Zipline Valley

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Zipline Valley is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Dalak Games and was released on July 8, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Zipline Valley" is a physics-based puzzle game where players draw a safe path for a zip line to transport passengers between cabins, avoiding various hazards and traps along the way. The game features a unique whipping rope mechanic, where players can adjust the line around obstacles and control the speed of the passengers. With minimalist design and progressively challenging levels, this game provides hours of strategic entertainment.

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

monetization804 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging concept that can be enjoyable for casual play.
It offers a good mix of strategy and puzzle-solving, making it a decent time killer.
The graphics and design are appealing, providing a visually pleasant experience.

The game is plagued by an excessive number of ads, often forcing players to watch them after every level.
Levels are too easy and repetitive, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement over time.
There are frequent glitches and crashes, which disrupt gameplay and frustrate users.

monetization
817 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, with mandatory ads appearing after nearly every level, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for free games, they argue that the frequency and length of these ads are overwhelming, prompting many to uninstall the game or seek ad-free options.
- “The no ads fee is not too costly.”
- “This has got to be the only game I know of that you only have to play the first 10 levels online and then the rest of the game can be played offline with no ads till the end!”
- “I got addicted in the first five minutes then paid for no ads in the next... awesomely fun!”
- “A level requires 10-20 seconds to be completed and there's an annoying forced ad after each level, which means that you literally have to spend more time watching ads than actually playing.”
- “The sheer amount of ads is stupid.”
- “You spend more time watching ads in this game, even dismissing them after a few seconds, than you do playing the game.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple and enjoyable, with many levels and an interesting mechanic. However, the overwhelming frequency of ads—often outnumbering gameplay time significantly—detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like an ad platform than a game. While some players find the gameplay fun and addictive, the excessive interruptions from ads lead to frustration and a diminished enjoyment of the game.
- “Tons of levels, good simple fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is quite fun and addictive, but I refuse to use an app where there is an advert after every level!”
- “Good gameplay but the sheer amount of ads makes it unplayable.”
- “Like I can understand ads after every level for being a freemium game, but every level is made of about 4 sections with an ad after each one, leaving you with around 5 seconds of gameplay followed by 30 seconds of ads.”
- “For every five seconds of gameplay, there are thirty seconds of ads.”
- “Ad frequency disrupts gameplay and made it sucky.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them basic or mediocre, while others appreciate their smoothness and calming aesthetic. Many users note that the graphics are not the main draw of the game, often overshadowed by excessive advertisements and a lack of challenge. Despite the criticisms, some players still find the visuals enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay experience.
- “Beautiful calming music, smooth graphics, and no bugs so far.”
- “Graphics are good and gameplay is simple, just eventually got bored of it.”
- “I just started playing this game; it looks challenging, and the graphics are understandable. I will possibly give a higher rating after I play more levels. Thank you for creating this game.”
- “I understand how economics and revenue work, but for an extremely basic graphics game to have more ad time than play time is ridiculous.”
- “The graphics are bad to mediocre, childish even, and the levels are not challenging at all.”
- “Decent game, minimalist graphics, way too many ads.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the beautiful background music, which helps alleviate stress during play. However, the frequent interruptions from ads detract from the enjoyment of the music.
- “Nice, simple music in the background, satisfying gameplay.”
- “Beautiful calming music, smooth graphics, and no bugs so far.”
- “This game has very relaxing music, which is good because it counters the stress developed while playing the game.”
- “When I download your game while I'm playing music on my headphones, and within 3.4 seconds of starting the game, I'm forced to watch a 30-second ad (mid-game play!!!) that I can't skip or even mute the sound on?”
- “The music in the game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I expected a dynamic soundtrack, but the music feels generic and uninspired.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is significantly hampered by frequent freezing issues, particularly during ad loads, which often require players to restart the app to continue. Users report numerous glitches that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation after repeated attempts to play. Overall, the stability concerns overshadow the otherwise enjoyable aspects of the game.
- “When it asks for a new character, I press the 'watch ad' button, but it freezes. I keep clicking and nothing happens, so I have to tap 'X'.”
- “Way too many ads. I tried to play the game with an ad blocker on the network, but the game freezes at the ad and I cannot continue. I can't even press back to exit the ad and need to close the whole thing down just to get to the next level. I uninstalled straight after the second attempted ad load.”
- “At some of the ads, the game freezes up and it won't let you hit the exit to close the ad. I have to turn off my phone just to restart the game.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a blend of silliness and dark comedy, providing players with amusing moments as they navigate puzzles and watch characters interact. Reviewers appreciate the game's ability to evoke chuckles and maintain a fun atmosphere, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
- “Chuckling to myself as I not only draw my way through the puzzles but make a few extra rounds through the mazes, just to watch the people dance across the screen in every direction.”
- “This is a silly, challenging, and somewhat morbid game...in a hilarious way.”
- “ I give Zipline Valley 5 stars because it is a fun and funny game to play all day.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, occurring after nearly every stage and making the experience tedious. The simplicity of the levels combined with these interruptions detracts from the overall enjoyment, particularly for those trying to play during commutes.
- “There are ads after every second stage, the levels are insanely easy and it just gets very tedious.”
- “This makes gaming on a commute tedious or just not possible because audiobooks and podcasts are interrupted by advert noise at top volume when you'd told the game to be silent.”
- “Two ads play between every single level or sublevel, grinding play to a halt for upwards of a minute every time you complete an objective.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth, with players finding it boring and devoid of a coherent narrative. The overwhelming presence of ads further detracts from the experience, leading to frustration and uninstallation. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline contributes to a negative reception.
- “This game didn't have a storyline and was just straight-up boring endlessness of levels that you can easily pass. It was so boring I uninstalled it.”
- “Couldn't even start the second mission due to 4 ads spamming the screen every time I opened the app.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users indicate that the game's replayability is limited, as it tends to diminish significantly after completing it once.
- “The game offers incredible replayability, with multiple endings and choices that change the story each time you play.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse character builds and strategies you can explore.”
- “I love how the game encourages you to try different approaches, making each replay a unique experience.”
- “Replayability is lacking once the game is beaten.”
- “After completing the game, there is little incentive to replay it.”
- “The game offers minimal replay value after the initial playthrough.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is mixed; while some players report smooth performance, others experience lag, potentially due to device issues. However, the overall gameplay experience is criticized for being excessively dull.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the emotional impact of gameplay, noting instances where characters interact with hazards like razors without consequence, which detracts from the tension and immersion of the experience.