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Game crashes on iphone6-for the developers
My original review is below. Just wanted to know if you r working on a new release version to fix the crashing issue. If not, I’ll stop checking for updates, and give up on the game like so many others who have the same problem.
Might be a good game, but hard to tell when it crashes every time you enter a new area. I have to restart the game, and twice the option said start vice continue. So you had to start over. Tried re-downloading, no luck, same problem. iPhone 6. iOS 12.1.4. Finally gave up. Will try to wIt for the next update to fix it.
Response the developers. iPhone 6, iOS 12.1.4. It always crashes/closes every time the circle with the dots comes on when changing scenes, like entering the library, opening the door where the bus is, for example. When I reopen the app, it says continue, and it picks up where I left off. However, after 6-7 of these transitions, The game crashes, and when I reopen it, the only option is start, vice continue, then the game will not open at all. I’ve tried deleting the game and reinstalling numerous times, always the same.
Hope this helps!Show lessNonicknametoohard
Developer Response
Hello Nonicknametoohard, Thank you for letting us know of the issue you're facing. I see you're using an iPhone 6, which runs the game during our tests. What iOS version are you running? Also, it would be helpful for us if you can point out a specific instance where you encounter this crash.Two bugs with the current version (as of 3/14)
I like the new additions, however there are two bugs, one which is merely annoying and one which might be game breaking. Don’t know how to contact for bug reports, so....
1. If you’ve gotten achievements already (it auto gives you achievements if you’ve already played and got the update, which was the case for me, haven’t checked if it happens with a fresh install) and you get an achievement with a new run, the achievement notification repeatedly comes up. Only workaround I found is to uninstall and reinstall.
2. In the second staff room, if you open the toolbox, it says you got a tool card, but no card actually appears and the game freezes up. Got around it by rebooting iPad, but no new tool card showed up when I loaded the app back up.Show lesssmjjames
Wow
This is my kind of games 👍 no silly puzzles or items search ,
All the game is a big puzzle! No fearing actions, You feel Relaxed while playing, the graphics is amazing and realistic ..
many secrets to find hidden every where, i wish if there were another similar game around but unfortunately I didn’t find !
I feel sad when I finish the game!Show lessItismii
Yes, better than The Room!
Didn’t think i’d ever day this, but there is a game better than The Room and it is Alleys!
Be warned, you will lose around 15-hours of your life to this game as it is massively addictive!
Gameplay is massively rewarding and exceptionally well put together. Graphics are excellent and the controls work well.
The whole game is very atmospheric and it is clear that an awful lot of thought has gone into the whole configuration. The attention to detail is perfect throughout.
There are objects literally hidden all over the place and some are very difficult to find. The level of complexity though it’s perfect for the enquiring mind and if you persist, you will get there. You will find extra tools the longer you play the game, which will help you with this.
If you like. And click games, you are going to love this and that is a cast-iron guarantee. Don’t think about it, just get it! It is worth every penny of the fee.Show lesssmallsteve
What a journey!
A well crafted intriguing game. Kept me up all night in my first run through, which took ten hours of play(with breaks).
Controls, graphics, and sound all excellent. Assistance if required and no nasty impasses to frustrate.
Decisions are rewarded or have consequences, making you feel in control of the outcome.
Must have another go as there was more to discover.Show lessnatdipdes
Continually crashes, now will not load
I downloaded the app a couple of days ago and found that the app crashes on my iPad Mini 2. I have to restart it while I’m playing. However, now the app doesn’t even load. I get to the Start page and nothing happens. I’ve tried numerous times to close and restart the app to no avail. I want a refund!!!
That being said, it’s also horrendously boring. All you do is try to find keys and cards to open stuff and find MORE keys and cards. There are NO puzzles here. What a total disappointment. I love puzzle games, and this one is is a hide-and-seek game.Show lessmwdon
Great game! Needs tweaking.
This is a great game, however it is in need of some tweaking. Like where the heck am I on the map? What does the hint button do but count down? Wouldn't it be nice if, when you double tap you would zoom in "when" there is something to "find", such as a token? Especially useful for those with not so good eyes when hunting pixels. Other than that, it's still a great escape game!Show lessSaintSain2014
Lots of potential but full of arbitrary & unnecessary frustrations
The game is fun and has potential....but there are several things that annoy the absolute crap out of me:
1. No map legend so if you can’t remember which symbol is the mining office, good effing luck. Nothing found on the developer’s website or via google searches either.
2. No “you are here” symbol on the map.
3. You can accidentally win before you’re done exploring and there’s no warning. Then you have to start completely over. Seriously. Since there are several ways to escape, this is just extra stupid.
4. I got the “All Aboard!” achievement, which is great I guess, but now the announcement - which takes up half the screen - pops up all the time. For. The. Love...sigh.
5. Apparently there’s new stuff in the latest update but I’ve only encountered a couple small new areas and there’s now these weird people shaped posters that give you useless information & minor backstory. And guess what?! If you’ve played through before and just want to go back to see the new stuff, NOPE! You have to play the whole fracking game from the beginning. YAAAAAAAY.
6. The “quest tracker” only tracks a few quests...the main ones, of course, but also some of the side ones but only 1 or 2. Why can’t the game track all your quests?! I’m all for writing things down for an escape game but not something as basic as what the game wants me to do. So unnecessarily frustrating.Show lessEcokate
Great game
Totally great gaming experience, the fifth star would be there if the game isn’t crashing when loading between areas.
My device is iPhone6 with 12.1.2 iOS version, in case you need to know for further crashes investigation.Compuneer00
One of the biggest surprises of 2018
*the dev is currently working on fixing the itouch 6 crash issues so I am changing my review back
This has easily been one of the most addictive and fun games I purchased this past year. And to be honest, I never thought I would like a game about just collecting tool cards and keys, but the game strips down the puzzle solving and it’s all the more fun because of it.
The graphics are really great looking on iOS (pc quality) with great attention to detail. Since the ‘re-release’ the dev even made some really nice changes to the graphics style and control movement making it feel much more smooth and like you’re in better control. It really fits the touch screen well.
This is definitely one of the better premium games on iOS that warrants the price. The gameplay can last upwards of 15+ hours depending on how much of the story you want to discover or if you want to 100% the game by collecting everything, discovering all secrets and completing the achievements that were also recently added.Show lessDubs1
Developer Response
Hi Dubs1, we apologize you are unable to have the optimal experience playing the latest version of Alleys. This being a 3D game, it utilizes quite a lot of memory and currently struggles on older devices. The developer is aware of your situation and is already working to smooth out gameplay as much as possible. Regarding the removal of the green inventory card machine, this was a decision made after we collected user reviews from the previous version. Worry not though because this inventory card is still in the game. It is now an item you must find. We also added a brand new achievements system specifically for gamers who aim to 100% the game. We thank you for your patience as we work to improve the Alleys experience on your iTouch6.
