Allods Online

Allods Online is a free-to-play 3D fantasy MMORPG set in the unique universe of Sarnaut, where players can explore floating islands, engage in PvE and PvP combat, and choose from several races and classes. With its rich story and immersive gameplay, Allods Online offers a vast and exciting gaming experience, drawing inspiration from the classic Rage of Mages series. The game features a range of customization options and a variety of game modes, appealing to both hardcore and casual players.

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Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 348 reviews

story23 positive mentions

grinding20 negative mentions

The subscription server offers a fun and balanced experience without pay-to-win elements.
The game has a nostalgic feel and brings back memories for long-time players.
The art style and lore are engaging, providing a unique setting compared to other MMORPGs.

The free-to-play server is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for non-paying players to compete.
The player population is low, leading to a lack of community and difficulty finding groups for content.
Quest design can be repetitive and grindy, with some quests requiring excessive farming for minimal rewards.

story
95 mentions
24 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as having a mix of engaging and repetitive quests, with some players appreciating the intricate worldbuilding and unique setting, while others find the quest design grindy and uninspired. Although there are interesting storylines and a rich lore, many quests boil down to typical "fetch and kill" tasks, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, while the narrative has its merits, it suffers from inconsistencies in quest quality and can feel tedious due to the sheer volume of similar tasks.
- “Bursting with quests and an intricately woven storyline.”
- “The story is really well done, and holds your attention, but you will have to read some quest text in order to follow it.”
- “It has an incredibly deep and awesome story which gets regularly updated with more and more new and fascinating revelations and tons of things you can do online.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the quests are absolutely boring and aren't immersive or engaging at all.”
- “Once you hit level 20 or so, the grind becomes quite ridiculous, with barely any progress made with completing the quests unless you are willing to invest a lot of time into the game.”
- “Classes and skills are all tweaked to the standard setup, quests are all the standard fetch/kill quests, and the progression/loot system is mostly quest reward and crafting driven, as standard as standard gets.”
graphics
47 mentions
36 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of Allods Online receive mixed reviews, with many praising its stylized art style and detailed textures that have aged well compared to other MMOs. However, some players note that the visuals feel outdated and could benefit from an update, particularly in terms of optimization and overall detail quality. While the graphics are often likened to those of World of Warcraft, they are described as less polished, leading to a consensus that while visually appealing, the game does show signs of its age.
- “The visual execution is commendable, boasting meticulous graphics that elevate the immersive landscapes.”
- “For as old as this game is, the graphics have held up wonderfully!”
- “Allods Online has a true open world feel to it with almost no loading screens from most areas to another; the stylized graphics make the game age well over the years while offering beautiful, diverse areas to explore.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the quests are absolutely boring and aren't immersive or engaging at all.”
- “The art is nice but the graphics are poor.”
- “The graphics are year 2000 graphics, and it feels like you spent a whole day walking from point A to B.”
gameplay
40 mentions
33 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Allods Online is characterized by a blend of standard MMORPG mechanics and some unique features, such as interesting class concepts and a vibrant art style. However, many players find the progression slow and the gameplay repetitive, with a lack of variety and dated mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While it offers a decent free-to-play experience reminiscent of older titles like World of Warcraft, the presence of pay-to-win elements and balance issues are notable drawbacks.
- “To sum it all up, even though it's not as good as WoW of 2010, it's definitely a worthy contestant of WoW 2022 if not in graphics & performance then in gameplay!”
- “Best WoW clone I've ever played, really fun and good-looking game for its time, with mechanics that WoW itself lacked such as marriage, mount feeding, mount HP bar and levels. The holiday events were so fun, the astral ships system was so fun, even mini-games like that soccer you played with a goblin's head. Precasting spells, overall the game got creative using the WoW base formula.”
- “The underlying gameplay mechanics aren't a problem either, with the early WoW formula being executed well enough to be enjoyable, even if some of the attacks lack much of a visceral feeling.”
- “Despite the longing to relive the golden days, the game unfortunately showcases its age with dated mechanics and repetitive gameplay, coupled with a lack of guidance for new players.”
- “Maybe I'm exaggerating, but I don't see any kind of gameplay variety here, really.”
- “This game is too outdated in terms of mechanics.”
grinding
22 mentions
9 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with players criticizing the repetitive and tedious nature of quests that require excessive farming for minimal rewards. Many feel that the game leans heavily into pay-to-win mechanics, making it difficult to progress without significant time investment or financial expenditure. While some players find the combat enjoyable, the overall consensus is that the grinding experience is frustrating and can feel more demanding than a full-time job.
