Destiny Child
- December 7, 2018
- SHIFT UP Corporation
- 13h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Destiny Child" is a mobile game featuring attractive Live 2D characters with compelling stories. As a master, players collect and enhance these "Childs" to battle opponents, using strategic skills and attacks. The game offers various contents including Devil Rumble, Underground, event dungeons, and adventures, with full voiceovers from famous voice actors.
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Reviews
- The game features stunning 2D motion art and beautiful character designs.
- It is extremely F2P friendly, providing ample resources and opportunities to earn premium currency without spending money.
- The gameplay is engaging with a mix of auto-battle and strategic elements, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and lag, especially during certain menus and events.
- The pricing for in-game purchases is considered too high, making it difficult for players to justify spending money.
- The storyline can feel repetitive and the main character is often seen as annoying, which detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics2,480 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising the stunning artwork, vibrant colors, and smooth animations. The 2D live-action style and character designs are particularly highlighted, often compared to high-quality anime aesthetics. While some players noted issues with gameplay mechanics, the overall visual presentation remains a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
“The graphics are great, clean, clear, and very colorful.”
“The graphics are A+ and all the characters you want to see have great movements.”
“The graphics are beautiful, and the overall UI design is amazing and easy to navigate.”
“The artwork for a lot of characters is terrible; the artist isn't so good with body proportions.”
“The only reason I stopped playing for some time was because it made my phone (which is admittedly an older model) heat up a lot, which I assume has to do with running the graphical quality of the game.”
“While this game has frankly impeccable art and graphics in my opinion, the actual gameplay is pretty underwhelming and doesn't seem to be very engaging.”
- story1,521 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it entertaining and engaging, often comparing it to anime narratives. While some appreciate the humor and character depth, others criticize it for being cliché or lacking originality. Overall, the story is seen as a significant draw for the game, complemented by impressive graphics and voice acting, though some players wish for more content and faster updates.
“I really am having a great time with this game, the story is very fun and has more dimension than I expected!”
“Amazing graphics and the story is entertaining, intriguing, funny and at times I was moved by the depth of the narration and the individual stories of its characters.”
“The story is surprisingly good, wasn't expecting that to be honest.”
“The story is pretty bland and the characters are just more tropes that you have seen from other games.”
“The storyline has been ok, nothing that really pulls me in.”
“The story is meh and kinda dumb to be frank.”
- gameplay1,326 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this gacha game is generally described as simple and easy to learn, appealing to casual players, but often criticized for being repetitive and reliant on auto-play features. While many players appreciate the engaging graphics and character designs, they express a desire for more depth and strategic elements in the gameplay. Overall, the game is seen as fun and rewarding, particularly for free-to-play users, but it may not satisfy those looking for a more complex gaming experience.
“The gameplay is simple, yet complex enough to pump out the most damage in PvE or come up with interesting PvP combinations to befuddle enemies.”
“Gameplay is fun but I find it easier if you just let the AI take over.”
“The gameplay is engaging and well-balanced, allowing you to participate at different levels of engagement depending on if you’re taking your time or grinding.”
“The gameplay is boring and you will just use auto 100% of the time.”
“This game draws you in with impressive art design and flashy UI, but you quickly realize the actual gameplay is a mind-numbingly repetitive grind, unless you want to spend comical amounts of money on premium currencies or passes.”
“The gameplay is incredibly stale and boring, even when compared to other gacha games similar to it.”
- music283 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its vibrancy, catchiness, and ability to enhance the overall gaming experience. While some users noted minor issues like abrupt loops or glitches, the majority found the soundtrack to be one of the best in mobile gaming, often comparing it favorably to titles like Persona. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“The music is vibrant and catchy, blending well with the tone of the story and gameplay.”
“The soundtrack so far is the best I've heard in any phone game I've ever played.”
“The music is dope; I promise you that you're going to get stuck on the game jamming to some of these songs.”
“I wish the music would loop more smoothly.”
“The only complaint that I have is that on character selection the music is glitchy and sounds very off.”
“It would be good if you can silence the volume while downloading resources; the music is annoying, especially when you're downloading resources and listening to your favorite music.”
- character development225 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is often noted for its stunning character designs and animations, which are praised as some of the best in mobile gaming. However, many players express a desire for deeper character development and more engaging storylines, as the characters often feel one-dimensional despite their appealing aesthetics. Overall, while the visual aspects are highly regarded, the narrative and character growth aspects are seen as areas needing improvement.
“The character designs are beautiful, and gameplay is easy and fun.”
“The character design intricacy shows this isn't a fly-by-night cash grab; they genuinely put the effort and time in to do it right.”
“Gorgeous character designs with the perfect balance of fanservice and still making sure their personalities shine through.”
“Really wish there was more character development.”
“All of their personalities are so one-dimensional without the near hope of character development.”
“While the game is fun to play and character design looks amazing, the rates are super bad.”
- humor163 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its engaging and often hilarious storylines, with many players noting the entertaining character interactions and witty dialogue. While some found the humor to become repetitive over time, the overall consensus is that the game successfully blends lightheartedness with deeper narrative elements, making it enjoyable and immersive. The art and animations complement the humor, enhancing the overall experience for players.
“The story is just incredible with many enjoyable characters and a good humor that can make you smile.”
“The story is funny and interesting; it's almost as if I'm watching an anime or reading a manga.”
“Great game, beautiful graphics, and funny story.”
