Block Story
- December 10, 2015
- MindBlocks Studio, LLC
- 17h median play time
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Get on Play Store"Block Story" is an adventure game that combines elements of sandbox and RPG genres. You can explore an open world, gather resources, and craft various items, while also battling monsters and completing quests. The game also features pixelated graphics and the ability to tame and ride creatures, adding a unique touch to the traditional sandbox experience.
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Reviews
- story559 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story in "Block Story" is generally well-received, with players appreciating its unique blend of RPG elements and sandbox gameplay reminiscent of Minecraft. However, many users express a desire for a longer storyline, more diverse quests, and improved quest mechanics, as they often encounter bugs that hinder progress. While the game features charming graphics and engaging missions, players frequently request updates to enhance the narrative depth and fix existing issues.
“The graphics are beautiful, the characters and storyline happen to be charming, and everything else I completely adore.”
“This game has an amazing story with nice creatures and beautiful landscapes, but if it wants a 5-star rating it needs to have multiplayer mode and online features.”
“It's an awesome game and the storyline is great and so is the gameplay.”
“The quests are all over the place and don't make sense.”
“The main story is so annoying; the wizard told me to kill the fire dragon, but in the main quest, you must take a fire dragon spawner. It's impossible! Why is this mission so annoying? The soul catcher takes a long time to take his soul, and I died before I could take it. How can I continue the main story, devs?”
“I love this game, but I could use some updates. I know the outer world is on its way, but I never get to see my character. I really want to know what we look like. Also, keep up the grind, Block Story developers!”
- graphics207 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive a mixed reception, with many players praising their beauty and detail, often comparing them favorably to those of Minecraft. However, some users note issues such as lag, outdated textures, and a desire for more realistic elements or options to toggle graphic settings. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there are calls for improvements and updates to enhance the visual experience further.
“The graphics are beautiful, the characters and storyline happen to be charming, and everything else I completely adore.”
“It's an amazing game that has a creative structure, like Minecraft, but has more to explore and experience, with amazingly detailed graphics, along with a continual storyline.”
“The graphics are awesome; this is better than Minecraft. I like this game a lot!”
“The graphics are also somewhat of a mixed bag.”
“This game is surprisingly great; I thought it was just another bad Minecraft ripoff, but it's the total opposite. Sure, it uses the core features of Minecraft, but the way all the features fit together is great. However, the graphics are a bit outdated.”
“Honest to say, horrible game; the graphics are horrible, controls are hard to use, and when doing quests, if you load up another world, all the people disappear where you need to complete quests. Overall, it's glitchy.”
- stability109 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Many users experience issues such as freezing, lost progress, and inventory problems, leading to frustration despite the game's enjoyable aspects. While some updates have improved stability, a significant number of players still encounter frequent technical difficulties that detract from their overall experience.
“It works perfectly, no glitches.”
“Love the game, no glitches or lags.”
“Download now, no glitches, not that many ads, like 2 a week.”
“The game is fun, but I have been experiencing many bugs, especially when hitting with specific weapons. I've lost many worlds due to this issue, and the saves can be wonky, causing items in my inventory to go missing if the game doesn't save properly.”
“It freezes over and over again and then it crashes. Please fix this.”
“Every time I start up the game and enter my world, the game glitches.”
- monetization59 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt gameplay and cause crashes. Many players express frustration over the inability to pay to remove ads, despite having previously purchased content, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some users appreciate the option for in-app purchases, the consensus is that the intrusive ads severely detract from the overall experience.
“Classic, no ads, very fun, and overall 10/10”
“This game is one of the best games I have ever played. You get to have pets that will fight for you, and they have an inventory. Trust me, you will love it, and there are no ads.”
“Some complain about the in-app purchases, but I don't have time for complaining because whether there are in-app purchases or not, we can still play the game like there are none. To make it short, it's still the best sandbox game.”
“It's a total cash grab; every chance the developers get, they will exploit it.”
“The ads ruin it; they appear every 3 seconds.”
“I bought this game for $$$ and now I have to watch ads and pay for creative mode.”
- gameplay57 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics and RPG elements, with many users enjoying the controls and graphics. However, several reviews highlight issues such as lag, bugs, and a lack of engaging content, which can lead to boredom. While some players find the gameplay excellent and reminiscent of classic titles, others express a desire for improvements and additional features to enhance the experience.
