BTS World

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BTS World is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Netmarble Games and was released on June 26, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"BTS World" is a single-player simulation game with an intriguing story, delightful gameplay, amazing visuals, and excellent music. As a BigHit employee in 2012, you become BTS's manager and must guide them to debut in this wholesome story, but be prepared for grinding and bugs. Your choices in the game will determine the outcome of BTS's journey to fame.

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Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

story704 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

The graphics and storyline are engaging and well-crafted, providing a fun experience for fans.
The interactive elements, such as texting and calling the members, enhance the gameplay and make it feel personal.
The game offers a variety of tasks and events, keeping players entertained and invested.

The game requires a significant amount of storage space, which can be inconvenient for users with limited memory.
Players often experience network errors that prevent them from accessing videos and calls, disrupting the gameplay.
The difficulty of progressing through levels increases significantly, making it frustrating for players who do not want to spend money on in-game purchases.

story
1,951 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's storyline is generally praised for its engaging and cute narrative, allowing players to experience BTS's journey from their debut while interacting with the members through calls and messages. However, many players express frustration with the difficulty of progressing through missions, often feeling stuck due to card level requirements and the grinding needed to advance the story. Additionally, some users find certain aspects of the story, particularly in the "another story" mode, to be uncomfortable or cringeworthy, likening it to stalking behavior, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I absolutely love this app, it's very fun and has great storytelling.”
- “The storyline is very well explained through someone else's view (the manager) and easy to follow.”
- “The story is interesting and I like how you can chat with the members.”
- “The story is also covering many uncomfortable and mental health topics without warning.”
- “The 'another story' missions are insufferable.”
- “The main storyline is cringy, and when they romanticized Jimin's eating problems, it was very uncomfortable to read.”
music
518 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and emotional impact, with many players expressing their love for the original soundtracks created by BTS. However, numerous users report persistent issues with music playback, including errors that prevent background music and videos from playing, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these technical difficulties, the soundtrack remains a highlight for fans, enhancing the game's immersive storytelling and connection to the band.
- “I really love the background music and the graphics are amazing!”
- “The music for this game is amazing as expected and very addictive, and the graphics are great.”
- “I was absolutely in love with this game; I only heard about it 2 days before it came out and I am a hardcore army. I love the soundtrack too!”
- “The music in the main menu, the BTS story chapter overview, and another story including all areas with these same tracks stopped.”
- “The main song no longer plays.”
- “I love this game but for 1 month my background music heartbeat and another story music is not working and whenever I open it, it always says network connection problem but my network works totally fine.”
graphics
513 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their stunning quality, vibrant visuals, and smooth performance. Players appreciate the detailed artwork and how it enhances the overall gaming experience, making it feel immersive and engaging. However, some users have noted that the game's high-quality graphics can lead to significant storage requirements and occasional loading issues.
- “The graphics are amazing, the storyline is excellent, and the realism is very impressive.”
- “The graphics are incredible and there was clearly an extensive photo shoot done to create the scenery and even the members' reactions.”
- “The graphics are absolutely amazing and I love how there are clips of the members and their voices.”
- “The graphics were okay, not what I had really expected.”
- “There is something wrong with this game, I waited for 50 minutes to download the 'smooth graphic' says then after I downloaded it there's saying 'abnormal etc. restart to etc.'”
- “Love it but needs more work on the graphics.”
gameplay
253 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is generally well-received for its smooth mechanics, engaging storyline, and beautiful graphics, making it enjoyable for fans. However, many users express frustration with repetitive tasks, bugs, and the need for frequent downloads, which can hinder the overall experience. While the game offers a unique interactive element, some players feel it lacks depth and can become tedious, especially when it comes to progressing without spending money.
- “The gameplay is entertaining, the story is interesting, and the game is overall fun.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and simple to understand.”
- “I love the gameplay experience that this game offers!”
- “It stresses me because I've been taking a very slow progress in my gameplay, and I don't like my opportunity being taken away like this just because of a silly bug.”
- “The gameplay becomes very redundant and boring quickly where you have long periods in between to level up your cards slowly.”
- “The gameplay is nonexistent, no strategy is needed, the game feels like it's missing a lot of features.”
humor
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, with players enjoying the funny interactions, clips, and storylines that reflect the personalities of the BTS members. Many reviews highlight the balance of humor with emotional moments, making the gameplay both entertaining and heartwarming. Overall, the game is described as a delightful mix of humor, cuteness, and engaging storytelling that resonates well with fans.
- “The story is so fun and full of feeling and humor, the graphics are amazing, and the songs played I'll never get tired of them.”
- “The stories are filled with funny and heartwarming moments.”
- “It's impossible to stop smiling and laughing while watching them and interacting even if it's not in person!”
- “It's funny and kinda cringey, but hey, that's what we want, right?”
