Raptor RPG - Kidsv4.4

Released September 25, 2018Major

iOS

The latest major update triggered a decline in average rating from 3.86 to 3.57 stars on iOS. While visual chat indicators were received well, the introduction of restrictive single-word chat and mandatory math problems caused significant user friction. The net impact is negative due to these core gameplay and communication regressions.

What changed

SocialAdded new multiplayer map 'Paradise'
ContentAdded new map areas including YinYang, Mines, ParaPark, Spaced Out, Sand Castle and Bird Cage
PerformanceImproved Raptor movement and fixed collider glitches
ContentUpdated environment shaders for thicker and more vibrant foliage
PlatformImproved and fixed backwards compatibility
SocialFixed and improved game hosting functionality

Reception

38/ 100 impact scoreNegative

What worked

Social
Visual indicators for active chat sessions improve player awareness of others.

What didn't

Social
backfired
Restricting chat to single word responses prevents effective multiplayer communication.

Marlvel takeaways

Revert chat restrictions to restore multiplayer communication utility.
Remove mandatory math problems during gameplay to align with user expectations for casual animal simulation.
Monitor post-update sentiment as the current sample size of seven reviews remains insufficient for long-term stability assessment.

Original release notes

V4.4
New multiplayer map, either join a server, or select host and choose 'Paradise'!
Paradise map contains new map areas:
YinYang, Mines, ParaPark, Spaced Out, Sand Castle and Bird Cage
Glitchy collider/Raptor Movement improved
Various grass, flower, trees etc shaders changed
(double sided, makes them thicker and more vibrant, but requires more performance)
Improved/fixed backwards compatibility
Fixed and improved hosting game stuff