AnimA ARPG (Action RPG)
- March 17, 2020
- Redeev
- 5h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"AnimA ARPG is a free, offline/online action RPG for iOS, inspired by classic games and optimized for mobile. Experience fast-paced combat, explore over 100 levels, and customize your characters while battling dark forces and epic bosses. Follow the storyline or play freely to improve your character and climb online rankings."
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Reviews
- Great graphics and gameplay reminiscent of Diablo.
- No pay-to-win mechanics; in-game purchases are optional and reasonably priced.
- Engaging character customization and skill trees.
- Frequent crashes and bugs, especially during boss fights.
- Lack of multiplayer options and social features.
- Repetitive gameplay with limited quests and enemy variety.
- graphics545 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, detail, and dark aesthetic reminiscent of classic titles like Diablo II. While some players noted occasional glitches and a lack of in-depth graphical options, the overall impression is that the visuals are stunning and well-optimized for mobile devices, enhancing the immersive gameplay experience. However, a few reviews mentioned the need for further polish and customization options to improve the visual experience.
“Graphics are superb, perfect fit for a dark-themed fantasy world.”
“The graphics are stunning!”
“Visually stunning graphics, and smooth gameplay, makes this one an instant favorite!”
“The only reason I've left 4 stars instead of 5 is that every time I open the game recently there is a glitch with the graphics.”
“Graphics - ok, though looks very old, gameplay is good, but there is no controller support, or graphics settings, it's an obvious free game as very little effort is put into the final product, no polishing things out.”
“Unplayable because of lag (even having the lowest graphics) also I can't even turn the game (what I mean is 'screen rotate' it).”
- story469 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as short and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more missions, NPC interactions, and side quests to enhance the narrative experience. While some appreciate the graphics and gameplay, they feel that the storyline is often repetitive and fails to engage players after the initial quests, leading to a grindy experience. Overall, there is a strong call for developers to expand the story and quest content to maintain player interest and provide a richer gaming experience.
“The story, the characters you meet... everything is so thoughtful and beautiful... you can tell the dev really loves older hack and slash action RPGs.”
“Great gameplay, amazing storyline!”
“I love this game because of its nice graphics and long story.”
“The story is quite short, even with some side missions.”
“The storyline is plain and linear.”
“It gets repetitive after a while, and no storytelling keeps me engaged at all.”
- gameplay450 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received a mixed response from users, with many praising its smooth mechanics and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Diablo. While some players enjoy the engaging combat and character customization, others find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with a need for better tutorials and clearer mechanics. Overall, it offers a solid experience for fans of the genre, but there are calls for improvements in content variety and gameplay complexity.
“If you're into old school Diablo-type gameplay, this is for you.”
“Gameplay is smooth and easy to grasp.”
“The gameplay is awesome and I especially enjoy the old-school feel.”
“Sure, you probably could grind levels 1-8 over and over until you're strong enough to beat it, but the gameplay isn't interesting enough to make you want to.”
“Overall I feel like the gameplay is repetitive though there are many ways to kill time; it can get grindy but it's not horrible.”
“Gameplay is mediocre at best.”
- monetization294 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 45 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for being non-intrusive, with no forced ads or pay-to-win mechanics. Players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, but emphasize that in-app purchases are minimal, affordable, and not necessary for progression. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing departure from typical mobile games that rely heavily on aggressive monetization strategies.
“I've also spent some money on cosmetic stuff, but it's definitely not pay to win and there are no advertisements or bugging you to spend money.”
“The in-game purchases are very cheap ($0.79 to $1.99).”
“It's free to play, there are no ads, but there are in-app purchases for extra inventory slots in your stash or you can buy a pet for features.”
“So it's pointless for me to go home and watch ads to receive items that I'll never be able to use in my file that I actually play because it's an offline file.”
“The game is a very good game to play on a tablet and it is basically just a Diablo total copy. The only issue I have with the game is there is a wheel to watch ads and win prizes. I did the math and the top 2 prizes you could spend the wheel a million times and you will never get them when it should be like a 1 in 20 chance of getting them, so the wheel is rigged and they need to fix that or get rid of that feature.”
“I made it to the prison level and had to fight against a boss and their sister as a mage. I could not progress any further unless I spend a lot of time watching ads so I can spin a wheel for prizes.”
- grinding211 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are a significant focus, with many players noting that it can be excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly when it comes to leveling up and farming for gear. While some players appreciate the grind as a core aspect of the RPG experience, others express frustration over high costs and low drop rates, making progress feel slow and unfulfilling. Overall, the game is best suited for those who enjoy grinding, as it heavily relies on this mechanic for character development and item acquisition.
“The gameplay is very smooth and addicting, and the looting and character building is satisfying and fun, not tedious at all.”
“Not an easy walkthrough, but not too grindy either.”
“A tad less grindy would be nice.”
“And my second complaint is that a lot of aspects of this game are needlessly grindy.”
“The first boss Arabeth is annoying, almost impossible to defeat without grinding away for days, and her arena size is deplorable.”
“Too much grinding... first boss is too difficult to pass without repeating garden and basement levels over and over again.”
- music93 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players noting its nostalgic resemblance to the soundtracks of the original Diablo series. Reviewers highlight the atmospheric and haunting quality of the music, which enhances the overall gameplay experience and immerses players in the dark, gothic setting. While some express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack, the consensus is that the music is a standout feature that effectively captures the essence of classic dungeon crawlers.
