Crusaders of the Lost Idols
- October 13, 2015
- Codename Entertainment Inc.
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Crusaders of the Lost Idols is a free-to-play idle game where you collect and level up heroes, organize formations for maximum damage, and defeat monsters for gold and rewards. With over 120 Crusaders, each with unique abilities and gear, master formation strategy in multiple campaigns and events updated regularly. Unlock and upgrade hundreds of content to maximize your hero's potential."
Reviews
- A fun idle clicker with engaging mechanics and strategic depth, allowing for various formations and character placements.
- The artwork and character design are appealing, with a good variety of event-specific content that keeps the game fresh.
- The game is enjoyable as a background activity, providing a rewarding experience for those who appreciate idle games.
- The game can be overly grindy and complex, requiring significant time investment to progress, which may deter casual players.
- Microtransactions are heavily emphasized, creating a pay-to-win environment that can frustrate players who prefer a fair experience.
- Server issues and online-only gameplay can lead to performance problems, particularly for players in regions far from the server.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for lacking depth and content, with some users expressing frustration over the prevalent store mechanics that push expensive in-game purchases. Overall, it seems to fall short of expectations in terms of engaging gameplay experiences.
“However, it does have that same store mechanic like every other game, where they're selling you stuff for hundreds of dollars.”
“A game that barely even has content or gameplay?”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find "Crusaders of the Lost Idols" to be excessively grindy, with a hardcore difficulty that detracts from enjoyment. The lack of an end game leads to endless grinding or opening chests as the primary means of progression, which many reviewers view as tedious.
“Crusaders of the Lost Idols is a clever game that is far too hardcore and far too grindy to really be enjoyable.”
“The difficulty of the game comes from its grindy nature.”
“There is no endgame, and only endless chests or hours of mindless grinding will get you real progress.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its excessive grind, requiring players to accumulate around 100,000 idols to complete the final mission of the first world, which can take over 300 hours of gameplay. This has led to frustration, as players feel the need to leave the game running for extended periods to make progress.
“The story is incredibly engaging, with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
“The character development throughout the narrative is impressive, making you truly care about their journeys.”
“Each mission feels like a significant part of the overarching story, adding depth and meaning to the gameplay.”
“To finish the last mission of the first world, you realistically need about 100,000 idols.”
“That means doing over 300 hours of missions just to be able to win it.”
“The last mission I did, I let it run for four days straight, to reap a stunning 280 idols.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality, with well-designed artwork that gives characters a distinct and fleshed-out appearance, enhancing the overall visual experience compared to similar games like Clicker Heroes.
“The artwork and feel are impressive.”
“The artwork is good; the characters feel distinct and well-developed compared to the heroes from Clicker Heroes.”
“The artwork and feel of the game are disappointing, lacking the detail and polish expected from modern titles.”
“The graphics feel outdated, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“While the gameplay is engaging, the visuals are a letdown, with bland textures and uninspired character designs.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game heavily relies on microtransactions, which have been a point of contention among users. Many feel that these additional purchases impact the overall experience, potentially leading to a pay-to-win scenario.
“Microtransactions are everywhere in this game.”
“The game is riddled with microtransactions.”
“It feels like every feature is locked behind a paywall.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, noting that even when purchasing in-game benefits, glitches in the system can lead to unsatisfactory experiences and a lack of support from the developers.
“Even if you give them real money for an in-game digital benefit that costs them nothing, they'll still give you the short end of the stick if their faulty system glitches.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
“I lost my progress multiple times due to unstable servers, which is incredibly frustrating.”
