Atlantica Global

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Atlantica Online is a turn-based tactical MMORPG in which the player primarily assumes the role of a descendant of the Atlantean people. The primary goal of the game is to search for your ancestral home to save the world from the effects of Oriharukon, a substance created by the ancient Atlanteans. To accomplish this goal, the player must embark upon a journey spanning the globe and transcending t…

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54%

Audience ScoreBased on 298 reviews

story6 positive mentions

graphics8 negative mentions

Atlantica Global offers a unique turn-based combat system that adds depth and strategy to gameplay, making it stand out among MMORPGs.
The game has a rich setting that combines elements of fantasy, mythology, and history, providing an immersive experience for players.
Despite its age, the game still has a dedicated community and offers a nostalgic experience for long-time players.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including frequent crashes, login problems, and bugs that have persisted for years.
There is a heavy emphasis on pay-to-win mechanics, with many essential features and items locked behind a cash shop, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
The lack of customer support and communication from the developers has led to frustration among players, particularly regarding account security and in-game issues.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
81%
6%
The game's story is generally considered engaging, featuring a substantial text-based questline with a decent backstory and plenty of content to explore. However, players express frustration with the quest structure, which often relies on repetitive tasks and lacks variety, leading to a grind-heavy experience. Additionally, issues with quest progression and broken tutorials detract from the overall enjoyment of the narrative.
- “This game actually has a decent story.”
- “You will be playing through a huge story questline (if you want to) with a decent, all text-based story.”
- “There is a ton of content to play, so if you like to read the quest story, there is a lot to read.”
- “Unfortunately, greed and shortsightedness win, and now we have another more bugged, soulless, piggy bank.”
- “They've implemented a tutorial quest which is broken ('Eve' doesn't give out a quest that it's supposed to, there are no quests anywhere available to take) and none of the game's other functions work while in the tutorial, so I can't leave or do anything besides fight virtual enemies that give no experience.”
- “The quest log is a mess.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by inventive strategy mechanics and a unique mercenary system that encourages creative team assembly and experimentation. However, it suffers from a significant amount of grinding and dated graphics, which may deter players seeking modern aesthetics. While the core mechanics are solid and enjoyable, the game’s reliance on pay-to-win elements and lengthy questing can hinder the experience for free-to-play users.
- “The inclusion of a mercenary system enhances gameplay, allowing players to assemble a diverse team with unique abilities.”
- “Experimenting with different combinations keeps gameplay dynamic and encourages creative strategies.”
- “The base gameplay is rather unique compared to other MMOs, and can be really enjoyable.”
- “The reason is that the game has a massive amount of grinding mechanics.”
- “While gameplay should take precedence, the dated visuals can be a turn-off, especially for those accustomed to more modern aesthetics.”
- “First of all, the developers made this game in a way that hinders your gameplay experience if you don't pay to play. You need to buy a teleportation license to teleport to locations, but free-to-play players have to travel on foot. I understand that pay-to-play players need to have an easier experience, but why are so many quests just about going to another NPC to talk and then returning to the first one? With teleportation, it takes minutes, but on foot, it's a 10-minute travel time one way.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
63%
27%
The graphics of Atlantica Online are widely regarded as dated and in need of significant improvement, with many players noting that they feel like a relic from over a decade ago. While the game's distinctive visual style may appeal to some, it often detracts from the overall experience, especially for those accustomed to modern graphics. Despite the engaging gameplay and strategic mechanics, the outdated visuals and performance issues are a common point of frustration among users.
- “While this won't deter those focused on gameplay, players prioritizing cutting-edge visuals might find it less appealing.”
- “While gameplay should take precedence, the dated visuals can be a turn-off, especially for those accustomed to more modern aesthetics.”
- “To set expectations: this game is old - it shows in graphics, in-engine problems, slow content updates and old/bad UI.”
- “Dated graphics: Atlantica Online's graphics, while distinctive, may feel dated compared to newer MMORPGs.”
- “The game engine hasn't been updated in more than 10 years and the performance is abysmal for a game with such low quality graphics; also, many old bugs and crashes from many years ago are still present.”
- “To set expectations: this game is old - it shows in graphics, in-engine problems, slow content updates, and old/bad UI.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant focus, with many players noting that it involves a considerable amount of repetitive tasks typical of MMOs. While some appreciate the grind for its purpose and the unique mechanics it offers, others find it tedious and overwhelming, especially at higher levels. Overall, the game caters to fans of grind-heavy experiences, but may not appeal to those seeking a more streamlined gameplay experience.
