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Almost a Hero — Idle RPG

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89%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
monetization, grinding
89% User Score Based on 10,000 reviews

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Almost a Hero — Idle RPG is a single player casual role playing game. It received positive reviews from players.

Upgrade your team into unstoppable champions in this action clicker adventure!

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Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
graphics260 positive mentions
monetization374 negative mentions
  • Great graphics and charming characters that add to the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The game offers a fair balance between free-to-play and paid options, allowing players to progress without spending money.
  • Engaging gameplay with a variety of modes and challenges that keep the experience fresh.
  • Recent updates have introduced bugs that cause the game to crash or freeze, making it unplayable for some users.
  • The game can become repetitive after a while, especially once players reach higher levels.
  • Some users have reported issues with cloud saves not working properly, leading to lost progress.
  • monetization
    448 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is generally viewed as fair and non-intrusive, with optional ads that provide rewards without being forced upon players. While many users appreciate the ability to earn in-game currency through watching ads, some report issues with ad functionality, including crashes and unresponsive rewards. Overall, the game is praised for its balance between free-to-play accessibility and optional microtransactions, though concerns about recent changes increasing ad frequency have emerged.

    • “It's super addictive, doesn't try to wreck your wallet with microtransactions, and there's a ton of depth so even min-maxers will be satisfied.”
    • “Don't let the in-app purchases throw you off; they are there but definitely not necessary to play the game at all.”
    • “I never thought that a free-to-play idle game could be this deep, engaging, and fun on one hand, and have pretty fair and simple monetization on the other.”
    • “Changes are made that clearly make watching ads the only real way to progress or play the game.”
    • “The 'watch ads to get rewards' is broken most of the time; my watching isn't registered and no matter how much I watch ads, it doesn't give me rewards.”
    • “The game forces you to claim idle gains through ads; the developer removed the option to claim gains without ads even when coin and mana to collect is 0.”
  • graphics
    340 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming, colorful, and unique art style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the smooth animations, humorous character designs, and the game's ability to run efficiently on various devices. Overall, the visuals are described as beautiful and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.

    • “The art style is cute and well done.”
    • “The graphics are charming and the company isn't owned by China.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully designed, unique characters, and the gameplay is fun.”
    • “I would like to see better graphics.”
    • “It's so bad it's so annoying; even starting the game up is hell. It nonstop crashes. If you're reading this, don't get this game. The artwork and the idea of the game are fine, but it's trash.”
    • “My only problem is the graphics.”
  • gameplay
    262 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this idle clicker game is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, charming characters, and rewarding progression system, making it fun and addictive for players. While many appreciate the balance between active and idle gameplay, some critiques highlight issues such as repetitiveness, a lack of depth in the long run, and the presence of pay-to-win elements. Overall, the game offers a solid experience with a variety of unlockable features, though some players express a desire for more innovative gameplay and clearer mechanics.

    • “Gameplay is quite fresh, the balance is quite good and it's fun to play!”
    • “Rewarding gameplay, fun challenges, no need to spend money for anything unless you want to.”
    • “Great game - enjoyable gameplay, good graphics, nice and simple UI & layout and comical characters as well as presentation.”
    • “With the addition of the seasons and pets, the game has completely lost its main goal of gameplay, which is to get to the final stage.”
    • “A fun lineup of amusing characters with witty quips, which could easily have been used to great effect with an innovative story, is instead largely wasted on dull, run-of-the-mill tap/upgrade gameplay mechanics.”
    • “Boring after a few hours of gameplay... the game has very few content.”
  • humor
    121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting its funny characters, witty dialogue, and quirky animations that enhance the overall experience. The colorful art style and engaging voice lines contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere, making it an enjoyable and addictive idle game. While some players noted that the gameplay can become repetitive, the comedic elements consistently keep the game entertaining.

    • “The characters are very animated and have some funny lines.”
    • “It's a good idle game... enjoy the sense of humor.”
    • “Creative characters, both heroes and enemies, funny dialogue, and nice artwork!”
  • story
    93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is a mixed bag, with many players expressing a desire for a more prominent narrative presence, as it often feels absent or underdeveloped. While some appreciate the quirky characters and their backstories, others find the gameplay mechanics overshadow the potential for a compelling storyline. Overall, there is a consensus that enhancing the storytelling elements could significantly improve the gaming experience.

    • “I love the story, the heroes, and the mechanics of this game.”
    • “Great how you've woven a story through the game and its heroes and the player.”
    • “Adorable graphics and cute storyline make this game pretty addictive!”
    • “For an idle game, its balance seems to be a lot more tailored toward mid and endgame, with a strange sense of progression and literally, zero story.”
    • “The only thing that prevents me from giving it 5 stars is the lack of lore/story behind the characters.”
    • “Seems a little pointless without some sort of story.”
  • grinding
    78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game features a significant grinding aspect, particularly in the later stages, which can become tedious and frustrating for players. While some users appreciate the balance between grinding and rewards, others find the progression slow and feel that the game becomes overly reliant on grinding, especially with the introduction of new seasons and the need for in-game currency. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some enjoying the grind as part of the idle game experience, while others see it as a barrier to enjoyment.

