Archer: Danger Phone Idle Game

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,001 reviews
  • monetization
  • story
  • humor
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Archer: Danger Phone Idle Game is a simulation game that allows you to run your own spy agency, based on the hit FX comedy. The game boasts good graphics, intriguing story, and entertaining gameplay, but the prevalence of grinding and frequent ads may be distracting. Despite some bugs, the game will surely make you laugh with its humor and clever writing.

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  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,001 reviews
story110 positive mentions
monetization509 negative mentions
  • The game captures the humor and essence of the Archer series, making it enjoyable for fans.
  • The graphics and animations are well done, providing a visually appealing experience.
  • The game offers a fun way to pass the time with engaging storylines and character interactions.
  • The game has significant bugs and crashes frequently, making it unplayable for many users.
  • Progression is heavily reliant on watching ads or making in-app purchases, leading to a pay-to-win experience.
  • The lack of voice acting from the original cast detracts from the overall experience, making it feel less immersive.
  • monetization550 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with players reporting an overwhelming number of ads that often disrupt gameplay and require extensive viewing to progress. Many users feel that the game is designed as a cash grab, heavily incentivizing in-app purchases and making it nearly impossible to advance without watching numerous ads. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the sheer volume and intrusive nature of the ads have led to frustration and dissatisfaction, with many calling for a paid version to remove ads entirely.

    • “It's free to play with in-app purchases.”
    • “In-app purchases are available and 'sales' for the in-game purchases do pop up occasionally, but it isn't overwhelming and the pacing of the game doesn't make it feel like you have to buy something to make progress.”
    • “Not overly reliant on in-app purchases and very faithful to the show!”
    • “The gameplay is heavily ad-based; if you don't spend real money, you'll need to watch many ads to get the bonuses to be somewhat competitive in the rankings. I find that I often leave the app running with ads playing on mute while I watch TV.”
    • “Last update is such an obvious cash grab; it should be criminal. The ads are unavoidable and too many.”
    • “The game is fun, but in order for it to move at a reasonable pace, you have to watch an excruciating amount of timer-locked ads for the same 5 or 6 other games, none of which are appealing.”
  • story304 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its humor and connection to the original "Archer" series, often describing it as funny and engaging. However, players express frustration over the limited number of missions, repetitive gameplay, and the need for in-game purchases to progress through the story, which detracts from the overall experience. While the storyline is entertaining, many feel that the gameplay mechanics do not adequately support or enhance the narrative, leading to a disconnect between the story and the player's engagement.

    • “The storyline is fun and the writing is just like the show.”
    • “The story is good, fun, and authentic, but there isn't enough of it between tasks.”
    • “The heart of Archer is certainly there, and props to the developers on how they made the game in the aspect of the storyline and attitude.”
    • “The graphics and dialogue scenes are great, but for how long it takes to see those parts, there is basically no cohesive storyline.”
    • “The story just isn't compelling enough to get me past the inherent issues that I have with this style of gameplay.”
    • “The game has no real story, and is the classic bait and then get us to pay for coins.”
  • humor273 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its faithful representation of the beloved "Archer" series, with many players noting that the dialogue and cutscenes capture the show's signature wit and charm. While some reviews mention a lack of voice acting and repetitive gameplay, the comedic writing and familiar character interactions provide an enjoyable experience for fans of the show. Overall, the humor is considered a standout feature, making the game entertaining despite its idle mechanics.

    • “The writing matches the humor of the show, which I can't say for a lot of other games in general.”
    • “The animated cut scenes are hilarious.”
    • “It's a fun game with some funny dialogue with the cast of Archer.”
    • “I love Archer, and this is just a lame attempt to cash in... just not funny.”
    • “Visually and audibly boring, not funny, and text bubbles instead of voiced characters.”
  • gameplay121 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing it for being slow, repetitive, and overly reliant on ads and microtransactions. While some appreciate the humor and visuals tied to the Archer series, others find the core mechanics lack depth and engagement, often reducing the experience to a tedious cycle of clicking and waiting. Overall, the game struggles to maintain player interest due to its simplistic and uninspired gameplay loop.