“The gameplay is great with an RPG feel to it.”
“This game has a great gameplay; so far, it's the best block world game for me.”
“It's an awesome game and the storyline is great, and so is the gameplay.”
“The game is really good but... the gameplay sucks. 1) Items easily break, making grinding a lot harder and more tiresome. 2) Items despawn really fast!”
“I know you're trying to not look like you copied Minecraft, but come on... what's with this graphic? Much worse than Minecraft's in my opinion. The idea is great, but the gameplay ruined it for me... just plain no!”
“Good idea but bad story and gameplay.”
- music26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a beautiful soundtrack. However, some players express dissatisfaction with specific tracks, particularly during boss battles, and request more variety and improvements in the music selection. Overall, while many enjoy the ambient music, there are calls for better integration and additional tracks to enrich gameplay.
“I love the background music; it's really relaxing and nice. The graphics, blocks, and features are very different from other games, therefore it has a story and many other activities such as vehicles and various devices.”
“A beautiful game with a little story and adventure, while having the whole experience multiplied by a beautiful soundtrack the entire time. Honestly, more of a 6 out of 5 star game than anything; definitely a must-have, 100% would recommend in any situation.”
“The music is calming, and this game is just flat out fun.”
“Just wish it had a better music track.”
“The game forced my music to physically turn down so even if I had it at max it would sound half as loud.”
“I don't really like the song. I know you guys took time to do it, but I just don't like it. You could remove it or change the song because it sounds kinda lame, to be honest.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to issues like item drops being dependent on last hits, fast item despawning, and frequent bugs that disrupt gameplay. While some enjoy the challenge and leveling up, many express that the grinding can feel overly burdensome, leading to diminished enjoyment and even discouragement from continuing to play. Overall, the consensus is that while the game has potential, the grinding mechanics need significant improvement to enhance the overall experience.
“I love this game I've been playing for years, but I was bummed about spawners being taken out. The thing that I hate is mobs don't drop anything unless you have the last hit. A few years ago, whenever they died, they would drop something. It makes it hard to farm now because if you have others helping, if they get the last hit, no loot. It sucks... would really like if that was removed; it honestly has caused me and my friends to stop playing because it makes everything harder and farming becomes too dangerous.”
“The game is really good but... the gameplay sucks. 1) Items easily break, making grinding a lot harder and a lot more tiresome. 2) Items despawn really fast!”
“I love this game but after two weeks of grinding and this happening, I'm starting to feel like a fool.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it generally runs smoothly with decent graphics, some users report performance issues, particularly in towns and forests, leading to noticeable lag. There are calls for improvements to enhance performance on low-end devices and to increase frame rates, especially during more demanding scenarios. Despite these concerns, many players appreciate the game's visual quality and gameplay experience.
“Graphics are decent, runs smoothly (just under 60 frames per second at most times).”
“The graphics and performance of this game are quite impressive, considering the hardware it runs on.”
“Great graphics, and options too, runs smoothly.”
“From what I remember, there were some slight performance issues, and it wasn't always clear what you were supposed to do or where to go.”
“The graphics and gameplay are good, but the performance of the game needs improvement, especially the FPS. When I go to a town or a forest, it suddenly lags a lot.”
“Add a multiplayer option and some optimizations for low-end devices with 2GB RAM.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently praised, with players highlighting funny duologues, amusing quests, and a quirky sense of humor that adds to the overall enjoyment. While some players note that the humor can be hit or miss, many agree that it contributes significantly to the fun experience of the game.
“Funny duologues and many quests, could use more weapon durability though.”
“It is very funny and I think whoever plays this will have lots of fun like me.”
“These people have a sick sense of humor.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, often reminiscing about cherished memories and personal experiences, such as time spent with loved ones. The game evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth, although some users also mention technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the emotional impact is significant, with many players feeling deeply engaged and moved by the game's themes.
“Now that I found it again, it's brought back so many amazing and heartwarming memories of when I was little, also the time I spent with my grandmother before she passed.”
“I cried.”
“I so totally love this game; it's full of heartfelt moments.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently highlight a pleasant and engaging atmosphere in the game, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“There's a haunting beauty to the atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The game's atmosphere perfectly complements the storyline, creating a captivating experience.”