    • “Fun game, new things unlock often making it interesting and not grindy.”
    • “I like the game; it's simple and not too grindy.”
    • “This game started out perfectly, generous, balanced, and very enjoyable; unfortunately, after some time, it becomes the complete opposite, impossible to move forward, which makes it tedious and annoying. Either spend an endless amount of your hard-earned money or find something else.”
    • “Game becomes insanely grindy, no actual real gameplay or strategy, just another money-sucking scam.”
    • “The game isn't fun; it's tedious and not worth anyone's time.”
  • stability
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly when attempting to load cloud saves or watch ads for rewards. Many players have experienced significant gameplay interruptions, rendering the game nearly unplayable, especially after recent updates. While some users noted that the game runs well at times, the overall consensus is that the current state is plagued by bugs and performance issues that need urgent attention.

    • “The game runs great and it's very fun to play, although some playable ads can cause the game to freeze, preventing you from receiving rewards after shutting down the game completely. However, other ads like trailers run just fine.”
    • “No glitches.”
    • “I want to load my cloud save, but every time I try, the game freezes and crashes, and a reload just repeats the process.”
    • “This used to be a super fun game, but now it freezes and crashes constantly. I paid for items I never received and couldn't even get in touch with the developers to fix it or get a refund.”
    • “The game completely freezes in the tutorial, and restarting the game doesn't help.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users enjoying the catchy tunes, sound effects, and voice acting. While some players appreciate the vibrant and engaging soundtrack, a few have noted issues such as music looping and interference with personal playlists. Overall, the combination of music, sound effects, and graphics contributes to a polished and enjoyable gaming atmosphere.

    • “All the jingling coins, funky music and rapid pace are sure to have you addicted in no time!”
    • “Extremely good art, including music, voice over and sound effects, high level of polish overall, and fun characters and dialogues!”
    • “Very charming game with great sound effects, music, and even voice acting.”
    • “I haven't heard any music.”
    • “Removed stars because it pauses my music when I open it.”
    • “Oh, and volume sliders for when I want to listen to music but I don't want the game sounds to take over my sound real estate.”
  • character development
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its engaging character design and unique mechanics, with players appreciating the variety of unlockable skins and the humor in character dialogue. The art style and animation are praised for their simplicity and beauty, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. While some find the character designs fun and appealing, a few critiques mention a lack of depth in individual character development.

    • “I love the character design, animation looks solid and characters have unlockable (by upgrading rarity) skins.”
    • “Enjoy more focused, individual character development in an idle.”
    • “Great character design, and great unique mechanics for an idle game.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant lag and performance issues, particularly on older devices. However, others report that recent updates have improved responsiveness and smoothness, especially on newer models, leading to a more enjoyable experience. Overall, while there are still optimization challenges for some players, many appreciate the enhancements made in recent updates.

    • “Review edited from 3 to 5 stars for responsiveness and fixing the performance issues resolved.”
    • “Super optimized and smooth animations.”
    • “Very laggy; I can't even watch ads for rewards since it freezes the app instantly. Please fix the performance in this game.”
    • “There's actually different options to choose from instead of one optimized upgrade path to take.”
    • “Review edited from 3 to 5 stars for responsiveness and fixing the performance issues.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, offering fun mechanics and strategic depth despite their simplicity. Players appreciate the engaging gameplay and progression, along with a lack of intrusive ads, making it an enjoyable experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.

    • “I'd recommend this to anyone wanting a game with lots of replayability and simple mechanics that allow for more strategy than you would think it'd involve!”
    • “Nice game, cute art, lots of replayability and feelings of progression.”
    • “High replay value.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its great animation and smooth gameplay, contributing to an engaging world-building experience. Players find it particularly immersive for an idle clicker, with plenty of content to explore and enjoy.

    • “Great animation, smooth gameplay, interesting world-building, and atmosphere.”
    • “Great game, really atmospheric for an idle clicker and includes a lot of stuff to enjoy.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express frustration with the finger-touching system, citing discomfort and pain, which detracts from their emotional experience. They suggest implementing an auto mode to alleviate physical strain and enhance enjoyment.

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19h Median play time
758h Average play time
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Almost a Hero — Idle RPG is a casual role playing game.

Almost a Hero — Idle RPG is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 758 hours playing Almost a Hero — Idle RPG.

Almost a Hero — Idle RPG was developed by Deca_Games.

Almost a Hero — Idle RPG has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Almost a Hero — Idle RPG is a single player game.