What users hate. Clustered.

1- and 2-star reviews grouped into themes with verbatim examples. Each cluster is a wedge a competitor could exploit.

200 reviews·8 themes

Excessive and unavoidable ads after purchase
Users report that even after paying to remove ads, they are still forced to watch long, unskippable ads before and after every level, rendering the game unplayable and feeling like a scam.
24
reviews
- “I have made an in-app purchase to remove ads. The number of ads decreased but I am still forced to watch ads when going to new levels”
- “Don’t bother to spend $4.99 to remove Ads — You will think that after you paid $4.99 then you can play the game. No, they still ask you to watch Ads then you can go to next level.”
- “Even when you buy an add pass you still have to watch long boring ads about the same terrible games. I miss the original pocket world.”
Complete loss of original gameplay simplicity
The core appeal of the game—simple, relaxing puzzle-building with no unnecessary mechanics—has been replaced with complex systems like stamina, fairy characters, and repetitive grinding, which users feel ruin the experience.
38
reviews
- “The old version was so much better than this slop ad fest.”
- “I miss the original game. This has 1,000 ads and pop ups before you can do the puzzle. Now the puzzles are timed and to complete certain levels they force you to watch an ad or purchase tickets to skip the ad.”
- “The original was simple, do the puzzles by each level and move on to the next. There was no such thing as sTaMiNa where I would have to wait”
Forced progression and grind loops
Players are stuck repeating the same levels multiple times to collect rare pieces, with no clear path forward, leading to frustration and burnout.
17
reviews
- “Having to redo the same stuff over and over just to get 1 out of 5 pieces to continue playing.”
- “I’ve played the rebuild Tokyo tower level at least 7 times so far and it remains yellow and I can’t move on, no clue what’s wrong but it’s very annoying.”
- “You have to obtain pieces and do the same puzzle several times. It redirects you where to go to obtain certain things but has no clear instructions on how to mo”
Game-breaking bugs and crashes
Recent updates have introduced critical technical issues including freezing, crashing on load, broken levels (e.g., missing base), and persistent loading screens.
12
reviews
- “Most recent update has given us a blank level at 46-4. Please fix.”
- “Update crashes when adds load, adds load constantly so game crashes constantly. Level 46-4 is completely broken, there is no base to build on.”
- “Can’t even play anymore, game freezes, have to keep restarting, not worth it, please fix!!!”
Unfair monetization and pay-to-win mechanics
The game now requires players to pay for basic progression, such as unlocking levels, skipping ads, or obtaining essential resources, despite being marketed as free.
15
reviews
- “You have to pay to advance past the 4th location!!! BUNCH OF SCAMMERS”
- “I paid to remove ads. I still have to watch an ad every time I want to do a puzzle. What did I actually pay for? Scam!”
- “It’s not bad but it could be better — I liked how easy and fun the original version was, all of the additional parts in this new version were not needed.”
Poor age-appropriate content and inappropriate ads
Ads shown within the app include adult-themed games with explicit imagery, violating the app's low age rating and raising concerns about child safety.
4
reviews
- “Inappropriate ads for age rating — I shared this app with my son who is way above the 4+ age recommendation, and the numerous ads included ads for games with adult themes, including one that has a sperm in the actual icon/logo.”
- “Why would you show adult ads in a game rated 4+?”
Loss of nostalgic value and emotional connection
Users express deep disappointment and heartbreak over the removal of the original game, which held significant personal and emotional memories from their past.
22
reviews
- “I used to play this game years ago and it was my favorite, and I regret every day that i accidentally deleted it from my phone. Please bring back the first beautiful game.”
- “I miss the masterpiece that the original one was — Devs, give us back the old masterpiece, it was my favorite mobile game and to see it leave was honestly heartbreaking.”
- “I remember playing this game like 4 years ago, absolutely loved it so when I went to download it again about like 6 months ago I was looking forward to it, BUT, when I went in I was disgusted...”
Confusing UI and lack of clear instructions
The new interface is cluttered, poorly explained, and lacks intuitive navigation, making it difficult for users to understand how to progress or access features.
10
reviews
- “I don’t know why they changed it! I was so excited when I found this app again but it’s an entirely different game now. If you wanted to make a new game make a different app.”
- “The UI is confusing and their are constant adds. Everytime I go to open it I think the adds and UI can’t be as bad as I think it is, but I last about 15 minutes before closing the app out o”
- “I’m getting slammed with too many menus and random additions that do no make sense.”

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