- “If only I knew my way around server technologies, I would love to create an MMO without an item mall and not grindy, so everyone can enjoy the items and content, rather than grinding miserably or getting into credit card debt just to reach that 'fun' part.”
- “The reason is that the game has a massive amount of grinding mechanics.”
- “Gameplay consists of your fairly typical questing, action MMO combat, grinding, blah blah.”
- “Can get real tedious as not all mobs have the same monsters in them, and even worse if you aren't able to check the details of mobs to see if the monsters you need are in there.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with players consistently reporting a variety of bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay and immersion. Many users express frustration over the lack of meaningful updates or fixes from the developers, suggesting that their focus is more on monetization than on improving the game's quality. Despite these issues, some players still find enjoyment in the game, highlighting a dedicated community that helps mitigate the impact of the bugs.
- “As much as I loved the gameplay, the game is way too buggy and the devs only care about counting money, not fixing issues. They only add stuff to the item mall to milk whales and only fix the game if it is absurdly broken, so I quit. There's no sense in supporting a company that does not care about quality at all.”
- “Everything is buggy or ill-managed. The most challenging part of the game was installing and actually starting it; the rest was basically mashing the left click of the mouse during combat and auto-questing.”
- “The new Inca server has so many glitches that it keeps throwing me out of the game, and I can't get back in.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many players considering it some of the best video game compositions they've encountered. The soundtrack is described as stellar and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience, although some users have reported issues with the battle music not functioning properly.
- “For me though, Atlantica will always be about the soundtrack.”
- “The musical pieces in this game are some of my absolute favorite video game compositions of all time!”
- “The soundtrack is quite stellar (this is the reason I've reinstalled the latest time) to hum along with the theme.”
- “The only issue I'm having is all of a sudden the battle music doesn't work.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game's optimization is criticized for outdated graphics, poor performance, and persistent bugs, with many users noting that the engine hasn't been updated in over a decade. Additionally, lengthy pre-launch downloads and bad server performance further detract from the experience, overshadowing any potential improvements.
- “Almost the same as I remember; just need some improvement in performance and all would be great.”
- “The game engine hasn't been updated in more than 10 years, and the performance is abysmal for a game with such low-quality graphics.”
- “They haven't had time to update mostly anything related to graphics quality, performance, or UI.”
- “The game engine hasn't been updated in more than 10 years and the performance is abysmal for a game with such low-quality graphics; also, many old bugs and crashes from many years ago are still present.”
- “Outdated graphics, tiresome downloads pre-launch, and poor performance.”
- “They haven't had time to update mostly anything related to graphics quality, performance, or UI, but the store is full of pay-to-win items.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as exploitative, with players reporting a disconnect between warnings against ads and the overwhelming presence of advertisements in the chat, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
- “Warned about being instantly banned for ads before getting to play, then instantly see chat filled with those very same ads.”
- “This game is a cash grab mess.”
- “This seems like a cash grab.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users emphasize the importance of staying emotionally engaged throughout the game, suggesting that maintaining an active emotional connection enhances the overall experience. This engagement is seen as crucial for deeper immersion and enjoyment.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players highlight that the extensive customization options available in private servers significantly enhance the game's replayability, allowing for diverse experiences and configurations that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- “The variety of configurations available in private servers adds immense replayability, allowing players to customize their experience and discover new ways to enjoy the game.”
- “With so many different setups and strategies to explore, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in time and time again.”
- “The community-driven content and endless possibilities for customization ensure that there's always something new to experience, keeping the game exciting and replayable.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in the game makes replaying it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to go back and play again; the side quests feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The game offers very few variations in gameplay, which significantly diminishes its replayability.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is noted to be quite entertaining at times, providing a lighthearted contrast to the grindy gameplay that becomes more pronounced in later levels.
- “This is an Asian game, so expect it to become grindy as hell at later levels, but it also has some very funny moments.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that keep you entertained.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd situations the characters find themselves in.”