Bungo Stray Dogs: TotL
Get on Play Store"Bungo Stray Dogs: TotL" is a role-playing game based on the hit anime series, offering an intriguing story and good gameplay with exceptional visuals. The game allows players to experience the world of Bungo Stray Dogs in a new and interactive way, while also featuring lots of grinding for character progression. Marketed as the first mobile game based on the series, it offers a unique experience for both fans and newcomers alike.
Reviews
- The game is fun and enjoyable, especially for fans of the anime.
- The character designs and animations are cute and well done.
- The gacha system is relatively fair, allowing players to earn characters without spending money.
- After the latest update, many players are experiencing crashes and are unable to log in.
- It can be difficult to earn ability stones after completing the main story, leading to frustration.
- The game lacks a proper account recovery system, making it easy to lose progress.
- story131 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story closely follows the anime and manga, providing an engaging experience for fans, but many players express frustration over the lack of updates and new content, leading to a sense of stagnation once the main story is completed. While the events and side stories are praised for their creativity and depth, players desire more frequent updates to keep the narrative fresh and to maintain their interest in the game. Overall, the storytelling is well-received, but the need for additional scenarios and character integration is a common request among the community.
“The story follows the anime so far, with original plots/chapters for the various time-limited events.”
“This game is absolutely beautiful and full of amazing storylines, battles, and special events.”
“I love how they included not only the main story but also some side stories, so even if you haven't watched or read Bungo Stray Dogs, you'd still understand the storyline of the game.”
“It's been literally years since the in-game story started lagging behind on so much manga/anime story.”
“But two problems for me is that the story doesn't get updated and I don't have any levels to play, so I can't pull for a character. This is probably why people stop playing because they ran out of levels.”
“I finished every story stage released so far and until nothing new or more ways of getting ability stones are added, I will stop playing this game altogether.”
- gameplay83 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and easy to understand, making it accessible for players, but many reviewers note that it can become repetitive and somewhat dull over time. While some enjoy the strategic elements and the fun mechanics, others express a desire for more variety and new features to keep the experience fresh. Overall, the game is appreciated for its charming art style and engaging character interactions, but it faces criticism for its lack of depth and occasional grindiness.
“The gameplay is simple but also kind of strategic when it comes to where you will sling the marble or when to activate your skills.”
“The overall gameplay is fun and the storyline is exactly like the anime, which I love by the way.”
“The gameplay is fun, and there are lots of characters.”
“The gameplay is boring; it's mostly just read dialog, fight, read dialog, read dialog, repeat.”
“Always the same levels, old needlessly nested menus, extremely expensive in-game purchases, no variety in gameplay, not skippable battle animations, no sense of pacing.”
“It is a bad representative of the original anime with bad graphics and very boring gameplay; it is clunky and does not give any more input which was already shown in the anime, giving it no appeal to hardcore lovers of the game.”
- graphics48 mentions
- 77 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high quality, cute art style, and faithful representation of characters from the anime, making it visually appealing to fans. Many users appreciate the smooth animations and detailed artwork, although some feel that the gameplay can be slow or repetitive. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment, especially for fans of the original series.
“The graphics are really good and certain characters have audio catchphrases from the voice actors, which is a nice touch.”
“Absolutely great game with awesome graphics and enough variety to appeal to all types of fans.”
“An amazing, addictive game with gorgeous graphics.”
“It is a bad representative of the original anime with bad graphics and very boring gameplay; it is clunky and does not give any more input which was already shown in the anime, giving it no appeal to hardcore lovers of the game.”
“The game is simple, not too many graphics so a phone/mobile device doesn't lag.”
“Graphics, OST, and the characters that adapted from the anime.”
- monetization14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option for in-app purchases that enhance gameplay without being necessary for enjoyment. However, some users criticize the high cost of certain purchases and the slow progression, suggesting that while the game is fun and engaging, it could benefit from more balanced monetization strategies. Overall, players find the game addictive and enjoyable, despite some concerns about its pricing structure.
