CLICKPOCALYPSE II
An incremental game disguised an idle RPG.
Reviews
- The game offers a satisfying blend of idle mechanics and RPG elements, allowing players to enjoy progress without constant interaction.
- The graphics and music evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of old-school dungeon crawlers, enhancing the overall experience.
- The ad system is ethical, providing optional boosts without forcing players to watch ads, making it a refreshing change from many mobile games.
- There is minimal player interaction, leading to a sense of detachment as the game often plays itself with little engagement required.
- Some players experience bugs, such as the game freezing or losing progress, which can detract from the enjoyment.
- The interface can be too small on certain devices, making it difficult to navigate and read text, which can hinder the overall experience.
- monetization114 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its ethical approach, featuring completely optional ads that provide gameplay bonuses without being intrusive or mandatory. Players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, noting that the game remains enjoyable and playable without watching ads, although some express a desire for a paid option to permanently unlock bonuses. Overall, the ads are seen as a supportive feature rather than a hindrance, allowing players to choose when to engage with them for rewards.
“Excellent gameplay, unintrusive monetization, pristine visuals.”
“No microtransactions, respects your time, lots of variety...this is a good one for fans of clickers.”
“Best idle game, no cash grabbing or hidden ads, very funny and easy to play.”
“I love the game so far and it seems playable without ads, but frankly I'd rather pay 10-20 bucks to support the dev to unlock bonuses permanently than watch ads.”
“Unfortunately the ads, which is how to get buffs, usually don't work.”
“The only problem I've come across is not being able to load the ads for rewards.”
- music57 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and charming qualities, with many players appreciating the retro 8-bit soundtrack that complements the old-school dungeon crawler aesthetic. While some users express a desire for more variety or longer tracks, the overall sentiment is that the music enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable and relaxing. However, a few critiques mention the music can become repetitive over time, highlighting a need for more diverse soundscapes.
“The graphics are simple and elegant, the soundtrack is awesome.”
“Amazing how a free phone game with creative commons graphics and music somehow manages to have more charm than a lot of big studio productions.”
“Love the theme, the music, the everything.”
“Fun, until you run out of new classes to watch rampage the same floors and the midi music becomes an all too familiar cycle.”
“As a side note, people have complained about the music being somewhat generic.”
“My only qualm is that there is no music; an 8-bit song would make this game and then change the music for boss fights.”
- graphics47 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming retro aesthetic, reminiscent of old-school dungeon crawlers and 8-bit visuals, which many players find nostalgic and engaging. While some reviews note the simplicity and low quality of the graphics, they often highlight how this style complements the gameplay and overall experience, creating a cozy and enjoyable atmosphere. Despite calls for improvements, the pixel art and clean UI are generally well-received, contributing to the game's appeal.
“The graphics are simple and elegant, the soundtrack is awesome.”
“Amazing how a free phone game with creative commons graphics and music somehow manages to have more charm than a lot of big studio productions.”
“Pixel art aesthetics are on point!”
“You just sit and watch the shoddy 8-bit graphics.”
“Graphics outdated and hard to figure.”
“Terrible graphics.”
- gameplay43 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of simplicity and casual engagement, appealing to fans of old-school RPGs and idle mechanics. While many players appreciate the creative unlockable character classes and the minimalistic, addictive nature of the game, some criticize its lack of depth, strategic choices, and meaningful engagement. Overall, it offers a relaxed experience with intuitive mechanics, though it may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay.
“The variety of unlockable character classes through each new gameplay is great and the classes are very creative.”
“Great game, the gameplay is good and really fun to play over and over.”
“Excellent gameplay, unintrusive monetization, pristine visuals.”
“Lacks depth and mechanics that other incremental games have.”
“There's no engagement to the gameplay, highly limited selection of choices and non-existent strategy.”
“Absolutely awful with almost no actual gameplay at all.”
- grinding14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its engaging grinding mechanics, particularly appealing to fans of idle games and those who enjoy repetitive tasks for loot and upgrades. Players appreciate the satisfaction of building strong characters and completing achievements, although some desire additional endgame content to enhance the sense of purpose in their grinding efforts. Overall, it is recommended for anyone who enjoys a good grinding experience.
“The one thing I'd like to see in the game would be an endgame point dump, like an upgrade that provides a very small stat boost but can be purchased an infinite number of times, so it feels like my grinding has some purpose.”
“If you want to have an aquarium that is filled with hack and slash adventurers grinding monsters for loot ad infinitum until every upgrade and achievement are completed, this game fits your wish.”
“Non-stop grinding!”
- replayability14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers a mixed experience in terms of replayability. While some players appreciate the depth, variety of classes, and long-term goals that enhance replay value, others feel that certain restrictions limit the overall enjoyment and replay potential. However, many agree that it remains an engaging idle game with sufficient replayability to keep players coming back.
“Honestly, hands down one of the best idle games I've played. It has a load of depth, replayability, and is easy to understand.”
“Wonderful, simple, great replay value with many long-term goals.”
“Addictive, simple, and fun with lots of replayability.”
“I understand they wanted to give replay value by making some classes accessible after a playthrough, but it just seems like they are restricting the whole point of this game for its own sake.”
“Not much replay value, which isn't amazing for an idle game.”
“Having control over each class's abilities in a more direct fashion, as an option, would extend replayability and add a larger level of strategy.”
- humor9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its wit and clever dialogue, making it an enjoyable experience for players. Many appreciate the combination of RPG elements with a clicker format, along with humorous developer commentary and entertaining unlockable classes. However, some critiques mention that relying on edgy humor can feel lazy and detracts from the overall comedic quality.
“The texts and dialog are hilarious.”
“Absolutely witty, funny, and just a great idea of a clicker game being an RPG game as well.”
“Great touch-and-go game with humorously dry developer commentary.”
“Substituting offensive for edgy is lazy and not funny.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being lackluster and generic, with players expressing disappointment over the absence of a compelling narrative and meaningful quests. Many feel that the idle gameplay diminishes engagement, as the limited plot and lack of player control detract from the RPG experience. Overall, users desire a richer backstory and more exciting elements to enhance the game's storytelling.
“Every element of a great RPG without a generic story.”
“The only letdown would be the lack of some sort of story and lack of control over where your team goes.”
“I guess I just don't get the point of an RPG with no story, and where you don't control the fighting.”
“It's a very easy game with some nice challenges; I just wish there was a bit more backstory.”
- stability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting a smooth experience and no bugs, while others describe it as a "buggy mess" with occasional glitches. Overall, it seems that while the game can run well and is enjoyable, there are significant stability issues that detract from the experience for some players.
“It runs great, it's fun to watch the numbers go up, and it idles so well that I want it playing in the background of everything I do!”
“A pretty buggy mess so far, but I'll keep playing.”
“And then the game glitches.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly with peak performance across both vertical and horizontal interfaces. Users also appreciate the added humor, enhancing the overall experience.
“The game is cute and everything runs smoothly.”
“Peak performance.”
“Bonus points for the vertical and horizontal interface, nice humor, and good performance.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting it as a standout feature that significantly enhances the overall experience.
“Such a good atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find character development engaging and enjoyable, even when it doesn't involve traditional gameplay elements like adventuring.
“The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
“I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any interesting ways.”
“The choices I made didn't seem to impact the character's growth, making the development feel pointless.”