Dictators : No Peace

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"Dictators: No Peace" is a simulation game where players step into the role of a country's dictator with the goal of world colonization. Its good plot, impressive visuals, and catchy music create an engaging experience, but the high level of grinding, frequent bugs, and lack of replayability may detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these flaws, the game's humor and wholesome story add to its charm.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

gameplay211 positive mentions

monetization382 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience of world domination.
There are no forced ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
The game helps improve geographical knowledge by requiring players to remember country locations.

The gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks challenge after the initial playthrough.
There are bugs where the army and navy sometimes do not move when ordered to attack.
The trading system is underwhelming and does not significantly contribute to gameplay.

monetization
711 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
3%
54%
The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and microtransactions. Most players report that ads are entirely optional, primarily appearing only when players choose to watch them for bonuses, such as extra nukes. The game is often described as a refreshing experience in the mobile gaming landscape, where many titles bombard users with constant ads and aggressive monetization strategies.
- “A true free-to-play experience with no ads.”
- “The best part is there's no ads.”
- “This game is amazing, no ads, and it's so interesting that I installed this at 10 PM and now I'm still playing it at 1 AM.”
- “Terrible, ads make it nearly unplayable, and the gameplay is boring anyways.”
- “The game is fine but there are way too many ads.”
- “Great game, too many ads.”
gameplay
448 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
45%
8%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its simplicity and addictiveness, making it easy to pick up and play. However, many users noted that it becomes repetitive and lacks depth as players progress, with limited mechanics and minimal challenge after mastering the basics. Suggestions for improvement include adding more complex mechanics, difficulty levels, and post-game content to enhance replayability and engagement.
- “The gameplay is really smooth, the graphics are amazing, and the world map is really detailed, and it contains every single country in the world.”
- “The mechanics of the game are simple, fun, and easy to pick up, and things like trading and exploration make it better.”
- “This game is very fun, simple gameplay and taking around 4 hours throughout the week to complete.”
- “The gameplay was boring and the trading was absurd.”
- “Gameplay gets old and stale pretty quick.”
- “Good game but lacks gameplay mechanics and nothing to do after finishing the game.”
graphics
297 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
40%
5%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the simplistic and charming art style, particularly the countryball aesthetic, while others criticize the graphics as outdated or lacking detail. Despite the varying opinions on visual quality, most users agree that the gameplay is engaging and fun, often emphasizing that enjoyable mechanics can outweigh the need for high-end graphics. Overall, while improvements are suggested, the graphics are generally considered adequate for the game's purpose.
- “The gameplay is really smooth, the graphics are amazing, and the world map is really detailed, and it contains every single country in the world.”
- “The graphics are stunning for a game that you can play on a phone.”
- “Amazing graphics, nice graphics, neither too hard nor too easy pretty nice game!”
- “The graphics are just flag smileys with caps.”
- “Graphics are terrible.”
- “The graphics are very old school.”
music
149 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
49%
11%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and not fitting the game's theme, leading to requests for more variety and options to turn it off without muting sound effects. While some appreciate the catchy and engaging soundtrack, others describe it as annoying or overly simplistic, suggesting that a more dynamic or thematic approach would enhance the experience. Overall, players express a desire for improved music options and customization features.
- “The music has gotten stuck in my head.”
- “The music is so good I listen to it every night before going to sleep.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, really good idea of trading and good way to get the 'dream' of world domination.”
- “The casual indie music can at times get a bit irritating.”
- “Unfortunately, the music is awful and annoying, that's why I don't give five stars.”
- “The only problem I have is that the music sounds like it came from a flash game from 2005.”
grinding
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding elements, which can lead to a tedious experience, especially in the mid to late game. While some players appreciate the casual nature and time-killing aspect of grinding, many express frustration with repetitive mechanics and slow progress, particularly in rebuilding armies and accumulating resources. Overall, the game is seen as fun initially but tends to become monotonous as players advance.
- “Not too grinding but fun.”
- “The game is very grindy and can last days.”
- “The end game is very tedious and repetitive; once you have defeated all the lower countries and are making an endless amount of money, there is nothing else to do other than max out your forces, battle, and then do it all again.”
