Crush Them All - PVP Idle RPG | Game Brain

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Progress even when AFK! Collect heroes & fight in this Idle RPG game with PVP!

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

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

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,982 reviews

gameplay111 positive mentions

monetization340 negative mentions

Great game with a lot of content and variety, keeping players engaged.
F2P friendly, allowing players to progress without spending money.
Active community and responsive customer support enhance the gaming experience.

Recent updates have shifted the game towards a pay-to-win model, frustrating long-time players.
Frequent bugs and crashes disrupt gameplay, leading to loss of progress.
The game has become overly reliant on ads for rewards, which can be annoying.

monetization
402 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
11%
85%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the increasing reliance on ads and microtransactions, particularly after a change in ownership. While some appreciate the optional nature of ads for earning in-game currency, others feel that the game has shifted towards a cash grab model, making progression significantly harder for free-to-play users. Overall, players note that while it is possible to enjoy the game without spending money, the experience can be heavily impacted by the need to watch numerous ads to advance.
- “While it does offer in-game purchases in order to jump ahead, everything is achievable through free-to-play means.”
- “It's got microtransactions; you will of course progress faster if you pay and if you watch the ads, but it really does feel like a choice.”
- “The monetization is powerful but never feels necessary... beyond the $5 for a starter pack or two.”
- “Just be warned that you will spend most of your time watching ads for progression; I'm at 30,000 ads watched.”
- “This game feels like a cash grab now.”
- “The game has become purely driven by in-app purchases.”
gameplay
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
42%
4%
The gameplay of this idle RPG is generally praised for its simplicity, smooth mechanics, and engaging elements that keep players entertained. While many enjoy the balance between free-to-play and pay-to-win aspects, some express concerns about recent changes that have shifted the game towards a more pay-to-win model. Overall, players appreciate the variety of gameplay options, community features like guilds, and the ability to progress without constant spending, making it a fun and addictive experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and addicting; I remember once I told myself I would play for only 5 minutes and ended up playing for 3 hours.”
- “Great idle game with multiple progression mechanics, regularly rotating events, no forced ads, and always something to do.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and satisfying, units aren't too hard to pull, and the premium currency is really easy to get.”
- “Since a while ago, completely pay-to-win, as you can now buy resources that were once only obtainable by loyal daily gameplay.”
- “While this was a unique idler game that had a rewarding free-to-play tuning, the latest developers have destroyed the free-to-play mechanic by slashing the amount of flooz given out in-game, turning the dial heavily toward pay-to-win.”
- “Gameplay is the slowest idle game I think I have ever seen, and I've seen a lot of bad idle games.”
graphics
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
27%
3%
Overall, the game's graphics have received a positive reception, with many players praising the art style, character designs, and smooth animations. While some users noted occasional glitches and a simplistic aesthetic, the majority found the visuals to be enjoyable and well-suited to the gameplay, contributing to an engaging experience. The graphics are often described as cute, colorful, and reminiscent of nostalgic styles, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “The game is very well made and has been a great experience so far, and it also has wonderful graphics.”
- “Very very addictive and great graphics, animations, and rewards!”
- “The art style is fun and is cool to see when your character's weapon evolves and changes.”
- “The screen glitches out and shows misplaced graphics often.”
- “The game has more graphic glitches.”
- “Enjoyable and nostalgic 16-bit reminiscent graphics.”
grinding
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which can be both rewarding and tedious. While some players appreciate the balance of grinding and gameplay, others find it repetitive and slow-paced, especially at higher levels. Overall, the grinding aspect is a central theme, with mixed feelings about its impact on enjoyment and progression, particularly in relation to microtransactions.
- “Be prepared to spend forever grinding if you don't want to pay for microtransactions.”
- “After more than a year of grinding we almost had the team we wanted but anyone can come in and drop $100 and get everything we worked for and more in the first day of playing.”
- “It's a grindy idle game that involves getting ridiculously high numbers and hoping on random chance (or money) to get better heroes to progress further faster.”
story
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
66%
5%
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more narrative content and character backstories. While the gameplay offers a variety of missions and events, the overarching plot feels repetitive and often pointless, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction among players who seek a richer narrative experience. Overall, the game excels in mechanics and engagement but falls short in delivering a compelling story.
- “With a diverse range of characters and so many different events, quests exploring, and then the main game which continues to play when you don't have the time!”
- “Great game, draws you in with story and fun leveling and ascending perks.”
- “Awesome, fun, and good storyline.”
- “While playing after a week or so, I realized that the main story is legitimately pointless.”
- “Absolutely no storyline.”
- “Can somebody please tell me why it's called an RPG? There's a hint of a plot in the beginning of the game, but after that, there's nothing.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
4%
