancing its enjoyment.
“Funny & challenging!”
“Easy to play while talking and laughing with others around you.”
“I am surprised, and I find myself laughing out loud every time I get stumped and lose!”
- grinding9 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and boring, with many expressing that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the challenge it offers, the lack of engaging events and the lengthy nature of gameplay contribute to a sense of frustration. Many users feel that improvements are needed to make the experience more rewarding and less monotonous.
“The difficulty I have is that it's tedious and a game lasts for hours.”
“I think it might be more enjoyable if you received higher scores; I found it a little too tedious.”
“Events and bonus rounds are lacking in excitement and are tedious.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting sluggish performance and frequent freezing, particularly on tablets. While some players experienced smooth gameplay, others noted that the game is not well-optimized for certain devices, leading to issues like high battery usage and annoying notifications. Overall, there is a consensus that further optimization is needed to enhance performance across various platforms.
“Fun, but would not run smoothly on my tablet and would freeze sometimes (did warn it was 'not optimized for my device').”
“The game runs smoothly, no pressure!”
“Very sluggish/poor performance for such a simple game (it makes me wonder if it's just very poorly optimized or if the game is running something else in the background).”
“From the little I was able to use the app, I liked it, but I could not use it too much on my tablet because it is very slow and it keeps going into wait or close mode. It needs to be optimized more.”
“Battery usage needs to be optimized.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by its emotional weight, focusing on the tragic theme of parents losing their children, which leaves a lasting impact on players. While some find the narrative repetitive, likening it to a "trojan horse" approach, others appreciate the engaging gameplay that accompanies the storytelling. Overall, the story evokes strong feelings but may feel familiar to some players.
“Ten minutes later, I was scared half to death again with another sad story of someone else losing their child.”
“Lost of fun while making you plot a course of action.”
“It was a sad story of a parent losing a child, and I couldn't figure out where the voice was coming from.”
“10 minutes later, I was scared half to death again with another sad story of someone else losing their child.”
“Same old story.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the lack of mandatory purchases and find it fun in its simplicity, others feel it becomes repetitive and lacks sufficient engaging content, leading to a quick decline in interest.
“Brain training in its simplest form while maintaining its fun replayability.”
“One thing that I really like is that a player doesn't need to make purchases throughout the game to make it more playable.”
“It's a decent game, but there are too many instances where the game ends because it thinks there are no playable moves, even though there are playable moves if you rotate a remaining piece.”
“Little replay value; it gets boring quickly.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional response to the game's mechanics, particularly feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the interface changes, such as the larger ad placement and the offset block controls, which detract from their overall experience. This frustration has led to a significant emotional impact, indicating that gameplay issues can deeply affect player sentiment.
“Honestly changed me emotionally.”