“Also, there aren't ads everywhere, which is really nice.”
“The game has a lot of cool events, and in-app purchases are low enough.”
“Although there are in-app purchases, it doesn't feel 'pay to play' at all.”
“I feel this game could have been a lot better than a 'cute', poorly made cash grab game pulling at the strings of people's attachment to the anime.”
“Always the same levels, old needlessly nested menus, extremely expensive in-game purchases, no variety in gameplay, not skippable battle animations, no sense of pacing.”
“The grinding is really slow and the guarantee scout is unfair; in-app purchases are very expensive, but as a free-to-play player who started in September, it's addicting.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can be tedious and slow, especially without an auto option and with low gacha rates, many still enjoy the process of leveling up characters. The grind is often described as addictive and fun, despite the lack of events and the high cost of in-app purchases, making it a balancing act between effort and enjoyment. Overall, while some players feel the grind can be excessive, it remains engaging for many.
“The gacha rates are abhorrent and 'boosted' is a gross over-exaggeration; it takes upwards of a week of grinding just to get one honestly earned 11 pull because each perfect clear is only worth 5 in-game currency.”
“The events that have SSR tickets as the final reward proved, over time, to be very grindy.”
“The grinding is really slow and the guaranteed scout is unfair; in-app purchases are very expensive, but as a free-to-play player who started in September, it's addicting.”
- character development9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong appreciation for the character designs and the engaging storyline, highlighting the game's aesthetic appeal. However, there is a notable desire for the inclusion of additional characters, particularly fan favorites like Nikolai and Sigma, which could enhance the overall character development experience. While the existing characters are well-received, some players feel that more unique designs and events would further enrich the game's character dynamics.
“The story is perfect, character designs, the fighting scenes, the special voice acting and the events are all perfect.”
“I love Bungou Stray Dogs so much, I like how challenging it was to get ability stones and the character designs were fantastic.”
“Nice storyline, good character design, and great details!”
“Could use more unique character designs.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, user experiences with stability vary significantly; while some report no issues and praise the game's performance, others encounter occasional glitches and connectivity problems that can disrupt gameplay. The consensus suggests that while the game is generally enjoyable, there are instances of bugs that may affect the experience for some players.
“I do have issues when it comes to updating the app; working with it gets a little buggy and frustrating for short periods of time, but I haven't seen any other instances of this happening besides mine.”
“I mean, I'll give this a 3.5/5 stars because there are sometimes glitches; the cards give me life, the character clothes, the art/edit is very beautiful.”
“It keeps saying I have no connection and freezes my screen, and I have connection!”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting funny character designs and abilities, such as Dazai's "walking waste of bandages." The lighthearted tone and amusing animations contribute to the overall enjoyment, making it a standout feature for many users. Despite some technical issues, the humor remains a key reason for their enthusiasm and engagement with the game.
“This is a great game, to be honest. I love the fact Dazai's power is 'walking waste of bandages.' It's hilarious! 😆”
“I like to watch the anime of this because it's so funny, even this game too! ❤ 😅”
“It's an amazing game! I love how you get different characters, and the Dazai SSRs are cute; like the mushroom one is so funny!”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, experiencing a range of feelings from joy and nostalgia to frustration and anger. The unexpected outcomes, such as receiving a different character card, can evoke deep emotional responses, highlighting the game's impact on players' sentiments. However, technical issues like crashes can detract from the overall emotional experience.
“At 5:06 AM a few months ago, I received an SSR Akutagawa card instead of the SSR Tengu Dazai card, and I avoided ever opening the game since then because it made me cry.”
“I cried when I first played this app, for I was overcome with joy.”
“But when I got a character named Tanizaki, it made me really angry and emotional because he reminded me of Ed Sheeran.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its ability to enhance the overall experience and energize battles. However, some users express frustration over the inability to easily turn off the music from the menu.
“I love the background music; it can really hype you up.”
“Love the storyline, the battles, and the music/graphics.”
“I can't just go to the menu to turn off the music; that pisses me off.”
