Atlantica Global

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Atlantica Global is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by NEXON and was released on May 14, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

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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story7 positive mentions

graphics8 negative mentions

The game features a unique turn-based combat system that adds depth and strategy to battles, making it stand out from other MMORPGs.
The mercenary system allows players to assemble a diverse team with unique abilities, enhancing gameplay and encouraging experimentation.
The community is active and supportive, providing a sense of camaraderie and collaboration among players.

The game has become heavily pay-to-win, with many essential features and items locked behind a cash shop, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including frequent crashes and connectivity issues, leading to a frustrating experience.
The game's graphics and user interface feel outdated, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and immersion of the game.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
81%
6%
The game's story is rooted in diverse ancient mythologies, providing an engaging backdrop for quests, though many players find the quest variety lacking, often revolving around repetitive tasks like killing monsters or fetching items. While the narrative has potential with a substantial text-based questline, technical issues and a confusing quest system detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players. Additionally, the game's monetization strategies and broken mechanics hinder enjoyment, overshadowing the story's strengths.
- “The quests are actually interesting because the world of Atlantica is based on ancient mythology from various cultures, providing value in learning about different mythologies.”
- “This game actually has a decent story.”
- “There is a ton of content to play, so if you like to read the quest story, there is a lot to read.”
- “However, it falls short in graphics and storyline, unable to rival its contemporaries.”
- “Unfortunatly, 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.”
gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
60%
9%
The gameplay is characterized as unique and engaging, featuring inventive mechanics and a robust PvP system, though it is often described as grindy and hindered by dated graphics. Players appreciate the depth and strategic elements, particularly the mercenary system, but some express frustration with the pay-to-win aspects and lengthy questing mechanics. Overall, while the gameplay offers a fun experience with a strong community, it may not appeal to those seeking modern visuals or a less grind-intensive experience.
- “The 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.”
- “Superb gameplay that I think makes up for the dated graphics and massive grind and pay-to-win.”
- “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.”
- “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 go on foot. I understand that pay-to-play players need to have it a little easier, but why are so many quests just about going to another NPC to talk and then returning to the first one? With teleportation, it's a few 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 the game are widely criticized as outdated and visually aging, with many reviewers noting that they feel like a relic from a previous era. While some players appreciate the gameplay, the lack of modern visual standards and persistent performance issues detract from the overall experience, particularly for those accustomed to contemporary aesthetics. An overhaul of the graphics engine is deemed necessary to align with current gaming expectations.
- “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.”
- “However, it falls short in graphics and storyline, unable to rival its contemporaries.”
- “Outdated graphics, tiresome downloads pre-launch, and poor performance.”
- “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.”
grinding
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The grinding aspect of the game is a prominent feature, with many players noting it as both a significant part of the gameplay and a source of enjoyment. While the grind can be tedious and time-consuming, especially at higher levels, it is often described as rewarding and purposeful, particularly for fans of turn-based RPGs. Overall, players appreciate the grind for its role in community engagement and progression, despite its potential to become overwhelming.
- “If only I knew my way around server technologies, I would love to create an AO 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.”
- “It's very grindy but at the same time it always adds new stuff up and you actually grind with a purpose.”
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 developer attention to these issues, suggesting that the focus is more on monetization than on fixing the game's persistent problems. Despite its charm and community support, the overall experience is marred by technical difficulties, making it challenging for both new and returning players.
- “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
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users considering it one of the best aspects, featuring standout compositions that enhance the overall experience. While some have encountered issues with specific tracks, the soundtrack remains a significant reason for players to revisit the game. Overall, the battle music and thematic pieces are particularly noted for their quality and memorability.
- “The musical pieces in this game are some of my absolute favorite video game compositions of all time!”
- “For me though, Atlantica will always be about the soundtrack.”
- “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 severely lacking, with outdated graphics, poor performance, and persistent bugs from previous versions. Users report frustratingly long download times and bad server performance, indicating a need for significant updates to the game engine and overall quality. Despite its potential, the lack of improvements in key areas detracts from the overall experience.
- “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; many old bugs and crashes from 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
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, with players noting that enjoyment is heavily tied to spending money. Users report being warned about ads before gameplay, only to encounter them immediately, contributing to a negative perception of the game's financial practices.
- “It is a cash grab game, but there is fun to be had, more if you have deep pockets.”
- “This game is a cash grab mess.”
- “This seems like a cash grab.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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100%
Players highlight that the extensive customization options available in private servers significantly enhance the game's replayability, allowing for diverse configurations and experiences that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- “The variety of configurations available in private servers makes the game incredibly replayable, offering endless possibilities for new experiences.”
- “Exploring what others have created in private servers reveals a wealth of options that enhance the game's playability and keep it fresh.”
- “The numerous controls and settings available allow for a unique gameplay experience each time, making replayability a standout feature.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to find reasons to replay the game after finishing it once.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to dive back in, as the side quests feel repetitive.”
- “The game offers little in terms of new content or challenges for subsequent playthroughs, leading to a lack of replayability.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Atlantica Global blends strategy and fantasy with a humorous twist, often prompting players to laugh at their own poor choices. While the game may become grindy in later levels, its comedic elements provide a lighthearted experience that keeps players engaged.
- “Like a marriage between a strategy board game and a fantasy novel, Atlantica Global had me hooked, laughing at my own terrible decisions.”
- “This is an Asian game, so expect it to become grindy as hell on later levels, but it's also very funny at times.”