City Arena: Zombie Defense

Nonstop Game: Idle RPG is a 3D role-playing game with a good plot and impressive mechanics. Summon and form your ultimate hero squad for battle while enjoying the game's decent graphics. Expect grinding and be prepared for occasional annoying ads. As stated by the game, it offers a unique and cool idle RPG experience for players to enjoy.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,829 reviews

graphics60 positive mentions

monetization31 negative mentions

Great artwork and character designs that are visually appealing.
The game offers a lot of content and events to keep players engaged.
It is possible to progress without spending money, making it relatively free-to-play friendly.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, with many features locked behind expensive purchases.
There are frequent crashes and technical issues, making it frustrating to play.
Misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay experience.

graphics
104 mentions
58 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique art style and character designs as visually appealing. However, some users express disappointment with the overall quality of the 3D graphics, animations, and performance issues such as lag and lack of graphical settings. While the artwork is often highlighted as a strong point, there are calls for improvements in the in-game visuals and smoother performance.
- “However, 3D graphics and gorgeous art definitely make this a standout among the rest.”
- “The graphics are awesome, and of course, like any game, there are some bugs that I've experienced that are laughable!”
- “Great game, excellent visuals and a really good gacha collectathon with good rates.”
- “The ingame visuals and music are abysmal and the only redeeming quality is the character art.”
- “The game looks laggy because the graphics are not so smooth or lacking in frames.”
- “Such awful graphics it's just not worth it.”
gameplay
59 mentions
46 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it follows familiar idle game mechanics and lacks originality. While some appreciate the easy-to-understand mechanics, character variety, and engaging team-building aspects, others criticize the misleading advertisements, balance issues, and the presence of pay-to-win elements. Overall, the gameplay is described as enjoyable but marred by technical issues and a lack of innovation.
- “Very player friendly with good character design and smooth gameplay.”
- “The game is awesome, great mechanics and even though the market for this style game is saturated, it still has merit.”
- “I really enjoy playing it; you can see the effort they put into making everything, the style, the gameplay, the HUD, and basically how it feels. It's just satisfactory, especially the gacha; almost every 10 pulls I get a 5-star.”
- “I'd rate it 2 stars for the whole gameplay loop, but I hate being misled into thinking this is a tower defense when it's disappointingly not.”
- “Does absolutely nothing new or interesting and copies the same dull idle game mechanics that all of these games have. If you've played one of these before, then you've essentially already played this one.”
- “The pictures and name in the app store don't even match the gameplay; like, what is going on?”
monetization
44 mentions
9 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
70 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the misleading advertisements and the prevalence of microtransactions, labeling it as a cash grab. While some users appreciate that in-app purchases are optional and that the game can be played without spending money, others express frustration over forced ads and the disparity between the advertised and actual gameplay. Overall, the monetization strategy appears to be a significant point of contention, with many players feeling deceived by the promotional material.
- “Honestly surprised by this game, downloaded it on a whim and was very put off by all the microtransactions at first but it turns out they're entirely optional. You can do everything in the game without paying anything, and they give you a decent start so it doesn't feel like you're too pressured into buying anything.”
- “There are microtransactions, but it's a free game, so I can't complain.”
- “In-app purchases are reasonable.”
- “Had potential until you see it's clearly a cash grab.”
- “The advertisement looked fun, but it's just another mobile game where everything has a price tag and nothing is cheap.”
- “This game is not like the ads... it's just another gacha grind that goes nowhere until you pay... don't waste your life.”
story
25 mentions
28 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its decent narrative and character development, while others criticize it for lacking depth and originality, likening it to many other idle games. Many users express frustration over the grind required to progress in the story and the absence of features like auto-play or a skip button, which could enhance the experience. Overall, while the game has potential and enjoyable mechanics, the storyline is often seen as repetitive and underwhelming.
- “Great game, awesome summoning system, and the storyline is amazing. I would recommend it for those that want a challenge and for those looking for adventure.”
- “You don't have to pay money just to play the game; it's aesthetically pleasing, the story is decent, and the characters are awesome.”
- “It has good progression with the story and it's fun, but getting the heroes you need to upgrade your current heroes is a real grind. Besides that, it's a good game.”
- “Game has no real start/story.”
- “Why did I even bother? This has zero storyline, same as hundreds if not thousands of clone idle games on the Play Store. One star is generous for this type of game, seriously. Just because it's very generous at the start and a grindfest in the endgame like any other of this kind. Did I mention repetitive, boring, deadbrain resources and talent?”
