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Ink or Swim

Ink or Swim

by Valorian Games Pty Ltd

471 ratings
31 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 7, 2018
  • November 29, 2020

Developer

Valorian Games Pty Ltd
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About

Tap to navigate an underwater world, avoiding obstacles and enemies. Power up to defeat foes and unlock numerous vibrant levels. This game offers quick rounds and a simple, yet challenging, experience for all ages.

โœ“Tap-based gameplay
โœ“32 underwater worlds
โœ“Power-ups
โœ“Leaderboards
โœ“Quick rounds
โœ“No tutorial required
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Ink or Swim. Based on 471 reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 7 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • ๐ŸŽจExcellent pixel art and aesthetic design
  • ๐Ÿ‘Responsive and intuitive controls
  • ๐ŸŽฎAddictive and engaging gameplay mechanics
  • โœจCharming character and world design
  • ๐ŸŒŠUnique marine-themed environments
  • ๐Ÿ’ŽHigh-quality production for mobile game
  • ๐ŸŽฏSimple yet challenging difficulty balance
  • ๐ŸŽตGreat soundtrack quality

Negative things

  • ๐Ÿ“บExcessive video advertisements
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐAds persist after paid purchase
  • ๐Ÿ”„Duplicate world unlocks from random rewards
  • ๐ŸŽตSame music across all worlds
  • ๐ŸŽฎGameplay becomes repetitive over time
  • โš ๏ธOffensive/racist advertisements displayed
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธAnnoying clams and treasure box system
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What's New in Ink or Swim

1.4

November 29, 2020

Updated plugins used in the project to the latest version

User reviews

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AMAZING!

THIS GAME IS THE DOGโ€™S BOLLOCKS!
TictacpaddywackTictacpaddywack

Aestheticโ„ข๏ธ

I love the pixel art so much. I love unlocking new seas it's a bop
endoexocytosisendoexocytosis

Awesome!

Itโ€™s a great game and reminds me of the Splatoon mini games! But everybodyโ€™s a critic. One minor thing that I donโ€™t like is how the star after its affects does not do anything to protect you from dying. Add like a thing where after the affects were off the whole thing bubbles up getting rid of everything! It would make it easier.
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sonic_player09sonic_player09

Derogatory and Racist Ad

I want this game removed. While my son was playing it had an ad stating โ€œAll Jews must die.โ€
Mrspidertiger1235Mrspidertiger1235

Would be 5 stars but...

I am still getting ads after making a purchase. In the game, it says that the purchase of any of the worlds removes ads from the game. But it didnโ€™t work for me. I really hate being interrupted by ads and it makes it even more infuriating because I paid money to get rid of them. Otherwise this is a great game, with charming graphics and really good controls. I like how the jellyfish bounces off the walls and rapidly bouncing off the wall can be used strategically to get through tight areas. I just wish I wasnโ€™t interrupted with ads that I paid to remove.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Save data not persisting after closing app

Bug

Earned currency/shells lost on restart

Bug

Ad removal not working after purchase

Bug

Star protection does not prevent death as intended

Bug
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Requested Features

6 requests

Ability to avoid duplicate world unlocks

Feature

Additional power-ups beyond rainbow star

Feature

Weapons or combat mechanics against jellyfish

Feature

Unique soundtrack for each world

Feature

Donation feature for developers

Feature

Bubble-clearing mechanic after star effects end

Feature

FAQ

What is Ink or Swim?

Ink or Swim is a tap-based arcade game where players time their taps to navigate an underwater environment. The goal is to stay afloat, dodge obstacles like killer coral, and defeat sea enemies. Players can also collect power-ups to aid them in their journey.

What are the key features of Ink or Swim?

Key features include simple pick-up-and-play mechanics with no tutorial required, 32 unique underwater worlds to unlock, bright visuals, cheerful chiptune music, and challenging gameplay. It also offers lightning-fast rounds suitable for short play sessions and leaderboards to compete with friends.

Is Ink or Swim free to play?

Yes, Ink or Swim is a free-to-play game. The provided information indicates it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience.

What kind of gameplay can I expect from Ink or Swim?

The gameplay is described as simple to learn but hard to master. It focuses on precise timing for taps to control movement and avoid hazards. The game offers challenging rounds and encourages players to aim for high scores on leaderboards.

What platforms is Ink or Swim available on?

While the specific platforms are not detailed in the provided description, it is presented as a mobile application. Typically, games of this nature are available on both iOS and Android operating systems.