Black Desert Mobile
- December 8, 2019
- Pearl Abyss
- 9h median play time
Get on Apple Store"Black Desert Mobile" is a critically-acclaimed MMO with players from over 150 countries. It offers 14 unique classes with dynamic skills and breathtaking action combat. The game is known for its high-fidelity graphics, sophisticated character customization, and an endless amount of content including life skills and PvE/PvP.
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Reviews
- Stunning graphics and character customization options.
- Engaging gameplay with a variety of quests and activities.
- Auto-play feature allows for casual play while multitasking.
- Cluttered UI makes navigation and gameplay confusing.
- Frequent crashes and connectivity issues disrupt the gaming experience.
- Pay-to-win elements create an imbalance in competitive play.
- graphics3,359 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning quality, often compared to console-level visuals, and are considered one of the best in mobile gaming. However, many players have reported issues with pixelation and blurriness, particularly when moving or during combat, even on high settings. Additionally, the automatic adjustment of graphics settings has frustrated users, as it often reverts to lower quality, detracting from the overall experience.
“I absolutely love the game for its stunning graphics and the many available options, and this game would be the absolute #1 for me if it weren't for the autoplay.”
“The graphics quality and performance capabilities are wonderful.”
“The graphics are top class and the combat is still astonishing!”
“But I'm giving this game 3 stars because the graphics are so pixelated even when I set it to high, my phone has 4GB RAM and 64GB internal with 18GB free space, I can play other games with splendid graphics and smooth gameplay, but overall it's a very rad game, so keep doing your best y'all!”
“The graphics are horrible and the gender was limited to each class.”
“The graphics auto adjust keeps adjusting my graphics to high but I'm not lagging on max setting.”
- story1,557 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging and immersive narrative, complemented by high-quality graphics and voice acting. However, some users find the story to be repetitive and lacking depth, often feeling like a series of fetch quests that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the auto-quest feature has been criticized for making gameplay feel less interactive, leading to a more passive experience rather than an engaging journey through the storyline.
“Hmmm, enjoying the start of the game for a few weeks now, the story is mysterious and intriguing for me, so I am excited about what will happen next.”
“The story is well written.”
“The story is interesting and the characters are just amazing, I have a reaper character and she is awesome!”
“The story is basically non-existent; it felt really slow to go anywhere.”
“The quests are quite simple, as most RPGs are.”
“The story feels stale and juvenile.”
- gameplay1,266 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and impressive graphics. However, some users have expressed frustration over the heavy reliance on auto-play features, repetitive tasks, and the presence of pay-to-win elements that can hinder the experience for free-to-play players. Overall, while the game offers a rich and immersive experience, it also faces criticism for its complexity and balance issues, particularly in PvP scenarios.
“Gameplay is fun, but it isn't worth the hassle you have to deal with on how the game is played.”
“The gameplay is in a good spot; feels like I'm really playing in an adventure.”
“Gameplay is smooth and the graphics take full advantage of the Unreal Engine to display outstanding visuals.”
“The gameplay is the worst; it is nice that there are voiced characters which shows effort, but the game plays itself.”
“The gameplay is almost absent, as well as the storyline.”
“The gameplay is just too awful to be played.”
- grinding521 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant focus, with many players noting that it can be excessively time-consuming, especially for free-to-play users. While some appreciate the auto-farming features that alleviate the tedium, others find the grind repetitive and frustrating, particularly at higher levels where progress can feel stagnant. Overall, the game caters to those who enjoy grinding, but it may deter players seeking a more balanced or less grind-heavy experience.
“Not too tedious with the grinding for me, and it isn't pay-to-win.”
“Very fun experience, and you don't feel like you're grinding for nothing because the more you grind, the more it pays off.”
“Played the PC version for years, and mobile is so much more chill. It's not grindy and doesn't require you to have it turned on all the time. It has amazing settings to be away for hours off your phone, and your character makes progress. It's a lot more nicely designed.”
