Word Cookies!®
- December 11, 2016
- BitMango
"Word Cookies" is an addictive word game with a crossword-like twist, where you swipe letters on a baking pan to form words. The game features numerous levels to challenge your vocabulary and spelling skills, with daily rewards and hints available to help you progress. Offering no time limits, it's suitable for all ages, and can be played for free on various devices.
Reviews
- Fun and challenging gameplay that helps improve vocabulary and spelling skills.
- Great graphics and user interface, making the game visually appealing.
- Offers a relaxing experience with no time limits, allowing players to think and enjoy.
- Excessive ads that disrupt gameplay, often requiring players to watch long advertisements after every level.
- Recent updates have led to issues with the game freezing or crashing, particularly after watching ads.
- Changes to the hint system and coin rewards have made it frustrating, with hints costing significantly more coins than before.
- monetization2,482 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that ads appear after nearly every level, often lasting 30 seconds or more, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, the high frequency and intrusive nature of the ads have led to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation of the game.
“Even lets you pay a small fee for no ads, which makes it perfect for playing in bed before or after sleeping.”
“The in-app purchases are minimal.”
“It's worth paying for no ads.”
“I've been playing this game for years, but now the ads are overwhelming and interrupt gameplay constantly.”
“The ads are so frequent and intrusive that they make the game nearly unplayable.”
“I love this game, but the sheer number of ads is frustrating and takes away from the enjoyment.”
- stability185 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly after watching ads or during loading screens. Players express frustration over losing progress and rewards due to these glitches, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some users note that the game can be fun, the persistent instability has led to a negative experience for many, prompting thoughts of uninstalling.
“No glitches and very little ads popping up on you.”
“No glitches or bugs, steady increase in difficulty, and plenty of ways to earn extra points.”
“No bugs, no freezes, and most important - it's free!”
“I recently had to reformat my device and then reinstalled the game, now I can barely play it since it constantly freezes or stops then closes.”
“The game freezes a lot, especially when you try to do the extra levels.”
“Every time it goes to the next level the screen freezes and I have to restart the app.”
- graphics102 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their clarity, cuteness, and overall aesthetic appeal, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the vibrant visuals and how they enhance the game's themes, although some mention that frequent updates and ads can detract from the experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, making the game visually engaging and fun to play.
“The graphics are clear and the soothing sounds and music add to the pleasure of the app.”
“This is an amazing game, fun, nicely done, with very good graphics.”
“Great graphics and easy to understand.”
“I find the letters can be difficult to read, and even more so with the Christmas graphics.”
“They updated the graphics and now the ads cover part of the game which makes it nearly unplayable.”
“Okay word find game but the graphics are annoying and take time away from play time.”
- story82 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is generally perceived as lacking depth, with many players noting the absence of a cohesive narrative or backstory, leading to a focus on gameplay rather than storytelling. While users appreciate the daily and weekly missions, they express frustration over technical issues, such as the quest button crashing the game, which detracts from their overall experience. Despite these challenges, some players find the quest and mission structure engaging, indicating a desire for more content and improvements to enhance the storytelling experience.
“Exceptional story line, I could not wait to beat the game to see what would happen to our bakery.”
“This game is very addictive and I love completing the daily puzzles every day and I also like the daily missions that I have to complete each week.”
“Fun, intriguing and full of quests and advances.”
“No intro, no storyline, just straight into gameplay.”
“The quest button isn't working anymore after I upgraded.”
“Worst game, when I click on the quest it crashes even after updating it.”
- music80 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience for many players. However, frequent interruptions from ads that play their own audio can disrupt the enjoyment, leading to frustration among users who wish to listen to their own music simultaneously. While some players appreciate the cheerful themes and soft melodies, others find the music repetitive or annoying, indicating a desire for more variety in musical options.
“Absolutely enjoy the sounds and music.”
“The music is great!”
“I also enjoyed the music; it was very relaxing, and it did not confuse my train of thought.”
“The random forced ads that play audio and stop the music mess everything up!”
“Playing a game that pauses my music to play its own commercials is a waste of my time and money.”
“Even if you silence your device, turn sound and music off, the advertisements still blare out music.”
- gameplay56 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as engaging and enjoyable, with good graphics and mechanics; however, it is significantly hindered by the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which often disrupt the experience and lead to frustration. While some players find the gameplay addictive and fun, many express dissatisfaction with the balance between gameplay and ad interruptions, suggesting that improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
“Addictive gameplay.”
“This game has awesome graphics and gameplay!”
“Overall great app -- advertisement frequency is reasonable, gameplay is straightforward, and the aesthetic is fun!”
“Gameplay itself ranks in as mediocre.”
“There is less gameplay between ads, the time you have to wait before closing them keeps increasing, and the number of times the ads are not muteable has increased.”
“More watching ads than actual gameplay.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the humor in the game, noting its amusing ads and the comedic frustration of forgetting common words while playing. Many find the experience enjoyable and entertaining, often sharing laughs with family members during gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch that enhances the game's appeal and makes it a fun way to improve vocabulary.
“In my opinion, it's funny when you find a word that's so common but you forget when all the letters are mixed together.”
“Its up to you what pace you want to set for yourself... great game... one last thing... kinda funny, I hit my forehead a lot with my hand, because I forget some words... lol... I'm an old lady and I couldn't think of the easy words yet I got the harder ones... lol... have fun and good luck!”
“Pretty fun and you can play it with the grandkids, keeps everyone guessing and laughing, really enjoyed the game.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's ability to provide emotional benefits, such as boosting confidence and offering enjoyable brain therapy. However, the frequent and intrusive ads detract from the overall experience, causing frustration and annoyance.
“It's been great brain therapy and made me feel more confident while having fun!”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the app is mixed; while some users report smooth performance and minimal ads, others experience significant slowdowns and compatibility issues, particularly on older devices like the Galaxy Tab 4. Recent updates have also led to functionality problems for long-time players.
“Cute, not too many ads, runs smoothly.”
“App runs smoothly.”
“Poor performance; runs slow almost all the time.”
“It says not optimized for my device, Galaxy Tab 4. I've been playing for a few years, but after the update in December, it won't work.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as chill and welcoming, making it an ideal choice for nighttime play or relaxation. Users appreciate the cozy and warm ambiance, enhanced by delightful words related to baking, which contribute to an overall comforting experience.
“Nice game to play at night or to unwind based on the game's overall chill atmosphere.”
“I like the words that come up like yummy and crisp and the atmosphere of baking.”
“This was a nice and warm welcoming atmosphere that made me feel at home.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to excessive ads and the slow progression through early levels, which often involve repetitive tasks and limited word options. Many express a desire for a more engaging experience, especially before reaching more complex gameplay.
“The beginning levels of the game are really tedious and boring until the player gets past 3-letter words.”
“I've been playing for years because I haven't found another game I'd prefer, but the ads are too many and tedious.”
“For example, the word 'reed' wasn't accepted initially, but after watching a lengthy, tedious video ad and trying the same word again, it was accepted.”