Alganon

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Alganon is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by 3000AD and was released on May 19, 2015. It received negative reviews from players.

Old school fantasy MMORPG in which gamers play together in a large world featuring a rich history dominated by commanding deities, powerful weapons & armor, deadly magic, epic quests, ancient places to discover, cities & lands to conquer, the utilization of detailed trade skills, and more.

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Audience ScoreBased on 165 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics13 negative mentions

Alganon offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic MMORPGs like Vanilla World of Warcraft, appealing to players who enjoy that style.
The game has a unique study system that allows players to improve their skills over time, even when offline, adding a layer of depth to character progression.
Despite its flaws, some players appreciate the small, friendly community and the potential for the game to improve with more players.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes, lag, and poor graphics, making for a frustrating gameplay experience.
Alganon's free-to-play model is heavily criticized for its paywalls, limiting character progression and features unless players spend money.
The developer's handling of community feedback is seen as unprofessional, with reports of banning players for constructive criticism and a lack of transparency regarding game updates.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as "light" and lacking depth, with minimal lore and repetitive quest lines reminiscent of other MMOs like World of Warcraft. Players find the questing system frustrating due to poor tracking, bland objectives, and a lack of engaging narrative, leading to a sense of disconnection from the game's world. While some appreciate the immersive elements and humor, many criticize the overall storytelling and quest design as uninspired and derivative.
- “The game has a story; it's 'light' in that it doesn't throw it right into your face.”
- “It has an engaging story and some tongue-in-cheek humor (nidjits, anyone? hogger mounts?). Questing is fun and can be deadly.”
- “Looks like people have been on a mission to slam this game recently, but I am glad I didn't heed these poor reviews as I very much appreciate this game for what it is and what it offers.”
- “Very little lore - backstory outside fb, wiki, etc. If you're going to suck me in, make me care and tell me a story.”
- “This is like the biggest bullshit game ever, the quest-lines are exactly the same as in World of Warcraft.”
- “The quest text is bland and boring.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many reviewers describing them as outdated and reminiscent of early World of Warcraft, often labeling the visuals as "bland" or "terrible." While some players appreciate the organic art style and find the graphics acceptable for gameplay, the overall consensus is that the visuals are a significant drawback, lacking the quality expected from more recent titles. Despite the dated graphics, a few users noted that they did not detract significantly from the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics feel much more organic than a lot of other MMOs.”
- “The art style to me was 10 times, or not 20 times better than WoW's in my opinion; it felt actually like art, versus WoW's cartoon backgrounds.”
- “I like the graphics and think there are some cool zones/mobs.”
- “Terrible graphics, a feeble attempt at copying World of Warcraft, weak storyline, and very bad mechanics.”
- “The world... empty... the graphics... old & tired... the game... put together with one of those create a game software bundles... amateur at best.”
- “The graphics are bland and boring and highly outdated.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its similarities to World of Warcraft and enjoying the crafting and trade skills, while others criticize the poor graphics, lack of fluidity in movement, and overall mechanics. Despite these issues, some find the gameplay satisfying enough to continue playing, though many express disappointment in the execution and community engagement. Overall, the gameplay is seen as solid but could benefit from significant improvements.
- “I downloaded the game 2 days ago... I was looking for something that had characteristics of the gameplay of WoW originally. I played WoW for years, through multiple expansion packs. Although this has similar characteristics of WoW, I find that there are many different aspects as well. Although I am having some lag, and the server goes down a bit, I truly do enjoy the time I spend in the game. I have over 10 hours in already and am still learning the game (especially the crafting and trade skills).”
- “Has a very EverQuest feel to the combat mechanics as well as ability usage.”
- “Still, the gameplay is solid.”
- “Terrible graphics, a feeble attempt at copying World of Warcraft, weak storyline, and very, very bad mechanics.”
- “Alganon's biggest downfall is the graphics and movement gameplay.”
- “Jumping and movement mechanics have no fluidity to them at all.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, lag, and unpolished mechanics, including issues with animations and NPC interactions. Many players describe it as outdated and uninspired, though some express hope that future updates may address these problems. Overall, the consensus is that the game currently suffers from significant stability issues.
- “Play for a bit, invisible walls, buggy walking and jumping interactions.”
- “I began to ponder my ability to review a game objectively, but soon realized that this is probably one of the most uninspired, incomplete, buggy, laggy games on Steam, and that it's not just me.”