79%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches, screen freezes, and graphical issues that detract from the overall experience. While some players have encountered minimal bugs and praise the game's fun elements, the recurring technical problems have led to frustration and requests for fixes. Overall, the game shows potential but suffers from significant stability issues that need addressing.
- “This is a great game; it has microtransactions, but they are optional. This is not a pay-to-win game. It's fun, has the cutest heroes, and constant updates and support. Also, the customer service is incredible; they always reply quickly and promptly. To be honest, it's bug-free!”
- “Not very buggy or anything; it keeps me hooked.”
- “The way it plays is awesome, and there are no glitches or bugs that I've seen. I highly recommend playing if you enjoy good games!”
- “The screen glitches out and shows misplaced graphics often.”
- “I put money into the game, really enjoy it overall, but it's so damn buggy.”
- “It lags and freezes.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its charm and find it enjoyable, others criticize the limited variety, repetitive nature, and issues with it overriding personal music. Many users express a desire for a more diverse soundtrack and better integration with their own music preferences. Overall, the music contributes positively to the gameplay experience but leaves room for improvement.
- “Great music, cute characters.”
- “Love the gameplay and idle mechanics and the music, all of it!”
- “I love the music and the huge selection of characters you can unlock.”
- “My only complaint is the music.”
- “I'd give it 5 stars if it had better music and more than one song playing through the whole game.”
- “No stars at all if it would let me... the dang thing stops my music and it is just a mess...”
character development
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and creative character designs, which many players find appealing and enjoyable. However, there is a notable divide in opinions, as some long-time players express disappointment over recent changes that they feel have diminished the quality and detail of the designs. Overall, while the character designs are praised for their uniqueness and richness, there are concerns about their recent decline.
- “Great idle game, it has a real rich character development aspect and quite a few game modes that are all well made.”
- “The creative character designs are a huge plus.”
- “Gotta say a fantastic game, and I enjoy the character design.”
- “I used to play this game a long time ago and I just got it again, and the character designs have gone to hell. They're so ugly; they used to have so much detail and now it's just trash. I am truly disappointed and sad that they completely changed the character designs.”
- “The character designs have gone to hell. They're so ugly; they used to have so much detail and now it's just trash. I am truly disappointed and sad that they completely changed the character designs.”
- “It would have been 0, but the game is really smooth and I love the character designs.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the humor in the game, noting the amusing design of monsters and bosses, as well as the entertaining storyline. Many reviews emphasize that the game's lightheartedness adds to its appeal, making it a fun and engaging experience. Overall, the humor is a significant factor in the game's enjoyment and charm.
- “I like how there are funny looking monsters and bosses.”
- “Love the funny story so far!”
- “It's a funny game.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and user-friendly systems, allowing for both online and offline play. Players appreciate the effective synchronization across different regions and commend the customer service for addressing issues promptly. However, some users have reported occasional login problems related to internet connectivity, which can disrupt gameplay.
- “Though the use of permanent artifacts and orbs, the game can be optimized for on or offline play, or a balance that suits the player.”
- “The game runs smoothly for all of us and keeps us in sync from around the world.”
- “Great idle game keeps you plenty busy when paying attention and runs smoothly when not looking.”
- “Though the use of permanent artifacts and orbs, the game can be optimized for online or offline play, or a balance that suits the player.”
- “Performance plays a big role.”
- “It doesn’t hinder my performance or distract me.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players describe the emotional aspect of the game as a significant journey marked by ups and downs, particularly regarding the balance between free-to-play and pay-to-win elements. Despite these fluctuations, the sense of progress and the supportive, wholesome community contribute to a heartwarming experience, making the game enjoyable and engaging. Overall, the emotional connection is strengthened by the game's events, consistent gameplay, and the camaraderie among players.
- “There's always a sense of progress and so far the community has been wholesome, helpful, and kind.”
- “Cta has one of the best heartwarming communities out there. If you download this game, I highly recommend going to the official CTA Discord (you can access it in settings in-game). The game is about growing and developing the best team.”
- “The competition between players is very wholesome but incredibly daunting.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with many players noting its high value and ongoing updates that enhance the experience. While some feel that recent additions haven't significantly boosted replay value, the majority agree that the game offers ample opportunities for repeated play.
- “The replay value of this game is unrivaled, and the updates ensure that it's a game that keeps giving.”
- “This is a fun game with tons of replay value.”
- “They did add a few heroes, but nothing that increases the replay value for me.”
- “The replay value of this game is unrivaled and the updates make sure that it's a game that keeps giving.”
- “Crush Them All is worthy, in my opinion, of a replayability mention.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its laid-back and relaxing quality, making it an ideal choice for players looking to unwind and enjoy a casual gaming experience.
- “This is a great game if you need to waste a few minutes in a laid-back idle gaming atmosphere.”
- “Great atmosphere!”
- “The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to engage the player.”
- “The overall ambiance is forgettable, making it hard to stay invested in the game.”