Word Lanes: Relaxing Puzzles

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Word Lanes: Relaxing Puzzles is a trivia-based word game featuring daily challenges to train your brain and boost your knowledge. With its wonderful visuals and good music, it provides a relaxing puzzle experience. However, the game is full of bugs and has annoying ads, which can be distracting for players. Overall, it's a decent game for those who enjoy word puzzles and trivia challenges.

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

Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,153 reviews

graphics51 positive mentions

monetization735 negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, making players think critically about the clues.
It offers a unique twist on traditional word games by combining trivia with word search mechanics.
The graphics and soothing background music enhance the overall relaxing experience of the game.

There are too many ads, often appearing after every level, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
The game frequently crashes or freezes, particularly after updates, making it frustrating to play.
Some clues are vague or poorly worded, leading to confusion and difficulty in finding the correct answers.

monetization
758 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, often stating they disrupt gameplay significantly. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, others find the cost too high compared to similar games. Overall, the consensus is that while ads are expected in free games, the current implementation feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “I opted to pay for no ads and it really improves the experience.”
- “I was already convinced at level 20 that I'd be playing this game for awhile, so I purchased no ads.”
- “Nice game if you purchase no ads.”
- “I know they are needed to compensate for the game to be free, but when it feels like I'm spending the same amount of time (or more) watching ads than I am playing the game, it makes me lose interest in the game.”
- “If it takes 20 seconds to complete a level and you have to watch a 25-second ad after every level, you are not playing a game with ads; you are watching ads with a game.”
- “It's a shame that a good game is ruined by repetitive ads after each completion of a level.”
graphics
72 mentions
71 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, uniqueness, and calming qualities, with many users highlighting the stunning visuals and smooth animations that enhance the overall gameplay experience. While some reviews mention minor issues like murkiness or the need for improvement, the general consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing to an engaging and relaxing atmosphere. Overall, players appreciate the appealing design and vibrant colors, making it a visually enjoyable game.
- “Beautiful graphics, engaging gameplay.”
- “Really beautiful game with stunningly smooth, commercial quality graphics.”
- “The word game aspect is fun and original, and the graphics are stunning.”
- “The music is depressing, the gameplay is slow, the graphics are murky-looking...and don't even get me started on those insidious ads!”
- “I think the graphics need to be improved.”
- “Graphics still elementary.”
music
46 mentions
33 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and relaxing, enhancing the overall calming experience for players. While many appreciate the ambient sounds and tranquil melodies, some find the music repetitive or dull, suggesting a desire for more variety or upbeat tracks. Additionally, issues with loud ads interrupting the experience have been noted, detracting from the otherwise pleasant auditory atmosphere.
- “Its a lovely relaxing game, I love the music and backgrounds; they really add to it.”
- “Ambient sounds and zen-like music really aid in that stress-free feeling.”
- “Love the relaxing music and lovely backgrounds.”
- “However, even though I have all sounds and music turned off for it, it constantly blasts annoying and loud ads, which makes me usually just close the app immediately.”
- “The music is depressing, the gameplay is slow, the graphics are murky-looking... and don't even get me started on those insidious ads!”
- “This game is so boring and the horrible 'heavenly' music puts you to sleep; people want to have fun playing a game, not thinking about being at a funeral.”
stability
35 mentions
9 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and crashes, particularly after ads or during loading. While some players have experienced minimal issues, the overwhelming feedback indicates that these problems are frustrating enough to impact overall enjoyment, leading some to consider uninstalling the game. Despite its fun gameplay, the persistent technical issues detract from the experience for a large number of users.
- “I have had no glitches with it as many games have.”
- “So far, no glitches; the game is fun.”
- “No glitches yet; I'm enjoying it.”
- “The game often freezes, requiring me to relaunch it repeatedly.”
- “I love this game, but after every round, it freezes when I try to collect my bonus, forcing me to restart.”
- “Disappointed; it worked great for a day, but now it just freezes, so I am uninstalling the game.”
gameplay
17 mentions
35 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many users appreciating its simplicity, originality, and smooth mechanics, particularly the swiping feature. However, some players have reported issues with glitches, slow pacing, and a lack of challenge, while others noted the presence of ads as a minor drawback. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, though improvements could enhance its appeal further.
- “I like the simple gameplay and it is an all-around fun game.”
- “The gameplay is great and smooth.”
- “There are not too many ads for a free game and the gameplay is original and creative.”
- “The music is depressing, the gameplay is slow, the graphics are murky-looking...and don't even get me started on those insidious ads!”
- “Even when the solution isn't obvious, the way to the answer is somewhat mechanical.”
- “I enjoy playing this game but oh my god there are so many glitches that occur during gameplay and it is becoming very annoying; I'm beginning to wonder whether to uninstall it.”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has improved significantly, with initial crashing issues resolved and smooth performance reported on devices like the S21 Ultra. While some users still note the need for further bug fixes, many have not encountered any issues during gameplay.
- “The crashing issue that was happening in the beginning was solved. It runs smoothly now.”
- “The app runs smoothly and I haven't encountered any bugs so far.”
- “Runs smoothly.”
- “This is on S21 Ultra, so performance is not an issue... any update on why this is?”
- “Needs to fix performance and some bugs.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, offering a distinct experience compared to the developer's other titles. Players appreciate the beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay that enhance this tranquil environment, although some note that the peaceful ambiance can be disrupted quickly. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The game is very calming, offering a fun and different atmosphere compared to their other titles.”
- “Beautiful graphics = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ engaging gameplay = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ relaxing atmosphere = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ optional ads = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ simple = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
- “The whole relaxing atmosphere created by the game was gone in 2 seconds.”
- “The game fails to establish a consistent atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
- “Despite its potential, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real immersion.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its cultural quirks, blending American and British English, which can lead to amusing misunderstandings, such as differing terms for common items. Players find the mix of clues both funny and thought-provoking, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “I do love this app; it's fun to play, but it's like written by half Americans and half English people. I literally just had a puzzle where one clue was 'footwear made for sports.' As I'm from England, my answer for that would be 'trainers,' but I got 'sneakers,' which was fine as I knew that too. Then in the same puzzle, I had another clue saying 'person's belongings.' The answer was 'gear,' which made me laugh out loud because I don't think if you're playing outside of the UK you would get that! lol”
- “Funny and mind-stimulating”
- “Funny”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as many levels are repetitive, leading to a sense of monotony as they progress deeper into the game.
- “When you get deep into the game, you start to realize that most of the levels are repeats of previous ones, which becomes tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless, and it often seems like I'm just doing the same tasks over and over without any real progress.”
- “After a while, the repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is engaging and enjoyable, but players express confusion regarding the purpose of accumulating coins, particularly when they have a large surplus that seems to lack meaningful use beyond purchasing hints or completing missed daily quests.