Candy Crush Saga

CNET Editors' review

by: CNET staff on December 26, 2012

Adapted from the popular online game, this game is sure to please with its quick gameplay, colorful graphics and hundreds of tasty levels. Candy Crush Saga is a highly addictive game app that promises many hours of fun on your Android device.

At around 31MB, Candy Crush Saga belongs to some of the bigger applications you can download to your Android device. Setup for this game is very simple, and there is a one-touch Facebook registration for those interested in social network integration. Once the game is set up there are tutorials that will help you learn the basic strategies and gameplay. You may skip these if you are already familiar with the game. The layout is very straightforward and colorful. The design seems well thought out and intuitive. Simple pop-up messages give you important information, and a slide out menu gives you access to settings. The app is very stable and functions perfectly, allowing you to enjoy the game without worrying it will crash or lock up. The overall gameplay is fast and quite addictive. The only issue that leaves room for improvement is that phone calls tend to freeze the game, which results in progress being lost.

Candy Crush Saga comes as a nice refreshment and a great time killer for all those who enjoy highly addictive games. Points, power-ups, and bonuses are given frequently. The game is filled with nonstop action and great strategy. Aside from some minor inconveniences, this game app is flawless and a must-try for any mobile gaming fanatic.