    • “I love the comedy, the gameplay is pretty simple, but enjoyable, and it doesn't shove mandatory ads or pay-to-win microtransactions down your throat (although they do exist).”
    • “The gameplay is solid, the humor is classic Archer, and the ads are contained enough to not be obtrusive.”
    • “Very fun and enjoyable, pretty standard gameplay but as an Archer fan this has a nice comical twist in line with the series.”
    • “However, the gameplay is incredibly slow when your only goal comes down to spending money or opening the 4-hourly briefcases.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is generic and quickly becomes an attempt to get you to spend on microtransactions to change your number of widgets to a larger number of widgets.”
    • “The gameplay is heavily ad-based; if you don't spend real money, you'll need to watch many ads to get the bonuses to be somewhat competitive in the rankings.”
  • stability76 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and glitches during the loading screens, often preventing them from accessing the game entirely. Many players have experienced loss of progress after uninstalling and reinstalling due to these issues, leading to frustration despite the game's enjoyable content. While some users express hope for future fixes, the current state is described as "super buggy" and "unplayable" for many.

    • “The initial loading screen only loads 3/4 of the way and then freezes, showing some game buttons without letting me go further.”
    • “Game loads 3/4 of the way, then the screen glitches out.”
    • “Great game but the last update freezes on the load screen and I can't play at all.”
  • graphics51 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising the artwork for its fidelity to the show's style and the overall visual quality. However, some players report issues such as graphical glitches and slow loading times, which detract from the experience. While the visuals are often described as crisp and engaging, they are sometimes overshadowed by gameplay concerns and a lack of depth in the storyline.

    • “Amazing incredible graphics, the storyline, and the characters are as real as on TV. The lineup is together, and the objective is intriguing. It's a virtual plus from me, two thumbs up.”
    • “The graphics are perfect.”
    • “Solid so far, the humor is reminiscent of the show, the graphics are clear and well-rendered, and the game is simple and engaging.”
    • “After the last update, the game doesn't load completely and the graphics are scrambled.”
    • “1 star is pretty generous, to be honest. 1 star for graphics, audio, and a subpar storyline... the developers need to put some real thought into the game.”
    • “Not much gameplay; it's just cookie clicker with Archer graphics and pay-to-win.”
  • grinding43 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players finding it tedious, repetitive, and lacking in rewarding progression. While some enjoy the initial fun and storyline, the gameplay quickly becomes a monotonous grind, often requiring significant time investment or monetary spending to advance. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels like a time-sink with little incentive to continue beyond the early stages.

    • “It feels tedious and repetitively boring.”
    • “The game is getting progressively more tedious as I wait for content.”
    • “After a day, everything becomes excruciatingly tedious and slow grinding.”
  • music29 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with players appreciating the original style and humor but expressing frustration over its repetitive nature and lack of variety. Many users report issues with sound settings, such as music and sound effects not functioning properly, and the intrusive nature of loud ads disrupting their listening experience. Overall, while the soundtrack captures some essence of the show, players desire more diverse audio content and better audio management.

    • “It had the original style and feel of the show with some music and sound effects from it and great humor with fun operation stories!”
    • “Its a great game to pick up every other hour and collect your money while nostalgically dancing to the soundtrack.”
    • “I do like this game, and the music.”
    • “Also, the sound effect and music volume in the game settings don't work.”
    • “Hearing jazz hands over and over and the same music over and over got old fast, so I hope they can make enough money to buy other snippets of audio.”
    • “Took off a star because it keeps playing music until I go back to the settings and 'remind' it that I've turned the volume off.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game is criticized for its poor optimization, leading to significant battery drain and frustratingly long loading times, with players experiencing issues just minutes into gameplay.

    • “However, it is poorly optimized in terms of gameplay.”
    • “But I had to uninstall; immediately after I installed it, I noticed my battery performance drop significantly.”
    • “This is so poorly optimized that 5 minutes into playing, I experienced loading times three times.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players appreciate the active support and engagement in the game, which fosters a sense of connection and emotional investment. However, the repetitive nature of certain tasks can detract from the overall emotional experience, leading to frustration.

  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game effectively captures the atmosphere of the show, with users praising its ability to recreate the show's ambiance and overall feel. Players appreciate how well the game aligns with the source material, enhancing their experience.

    • “Fun game! I love the show, and it does a great job of maintaining the atmosphere from the series.”
    • “Good game that perfectly captures the atmosphere of the show.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players note that improvements, such as the resolution of ad-related issues, have significantly enhanced the game's replayability, making it more enjoyable and engaging to revisit.

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Play time

19hMedian play time
13hAverage play time
2-24hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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