Report updated Mar 26, 2026

What Is Acrylic Nails!?

Acrylic Nails! is a hyper-casual simulation game by Crazy Labs that allows users to perform DIY nail makeovers. It leverages ASMR-inspired mechanics to provide a relaxing, creative experience for its target audience of casual gamers and fashion enthusiasts. While the app enjoys high visibility and a massive user base, it suffers from a mixed reputation due to aggressive ad frequency and misleading promotional creative. Currently ranked #59 in its category, the app has significant potential if it can balance its monetization strategy with a more user-friendly experience.

What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.

Mixed
Engaging Gameplay
Excessive Advertising... Show more

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Key Features

ASMR-Inspired GameplayDifferentiator

Integrates soothing audio and tactile feedback to create a relaxing, satisfying nail salon experience.

Comprehensive Nail CustomizationStandard

Allows users to drill, shape, lengthen, and paint nails with a wide variety of prints and colors.

Nail Art ChallengesStandard

Provides specific missions and requests from virtual clients to test design skills.

Social SharingBasic

Enables users to share their custom nail art creations with friends.

Recent User Sentiment iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.

Mixed

β€œRecent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate engaging gameplay and relaxing experience, but report excessive advertising and misleading advertising.”

What Users Love

Engaging Gameplay

It was so fun and good

I love the nail designs

Relaxing Experience

It is very fun and relaxing!

It is really rlaksing.

Pain Points

Excessive Advertising

Not worth it when there's an ad every 60 seconds.

Game was cool, but ads pop up every second!

Misleading Advertising

the game is nothing like the ads....

I saw an ad about this app where the customer wanted Halloween nails. It was so fun that I got it, but there was a mistake.

High confidence Β· 99 reviews available

App Store Performance

ChartRankChange
Free#59β–²3
No ranking data for this selection.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • High user engagement
  • Strong ASMR-based core loop
  • Consistent performance updates

Cons

  • Aggressive ad frequency
  • Misleading marketing creative
  • High user churn due to ad load

Market Outlook

Growth Opportunities

  • Implement subscription/ad-free tiers
  • Align marketing with actual gameplay
  • Community-driven content

Market Threats

  • Competitors with better ad-load balance
  • Negative store reviews impacting ranking
  • Hyper-casual market saturation

Key Takeaways

Acrylic Nails! is a divisive games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.4/5 rating from 865.8K reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging gameplay, though excessive advertising remains a common concern.

Best for: Casual gamers and fashion enthusiasts who enjoy creative simulation games and satisfying ASMR-style experiences.

App Details & Pricing

Model: freemium

Tiers:
Free-to-play with in-app advertisementsPotential in-app purchases for premium content or ad removal

Monetizes through a high-volume, hyper-casual model relying on ad-supported gameplay and potential IAP for cosmetic unlocks.

iOS Version

2.3.2

Android Version

2.3.0.0

Release Date

Aug 26, 2020

iOS Price

Free

Android Price

Free

Developer

Crazy Labs

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