- “Just couldn't get what I wanted and felt like I wouldn't get it no matter how much work I put in, so I pretty much quit. Other than that, it's cool, but I also feel like story content is lacking.”
music
13 mentions
38 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and integration with the overall art style, others find it annoying and prefer to turn it off. There are calls for better settings to manage audio options, indicating that the music can be intrusive for those who wish to listen to their own playlists. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect by some, but it also detracts from the experience for others.
- “The music is great too!”
- “Music slaps as well.”
- “Really nice artwork, music and character design.”
- “The in-game visuals and music are abysmal, and the only redeeming quality is the character art.”
- “For the love of god, please add a settings menu so you can turn the music and sounds off; they are so annoying.”
- “How do you turn off the music? 😭😭😭😭😭”
stability
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
-22 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, screen freezes, and long loading times that hinder gameplay. Many players have experienced the need to reboot their devices due to these problems, leading to frustration and missed opportunities within the game. While the game has appealing elements, the instability detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game runs smoothly and provides a stable experience, making it enjoyable to progress at your own pace.”
- “I appreciate the ample opportunities to earn free heroes, which adds to the stability of the game for free-to-play players.”
- “Despite the challenges for free-to-play players, the overall stability and performance of the game make the experience satisfying and rewarding.”
- “Game constantly crashes on server s795, freezes and crashes randomly. I haven't been able to enjoy the game for weeks and have missed out on several prizes.”
- “I open the game and then it freezes and kicks me out.”
- “A lot of lags and freezes occur, and the battery discharges very quickly. Please fix it!”
character development
8 mentions
63 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive art and character design, which many players find appealing. While the gameplay is smooth and player-friendly, the depth of character development is noted to be somewhat limited, with a focus on aesthetics rather than extensive narrative or growth. Overall, players appreciate the visual aspects and the variety of character designs, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “Very player friendly with good character design and smooth gameplay.”
- “Some cool character designs and lots of modes of play. I'm really enjoying this; I haven't run into any outstanding issues.”
- “Fun hero collector with a neat art style and cool character designs.”
- “Gorgeous art from the models to portraits, fine character design, but doesn't have a lot else going for it.”
- “Mobs are fairly difficult in the early game, the UI is non-clunky, and character development actually exists.”
- “Not much advertisement, but the graphics and character designs are awesome.”
grinding
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it tedious and time-consuming, requiring weeks of effort to progress, others appreciate the balance in resource gathering and the ability to farm offline. Overall, the game caters well to patient players who enjoy grinding without the need for monetary investment.
- “If you are a patient free-to-play player, this game can be fun, but it will take weeks of grinding just to progress after the first day.”
- “Then this is the game for you where you stop the game constantly and it feels tedious to play.”
- “Just kinda grinding over and over to get to the top.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers generally find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, describing it as hilarious and entertaining. While some comparisons are made to other games with more developed characters and abilities, the overall sentiment is that the game successfully delivers laughs and a lighthearted experience.
- “It's funny when you spend so much money and didn't really play the game.”
- “This mobile phone game is absolutely hilarious, and I feel it's great for all ages.”
- “Nice and funny game.”
optimization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
While players enjoy the game and its rewards, many express concerns about optimization, citing issues like lag, low FPS, and crashes, particularly on higher server counts. However, some users note that it runs smoothly on low-spec mobile devices, indicating that optimization may vary across different platforms.
- “Cool game, it can run smoothly on low-spec mobile phones.”
- “With almost 800+ servers, the game seems not optimized yet.”
- “I love the game, including the rewards; it's worth it, but it needs to be optimized because it's kind of laggy.”
- “Straight to the point, I love the game, but the FPS is low, and that's the reason why my game is crashing. I would like to suggest an optimization.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players note that while certain elements of the game offer replayability, such as upgrades, there are limitations due to a 24-hour wait period after reaching a "wall," which can hinder the overall replay experience.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to explore different strategies.”
- “The random events and challenges keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “In Blitz, after hitting a 'wall', you have to wait 24 hours for things to be replayable or upgradable; only some aspects of the game are like that.”
- “The lack of variety in missions makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there isn't much incentive to replay the game since the side quests are repetitive.”