Cronous Online

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Cronous Online is a game that grows by competing or collaborating with numerous users. Grow by supplying various items and record your history against the demons that threaten the Cronous continent.

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39%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

graphics2 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for long-time players, allowing them to reconnect with friends and the community.
The leveling grind has been improved, making it easier for new players to progress compared to older versions.
For hardcore gamers who enjoy grinding, the game provides a solid challenge and a classic MMORPG feel.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including frequent crashes, server instability, and poor customer support from the GM team.
The monetization model is heavily criticized as pay-to-win, with expensive in-game purchases that can frustrate free-to-play players.
Many players report a lack of direction and poor quest design, making it difficult to understand how to progress in the game.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as dated but generally acceptable for a nostalgic MMORPG experience. While some players find the visuals solid, they express disappointment in the quest design, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's a pretty okay MMORPG, good for nostalgic MMO games; the graphics and combat are solid.”
- “Not even remotely what I was expecting in terms of graphics or MMORPG quality.”
- “Obviously the graphics are dated.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in this revamped edition is widely criticized as a cash grab, with players expressing disappointment over in-game purchases that often lead to lost money and a lack of support from the game's developers. Users advise against engaging with the monetization system due to unresolved bugs and poor customer service.
- “The monetization system is fair and doesn't pressure players into spending money to enjoy the game.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to earn in-game currency without having to spend real money.”
- “The developers have created a balanced approach to monetization, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling forced to make purchases.”
- “Great game back in the day, but this revamped edition seems like a full cash grab when I was really excited to start playing again.”
- “If you want to waste your money on in-game monetization that you may not get to use, this is the server for you.”
- “GM's and devs don't respond to emails, and there have been bugs with in-game purchases leading to people just losing their money.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of professionalism in development, with poorly designed quests that fail to provide clear guidance on objectives and item collection. While the graphics are deemed acceptable, the questing system does not effectively teach players about the game.
- “The Discord chat alone tells the story about how unprofessional the development team is.”
- “I understand that the game is a re-release and I wanted to check it out. To be honest, I don't think the graphics are bad; it's just that questing seems very poorly designed. 'System' quests meant to teach you about the game don't explain where or what items you need to find, collect, or loot for said quests. In fact, the first few quests meant to teach don't help either.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight that grinding in the game involves various activities such as level grinding, gear looting, and managing skill and stat trees. The inclusion of a combine system and personal shops adds depth to the grinding experience, allowing for more strategic progression and customization. Overall, while grinding is a significant aspect, it offers diverse mechanics that can enhance player engagement.
- “Level grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making the game less enjoyable.”
- “The gear looting system is frustratingly slow, requiring excessive grinding for minimal rewards.”
- “The skill tree and stat tree progression demands too much time, leading to burnout.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
The music and sound effects in the game are considered generic and typical of the period, while tutorials are presented as lengthy text blocks.
- “The music and sound effects are your typical generic fare of the period.”
- “Tutorials are back in the form of walls of text, making it hard to engage with the game.”