Dawn of the Dragons: Ascension

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Dawn of the Dragons: Ascension will call on players to embark on a dangerous and thrilling journey, join up with powerful allies, and ultimately slay the countless foes that will stand in their way. The dragon’s decimated armies are rising once again, and their draconic masters are elevating themselves to godhood. The great Dragon War has returned to the land of Tor’gyyl and none will be spared it…

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features relaxing and easy gameplay, allowing players to log in, play, and log out without major bugs.
It has a decent combat system with strategic elements, making it enjoyable for fans of turn-based RPGs.
The graphics and music are atmospheric, contributing to an overall pleasant gaming experience.

Game servers are frequently down, leading to loading issues and crashes that hinder gameplay.
There is a significant lack of content and frequent bugs, making the game feel unfinished and frustrating.
The game has been criticized for its heavy reliance on microtransactions and perceived greed from the developers.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The story in Dod:a builds on the established lore of the series, offering a familiar high fantasy tone, though it starts off bland and may feel limited due to the current content. While it engages fans of the originals, some players feel disconnected from the main narrative, perceiving themselves more as a side character rather than a central figure in the unfolding plot. Overall, it provides a decent experience for those curious about the story's direction, despite its initial shortcomings.
- “Dod:a tells a story that builds on the lore in the other games, and while it doesn't drop walls of words on you (which is sort of a shame, because those walls of words were really well-written), it has the same sort of style and tone.”
- “But if you enjoyed the originals and you're curious where the story is headed, or if you just really like high fantasy, it's free and it's decent and so far I've been happy I gave it a try.”
- “Clicked myself through the quests for 2 hours.”
- “The plot starts off really bland and starts to get better (if you're already familiar with the lore of the series), but again there are basically only two zones right now, so you'll hit a missing content wall as soon as you're done with that.”
- “Another thing that really bothers me is that I don't feel like I'm actually playing the main character in the story.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay is described as relaxing and straightforward, suitable for an idle game format, though some players feel it lacks depth and polish due to being unfinished. While the battle mechanics show promise, the overall experience is hampered by high premium purchase costs. Despite these issues, the visuals and music contribute positively to the gameplay atmosphere.
- “Relaxing and easy gameplay: log in, play your energy, log out.”
- “I really love the battle and game mechanics; it has a lot of potential.”
- “The graphics are nice, the music is atmospheric, and I enjoy the gameplay.”
- “I really love the battle and game mechanics; it has a lot of potential, but it's wasted potential when the game is unfinished.”
- “In any case, this is still an idle game, so don't expect full JRPG levels of depth from its game mechanics.”
- “While it doesn't interfere with gameplay, the amount of cash this game is asking for premium purchases is excessive.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as reasonable due to its lack of advertisements and free access; however, there are concerns that the publisher may be relying on microtransactions to generate revenue before potentially discontinuing support for the game.
- “The game is free to play and incredibly fun, with no advertisements interrupting the experience.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “The in-game purchases are optional and don't affect gameplay, making it enjoyable for everyone.”
- “I think it's reasonable to assume this is an unsupported game and that the publisher is letting it run in hopes of suckering a few more people into microtransactions before pulling the plug.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it seems designed to pressure players into spending money rather than enhancing the gameplay experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great being held back by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player satisfaction.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in Dod:a is praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers note that it reflects a higher production value compared to previous titles, contributing positively to the game's immersive environment.
- “Dod:a seems to have a better art budget than its predecessors, the music is good, and the game does a better job explaining how it works.”
- “The graphics are nice, the music is atmospheric, and I enjoy the gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that while the grinding can feel tedious initially, it eventually leads to a more engaging experience as the game progresses.
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself spending hours on repetitive tasks just to progress, which became frustrating.”
- “The amount of grinding required to level up is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express excitement for the game but hope for better optimization, indicating a desire for smooth performance similar to other titles.
- “I got absolutely stoked when I saw this coming up and was hoping for a similar game that actually runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs seamlessly even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the gameplay experience fluid and enjoyable.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While players appreciate the improved graphics in "Ascension" compared to "Dawn of the Dragons," some still prefer the overall experience of the older game despite its inferior visuals.
- “I enjoyed playing the old Dawn of the Dragons more than this, even if Ascension has a better combat system and better graphics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and the environments look bland and uninspired.”