Destiny of Ancient Kingdoms

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Destiny of Ancient Kingdoms (DOAK) is a free, action MMORPG based on the legends of Norse Mythology. An epic story-line, action-packed combat and classic multiplayer roleplaying elements await strong warriors who are courageous enough to enter the New World!

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49%

Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a friendly community and offers good storylines along with traditional PVP elements.
It is easy to run on low-end PCs, making it accessible for a wider audience.
The game provides a nostalgic experience reminiscent of older MMORPGs, appealing to fans of the genre.

Account registration is frustrating and often fails, leading to a poor initial experience.
The game suffers from outdated graphics and mechanics, making it feel clunky and unpolished.
There are significant issues with hacking and security, leading to a lack of trust in the game's administration and overall safety.

graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
64%
12%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as outdated and subpar, with many reviewers noting that they resemble visuals from the early 2000s. While some appreciate the art style and find certain aspects visually appealing, the overall consensus is that the graphics fall short compared to contemporary titles, making them feel less impressive for a game released in 2016.
- “The art style looks gorgeous and seems to be exactly what I was looking for.”
- “It is very well put together and the graphics are well done!”
- “Graphics are fine, combat and general movement is fluent and impactful, leveling isn't annoying, game is optimized and takes up very little resources.”
- “The graphics are terrible, especially for a game that was released in 2016.”
- “The graphics are extremely dated.”
- “Most importantly, graphics - it's just plain ugly, like we're back at 2000 again.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
69%
12%
The game's story is criticized for being lackluster and repetitive, with quests primarily revolving around grinding and auto-routing to kill a set number of enemies. Players find the questing experience uninspired, often feeling like they are simply following a formulaic path without engaging narrative elements. While some appreciate the friendly community and decent storylines, many feel the overall quest design and storytelling need significant improvement.
- “This game is for you if you want a friendly community, good storylines, and some traditional PvP.”
- “The quest tracking practically holds your hand, as you move from quest to quest, zone to zone, anywhere.”
- “If you are looking for a fun community, decent storylines, and some good old PvP, this game is for you.”
- “It was just auto-routing to go kill a certain amount of enemies and return to the NPC you got the quest from, so that they can send you to the next NPC that will have you kill a certain amount of enemies.”
- “No Norse gods, no Norse anything unless I missed a brief mention in one of the yawn-inducing quest texts.”
- “You create a character from 6 generic classes and very limited customization and then get dropped into the world, doing generic quests and killing generic monsters with generic skills.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The music in the game is zone-specific and endlessly looped, leading to a repetitive experience with no combat music to enhance gameplay. While some players appreciate the relaxing soundtrack, many criticize its lack of variety and the inability to disable the looping feature effectively. Overall, the music is seen as a weak point, with some finding it enjoyable for casual play but ultimately unremarkable.
- “One of the other elements of the game that I found to be quite nice was the relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Relaxing soundtrack.”
- “It is nothing special, but something with a nice soundtrack that you can spend a few relaxing hours in, mindlessly clubbing monsters and completing quests.”
- “The music is zone specific, endlessly looped, so enjoy no combat music and a soundtrack that will never really match the area you're fighting in.”
- “You could always go into settings and uncheck the music looping, but it doesn't work!”
- “Music: repetitive/10”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
62%
23%
The gameplay is criticized for being outdated and overly simplistic, resembling a mobile MMORPG with extensive automation features like auto-running and auto-questing, which detracts from player engagement and social interaction. Many reviewers find the mechanics minimalistic and the combat unchallenging, leading to a lack of excitement and a passive gaming experience.
- “The game's mechanics are minimalistic.”
- “The gameplay is basic.”
- “The graphics and the game mechanics are outdated.”
- “The gameplay is a lot like a mobile MMORPG; you can auto-run, auto-quest, and auto everything pretty much.”
- “The gameplay is so easy that I almost fell asleep due to how 'peaceful' the combat was.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a significant amount of grinding, which some players find enjoyable and reminiscent of old-school MMOs, while others feel it can become tedious. Despite the grind, many users report that it becomes easy to overlook, especially with the option to automate gameplay. However, players should be cautious of potential player-killers that can disrupt their grinding and questing efforts.
- “Good luck grinding or doing quests though, some level 60+ from the opposing nation will be by in a minute to kill you and stop your questing, grinding, fishing, cooking, gathering.”
- “Ok so this game is really grindy. It gets to the point where you just put it on auto and can sleep through the night (unless some tough guy PK's you). I warn you, if you want to play this game, certain people in your kingdom might kill you even if you're in the same kingdom!”
- “There is a decent amount of grinding included in the game, but honestly, you forget about it quite fast!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game exhibits a few minor bugs and glitches that do not significantly impact the gameplay experience, though some users noted issues with combat stability. Despite these concerns, players generally find the game worth playing.
- “The game has a few bugs and glitches, but they don't significantly affect the overall experience.”
- “There are a few glitches here and there, but overall, it's worth playing.”
- “The combat is quite buggy.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, often highlighting the absurd and silly elements that provide consistent entertainment and keep them engaged for extended periods.
- “The only thing that kept me in it for nearly 2 hours was the hilariously stupid things I'd stumble across.”
- “Too funny.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight the game's impressive graphics and extensive player customization as key elements that contribute to its immersive atmosphere. The open-world sandbox design further enhances the experience, allowing players to explore and engage with the environment in a dynamic way.
- “The atmospheric design of the game truly immerses you in its world, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of stunning graphics and a rich, atmospheric environment creates an unforgettable gaming experience.”
- “Exploring the open world is a delight, with its atmospheric details that draw you in and make you feel part of the adventure.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, requiring minimal resources while delivering smooth graphics and fluid combat mechanics. Players report excellent performance with no disconnects or crashes on release day, alongside a diverse range of classes and substantial content.
- “The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the interesting mechanics, the optimization issues make it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “I experienced constant lag and long loading times, which severely impacted my enjoyment of the game.”