“The somber atmosphere, the enemies, and even the theme song in the town sound a lot like the one in Diablo.”
“The background music is phenomenal; it sets the mood of the dungeons so well.”
“The music is great too; it sounds like they remixed a few of the Diablo II soundtracks.”
“I believe the music is edited Diablo music which is illegal.”
“I changed my 5 🌟 stars rating because this application force stops any background music player; I hope you enable listening to local music while playing.”
“Love these dungeon crawlers but hate the fact I can't grind to my own music.”
- stability68 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. While some users have experienced smooth performance without issues, the majority express frustration over persistent bugs, particularly during critical moments like loading screens and trials. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, with calls for developers to address these issues to enhance the gaming experience.
“U can (and should) tip developers for the great mechanics (no glitches or hero displacement when moving/teleporting), excellent environment (dark theme) - that game is a real jewel.”
“Just amazing 1 hour in game so far no bugs, runs great in low end devices, game needs more updates for content (not like it lacks any content for a free game) best things no microtransaction problem, only one paid option in game for supporting dev.”
“No glitches, no hangups.”
“However, the only complaint I honestly have is the teleport bug where it freezes your game and you lose progress.”
“The only problem is that it crashes/freezes often; as in, every single time I play now.”
“This is exactly the game I was looking for, but the freezing of the game makes it nearly unplayable. I'm giving it another month, then I'm uninstalling the game because it got unplayable. Please fix the game.”
- atmosphere32 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its dark, immersive qualities reminiscent of classic ARPGs like Diablo, featuring well-crafted graphics, a haunting musical score, and a sense of tension in dungeon exploration. Players appreciate the blend of familiar elements and unique touches that create a captivating environment, although some note that loading screens can disrupt the experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as engaging and addictive, enhancing the gameplay and drawing players into its dark fantasy world.
“The atmosphere is dark and creepy like the classic dungeon crawler games.”
“The shady atmosphere, the RPG gameplay, the feeling of grinding for better gear through dark dungeons, fighting with hordes of undead and demons... this game just freaking nailed it all.”
“Deliciously dark atmosphere, the musical score is phenomenal, and the photos don't do its graphics enough justice.”
- optimization31 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players praise its smooth performance and good graphics, several report issues such as frame rate drops during intense gameplay and high memory usage. Some users appreciate the game's design for mobile devices, noting that it runs well on various phones, but others express a need for further optimization to enhance stability and reduce crashes. Despite these concerns, many find the game enjoyable and well-optimized for a classic ARPG experience.
“The game is built extremely well with perfection to the detail and extreme care with the overall performance.”
“Perfectly optimized for a real-time feel.”
“Good graphics and very optimized.”
“However, I experience performance drops after a few minutes of playing and significant FPS drops during more intensive fights.”
“The performance literally falls off the cliff due to the new graphical enhancements.”
“Sadly, it has performance issues.”
- replayability26 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, attributed to features like constant loot, diverse character classes, randomly-generated levels, and various game modes that encourage experimentation. Many players appreciate the depth of build options and skill combinations, although some express a desire for improved achievement systems to enhance replay value. Despite minor criticisms, the consensus is that the game offers engaging content that keeps players coming back for more.
“Replayability is also very high because of the constant loot, upgrades, different classes of characters, and randomly-generated levels.”
“Fortunately, there is a good amount of challenging content to keep it interesting and a lot of replayability as there are many different build options and skill combos to try out.”
“A game that encourages experimentation and has tons of replayability.”
“Great idea, fun game, but achievements need to be changed to a per character basis, which eliminates the replay value.”
“Not worth a replay value unless the story has different outcomes.”
“The tier system is a poor implementation of replay value.”
- character development11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the depth and customization options that influence gameplay, others find it limited and simplistic compared to more complex console and PC titles. The intuitive controls and rewarding quest system enhance the experience, but the overall character development remains basic and less imaginative for some users. Despite these criticisms, many enjoy the fun and engaging aspects of character progression within the game's dark and detailed aesthetic.
“In Anima, you actually make choices with your character development that affect gameplay.”
“An interesting story and character development, plus unusually deep customization.”
“Fairly intuitive game controls, a well-developed quest and character development system, and rewards for completing quests or reaching certain goals.”
“Character development is pretty limited.”
“Due to these limitations compared with more complex and customizable character development in console and PC games, it remains a very simplistic mobile game.”
“Very basic and unimaginative character development.”
- humor9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find the enemy ragdoll physics and quirky sound effects amusing, others feel the game lacks genuine comedic elements. The repetitive voice acting and absurd gameplay mechanics, such as unexpected wall-walking, add a layer of humor, but many players also express frustration with challenging gameplay that detracts from the fun. Overall, the humor is situational and often arises from the game's quirks rather than intentional comedic writing.
“The sound effects and how your weapon swings is satisfying, the enemy's ragdoll is hilarious, and while you can pay for additional items, it's absolutely not necessary.”
“Also, it's hilarious to hear the same voice in multiple characters and narratives.”
“When walking in the barracks instead of taking stairs, walk the south wall and you will walk through the wall... that's just funny.”
“It's not funny, man.”
“I'm level 11 with full yellow gear and she's still kicking my ass. I got so close to killing her, but she'll just summon another sister, whether I killed the other one already or not. Not funny.”
“There's so much I can't figure out how to use; it's not funny, lol.”