“I am quitting the game again because the game has yet again become stagnant. The game is good, but only if you are up for a tremendous amount of time farming. The rare item drop rate in this game is the lowest of all the MMORPGs that I've played. The game can be played free-to-play, but be aware that you need a lot, like a lot of time.”
“The grinding is a bit excessive, but it's mitigated through automatic features both on and offline. The problem is after the first few days of playing, your progression halts and leveling up becomes super grindy.”
“I've played better MMOs with better wars and 3v3, then when CP starts to go backwards after 2 weeks of grinding... last straw and time to go...”
- monetization214 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 55 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to play without feeling pressured to spend money. However, concerns about high prices for in-app purchases and the potential for pay-to-win mechanics persist, with some players labeling it a cash grab. Overall, while the game offers a fair free-to-play experience, the steep costs of certain items and the reliance on microtransactions have drawn criticism.
“It's autoplay functionality is optional and the microtransactions are not required for the most part as long as you are not aiming for being in the top.”
“Gameplay is awesome, they don't pop you with in-game purchases to make you feel that you need to spend to be able to advance, not like other games with constant in-app purchase windows popping up.”
“The microtransactions actions aren't required at all for you to progress, the story is very interesting and the fact that there are voice actors in this game makes it so much better.”
“Cash grabs.”
“Seems like just a cash grab for you to buy a higher chance for it to upgrade and if it fails, pay money to try to restore it (restoring items is not 100% chance) so you can waste quite a bit of money and get nothing out of it.”
“The monetization aka pay to win of this game is ridiculous.”
- optimization200 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While many praise its impressive graphics and smooth performance on high-end devices, several players report issues such as lagging, freezing, and automatic adjustments to lower graphics settings, even on capable devices. Overall, there is a consensus that while the game is well-optimized for some smartphones, further improvements are needed, particularly for mid-range and older devices to enhance the gaming experience.
“Every system in the game has been impressively optimized.”
“The graphics are the best I have seen as compared to the level of detail and optimization.”
“The game runs smoothly on my phone at 30 frames and its only 3GB RAM at high resolution and mid textures, and not only the graphics but questing is really fun and grinding does not really feel like grinding.”
“The game was good but it's not optimized for mobile phones with mid-range specs.”
“I only left the game for a few weeks, waiting for the maintenance to fix the buggy graphics, even though I already set the graphics to performance (low) but after the maintenance, they did not fix it, they made it even worse, and the UI interfaces feel like it was enlarged, making it hard to see the gameplay.”
“It's a great game but it's still not optimized to run smoothly on mid-end devices.”
- stability134 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues during character creation and loading screens, often requiring restarts to regain access. While some updates have been noted, the overall consensus is that the game remains significantly buggy, impacting the enjoyment and functionality for many users.
“Very good game runs great and plays smooth.”
“With no glitches on my OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren.”
“Really intuitive controls, spot on, no glitches that I have found, works flawlessly on a Huawei P20 Pro.”
“The game also freezes while loading areas to the point where I have to reboot my device.”
“The constant crashing like I play for the second day and it freezes up and then crashes constantly like I couldn't even enter the server or finish creating my character.”
“I can't even play because as soon as I get into character customization it freezes and won't let me do anything and it's the fifth time that it's happened.”
- music54 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful composition and high quality, enhancing the overall immersive experience alongside the stunning graphics. Players appreciate the orchestral soundtracks and engaging voice acting, often noting that the music elevates gameplay and creates a captivating atmosphere. However, some users have reported issues with audio bugs, such as music continuing to play while the game freezes.
“The music is beautifully composed.”
“The graphics, all the systems and interface, and music gives you an immersive feel of the whole adventure!”
“This game has some of the best music I've heard in an MMORPG.”
“Also, there definitely needs to be a way to turn off the music, like you could while the game was downloading.”
