Call Me Emperor

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"Call Me Emperor" is a Simulation game that offers an intriguing story and fantastic gameplay with phenomenal graphics and exceptional music. However, it also has a lot of grinding, frequent advertisements, humor, and bugs. In this game, you start your imperial life, ruling and managing your own empire.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,949 reviews

graphics168 positive mentions

monetization377 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable for players.
There is a strong community aspect, allowing players to connect and make friends from around the world.
The game offers a variety of events and mini-games, keeping the experience fresh and entertaining.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete effectively.
Many players report issues with server stability, including frequent crashes and connection problems.
The game often requires access to personal data, which raises privacy concerns among users.

monetization
416 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
5%
91%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism for its misleading advertisements, which do not accurately represent the gameplay, leading to disappointment among players. While the game includes optional in-app purchases that are generally considered affordable and not necessary for progression, many users feel that the aggressive marketing tactics and the portrayal of the game in ads are deceptive and contribute to a negative experience. Overall, players express frustration over the disconnect between the ads and the actual game, often labeling it as a cash grab.
- “If you grind things out and are sparring with your resources, you can go nearly as far as those who consistently make in-game purchases.”
- “Microtransactions are present, but the game is set up so that you don't really need them; they just help.”
- “There are in-game purchases, but they are not necessary to play and the deals are affordable.”
- “The advertisements are incredibly misleading.”
- “The game is absolutely nothing like the advertisements!”
- “It's nothing like the ads, and everything costs money.”
graphics
242 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
24%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game are frequently praised for their beauty, detail, and artistic style, with many players highlighting the vibrant visuals and smooth animations. However, some users express disappointment with inconsistencies in graphic quality, particularly in battle stages or when compared to promotional materials. While the majority appreciate the aesthetic appeal, a few reviews mention technical issues and a desire for further improvements in graphic performance.
- “The graphics, the rewards, and the gameplay are amazing, and the community is very friendly as well, making the gameplay even better.”
- “The graphics are so good and the controls are awesome.”
- “Gorgeous graphics and easy to pick up activities.”
- “The graphics are very grainy and there's barely any animation.”
- “The game graphics wasn't even close to the ads posted.”
- “This game is clearly undone and the graphics are horrible, don't waste your time on this game.”
story
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
58%
7%
The game's story is described as visually appealing and engaging, with well-written characters and a compelling plot that draws players in. However, many users express disappointment over the lack of meaningful player choices and the misleading advertising that suggests a more interactive storytelling experience. Additionally, there are concerns about the storyline's treatment of gender, as it often defaults to male-centric narratives regardless of the player's character choice.
- “This is a beautiful game with an interesting story, lots of different avenues for players to explore and master, and you are rewarded constantly just for playing the game.”
- “The story is captivating and entertaining, the ability to be an empress and have male consorts is incredible, and the gameplay is decently fun.”
- “I really love the story but it hasn't been updated for a long while.”
- “This game is advertised to be an interactive story, and I was looking forward to what looked like a good interactive story, only to download it and be sorely disappointed that it's a resource gathering strategy game instead.”
- “They make you think it's some kind of story game with choices, but nope.”
- “What the ads show is barely even a storyline in the game.”
gameplay
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
55%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics, beautiful graphics, and the variety of tasks available. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the disconnect between advertised gameplay and actual mechanics, as well as issues with repetitiveness and monetization strategies that can detract from the overall experience. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and a good way to pass time, others express disappointment over unrealistic elements and a lack of depth, particularly for female characters.
- “The graphics, the rewards, and the gameplay are amazing, and the community is very friendly as well, making the gameplay even better.”
- “What I actually got is a surprisingly well-made game with a lot of thought put into the mechanics, particularly with how all the different areas of the game and achievements connect to each other.”
- “The gameplay is pretty straightforward once you get used to it, and the graphics are gorgeous.”
- “Ads are also incredibly misleading and nothing like actual gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is totally different from the ads :(”
