Darkest AFK: role-playing game

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"Darkest AFK - RPG offline game" is a turn-based Role Playing Game that offers an engaging plot, solid game mechanics, and stunning graphics. The game includes an epic PvP arena, legendary fights, and quests, with the added bonus of being playable offline. The game features a good soundtrack and contains a significant amount of grinding. Perfect for those looking for a challenging and immersive RPG experience on the go.

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Play Modes

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

Darkest AFK: role-playing game screenshot

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,953 reviews

graphics171 positive mentions

monetization74 negative mentions

The game features a unique art style reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, which many players find appealing.
Gameplay is engaging and allows for a good balance of idle mechanics and active participation.
The game is free to play with minimal ads, providing a generous experience for players without forcing them to spend money.

Progression can become slow and grindy, especially after reaching certain chapters, leading to frustration among players.
Some players report issues with account recovery and being banned for no apparent reason, causing dissatisfaction.
The game has been criticized for its monetization strategy, with many items and upgrades being perceived as overpriced.

graphics
263 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
33%
2%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their unique and visually appealing art style, heavily inspired by "Darkest Dungeon." Players appreciate the smooth animations, character designs, and overall aesthetic, which contribute to an engaging gameplay experience. While some critiques mention a lack of originality and repetitive gameplay, the art style remains a standout feature that enhances the game's charm.
- “The art style is fantastic, and the gameplay is pretty fluid.”
- “I love the graphics; it looks so smooth, and the gameplay, music, and art style are brilliant.”
- “Beautiful art style, great animations, and wonderful character design.”
- “Same copy/paste 'game' with different art style.”
- “It's a meh over monetized generic auto battler, sucking on the art style of Darkest Dungeon.”
- “I'm sorry to the makers but this game sucks, the graphics suck and on top of that you charge people way too much in the item store.”
monetization
141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
9%
52%
Overall, the monetization strategy of the game is well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and forced microtransactions. While some users express concerns about the potential for pay-to-win mechanics and high prices for in-app purchases, the majority highlight the option to watch ads voluntarily for bonuses as a positive feature. The game is generally seen as a refreshing change in the mobile gaming landscape, offering enjoyable gameplay without overwhelming players with ads or paywalls.
- “No ads from the start, addicting but simple gameplay whether you're in the mood to 'play' or 'watch' your battles, constant upgrades, tons of free gems (no pay to play), and a brilliant art style with animations for every character and skill.”
- “Solid game with very few microtransactions that I've come across, and they've all been voluntary and not coercive at all.”
- “The rewards are generous and the monetization doesn't feel predatory like some games (immortal anyone?).”
- “Same predatory mobile monetization as always.”
- “You progress in the story much faster than you can progress your characters, leading to numerous days of nothing to do unless you spend hundreds of dollars on microtransactions.”
- “Looks like Darkest Dungeon but is a terrible greedy scam game - impossible to play without paying and watching thousands of ads.”
gameplay
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
41%
3%
The gameplay is generally described as simple yet addictive, with many players appreciating its straightforward mechanics and engaging art style. While some reviews note a lack of depth and repetitive elements, others highlight the variety of characters and enjoyable progression system, making it a solid choice for casual play. Overall, the game successfully combines fun mechanics with appealing visuals, though some players desire more complexity and innovation.
- “Gameplay loop is simple, yet addictive.”
- “Fun, exciting and has diverse mechanics to keep you immersed.”
- “The gameplay is fun and the art style simplistic but visually pleasing.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; the art style isn't impressive, but something about it is keeping me interested for now...”
- “Misleading ads, but also the game itself is quite boring and linear; there is no customization since the game's mechanics are spoon-fed and already determined.”
- “Haven't had any technical issues, but gameplay is kind of weak and repetitive.”
story
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
46%
3%
The game's story is generally considered engaging, with unique characters that have their own backstories, making team-building enjoyable. While some players find the main storyline to be somewhat basic or lacking depth, many appreciate the art style and the variety of quests available. However, there are concerns about progression being hindered by microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Characters are interesting, each unique with their own backstory and skills, which in turn makes building your team fun.”
- “The art style is great, and there's enough depth to allow you to genuinely get invested in the story.”
- “I really like the storyline; it's honestly the first idle game I've ever played that I actually enjoy.”
- “Only real drawback to this game as far as I can tell is the story isn't worth investing in too much.”
- “If you've come for Darkest Dungeon on mobile, you've come to the wrong place. This game gets just about every aspect of Darkest Dungeon wrong, from the fact that death has no consequences other than time, to the lack of a story whatsoever aside from small 5-blurb back-and-forths between characters, no voice acting, no animation, just text.”
