Dark Hero Dash : Idle RPG

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"Dark Hero Dash: Idle RPG" is a 2D pixel art action game featuring stylish combat. Choose from five unique weapons, each with their own skills and abilities, to slay enemies and bosses in this idle RPG. Upgrade your hero, collect gear, and customize your loadout to find your perfect playstyle.

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Play Modes

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

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 214 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

The game is very free-to-play friendly, allowing players to progress without spending money, and offers generous rewards.
The community is supportive and helpful, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
The game features a variety of weapons and skills, providing players with multiple play styles and strategies.

There are significant weapon imbalances, particularly with the claw weapon being overpowered compared to others.
The game suffers from technical issues such as crashes, long boot times, and lag, which can detract from the experience.
Some players feel that the game leans towards pay-to-win mechanics, with certain content locked behind monetary transactions.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and rewarding systems, encouraging daily play and offering helpful community support. Players appreciate the balance between luck and effort, as well as the variety of skills, weapons, and upgrades available. However, some criticisms arise regarding monetization practices and the simplicity of certain gameplay elements, suggesting room for improvement in future updates.
- “It has a nice gameplay and it makes me want to play more every day!”
- “The devs' passion and hard work can be felt in every detail, both graphic and mechanic, so that any gamer can enjoy their time here like us.”
- “Ad remover cost is reasonable, lots of free items every day, removing ads for $3 is worth it in this game. Gameplay is good, offline rewards are great, and the online experience is strategically good. Having different skills, weapons, and upgrades is all excellent.”
- “No way to earn the other 4 rewards outside of paying, which have a huge gameplay impact.”
- “Cash grab with simplistic gameplay.”
- “While the gameplay starting out may get a little confusing at some points, the in-game chat and Discord are pretty helpful in figuring out how to overcome most walls you might hit.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
11%
78%
The monetization in the game features in-game purchases and ad removers, which some players find reasonable and beneficial, especially with the availability of daily free items and rewards. However, there are complaints about broken ads that can crash the game, and some users feel the game leans towards being a cash grab with excessive microtransactions. Overall, while the monetization strategy has its flaws, it is considered better than many other mobile games in the market.
- “There are in-game purchases, but in my experience, it didn't really detract from the game itself.”
- “Mediocre game that really throws a lot of microtransactions in your face.”
- “Cash grab with simplistic gameplay.”
- “Some of the ads you watch just crash the game outright.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The graphics of the game are primarily praised for their charming pixel art style, showcasing the developers' passion and attention to detail. While many players appreciate the overall aesthetic and find it enjoyable, some express a desire for clearer character visibility and improved graphics. Overall, the pixel graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, enhancing both content and community engagement.
- “The developers' passion and hard work can be felt in every detail, both graphic and mechanical, allowing any gamer to enjoy their time here like we do.”
- “Free to play friendly with amazing pixel graphics and a great in-game community.”
- “Good game with good pixel graphics.”
- “It's goddamn pixel graphics.”
- “Only wish the graphics were better and able to view our character clearly.”
- “The pixel art style and design from Faraway Kingdom is the only thing that I love about this.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be quite grindy, with frequent crashes, yet the variety of levels helps maintain engagement during the grinding process.
- “Very grindy.”
- “The game is always crashing, but there are enough levels spaced out to keep you on your toes and grinding.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the story engaging and immersive, contributing to their enjoyment of the game, with many noting that it keeps them captivated for extended periods. The combination of graphics and storyline enhances the overall experience, making it a significant aspect of the game.
- “I'm playing almost 20 hours a day and I didn't get bored. The graphics, storyline, and all the materials that I need are all in the game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is praised for being significantly better than the average mobile game, featuring actual music and good sound effects. Users appreciate the absence of forced ads at the beginning, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the game's audio elements contribute positively to its quality.
- “This game has actual music and good sound effects, which sets it apart from many others.”
- “The music in this game is surprisingly good, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I appreciate that the game features quality sound effects and a great soundtrack.”