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Ancient Life 古代人生 is a single player casual simulation game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Ancient Life 古代人生 is a single-player simulation game that takes you back thousands of years to experience life in ancient times. It features good gameplay and pretty visuals but is marred by frequent ads and numerous bugs, requiring a lot of grinding to progress. Despite its flaws, it offers an immersive glimpse into a bygone era.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
monetization55 negative mentions

  • The game offers a unique experience set in ancient China, providing a refreshing twist on life simulation.
  • The mini-games, such as cricket catching and hunting, add an engaging layer of gameplay.
  • The character designs and storylines are diverse, making it enjoyable to explore different life paths.
  • The English translation is often poor, leading to confusion and difficulty in understanding game mechanics.
  • There are significant bugs, particularly with the medical career path, where players cannot enroll in clinics.
  • The game can become repetitive over time, with limited options for character progression and events.
  • monetization
    66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and functionality of ads. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the ability to purchase an ad-free experience, others report issues with ads not loading or not providing the promised rewards, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the game is considered free-to-play friendly, but the ad system requires significant improvement to enhance player satisfaction.

    • “If the game gets updated more and there's a permanent VIP in-app purchase, I'd definitely buy it.”
    • “Made in-app purchase for no ads.”
    • “I wished to continue my progress when I played on different devices since I already bought no ads.”
    • “I have to watch maybe 13 ads in a row to get any of the rewards, and even then they may just not happen!”
    • “Ads ruin the game.”
    • “Too many ads, hard to manage character's life, and made my phone crash 5 times before I just got rid of it.”
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally well-received for its unique mechanics and engaging scenarios, drawing comparisons to life simulation games with a historical twist. However, players express a desire for more content, improved translations, and regular updates to enhance the experience. While the game is fun and addictive, some bugs and a lack of diverse gameplay options have led to mixed reviews.

    • “In terms of gameplay, it's like an ancient Chinese version of BitLife, and it's actually cute and enjoyable to play.”
    • “The well-thought choices and mechanics are worth exploring; I'm excited about what's more to come; it looks promising.”
    • “This game is very fun and has the potential to be as good as other games with similar mechanics.”
    • “Try to improve the English translation because it affects the gameplay.”
    • “Only 3 stars, for now, because translation errors can end up kinda ruining the gameplay.”
    • “Devs are no longer bothering with game quality, the age-old doctor bug is still present and there are 0 updates to actual gameplay.”
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally appreciated for its graphics and engaging elements, but many players feel it lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitiveness. Users suggest incorporating more dynamic plot twists, additional occupations, and historical drama, particularly in the context of harem-style gameplay, to enhance the overall experience. While the storyline has potential, it often feels slow and confusing, with a desire for more interactive and meaningful quests.

    • “The app is great, the storyline and designs are really great though I only have one problem, I don't know why but whenever I try to read the book or exercise it won't work. Still, it's a great app!”
    • “I love the storylines and events; it's just so fun! ”
    • “Please developers, can you add more story or events (like experiencing life as an imperial concubine or a king or a martial artist)? Please help me not to delete this game due to boredom.”
    • “The game is very cool for me, but I hope they will add more occupations or something magical within the story, like the xianxia genre novels that many are obsessed with right now, or transmigration story elements, so players will feel more engaged in the later life because it is just empty.”
    • “Storyline was slow and confusing in places.”
    • “Please developers, can you add more story or events (like experiencing life as an imperial concubine, a king, or a martial artist)? Please help me not to delete this game due to boredom.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their aesthetic appeal, with many users highlighting the unique character designs and vibrant art style that set it apart from typical life simulation games. Players appreciate the overall visual quality and animation, particularly in specific gameplay elements like archery. While the graphics are generally considered great, some users express a desire for more interactive options and guidance within the game.

    • “I adore the artwork and find it almost exhilarating that each character has their own appearances instead of bland faces like most life simulation games.”
    • “The art style, the characters, the options, and everything is great!”
    • “This game’s so refreshing, from the concept, art style, and the overall gameplay itself is just ”
    • “There are a lot of things to do, it does not get boring easily, and the graphics are great.”
    • “Anyways, just to say, I really love the graphics and the animation of this game, especially when it comes to the archery or vigor things.”
    • “I've tried a few life simulation games and this is the most aesthetically pleasing for me.”
  • stability
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent glitches and crashes reported, particularly affecting gameplay elements like exams and the medical career path. Many players express frustration over freezing issues, unresponsive features, and missing textures, which detract from an otherwise enjoyable experience. While the game has potential, its current state is marred by these persistent bugs.

    • “Other random glitches have pretty much made me stop playing altogether.”
    • “I love the concept of the game and it used to be great, but now it's just a buggy mess.”
    • “Very fun game but lately it's been super buggy, I can't watch ads, entire branches of gameplay are bugged out and it's honestly a bit disappointing.”
  • grinding
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while farming can be profitable with the right strategies, such as using fertilizer and selecting high-value crops, it often feels tedious and can be frustrating due to glitches and high costs. Many users express a desire for more diverse business options and NPC assistance to alleviate the repetitive nature of grinding, though they still find the overall gameplay engaging and addictive.

    • “Took me a while to figure out the fastest way to accumulate wealth; you would feel like giving up on the career as farming and trading are more lucrative. Now I'm stuck at the magistrate career.”
    • “It's hard to keep track of whether you're making or losing money farming.”
    • “It's fun and addicting, though it gets tedious after a while.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is highlighted by its entertaining mini-games and amusing storylines, with players finding joy in quirky bugs and random names. However, some users noted that certain parts of the game lack translation, and there is a desire for more comedic content and real-life events to enhance the experience. Overall, the humor adds a fun layer to gameplay, despite some minor issues.

    • “I go into a trance when I play it, and some of the bugs are really funny (once I had 2 husbands and once I couldn't stop giving birth even though I had no husband) and I love the bugs too!”
    • “The random names are pretty funny only bummer is there was a part or two that haven't been translated.”
    • “The game is fun, the mini games are cool, and some stories are quite funny.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers appreciate the diverse character designs, noting that the variety in aesthetics—ranging from ugly to pretty—enhances the uniqueness of each character, contributing positively to the overall character development.

    • “I appreciate the character designs; some are unique and unconventional, while others are traditionally attractive, which adds diversity to the game.”
    • “The depth of character development is impressive, allowing players to form genuine connections with the characters.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly with its English localization and certain mini-games, which can lead to performance problems such as freezing and lagging. Despite these drawbacks, players see potential in the game and hope for improvements from the developers.

    • “The biggest problem is that the game is absolutely not optimized for English, and the mini-games are a bit excessive.”
    • “The performance issues make it hard to enjoy the game, as it feels sluggish and unresponsive.”
    • “I encountered frequent frame drops and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting a need for improvement in the martial arts theme, particularly in relation to historical accuracy. Additionally, there are concerns about the game playing users' downloaded music and tracking their activity on YouTube, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The music in the game feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The audio quality of the music is subpar, and it often feels out of sync with the gameplay.”
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Ancient Life 古代人生 is a casual simulation game.

Ancient Life 古代人生 is available on Phone and Tablet.

Ancient Life 古代人生 was developed by Wingjoy Games.

Ancient Life 古代人生 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Ancient Life 古代人生 is a single player game.

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