- “The game needs a bit more of a storyline to it.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is generally viewed as both enjoyable and tedious, with players acknowledging that while it can be repetitive, it also offers good rewards and is easy to engage with. Some users appreciate the balance between free-to-play accessibility and the potential for in-app purchases, though others express frustration with the grind becoming boring or feeling unproductive. Overall, the game is described as fun and interactive, despite its grindy nature.
- “You could go really far with decent grinding as a free-to-play player, but it does get a little repetitive at the end of the day.”
- “Unfortunately, it got me bored in less than a few hours of grinding.”
- “Great art style, boring game design; honestly feels like a tedious, edgy dollar-bin version of AFK Arena.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
32%
16%
Overall, the music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its fit with the game's theme and quality, many express a desire for more variety and longer tracks, citing repetitiveness as a drawback. The graphics and art style are often praised alongside the music, but concerns about the limited music selection and its looping nature are common. Additionally, some users are uncomfortable with the game's request for access to their personal music files.
- “Absolutely love this game! It's quirky, smooth, the graphics and music are lovely, and each character is different. There's a lot of detail gone into this.”
- “The aesthetic is right up my alley and the music is great as well.”
- “Art style and music are top notch.”
- “The only recommendation that I have is to please add more music to the game.”
- “Another microtransaction trap disguised as a 'game' aimed at children, with infuriatingly horrible background music that replays constantly.”
- “Only annoying thing so far is the music loop is like 4 seconds long.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its engaging storylines, unique backstories, and special abilities for each character, contributing to a smooth progression. However, some users note that while the character designs and art style are impressive, the game may feel similar to others in the genre. There are also criticisms regarding the originality of the character designs, with allegations of asset theft.
- “It's got a pretty cool storyline throughout the game, and the graphics and character designs are awesome. I really love that they all have their own special backstories and special abilities.”
- “Easy to get the hang of, with smooth progression of story and character development.”
- “Beautiful art style, great animations, and wonderful character design.”
- “Will make purchase when I can for sure :) Game looks decently designed within character development, but it's still one of many games in a row that looks quite similar... let's see what the game gives us.”
- “Not only did they steal assets and character design, they did it shamelessly.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its retro design and dark aesthetic, effectively capturing a unique tone that resonates with players. The art style enhances this ambiance, contributing to an immersive experience that complements the gameplay and character interactions. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, despite some concerns regarding monetization.
- “I really love the retro design of the game, giving it a special atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is well done and captures the tone very well.”
- “Awesome dark atmosphere, awesome art!”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while players appreciate the art style and gameplay, they report occasional freezing and shutdowns, particularly when attempting to purchase items. Minor glitches exist, and the login system is notably problematic, but no major bugs have been identified.
- “I especially like the characters; however, it's not much different from any other AFK game. No glitches or bugs found in sight yet.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any noticeable issues, making for a stable gaming experience.”
- “I've played for hours without encountering any crashes or bugs, which is a huge plus for stability.”
- “I put it as 4 stars because every now and then it freezes and stops playing, but give it like 10 seconds and it's fine.”
- “It's a fun game, but it's buggy; if I try to buy store packs, the game shuts down.”
- “The login system is very buggy; apart from that, the game is good.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, making it an effective and entertaining time-killer. Many users express that the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to their overall enjoyment.
- “Just about died laughing.”
- “Funny and easy game :)”
- “Simple and funny time killer.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be deeply emotional and engaging, particularly appreciating its dark narrative elements. Despite some minor technical issues, the overall experience is enhanced by the developers' wholesome approach, contributing to a strong emotional connection with the game.
- “I like your darkest saga; it's interesting and emotional.”
- “But the devs are wholesome as heck.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization is generally praised for its smooth performance and appealing art style, indicating a well-executed design. However, some users criticize it for being unoptimized in certain areas, comparing it unfavorably to similar titles like AFK Arena, and highlighting issues related to gameplay and monetization practices.
- “I love the art style, and I can tell a lot of passion was put into each part. It runs smoothly as well.”
- “It's literally a copy of AFK Arena but worse, with predatory microtransactions, stale gameplay, and unoptimized elements.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players praise the game for its engaging art style and enjoyable gameplay, highlighting its strong replayability as a key feature that enhances the overall experience.
- “I love the art style, the brilliant replayability, and the fun gameplay in general.”
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”