- “Gameplay wise... it sucks... the motivation here is very obviously to trap people's cash than give a fair trade.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, particularly noting specific tracks that are calming and enjoyable. However, several users express frustration over the lack of volume control options, with complaints about the music being too loud or repetitive, detracting from their overall enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, players desire more flexibility in managing audio settings.
- “Graphics are very nice, system and story lines are interesting, and music is awesome.”
- “This game is so much fun 🥰 the graphics are 10/10 and the soundtracks are so good that they can lift my mood while playing. There are many kinds of challenges and events, so you won't be bored, and even though I don't spend any money to buy packages or VIPs, I still gain so much in the game. Highly recommended! 😆”
- “I've never been so satisfied with any other game before. The art is jaw-dropping, and the music and voice acting are amazing too. Overall, it's an indirect way of turning your imagination into reality.”
- “When you turn off sound, it doesn't include the opening animation when you turn on the game, which is very loud and annoying, especially if you're trying to listen to your own music while playing.”
- “Also, the music is too repetitive and annoying.”
- “I just wish there was an option to turn off the music but keep the other sounds on.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its funny stories, quirky events, and amusing interactions with other players. Many find the absurdity of the scenarios, such as a female emperor having numerous children or being humorously addressed as "your majesty," to be particularly entertaining. Overall, the game is described as a lighthearted and fun experience that effectively combines humor with gameplay.
- “It has different events, funny stories, and a fun overall experience.”
- “But a funny fact is that the storyline doesn't change even if you change your character... even if you are an empress you will still have to marry a woman and have kids... lol.”
- “Hilarious, I was playing as a woman and somehow impregnated another woman, and everyone kept calling me a man/emperor 😂.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the balance between manual effort and automation, many find it tedious and overly reliant on pay-to-win mechanics. Progression slows significantly after reaching certain levels, leading to frustration for those unwilling to spend money to expedite their advancement. Overall, grinding can be rewarding but often feels like a chore, especially for free-to-play users.
- “But this is just a pay-to-win farming game; you will have the urge to spend money to 'recharge' for more gold or to get the edge in terms of others in the rankings.”
- “It was fun for the first week or so, but after getting to about level 20, the game progression slams to a halt and becomes super grindy.”
- “Unfortunately, a very money-hungry game; if you don't want to spend an eternity doing tedious things manually.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been a significant concern for users, with frequent reports of lag, visual glitches, and freezing during gameplay, particularly in specific features like cuju and government affairs. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over crashes, disappearing messages, and bugs that seem to worsen with updates, indicating a need for better optimization and support.
- “The cuju freezes up, cruise freezes, as does government affairs and upgrading consorts in foreign ministry will freeze at 0 and then the books fall so I lose so many points.”
- “My game crashes sometimes and it freezes when it starts, so please solve this problem.”
- “Gross... utter gross... new update buggy... can't even play well... need to look out... messages keep disappearing... waste of time and money...”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
Players express a strong emotional investment in the game, highlighting its ability to create satisfying and immersive experiences, as well as fostering connections with friends. However, some users criticize the game for its lack of engaging content and a boring storyline, leading to mixed feelings about its overall emotional impact.
- “You'll definitely be emotionally invested in it.”
- “This game is the best anime game I've ever played in my life. It made me feel very satisfied and it feels like real life. I really hope you update it soon!”
- “I met some really nice and wholesome friends.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, players appreciate the game's smooth performance and engaging design, but there are significant concerns regarding bugs and glitches that need to be addressed. Many users are requesting further optimizations, particularly in event handling, to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game is addicting and runs smoothly.”
- “It's a good game with good design, smooth performance, and a nice story.”
- “Good performances.”
- “Please make some optimizations in events.”
- “The game is having too many bugs and glitches right now; please fix this and implement more optimizations.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews highlight the game's beautiful character designs, praising their aesthetic appeal, but also raise concerns about originality, suggesting that some designs may resemble those from other works, specifically mentioning "mdzs." Overall, while the art is well-received, there are calls for more unique character concepts.
- “Great game with beautiful character designs.”
- “Beautiful art and perfect character designs.”
- “I watched your ads, and you are 100% stealing some of MDZS character designs!”
- “When you make ads, maybe consider creating your own character designs.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is visually appealing and contributes significantly to its overall enjoyment, enhancing the fun experience for players.
- “The game is very fun; the layout and atmosphere are incredibly appealing to the eye.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in and makes every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”