- “Worst game I ever played. They show the name BTS and make you waste 100 MB, then ask you to download an additional 800 MB, and that's not funny.”
monetization
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while players appreciate the absence of frequent ads and the option to enjoy the game without mandatory in-app purchases, many express frustration over the reliance on microtransactions for faster progress and essential resources. Some users report issues with in-app purchases not functioning correctly, while others feel that the game can become a grind without spending money. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable and accessible, but the monetization model may deter some players from fully engaging with its content.
- “Despite being free (with no ads!!), there are so many high-quality photos, videos, and full audio phone calls!”
- “I like that the in-app purchases aren't necessary to enjoy the game. I didn't think I would like the card system, but it turns out it's one of the things I love the most about this game!”
- “And honestly, you can do really well in this game without feeling pressured to make in-game purchases.”
- “Just a big cash grab for a naive audience.”
- “Though, microtransactions are a real problem, and progressing on the game can become quite a challenge if you don't pay up after a certain amount of time.”
- “Takes too much space and without in-app purchases it takes a lot of time and patience to get better :(”
stability
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly during story interactions and phone calls. While some players have experienced smooth performance, a significant number express frustration over persistent issues that require constant app restarts or reinstallations. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a large portion of the player base, impacting their overall enjoyment.
- “There are literally almost no glitches.”
- “I have played since day one and everything runs great.”
- “It's amazing how there are no glitches, although it's a brand new game.”
- “I can do everything except play the story; as soon as I click on the BTS story, it freezes. I'm really annoyed.”
- “App either freezes on the login screen instead of loading or crashes completely.”
- “I can't play the game at all, as it just freezes and restarts over and over again.”
emotional
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players expressing feelings of joy, nostalgia, and connection to BTS through its heartwarming and often touching storylines. Many users report experiencing a range of emotions, from laughter to tears, as they engage with the characters and their journeys, making it a deeply immersive and relatable experience for fans. Overall, the game successfully combines humor and emotional depth, creating a unique and memorable gaming experience.
- “This game has been very enjoyable and rich in content, the OST is truly magnificent (I absolutely adore the new songs), and the video content in the Another Story part is truly beautiful, well-made, and everyone's AU stories are so heartwarming.”
- “I cried happy tears when finally the boys get to debut the only setback is the chance to get 5⭐ cards is so little, and at some stages there's no way you can get past them without 5⭐ cards.”
- “As an army for 6 years, I love this game so much and it made me really emotional seeing the boys from when they first debuted to where they are now!”
optimization
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly with minimal issues, provided they have sufficient storage and a good internet connection. However, many players express frustration over the frequent need to download additional data, which can lead to increased storage consumption and longer loading times. Despite these concerns, the game's performance is generally praised, with most players enjoying a seamless experience once the necessary downloads are completed.
- “The game runs smoothly with a speedy internet connection.”
- “I didn't experience any bugs or viruses and the game runs smoothly and it's amazing.”
- “Everything about the game runs smoothly.”
- “But the thing is that it is consuming more storage than usual games, but I also understand it because it is the only way they could provide high-quality game performance.”
- “I'm using Snote4 and hope your team will fix this, also improving the performance of this game.”
grinding
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, often requiring extensive farming to progress through the story and level up cards. While some appreciate the challenge and the sense of achievement that comes with grinding, many express frustration over the slow pace and high requirements for advancement, leading to a repetitive gameplay experience. Overall, the grinding is seen as a necessary but cumbersome element of the game, with mixed feelings about its impact on enjoyment.
- “But it wouldn't be a phone game if it wasn't grindy, so I don't care about that.”
- “The level-up system is very tough; it takes me two days of farming to continue a few story bits only to get stuck again because my level isn't high enough.”
- “The fact that you have to spend a whole day grinding just to move on in the story gets boring real fast.”
- “It's a lot of grinding for minimal rewards.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for increased replayability, suggesting that adding more playable levels within chapters or expanding the number of levels per chapter would enhance their experience and encourage repeated playthroughs.
- “I wish there were more playable levels added to the chapters, or at least an increase in the number of levels per chapter, so we could have more content at a steady pace.”
- “The lack of variety in levels makes it hard to find motivation to replay the game.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play through it again.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere for its realism and overall quality, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The setting and atmosphere are incredibly immersive and realistic.”
- “The game's atmosphere draws you in, making you feel like you're part of the world.”
- “The attention to detail in the environment creates a captivating and engaging atmosphere.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is praised for its engaging storytelling and humor, with players appreciating the smooth integration of character arcs into the gameplay. The combination of well-crafted characters and challenging gameplay contributes to an addictive experience.
- “Speaking of the story, I really like the character development and the funny clips and phone calls.”
- “Smooth system for the most part, good character development, and the gameplay itself is addictive and it's forever difficult to beat the challenges, lol.”