Arcade Hunter: Sword, Gun, and

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"Arcade Hunter: Sword, Gun, and" is a Role Playing game that offers action-packed and addictive gameplay with countless heroes and weapons. The game is visually compelling with spectacular graphics, but can be disturbed by ads and requires lots of grinding. The game's description promises a fun experience of "Hunt and Run!" for players.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Arcade Hunter: Sword, Gun, and screenshot

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,767 reviews

graphics65 positive mentions

monetization104 negative mentions

Good graphics and smooth gameplay.
Challenging and engaging gameplay with a variety of power-ups.
Regular updates and improvements keep the game fresh.

High difficulty spikes make progression frustrating without spending money.
Legendary item drop rates are extremely low, leading to a grind.
Many heroes are locked behind a paywall, limiting free-to-play options.

monetization
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
6%
90%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as overly aggressive and resembling a cash grab. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others find the reliance on microtransactions and limited ad availability frustrating, leading to a perception of pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach, such as a flat fee to remove ads or more reasonable in-game purchase prices.
- “Great game, although the microtransactions are way too expensive and the paid champions are also too expensive.”
- “Smoothen the monetization, and this game is a 10/10.”
- “My one complaint would be that most heroes cannot be unlocked with gems, only through in-game purchases, and some of the prices do seem a bit steep.”
- “Especially when the only way to acquire legendary items is to buy them, or watch ads for 33 days per legendary.”
- “Basically, the monetization is really, really, really aggressive.”
- “Game doesn't get updates and it's a cash grab; they no longer do events for stuff they have actually taken out the events and it shows a sale every week or so saying a % off that doesn't actually give anything off.”
graphics
103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
30%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many users praising the crisp visuals, unique art style, and smooth animations. However, some players note inconsistencies between the graphics and hitboxes, as well as a desire for further visual improvements. While comparisons to similar games like Archero highlight the game's appealing graphics, some reviews express disappointment in the overall execution and detail.
- “The graphics are crisp.”
- “The graphics are stunning; the heroes and monster design are just amazing.”
- “Great graphics, fun and easy gameplay.”
- “One suggestion: a visual update would be nice because while the game is fine, the visuals are a bit... unappealing.”
- “The game is so boring and the graphics are poor.”
- “Very bad graphics.”
gameplay
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
3%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting improvements over similar titles like Archero, particularly in mechanics, balance, and progression. While some appreciate the smooth controls and rewarding experience, others criticize the slow pace and similarities to Archero, labeling it as a clone. Overall, the game features solid mechanics and enjoyable gameplay, but it could benefit from faster pacing and more innovative content.
- “The gameplay is awesome.”
- “The progression is steady, and the gameplay is rewarding.”
- “Gameplay is smooth, one of the best of its kind.”
- “However, the gameplay was extremely slow despite the 'gun' theme.”
- “A bad Archero wannabe. The gameplay is ridiculously slow and just boring. It's a straight Archero clone from the menu screens to the enemies upgrading, etc.”
- “This game needs some polish and lacks the satisfying kills and coin collection that Archero has, but the mechanics are there.”
grinding
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
96%
Reviews indicate that while some players enjoy grinding as a core aspect of the game, appreciating its role in progression and engagement, many others find it excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly in later levels. The balance between skill and grinding is often criticized, with players expressing frustration over low gear drop rates and rising upgrade costs, leading to a sense of monotony and the need for significant time investment or monetary spending to advance. Overall, the game is seen as appealing for patient players, but the grinding can detract from the overall enjoyment for many.
- “So far, one of the best of its type. It's not too grindy; by that I mean you have to earn gold to deal damage to kill monsters, but it's more skill-based. I could go to stage 5 with only 80 damage per shot and still beat it because of the skills I gained playing games like this one.”
- “The grinding in this game feels rewarding rather than tedious. Each level up brings a sense of accomplishment, and the skills you develop make the grind enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with skill. It encourages you to improve your abilities while still making progress, which keeps the experience fresh and engaging.”
- “Farming is becoming a drag and the costs for upgrades rise drastically each time I upgrade.”
- “Furthermore, gear drops are so abysmally low I've been stuck with the same weak dagger for so long that playing the game is tedious.”