- grinding159 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a prominent theme in user reviews, with many players noting it can be tedious and time-consuming, especially for leveling up characters and obtaining resources. However, the inclusion of auto-play features and frequent events helps alleviate some of the grind, making it more manageable for those who enjoy a more casual gaming experience. While some players appreciate the depth and rewards associated with grinding, others find it repetitive and overwhelming, particularly at higher levels.
“The mechanics aren't too grindy; you can earn a lot of the game's secondary currency through gameplay at comfortable rates, and the quirky storyline is fun to play through.”
“Great game, not grindy, but of course needs effort and hard work, but it all pays off handsomely.”
“Very fun game with a very good story, and it is not very grindy.”
“It's also very grindy and hard to obtain resources.”
“The leveling seems very tedious and grindy.”
“The game is rather grindy, but if you don't mind grinding for upgrade materials the game is really fun!”
- monetization142 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 41 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the absence of ads and the ability to progress without spending money, while others criticize the high prices of in-app purchases and the perception of a cash grab mentality. Although microtransactions are present, they are often deemed optional, with some players finding the game generous in providing in-game currency through gameplay. However, concerns about steep prices for certain items and the potential for pay-to-win elements persist, leading to a divided opinion on the overall fairness of the monetization strategy.
“If you put in the effort, you are rewarded generously, and there's no ads!”
“The most important part to me is that it is easily possible to do well without making in-app purchases, which to me is the hallmark of a good game.”
“The game offers in-app purchases but doesn't require you to spend; as long as you have the patience, the game will give you everything that spending would give... just for free!”
“Unfortunately, it's a cash grab.”
“The game is very fun, looks great and addicting, however I'm pretty disappointed in the price of the in-game purchases; I probably would buy some of the mission packs if they were £10 but £40?!”
“Used to be good a few months after global release, now it's just cash grab banners one after another; they separate group released characters into their own separate banners to make it hard for everyone to pull and what's worse is that all the 5* character population is in all those separate banners.”
- optimization42 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback, with many players noting smooth gameplay and impressive visuals, particularly on higher-end devices. However, several users report performance issues, especially on lower-spec Android devices, including lag spikes and sound syncing problems. While some updates have improved performance, there remains a call for better optimization across a wider range of devices.
“Well optimized and smooth gameplay; the only technical issue I have is when I open the devil's pass window, the game stutters a little, but it doesn't affect the actual gameplay (maybe it's my phone).”
“The game is well optimized; I look forward to future updates of this new addiction.”
“Great game, beautiful art style, and the game runs smoothly; lastly, it's very indulgent. I wish I knew about this game sooner.”
“As far as performance goes, I have noticed a bit of hiccups with sounds not always syncing with the action.”
“Although, I'd appreciate it if it was more optimized for lower spec phones.”
“It's very nice, sadly not very optimized for lower-end devices which will induce lag spikes or even crashing.”
- stability29 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and crashing issues, particularly during weapon refinement and login attempts. Despite its visual appeal and overall performance on some devices, players have experienced significant bugs and lag, especially after recent updates, leading to frustration and the need for restarts. While some users enjoy the game, the recurring stability problems detract from the overall experience.
“It looks gorgeous and runs great, most of the time.”
“Visually stunning and runs great; no doubt the developers worked hard on this game, and it shows in quality.”
“Awesome artwork, and it looks and runs great on my Note 10+.”
“My only issue is with the weapon refinement when adding skills; my game frequently freezes, forcing me to close out and reload.”
“I really like the game, but after this last update, it became very buggy for me. I can't summon, a lot of the night world options are just gone, and the game crashes every time I try to play the store mode.”
“The game just gets stuck and freezes after downloading the patch and restarting to apply it. Why does this happen?”
- emotional12 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of emotional responses to the game, ranging from satisfaction and attachment to characters, to frustration over technical issues and a lackluster storyline. While many appreciate the game's visual appeal and the emotional investment in character interactions, some find the narrative uninspired and experience heartbreak due to game errors that affect their progress. Overall, the emotional experience is varied, with moments of joy and connection overshadowed by technical frustrations and repetitive storytelling.
“If you become easily emotionally attached to things, you're really going to see the characters you collect as your own children.”
“This game is a real treat for the eyes; not to mention, it builds interest and emotional investment in the characters.”
“Greatest game I have ever played! The detail on Live2D is insanely good, both for husbandos and waifus. The story hits the right spots with giggles and laughs. The event stories are literally so wholesome at times that they make you scream, 'Medic! Where is my insulin?'”
“Then there is also the boring story, which is so overdone in most animes and manga.”
“Boring storyline, standard set-and-forget controls, and no game content that makes it stand out from other games in the genre.”
“Boring story.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its phenomenal music and godlike art style, creating a warm and cozy environment reminiscent of Persona. Players appreciate the engaging story and generous events, although caution is advised regarding its perception in certain settings. Overall, the atmosphere significantly enhances the gaming experience.
“The music is phenomenal and captures a lot of atmosphere with themes within the game's world.”
“Godlike art style, I love the UI. The game's atmosphere is very warm and cozy, the music is great, and there are a lot of events.”
“Love the game, especially the atmosphere and story.”
“Feels very similar to Persona in atmosphere, but that is just a personal opinion.”
“Would not recommend playing it in a SFW atmosphere because people will think it is NSFW.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game struggles significantly with replayability, as users report issues with lag and a cumbersome user interface that detracts from the overall experience. Improvements to the UI and performance could enhance playability and encourage players to return.
“It falls flat on its face in terms of replayability.”
“I have suggestions to make Destiny Child more playable. Please fix the UI to be simpler to avoid the lag in the lobby; it feels so laggy in the lobby.”