“The music is still playing but the screen freezes and combat audio stops completely.”
“The day after the soundtrack changed to just one song, jingle bells.”
- character development31 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highly praised for its impressive character design and customization options, which enhance player immersion and engagement. While the story quality varies, the unique skill sets and rewarding events contribute positively to the overall experience. However, some players express frustration with aspects like PvP matching, indicating room for improvement despite the strong character design and graphics.
“The game is still great when it comes to character designs, unique skill sets, events, and abundance of rewards for every task.”
“Totally addictive and immersive game, lots to do and good character development and creation.”
“Character design is excellent, and making your own village is one of the best parts.”
“Character designers are trash!”
“3 star because character designs are so awful!”
“I can't really see their character design very well because of it.”
- humor21 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying the quirky antics caused by pathfinding issues and glitchy horse behavior, which often lead to genuinely funny moments. The well-written story and characters, particularly the black spirit, provide additional comedic relief, making the overall experience entertaining. While some aspects, like the pay-to-win mechanics, are criticized, the game's blend of humor and action keeps players engaged and amused.
“The story and side stories are well written and at times funny.”
“You would think this game is only 90 MB but it's 9 GB; a window pops up with some very funny hamsters and asks to download.”
“Plus the black spirit is honestly pretty hilarious 🤣🤣, well hope you'll also have a fun time.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 91 % positive mentions
- -18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Players express a lack of emotional immersion in the game, citing issues like frustrating controls and camera positioning that detract from the experience. While the gameplay and visuals are praised, technical problems such as FPS drops and limited cooperative play contribute to feelings of disappointment and frustration. Overall, the game is seen as a beautiful creation with potential, but it struggles to engage players on an emotional level.
“Whoever wants to play this, you need patience and tenacity when your hard work acquiring materials for upgrades results in a heartbreaking failure.”
“The pace suddenly drops a lot around character level 50, but this game is a wholesome game of its genre!”
“Sadly, this game made me feel like I have a second job.”
“The game lacks emotional depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or the story.”
“I found the narrative to be uninspiring and emotionally flat, which made it difficult to stay engaged.”
“Despite the game's potential, the emotional impact is minimal, leaving me feeling indifferent to the outcomes.”
- replayability11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game offers exceptional replayability, with scaling bosses and extensive content that keeps players engaged for days. Character customization and diverse class options enhance the experience, although some players desire more playable characters and content variety. Overall, the game's immersive world and mechanics provide a strong incentive for repeated playthroughs.
“This game has lots of replay value.”
“Scaling bosses with different levels add a great deal of replayability.”
“The character customization options give it more replay value and add more diverse character traits.”
“I'm a kind of straightforward gamer that likes a simple yet complex replayability.”
“This game gives you a lot of different classes to choose from, but believe me, only a few are playable.”
“It's an awesome experience playing Black Desert Mobile with so many amazing adventures, but I hope that the developers please add more playable characters and more content like partying with other players to do missions, not just in arenas, guilds, or ancient ruins.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning graphics and immersive sound design, creating a detailed and engaging world that enhances gameplay. However, some players find the environment overly cluttered, which can hinder navigation. Overall, the game offers a unique and rewarding experience, with a relaxing yet vibrant atmosphere that stands out in the mobile MMORPG genre.
“I'm having a great experience playing this game; the graphics are gorgeous and insanely high, gameplay is rewarding, fun, and satisfying. There are a lot of unique things to do, and the story and atmosphere are also pretty awesome.”
“The experience is one of a kind; the graphics are unbelievable, and the sound creates an immersive atmosphere.”
“Brilliant game, to be honest. Classes, relaxing atmosphere, in-depth maps, and so much to do. Good job to the people who are working on Black Desert.”
“The world is very detailed, but it makes the gameplay feel a little crowded with atmosphere.”
“The gameplay is fantastic, with challenges everywhere, but the overall RPG atmosphere feels a bit overwhelming.”