- “This game offers hope that you will have fun and great progress throughout the levels early on, but it becomes incredibly grindy, and you will absolutely need to pay significant amounts of money ($15 champs...come on...) to advance in the higher levels.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth and originality, with many players comparing it unfavorably to "Archero," citing it as a clone with minimal creative input. While some enjoy the gameplay and the ability to choose paths in missions, there is a strong desire for a more engaging narrative and additional content, such as a co-op mode and a dedicated story mode. Overall, players feel that the game prioritizes monetization over storytelling, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “It is fun, currently on story 15, have 2 mythical items.”
- “Game is awesome so far, super well balanced, best in the genre I've played, I would love to see a co-op online mode for next updates to play along with a friend and make the story mode even more enjoyable.”
- “Awesome game, will appreciate it even more if it has a story mode.”
- “A bad Archero wannabe... Archero is my go-to game at the moment, so this looked enticing and promising, but gameplay is ridiculously slow and just boring. It's a straight Archero clone from the menu screens to the enemies upgrading, etc. The only thing I like more than Archero is the option to choose your path and room in the missions. Hopefully, Archero incorporates this into their game in an update. I don't know how these 'clone' games don't get sued by the original for their lack of creativity and plagiarism.”
- “It's as much pay-to-win, and you will have trouble advancing in the story if you don't spend some cash on gear.”
- “Awesome game, but I would appreciate it even more if it had a story mode.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it simple yet entertaining, often highlighting its comedic elements and amusing characters. Many reviews express that the game elicits genuine laughter, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
- “This is a very funny and interesting game.”
- “A very funny game 😂 and I guess that I will enjoy this game 😁.”
- “From my point of view, he just noob and blames it on the game. Hahaha, funny fella.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and buggy controls that hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues with ads disrupting their experience, and technical problems persist even after troubleshooting efforts. Overall, the game is described as very unstable, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- “What can you say about a game that limits the amount of ad benefits per day, yet constantly has ad issues that drop you from play or crash completely or freeze your device, only to load you back in at the moment you died? This was probably because there are too many projectiles on-screen, but then why have a game where most of the screen can be filled with projectiles if that crashes the game?”
- “After the latest update, the game freezes for a few seconds while in-game and makes me die.”
- “This game is very buggy.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The game offers high replayability due to its engaging build customization, diverse dungeon paths, and depth of gameplay, keeping the experience fresh over time. Players appreciate the exploration elements and the potential for future content, though some desire more playable heroes. Overall, it stands out in its genre for its polished mechanics and replay value.
- “It can be a lot of fun finding the right builds when leveling up, which makes for great replayability.”
- “I have been playing it for a few months, and the gameplay hasn't gotten stale, so it has a high replay value.”
- “It allows you to choose your path through the dungeons, which adds exploration and replayability.”
- “An also, hoping that the endless tower will be more replayable.”
- “Wish there was more playable heroes though.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is largely criticized for being minimal and unnoticeable, with players noting that it only plays in the main menu and lacks a background score during gameplay. While some users appreciate the existing soundtrack, many feel that the game would benefit from a more robust and engaging musical experience. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant area for improvement.
- “Very nice game; most mobile games are just copies. This one is unique. I don't know, correct me if I'm wrong, but other than that, it's a great game. Still need a bit more soundtrack though.”
- “I love the soundtrack; that's all.”
- “Good game, poor music.”
- “Music isn't even noticeable.”
- “Please change the 'hero' style music!”
- “There is no background music while playing the game; it only plays music in the main menu.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the smooth performance on low-end devices, others criticize it for prioritizing monetization over gameplay quality. Many users express frustration with lag issues that can lead to unfair deaths, indicating a need for further updates and improvements.
- “1.8.0 seems to be optimized for low-end devices as it runs very smoothly.”
- “Fun game idea, but after playing for a bit, it's clear the optimization is focused on getting my money instead of being a good game.”
- “Really needs to be updated and optimized.”
- “If you lag for a millisecond, you die, and your game is far from optimized. I refuse to play a laggy game where if you lag, you die... just stupid.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of gameplay, particularly regarding the difficulty of dodging attacks and the feeling of helplessness during challenging events. Despite these challenges, there is a sense of appreciation for the game's support, indicating a complex emotional experience that combines frustration with gratitude.