ZigZag
- February 4, 2015
- Ketchapp Games
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Get on Apple Store"ZigZag" is a platformer game with exceptional graphics and stunning music, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. The objective is to stay on the wall and make as many zigzags as possible, providing a fun and entertaining, yet frustrating experience. Overall, the game offers unique gameplay but could benefit from improved advertising and bug fixes.
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Reviews
- monetization1,209 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that frequently interrupt gameplay. Many users report that ads pop up during critical moments, leading to unintended losses and a significantly diminished gaming experience. While some players suggest turning off Wi-Fi to avoid ads, the consensus is that the intrusive advertising model detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“It is a really fun game. I am 17, female, and I really enjoy it. It is fun and addictive. Make sure there are no ads, then switch data and Wi-Fi off. 👍👍👍👍”
“There are no ads and you can share your score with other people.”
“It's great, no ads and great controls.”
“The ads pop up in the middle of the gameplay and it's really annoying.”
“I don't mind ads in free games, but when they disrupt gameplay, it's unacceptable.”
“The game is good, but the ads spoil it completely, they pop up anytime during the game making the ball fall.”
- stability102 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting persistent freezing, lagging, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as unresponsive controls and crashes, particularly when ads appear, leading to frustration and a loss of progress. While some users find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming number of technical problems significantly detracts from the overall experience.
“It's a good game, no glitches or issues, so I rate it a 5. I love this game.”
“This is a good game with great graphics and no glitches. There are some ads, but it's okay.”
“No glitches, fun.”
“Game freezes while playing and I fall off because it didn't register me clicking.”
“Finally, the whole thing crashes and glitches constantly!”
“I used to play this game but now I have to keep reinstalling it and it always freezes, so basically it never works and I will just uninstall the game and never get it again!”
- graphics90 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users. Many praise the visuals as beautiful, smooth, and engaging, contributing to the game's addictive nature, while others criticize them for being unoptimized, confusing, or accompanied by intrusive ads. Despite the varying opinions, a significant number of players appreciate the aesthetic quality, indicating that the graphics are a strong point for the game.
“Challenging game, loved it, beautiful and very fine graphics.”
“Amazing graphics and it's really addictive!”
“The graphics are excellent.”
“Too unoptimized for such simple graphics.”
“The graphics are rubbish and it keeps glitching.”
“Worst graphics, worst management; don't install ever, ads appear in between.”
- gameplay57 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun, engaging, and addictive, with simple mechanics reminiscent of classic games. However, the frequent interruptions from ads during gameplay significantly detract from the experience, causing frustration and hindering performance. Many users express a desire for ads to be placed outside of active gameplay to enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The gameplay is addicting but it can't stop it with the ads.”
“Overall good gameplay though.”
“I love the graphics, challenging gameplay, and the strategy to the game.”
“Ads come on during gameplay which is instant death.”
“The game starts to lag like crazy when an ad is trying to load and even in gameplay it's still lagging.”
“Very repetitive gameplay mechanics, glitchy and extremely annoying in-game ads.”
- music26 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong desire for music in the game, with many stating that the absence of a soundtrack detracts from the experience. While some enjoy the gameplay, they believe that adding background music would enhance enjoyment and create a more engaging atmosphere. A few users noted that existing music can cause lag, but the consensus is that incorporating catchy tunes would significantly improve the game's appeal.
“It's a very fun, addicting game with amazing music.”
“Nice gameplay and funny music and everything makes this game one of my best time pass games.”
“Amazing game but if you add a song in this game it would be more fun and I will play this game every time.”
“This game is so dumb, there's no music, it's so hard to play, and I just got a weird avatar.”
“Really needs some sort of music or mood setting but overall pretty fantastic.”
“It is the same concept of Dancing Line, so I say if it had music it would be better; other than that, it was a good game.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it both funny and entertaining, often describing it as addictive and enjoyable for passing time. Players enjoy the comedic elements, including funny music and engaging gameplay, which keeps them laughing even during challenging moments. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with a fun experience, making it a favorite among users.
“It's so funny, I like that game.”
“Loved it! Really good and funny, and cool if you're bored and no Wi-Fi is needed.”
“This game is so funny, I could play it all day.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant lag, glitches, and poor performance despite its simple graphics. Many players experience stuttering and unplayable conditions, particularly when ads inundate the online gameplay, further degrading performance. Overall, the game's optimization issues have led to frustration and dissatisfaction among players, prompting calls for improvements and reduced ad interference.
“The reason why anyone would get thirsty to accomplish greater achievements is because the game makes you feel unsatisfied with your performance each time you play, whether you lost from the beginning or you actually went to score very high and feel bad after losing. There are infinite reasons to carry on playing this game for longer. Suggestions: the only thing I would like from the developers is to add multiple modes within the game (e.g., free play mode for those who love endless gaming; level modes for those who enjoy games that get harder each round; or sets of challenges for those who love a tough gaming experience).”
“The old version was good and not so many ads were there, but with the new update came so many ads that the performance was affected. My phone is slow now... going to uninstall it.”
“Too unoptimized for such simple graphics.”
“Although there were a lot of glitches and bugs, it was so lagging. I restarted my device, but nothing happened. I played it for 3 weeks and experienced poor performance.”
“If you play online, you're bombarded by ads that slow down the game's performance, and any lag in performance will cause you to lose.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional response to the game, ranging from frustration and anger due to its challenging mechanics to moments of near-tears. The game's controls have led to feelings of helplessness, with some players feeling as if the game is "possessed" and acting independently, which adds to their emotional turmoil. Overall, the experience is marked by a mix of intense frustration and a desire to overcome the game's difficulties.
“This game almost made me cry of anger!”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users feel that the story could be enhanced by the inclusion of missions, suggesting that structured objectives would make the gameplay more engaging and enjoyable.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
