User Reviews: Aces Spades

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  • Prefer the older version better…

    I have this game on a 10 year old game phone that I still have, and still play, (I never got the forced update, and I’m not complaining!), it’s so old I can’t even tell you what version Motorola it is… and I prefer that version to this updated version I downloaded on my iPhone 12… There’s no more passing cards during blind nil, there’s no more game variations, like whiz and mirror… and the opponents and your partner/opponants still play like they’re 5 years old, bidding 1 trick when they have the Ace, king and queen of spades, or nil when they have the queen of spades! Who does that?! They take bags like it’s their job… but the most annoying thing is the minute long ads between rounds… I had to delete it. There’s nothing relaxing or fun about this game and the idiot computer.

    Developer Response

    Hello, I'm sorry to hear you don't like the recent changes to the game, but thank you for sharing your feedback on this! If you have additional feedback, you can share it with us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox. Thank you, Concrete Software
  • Unfortunate update

    Several months ago I had to stop playing this game I used to play daily. Now, before you make the decision to blind nill…. You can’t see the other players cards. That daily challenges is in the way! Please allow that to be mimimized (more). Additionally, after guessing, you no longer have the option to exchange 2 cards and I no longer see this in the settings. This app has become unplayable. I keep checking back and thought I’d leave a review this time. I miss it!

    Developer Response

    Hello,On the latest version of the game, you should be able to tap an X to close the daily challenge screen to get a better view if you need to. As for 2 card pass on blind nil, this has been removed to enhance gameplay and leaderboards for all players. If you have additional feedback or need any help, you can message us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • Says update required but no way to do it

    There is a message when I open the app that says it requires an update but when I check the App Store the only option I have is to “open” and when I do it cycles back to the same update needed message.
    I LOVE your game but I’m stuck in the never-ending cycle.

    Please HELP.

    Developer Response

    Hello,Based on your review, you're playing the most recent version of the game. If you're still seeing this message, please try fully closing and reopening the game. If you need further help, you can reach us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • New update created a feedback loop

    Every time I open the game, it forces me to open the App Store to update. I updated the game, but it’s still forcing me to open the App Store where the “update” button is now the “open” button. It’s a shame because I really enjoy playing this game. Please fix it. Thanks!

    Developer Response

    Hello,I apologize for this issue. We made some changes yesterday to fix this. Please try fully closing and reopening the game to see if that helps. For further assistance, you can reach us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • Blind Nil

    Every upgrade has actually been a downgrade. I paid for the ad free version but the developers changed it to ‘no options’ for ad free play. I wasn’t refunded anything for this change-seems a bit shady.
    Next, the developers decided to add a bunch of additional advantages and benefits that aren’t part of an actual spades game.
    Now the option to pass cards when bidding blind nil is gone. If you want to guarantee getting the ace of spades, bid blind nil.
    What’s the next plan to make this app worse?

    Developer Response

    Hello,I'm sorry to hear you haven't enjoyed the game's recent updates, but thank you for sharing your feedback! If you have more feedback for us or have other questions, you can reach us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • Barely Worth Your Time

    The different color cards are confusing and unnecessary and senseless. During play, the score isn’t shown. Since you are playing a game you should know the score at all times. Playing bots isn’t great fun, neither are these bots.

    Per usual the programmers are inconsiderate and disrespect their users: you have to hit 4 to 5 different buttons just to get out of one ad.

    You have to be very bored to download this app.

    Developer Response

    Hello,Thank you for giving our game a try and sharing your feedback on things like the bots, ads, and the suit colors. For the suit colors at least, you can adjust this back to the normal red/black in the game's settings if you like (you may need to scroll down to the gameplay settings section). If you have questions, you can reach us about it at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the help section of the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • New update makes game unplayable

    This used to be a great game. The only one I could find with variations of spades. Although the update made previously small and difficult or sometimes impossible to see cards easily visible, the ai is horrible! I’m trying to play the Whiz variation and they will bid nil while having 6 spades, it is actually happening often. My AI partner bid nil and ended up winning 7 tricks that hand. There is little to no strategy on covering a partners nil bid. Since the update, not a single game I have played has been won by reaching the point goal. Every single game ends with one team going out the back door or having less than negative 200 points.

    Developer Response

    Hello,I'm sorry to hear you don't like the game's latest update but thank you for your feedback on the game's AI during Whiz matches. If you have more feedback or other questions, you can reach us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • One of the better Spades apps

    Love the layout and the characters. I wish there was a way to pay so that the ads would go away. Very annoying ads.
  • Spades Ad Free Scam

    I purchased the ad free version of Spades several years ago. Concrete software recently updated the Spades game and “forced” the new version on me (automatically updated the new game on my iPad). With the “new and improved” Spades game, I must watch ads to play the game.

    I wrote to Concrete Software with my complaint and was basically told to “pound sand.” Concrete Software said it is not possible to play the old ad free game anymore and they do not offer an ad free option for the new game.

    Certainly, I can’t be the only person that thinks it’s wrong for a company to take your money promising something, then updating their software and telling you what you purchased is no longer valid. Kind of a “bait and switch” concept. Did Concrete Software offer to refund my money, of course not.

    Maybe if there are enough unhappy subscribers experiencing this problem Concrete Software will reconsider their policy.

    Alex

    Developer Response

    Hello,Unfortunately the newest version of the game doesn't include an ad free option, and there's no way to revert to the old version (which had been discontinued and removed for new players from the app store for a long while) after updating. As Apple handles payment processing on iOS, we can't offer refunds, but you can reach out to Apple to request a refund. If you have questions, you can reach back out at support@concretesoftware.com or using the contact form in the game's inbox.Thank you,Concrete Software
  • IPad update

    Unable to install on iPad Pro 11. I had old version and it crashed last week. Please update for iPad, still has 1.1.13 version. New version is on my iPhone (Samsung) no problem. This is the best Spades game available and I miss playing it. Please update for iPad.

    Developer Response

    Hello,The newest version for iOS is currently 1.0.13 and we're aware of some issues with that version. If you have questions, you can reach out to us at support@concretesoftware.com or using the support button on the game's information screen.Thank you,Concrete Software

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