- “The gameplay was decent to start, but not far after your first few conquests, you begin to realize how tedious the game becomes.”
stability
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
8%
82%
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting minor glitches and bugs that occasionally disrupt gameplay, particularly with troop movements and the colonization mechanic. While some players have experienced significant freezing issues, others have noted a smooth experience with no glitches at all. Overall, the game is generally enjoyable, but the presence of bugs has led to a range of ratings, with some players expressing frustration over the stability issues.
- “No lag, no bugs, no glitches.”
- “No glitches for me, great game!”
- “Very good game, no ads, no glitches, and no bugs.”
- “The game is so buggy that my expedition army doesn't move, and even if you colonize a country, they don't move. What am I supposed to do then, just look? Please fix the bugs; I'm disappointed.”
- “It was going so great, but it keeps randomly lagging or glitching. Most of the time when I try to colonize a country, my royal navy and royal army don't move; they just sit there for some reason. I don't know if this is my phone's problem or if the app is just buggy. I would love to give it 4 or even 5 stars, but since it's so buggy for now, I'd give it a 1 star. Please fix this issue.”
- “This game is really buggy; troops or the trade ship won't move, and this stops the game.”
replayability
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
52%
29%
Overall, the game suffers from a significant lack of replayability, with many players expressing disappointment that once completed, there is little incentive to play again. While the gameplay is enjoyable and addictive during the initial playthrough, the repetitive nature and minimal variation between different countries detract from its long-term appeal. Many reviewers suggest that additional features, challenges, or game modes could enhance replay value and make the experience more engaging.
- “This game has a lot of replayability for most people; it's a nice, relaxing, and simple world conquest game.”
- “Very fun strategy game; I would constantly play whenever I had free time. I would definitely recommend it, and it has replay value.”
- “It's really good, but not much replay value.”
- “My major gripe is that it doesn't have much replayability, and that there isn't much that separates playing as France, China, Uganda, etc. If fleshed out more, it would be an even better game and could rival bigger games like Civ.”
- “The biggest complaint I have is the fact that there is zero replayability.”
- “It's a really fun and addictive game, but it's not all that difficult and there's not much in the way of replay value.”
story
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
68%
9%
The game's story aspect is generally viewed as lacking depth and variety, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and specific missions tied to historical contexts or real-world issues. While some enjoy the core gameplay of colonization, they feel that the absence of a compelling storyline and replayable content diminishes the overall experience. Suggestions for improvement include adding a structured story mode, unique missions for different countries, and events that reflect historical conflicts.
- “It has a storyline and a clear end goal.”
- “Awesome game with a pretty good idea, nice story.”
- “Beautiful storyline.”
- “There is no storyline.”
- “The game is good but once you finished invading every country, it's done. I wish it could be longer with missions or something.”
- “Yes, it is quite a good game, but this game has no story. If there is any story, I would like it more.”
humor
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the visuals cute and the gameplay amusing, particularly in its satirical take on global domination. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to provide laughter through its simple mechanics and quirky scenarios, such as absurd military outcomes and the humorous concept of playing as various countries. However, some players feel that while the humor is strong initially, the gameplay can become repetitive and shallow over time.
- “Developer seems cool and the visuals are funny and cute; it was interesting enough for me to play for 4 hours straight to complete it in a single playthrough lol.”
- “Funny game, very good start.”
- “It's hilarious too!”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, describing experiences that range from joy and fulfillment to sadness upon completion. Many felt empowered and immersed in their roles, likening their gameplay to being a dictator or a god, while also appreciating the wholesome messages from the developers. However, some users noted feelings of loss and a desire for more content after finishing the game, indicating a longing for an extended emotional journey.
- “A wholesome experience!”
- “I completed the game and now I uninstalled it, but it makes me emotional while deleting it.”
- “I finished the game and I cried when I beat it.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and excellent optimization, making it addictive to play. However, some users have noted minor issues, particularly related to the rebels, which could impact the experience.
- “Great game, addictive to play, runs smoothly. The only problem I've run into is the rebels, but other than that, it's great.”
- “Excellent concept and well-optimized game.”
- “I suggest that improving the game's performance would enhance the overall experience.”
- “I suggest that the game could be improved by enhancing its performance.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “I experienced significant lag during gameplay, which severely impacted my enjoyment.”