Atlas Empires - Build an AR Em
Get on Play Store"Atlas Empires" is a strategy game that allows you to build, improve, and defend your own empire in an augmented reality setting. While the game boasts phenomenal graphics and ingenious gameplay, it is plagued with bugs and features an excessive amount of grinding and advertisements. Despite these drawbacks, the immersive experience of creating an empire in the real world can be intriguing for some players.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game combines elements of Clash of Clans and Pokémon Go, providing a unique gameplay experience.
- The concept of walking around to collect resources and build your base is engaging and encourages physical activity.
- The developers are responsive to player feedback and actively work on improving the game.
- The game has significant bugs, including freezing during gameplay and issues with loading screens.
- Players often experience problems with in-app purchases not being credited, leading to frustration.
- The game can feel repetitive and grindy, especially when it comes to resource collection and upgrades.
- gameplay60 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is a mixed bag, drawing comparisons to Clash of Clans and Pokémon Go, with some players appreciating its engaging mechanics and smooth progression, while others criticize clunky troop mechanics and a lack of meaningful geographic integration. Many users find the gameplay enjoyable and user-friendly, but express concerns over certain mechanics that hinder progression and the overall pacing. Overall, while the game has potential and solid foundations, it requires further refinement to enhance the gameplay experience.
“Very well paced gameplay, you're never stuck waiting for a timer to finish or for energy to replenish.”
“Solid mechanics and the system in place keeps me engaged but also doesn't require a lot of grinding.”
“Absolutely love the mechanics, graphics, and gameplay; keep up the great work!”
“If you ever played Clash of Clans and thought to yourself, 'This game needs more walking,' or played Pokémon Go and thought, 'I wish my gameplay was interrupted more by building timers,' then this is the game for you!”
“Troop attack mechanics are somewhat silly; troops will run away from their closest preferred target if it's too crowded.”
“Clash of Clans with a poorly executed AR component that has literally no meaningful impact on the gameplay.”
- monetization55 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the in-app purchases as ineffective and feeling like a cash grab, while others appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards without being forced into microtransactions. Some users report technical issues with ads not functioning properly, leading to frustration over lost rewards, while a few commend the balance of ad integration and the absence of aggressive monetization tactics. Overall, the game's monetization approach appears to be a significant point of contention among players, with calls for improvements and more reliable systems.
“I do like that there aren't a lot of microtransactions.”
“No ads, and not too heavy on pay-to-win elements.”
“Fun so far, no ads and good adventures.”
“Every other app out there works fine; take a look at the in-app purchases and you'll quickly realize this is nothing but a badly developed cash grab with horrible support and dev team.”
“Good so far, only issue is all items I get from viewing ads are not actually retained.”
“Constant monetization through ads and in-app purchases are not good game mechanics.”
- graphics47 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique and charming art style, while others find them basic, cartoony, or in need of improvement. Many users express a desire for enhanced visuals and smoother performance, indicating that while the graphics are not terrible, they fall short of AAA quality. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as quirky and distinctive, but there is a consensus that updates could significantly enhance the visual experience.
“No forced ads, clean and crisp graphics, not too cluttered and seems to be developing well.”
“This game starts out great, the graphics and gameplay are outstanding.”
“Absolutely love the mechanics, graphics, and gameplay; keep up the great work!!!”
“Graphics should be improved; I find it very cartoony.”
“The art style is also slightly off-putting.”
“Graphics alone suck so bad; we no longer live in the pixel world, you know.”
- stability35 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game exhibits significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and glitches reported during key interactions such as opening chests and navigating menus. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, noting that these bugs detract from the overall enjoyment and functionality, despite the promising concept. While some users report minimal issues, the consensus leans towards a need for urgent fixes to enhance stability and gameplay experience.
“It runs great on her phone.”
“It was mostly bug-free, with no crashing.”
“Game has promise, but if you are moving when you click on a chest, half the time the game freezes and goes white.”
“So many glitches and crashing, it's almost forcing me to give up trying.”
“Just started playing, it's a bit buggy, freezes nearly every time I try to open a treasure chest which is getting really annoying.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the background music and overall composition, while others find it annoying and intrusive, particularly due to issues with volume control and persistent unwanted sounds. Several users express frustration over the inability to mute or adjust the music settings, which detracts from their overall experience.
“Excellent story, great music, and amazing art.”
“Like the background music too.”
“Seems okay, didn't get through the tutorial because the music was driving me nuts.”
“The newest update has this weird violin music that won't go away unless muted on the phone.”
“Can't control volume levels and the in-game music is annoying.”
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the engaging narrative, music, and art, while others express frustration over technical issues that hinder progression, such as pets being stuck on missions. Suggestions for improvement include the addition of daily quests, a defined storyline, and features like guild systems and trading posts to enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the concept is intriguing, execution and technical reliability are areas needing attention.
“Excellent story, great music, and amazing art.”
“Suggestions: • guild/clan war system • air-unit that targets defenses • always-accessible card shop to benefit those who live in remote areas • base migration (ability to move bases and outposts) • craftable items that assist invasions (napalm attacks, arrow storm etc) • defined story that we can follow.”
“You guys had a good idea but I can't rate anything above 1 star because it would not load after the little story bit at the beginning of the game. I don't know if it's internet on my end or the GPS doesn't work in Australia. Good concept though; I might reinstall it when it's out of early access and working.”
“Suggestions: • guild/clan war system • air-unit that targets defenses • always-accessible card shop to benefit those who live in remote areas • base migration (ability to move bases and outposts) • craftable items that assist invasions (napalm attacks, arrow storm, etc.) • defined story that we can follow.”
“Also, over time I'd like to see some sort of quests (daily missions or something).”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, particularly for weaker devices, leading many users to find the performance horrific and unplayable. While some players report smooth performance, the overall sentiment suggests that significant improvements are needed before it is worth downloading.
“I am sure it's an optimization with device compatibility.”
“And it runs smoothly so far.”
“Not worth downloading until optimization is fixed.”
“My main issue is that it is very unoptimized, especially for weaker devices.”
“I am sure it's an optimization issue with certain devices.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, particularly in the late game, where progress can feel tedious due to slow upgrade times and limited builder access. While some appreciate the engaging mechanics, many express a desire for a more balanced approach that doesn't rely heavily on waiting and grinding for advancement. Overall, the game is enjoyable but could benefit from reducing the grind to enhance the experience.
“Good game, too grindy late game for my tastes.”
“Honestly an amazing game; it has me addicted. The only issue is you only have access to one builder at any given time and have to pay 10 euros just to get another one. It's a bit tedious, especially when some of the upgrades take ages, meaning you can't improve other parts of your base until that time is up.”
“Beginning is fun, but like all these games, they are going to get grindy. I want a game like this that's not super reliant on making people wait hours to progress.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's high replayability due to its engaging mechanics that minimize waiting times and encourage exploration in the real world to gather items. This combination enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable to revisit.
“The game offers endless possibilities, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple paths and choices, I find myself coming back to explore different outcomes.”
“The dynamic world keeps changing, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means there's not much to explore on subsequent playthroughs.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be somewhat cynical, pointing out that it often feels like a gimmick aimed at exploiting players for additional purchases rather than delivering genuine comedic content.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment feel light-hearted and fun.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious dialogue add so much charm to the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find that while the emotional aspects of the game may have potential, the experience of interacting with map items detracts from the overall enjoyment, suggesting a disconnect between intended emotional engagement and gameplay mechanics.