- “It is unpolished, buggy, outdated, and has horrible support.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model in the game has shifted from traditional premium versions to a heavy reliance on microtransactions, which many players view as a cash grab. While some appreciate the option for affordable, "à la carte" purchases, the overall sentiment is marred by concerns over the professionalism of the development team and the game's rushed execution.
- “Microtransactions are the 'new thing' and paying to unlock stuff in 'free' to download/play games is nothing new.”
- “- not so expensive and 'à la carte' microtransactions for those who want to invest and support the game.”
- “F2P has evolved from 'free versions' with 'premium' or 'silver' or 'gold' modes you pay for to instead, just a plethora of microtransactions.”
- “Throw that on top of a horrible dev team with zero professionalism, and an obvious cash grab with a game hastily erected around it, and you have Alganon.”
- “Your basic WoW clone with a heavy emphasis on in-game purchases.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be similar to other MMORPGs, involving quests, farming, and crafting, which can be enjoyable for those who appreciate these mechanics. However, some users note that tedious bugs can detract from the experience, making the grind feel less rewarding. Overall, while the game is grind-heavy, it offers potential for players who enjoy the grind and character development.
- “So while combat at times was doable, the random tedious bugs that occur made it not worth the effort.”
- “I think it has lots of potential so far; yes, it's grindy, but so is every other MMORPG. It's worth a try and worth a fair chance.”
- “If you like grinding mobs for fun and sport while you slowly level, spending time gathering materials for tradeskills, riding over the plains on your hog courser, this game is for you.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a quirky and engaging humor that enhances the exploration experience, with tongue-in-cheek references that resonate with players. While the story and questing elements are enjoyable, some critiques highlight that the combat lacks creativity, detracting from the overall comedic experience.
- “The game has its own quirky humor which helps it all go down smoothly; the place is fun to explore, which adds to the experience.”
- “It has an engaging story and some tongue-in-cheek humor (nidjits, anyone? Hogger mounts?). Questing is fun and can be deadly.”
- “Png also, this dev is the guy from this hilarious old semi-viral video, Derek Smart: Desktop Commander.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game are generally well-received, with users noting that while the music is pleasant, it lacks originality and feels familiar to other fantasy games. Some players found the sound effects adequate for the game's era, but others felt the need to supplement the experience with additional background music. Overall, the audio elements contribute positively but do not stand out significantly.
- “The music and sound effects are actually very good.”
- “The music is nice; you've heard it in any other fantasy game though.”
- “To even play it for as long as I did, I needed to play music in the background, have my TV on at all times, and periodically look at my screen to make sure my auto-attacking champion wasn't dead or to make sure the creature wasn't glitched.”
- “Music is fine, the sound effects are decent enough for when this game came out.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for causing performance issues, particularly lag, which many attribute to a lack of server support from the developer rather than inherent flaws in the game itself. Additionally, players report inconsistent frame rates and high CPU usage, suggesting that the optimization is subpar compared to other titles. Overall, the game's performance needs significant improvement to enhance the user experience.
- “The one performance issue of the game, lag, seems to boil down to the developer/publisher not seeing enough support to justify adding/upgrading servers and is not due to some flaw of the game.”
- “Poor optimization; I get 35 FPS whether I set graphics to low or ultra, and it uses more of my CPU power than GTA V, which I run on high at 45-60 FPS.”
- “Poor optimization.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is enhanced through a variety of features such as quests, farming, crafting, and the ability to customize characters with personal priorities, similar to systems found in games like Rift, WoW, and Guild Wars 2. Players appreciate the depth and flexibility offered, including offline progression options that allow for tailored character growth.
- “The game offers added features to fine-tune your character development with studies, even offline, allowing you to set your own priorities.”
- “Character development is rich and engaging, reminiscent of classic games like Rift, WoW, and Guild Wars 2, with a variety of activities to enhance your experience.”
- “The depth of character development in this game allows for a personalized journey, making each player's experience unique.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression compared to other games like Rift or WoW.”
- “The character development system is overly simplistic and doesn't allow for much customization or depth.”
- “I was hoping for a more engaging character development experience, but it feels like a missed opportunity.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is criticized for resembling a low-quality clone of World of Warcraft, with users noting that the graphics and overall visual details are subpar.
- “The graphics and atmosphere feel like a poorly executed clone of World of Warcraft, lacking in detail and depth.”
- “The overall ambiance is uninspired and fails to create an engaging environment.”
- “The atmosphere is bland and forgettable, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”