- “It has an amazing world with no grindy leveling.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Also, some of the quests are designed badly. No one wants to kill 50 things to get 15 drops in a tab-target MMORPG; that kind of writing is boring and grindy when you're just trying to level and get through the quests.”
- “To get anywhere near the top percent, you either need to spend a lifetime grinding or sink hundreds to thousands of dollars into the game.”
- “This game is the most tedious and most expensive game I've played and will ever play. It's way more tedious than my job and more demanding than my boss.”
music
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its fitting and well-crafted soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience without being overpowering. Many players appreciate the ambient pieces, likening them to those found in popular titles like World of Warcraft, and some have even added tracks to their personal libraries. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack of the game was, in my opinion, quite well done.”
- “In most areas of the game, fitting music was being played in the background, neither too impulsive nor too quiet.”
- “I played this game long before it appeared on Steam, and my fondest memory of it was some of the beautiful soundtracks, which I added to my own library and still listen to.”
- “The soundtrack of the game was, in my opinion, quite poorly executed.”
- “In most areas of the game, the music felt out of place and did not enhance the experience.”
- “The soundtrack lacked variety and became repetitive quickly.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players noting its fun and cheeky nature, often comparing it favorably to more popular MMORPGs. While some find the scavenger hunt mechanics less engaging, the overall comedic elements contribute to a memorable gaming experience. Players enjoy the balance of humor and epic quests, enhancing their enjoyment of the game.
- “Love this game, it's an old game but it's funny; I've played lots of hours before Steam.”
- “It's a fun game with a lot of humor and better than most popular MMORPGs.”
- “The humor and cheekiness are appealing; I remember some truly thrilling, epic, funny, and sometimes tragic quests.”
monetization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is heavily reliant on microtransactions, leading some players to view it as a cash grab, especially with the introduction of a separate pay-to-play server. While acknowledging its free-to-play model, users express concern that the game's reliance on in-game purchases detracts from the overall experience.
- “There are in-game purchases, but the developers also created a separate pay-to-play server.”
- “Firstly, I do realize it's a free-to-play game, but this game is basically built on microtransactions.”
- “So there are in-game purchases, but the developers made another server pay-to-play.”
- “It is a cash grab.”
optimization
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is seen as lacking, particularly in graphics and performance, with users noting it is not as well-optimized as older titles like WoW 2010. While gameplay and class variety receive praise, the free-to-play model is criticized for being poorly optimized and focused on monetization rather than enhancing the player experience.
- “Fun classes with lots of optimization.”
- “To sum it all up, even though it's not as good as WoW of 2010, it's definitely a worthy contestant of WoW 2022 if not in graphics and performance, then in gameplay!”
- “In regards to the free-to-play system, the game uses a really bad model which, in my opinion, is optimized only for extracting as much cash as possible from paying players.”
- “Poorly optimized.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as a mix of calm yet creepy elements, particularly in the empire areas, which are infused with a Soviet Russian aesthetic. While the character models and animations are praised for their quality, the presence of disturbing propaganda detracts from immersion and raises ethical concerns. Overall, the atmosphere is noted for its mature content and distinct art design, setting it apart from other games like World of Warcraft.
- “It has a nice calm but creepy atmosphere (especially on the empire side) to it, and the story is a nice average.”
- “Loved the more mature content, the Soviet Russian atmosphere (empire), and the character models with animations that were all properly done in motion capture.”
- “Overall, it looks like World of Warcraft (mostly the UI), but the skill system, art design, story, and atmosphere couldn't be more different.”
- “Content and atmosphere: disturbingly, the new areas I managed to find were rife with what can only be described as Russian propaganda, something that not only breaks immersion but is deeply concerning from an ethical standpoint.”
- “Overall it looks like World of Warcraft (mostly the UI), but the skill system, art design, story, and atmosphere couldn't be more different.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs related to skill descriptions, non-functional stats, frequent disconnects, and quest item clutter. Players have reported freezing during critical gameplay moments and confusion over quest objectives, often requiring external help to progress. Overall, these problems detract from the gaming experience.
- “It is buggy: unclear skill descriptions, skills or stats not working as intended, disconnects, quest items cluttering your bag after the quest is done.”
- “Freezes at the manticore stage and won't unfreeze... right at the beginning, lol.”
- “I can see the issues; it can get a little buggy with movement, and the pay-to-play feel is evident. Also, I often get a little confused on what to do on some quests and have to find them on the internet after 30 minutes of trying to do it myself.”