CivCrafter

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CivCrafter is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Naquatic and was released on April 2, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

In CivCrafter, players use a single finger to gather resources, build an army, and battle for world supremacy, creating an entire civilization from scratch. With the option to rule as a benevolent figure or a vicious tyrant, this addictive mobile game allows users to join over 100 million gamers worldwide in the quest for power and dominance. With its engaging gameplay and immersive world-building, CivCrafter offers a unique and captivating experience for strategy and simulation lovers alike.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,015 reviews

gameplay47 positive mentions

monetization215 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good mix of strategy and resource management.
Great graphics and a charming aesthetic make the gameplay enjoyable.
The game offers a lot of depth and keeps players engaged with various mechanics.

Progress is lost if the app is closed, which can be frustrating for players.
The game has excessive wait times for upgrades and building, making it feel slow-paced.
Frequent ads interrupt gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience.

monetization
229 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of forced ads that disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the option to remove ads through in-app purchases, others feel that the ads are excessive and detract from the overall experience. A common suggestion is to implement a system where players can choose to watch ads for in-game rewards, rather than having them forced upon them.
- “I honestly don't have any complaints other than the in-app purchases being too easy to activate (I'm a bit clumsy and would hate to accidentally push a button I don't want to). Other than that, this is practically a perfect game!”
- “Hella addictive and fair with in-game purchases.”
- “Very playable, idle-ish game; in-app purchases aren't in your face constantly.”
- “Made unplayable by forcing ads down your throat.”
- “This game gets in its own way too much with its microtransactions and advertisements.”
- “Come on guys, I understand the need for ads to pay for the game being free to play, but forcing me to watch an ad before even being able to play is ridiculous.”
gameplay
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
44%
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The gameplay of the game is generally described as simple and enjoyable, with mechanics that are easy to learn but can become repetitive and grindy over time. While many players appreciate the unique mechanics and engaging aspects, there are significant concerns about intrusive ads and paywalls that disrupt the flow of gameplay. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun and frustration, with potential for improvement in balancing monetization with player experience.
- “Gameplay is pretty grindy, but also very laid-back and enjoyable.”
- “Great graphics, cool ideas, simple but challenging gameplay; overall, a well-put-together work of art for mobile gamers!”
- “I love the gameplay, and the graphics are great, although it is just a pixel game.”
- “It's a tapping game with game mechanics that aren't deep at all.”
- “Pointless grind with holes in the gameplay all over.... put in the 1000s of taps for a tower get told error and be reset to 0 occasionally .... get a trader pop up with -220k stone for +4 leather when it doesn't offer you a pointless cash purchase {on a page full of cash purchase options it's not needed}.... the help says press 'train' button to get wolfdogs... such button doesn't exist .... this game is an awful cash-grabbing bag of trash 1* is too much the devs need euthanizing.”
- “It's clearly deliberate to get people to pay but it hurts the gameplay.”
graphics
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the charming pixel art and retro aesthetic that complements the gameplay. While some users express satisfaction with the visuals, others suggest that improvements could enhance the experience. Despite the varying opinions, the graphics are generally considered good for a mobile game, contributing positively to its overall appeal.
- “The graphics are pleasing, the music is charming, it all works well together.”
- “Great graphics, responsive UI.”
- “Good graphics, cool ideas, simple but challenging gameplay; overall, a well-put-together work of art for mobile gamers!”
- “I know I have a cheap phone, but I've played games that were more complex, both graphically and gameplay-wise, that didn't have this problem.”
- “The only thing that bothers me is the graphics.”
- “The graphics could have a slight tune-up, but that's it.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
95%
The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which some players find tedious and time-consuming, particularly in the early stages. While a few appreciate the laid-back nature of the gameplay and the balance of grinding, many express frustration over repetitive tasks and limited progression options. Overall, the grinding aspect is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying it while others feel it detracts from the overall experience.
- “Not tedious at all.”
- “The grinding feels rewarding and keeps me engaged.”
- “I love how the grind leads to meaningful progress in the game.”
- “I don't like how grindy this game is right from the start. I hate that I'm already waiting 2 hours for something to finish after playing the game for 30 minutes.”
- “I feel you should be able to either hold down on the tower or choose how much you want to donate for it; otherwise, it's so tedious to press once for 0.01% of a single floor over and over again. I was tapping for almost three hours over the past week and a half and only got to floor two for my tower, yet I'm constantly maxed out with stone, so it's just so tedious to do.”
- “Grinding... about sums it up. I thought there'd be more to it, but if you like utter repetition, this is for you.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and emotional impact, with some players noting it can evoke strong feelings. However, there are complaints about the lack of variety in the soundtrack and the inability to adjust music and sound settings independently. Overall, while the soundtrack is well-received, players desire more options and improvements in audio controls.
- “The in-game music about brought tears to my eyes.”
- “Great soundtrack, nice pacing, clean UI.”
- “Super fun and it has a nice art design with a cool soundtrack.”
- “Royalty-free music that I've heard in many other places, random ad popups, but otherwise an okay game.”
- “Is it just me or is it when I started the game I hear the soundtrack of Bowmaster 1 and 2?”
- “I really like the sounds but there's this one song I'm not a huge fan of.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is primarily driven by player engagement through missions, upgrades, and quests, which players find enjoyable and immersive. However, some users express a desire for more structured quests and clearer guidance on completing them, as well as additional content like events and trade markets to enhance the narrative experience. Overall, while the story is appreciated for its depth and potential, players seek improvements to make it more dynamic and rewarding.
- “IGN 10/10 highly addictive, amazing story and intense graphics, totally next gen.”
- “There is a lot to do and I love the quest part.”
- “The game is a bit slow and there's no events or quest line.”
- “I can't believe I pressed the same button over 10,000 times - I built a story of a tower all by myself.”
- “You only add +1 per tap which is -100 stone but it takes 10,000 taps to do 1 story.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its simplicity and effectiveness, making it an enjoyable and entertaining experience for players looking to have a good time.
- “It's simple and funny.”
- “Very funny!”
- “A funny game to spend time with.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report smooth performance and minimal glitches, others experience significant bugs that affect gameplay. Despite these issues, many find the game enjoyable and recommend it for its addicting nature.
- “Just started, but this is a nice game with a dash of depth. It runs great on my budget phone.”
- “Too many bugs; no real-time flaw. I'm a tester, and the game has many glitches.”
- “Couple of glitches, but the gameplay is highly addicting.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for causing overheating and excessive battery drain, particularly given its simple 2D design. Users report that it performs poorly, suggesting that it may be poorly optimized or running unnecessary background processes.
- “I don't know if the game is just poorly optimized or if it's doing something in the background, but it causes my phone to start overheating after just a few minutes of playing.”
- “For a simple 2D game, it's horribly optimized and drains the battery like a 3D game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for more emotional connection within the game by suggesting that accessing clan information, such as founding date, number of members, and clan motto, could enhance the sense of community and belonging among players.