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DISGAEA RPG

60%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
grinding, monetization
60% User Score Based on 4,469 reviews

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DISGAEA RPG is a single-player Role Playing Game with an intriguing story, good mechanics, and captivating visuals and music. However, it is very grinding and contains ads that may disturb the experience. Despite bugs and some mature humor, its self-proclaimed title of "The Most Evil Card Battle RPG" accurately describes the unique and entertaining gameplay.

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60%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,469 reviews
gameplay74 positive mentions
grinding153 negative mentions
  • The game captures the charm and humor of the Disgaea series, making it enjoyable for fans.
  • The graphics and animations are well done, providing a visually appealing experience.
  • The game offers a lot of free content and rewards, making it accessible for free-to-play players.
  • The gacha system is heavily monetized, with many paid-only banners and low drop rates for free players.
  • There are frequent connection errors and crashes, making the game unplayable for some users.
  • The gameplay lacks the strategic depth of the original Disgaea games, feeling more like a generic mobile RPG.
  • gameplay
    261 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this mobile adaptation of the Disgaea series has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and repetitiveness compared to the original tactical gameplay. While some appreciate the incorporation of familiar mechanics and the fun character interactions, others criticize the lack of depth, grindy nature, and aggressive monetization strategies, leading to a feeling of frustration and disappointment. Overall, the game is seen as a decent gacha experience for fans of the franchise, but it may not satisfy those seeking the strategic complexity of the main series.

    • “The gameplay is really enjoyable and the system is quite decent with all my favorite characters and even more!”
    • “The gameplay stays true to the wild and unpredictable style of other releases, and many characters from across the series are available.”
    • “The game is really fun and a great way to be able to play Disgaea on mobile even if the mechanics have changed to match the mobile environment.”
    • “The gameplay is simple and repetitive, nothing like the console games.”
    • “Gameplay lacks any disgaea charm.”
    • “Gameplay is just tedious and repetitive, nothing.”
  • story
    237 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally well-received, featuring humor and engaging elements that resonate with fans of the Disgaea series. However, some players note issues with translation errors, repetitive dialogue, and a lack of voice acting, which detracts from the overall experience. While the narrative offers a fun and nostalgic journey through familiar characters and plots, technical problems like crashes and loading times hinder enjoyment.

    • “The story is great, and being able to relive past games' plots is awesome.”
    • “The story and characters are the one saving grace.”
    • “It's fun to collect the Disgaea characters, and they seem to be acting true to form in the story.”
    • “The story feels weak and so do the event stories.”
    • “The battling is extremely dull compared to the SLG gameplay of the original series, and the story is not even comparable to the stories of the original series; the dialogue is too short without any thought, and the characters are not well built up at all.”
    • “Great game for a few weeks, then you realize the game has no purpose, no story, and no reason to play.”
  • grinding
    154 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely recognized for its heavy emphasis on grinding, a hallmark of the Disgaea franchise, which can become tedious over time. While some players appreciate the nostalgic grind and find it enjoyable, many express frustration with the slow progression, low drop rates, and the need for extensive farming to advance. Overall, it's recommended primarily for die-hard fans of the series who are accustomed to its grindy nature.

    • “Very fun! I can auto-grind the item world while I sleep, and normal leveling isn't too grindy. However, the limits on dark gates seem a bit unnecessary to me. Love it nonetheless!”
    • “I feel like the game is heavily grindy, which really takes a lot of time compared to other gacha games I've played.”
    • “Be prepared to spend days grinding the event without making much progress.”
    • “The grinding in this game seems to be fun, but I am having performance issues (like random lag spikes, 30-second loading screens) and the settings in the menu don't have an option to lower the graphical quality.”
  • monetization
    100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to aggressive microtransactions and poor drop rates for in-game rewards. Players report feeling pressured to spend significant amounts of money to progress, with some experiencing issues related to in-app purchases and account resets. Overall, the monetization practices are seen as exploitative, detracting from the game's potential and enjoyment.

    • “I try to limit my in-app purchases to $15 a month.”
    • “Lot of content, and while there is monetization, none of it is pay to win.”
    • “No ads, fun complex game mechanics, stamina system doesn't completely limit you.”
    • “I'll stick around to see if things improve since I'm a long-time Disgaea fan, but right now it feels like a big cash grab without any compelling content to stay for.”
    • “It's a shameless cash grab; you won't get anywhere without spending serious, and I mean serious, money.”
    • “This game has some of the worst monetization practices I've seen to date.”
  • graphics
    79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful art style and animations that capture the essence of the Disgaea series. While some players find the visuals to be impressive for a mobile game, others criticize them as dated or subpar compared to current standards. Overall, the game's aesthetic is appreciated, but there are concerns about performance issues and inconsistencies in graphical quality.

    • “The game has an amazing art style and soundtrack!”
    • “This is probably one of the best mobile games I’ve ever played, super great graphics and I like the way it’s set up!”
    • “Graphics are amazing, the animation is amazing as well.”
    • “Low graphics.”
    • “Outside of the 2D character models, the artwork and UI is subpar for today's standards.”
    • “Just a big no, the whole game graphics look so dated I had to just uninstall the game.”
  • humor
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its faithful retention of the quirky, comedic essence of the Disgaea franchise. Players appreciate the funny dialogue, entertaining storylines, and lovable characters, which contribute to an overall enjoyable experience. However, some critiques mention that the humor can feel recycled, and the monetization strategies may detract from the fun for some players.

    • “They've captured the humor in the dialogue, the narratives, the aesthetic, the absolute essence of Disgaea and made it even more fun than the console versions.”
    • “The dialogues and story are very funny and entertaining, just like the previous Disgaea games.”
    • “It's an interesting game, and the humor stays true to the franchise.”
    • “You got a grindy, unfunny Disgaea.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
    • “The humor tries too hard and ends up being cringeworthy.”
  • stability
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of crashes, freezes, and bugs that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, particularly after recent updates, which have exacerbated existing issues. While some acknowledge the game's potential and enjoyable aspects, the overwhelming consensus is that it remains unplayable for many due to its instability.

    • “The game repeatedly shuts down on the title screen, and then freezes on the download screen. Hoping I can get it working before the crossover.”
    • “Gotta say that after the last update the game is unplayable; it crashes and freezes so much I can't do much. I hope you guys fix what's wrong.”
    • “However, this game is the most unstable mobile game I have ever played; it crashes and freezes constantly.”
  • music
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its nostalgic quality and catchy tunes reminiscent of the Disgaea series. However, some users express frustration over the inability to mute or turn off the music, especially during crashes or loading issues, which detracts from their overall experience. While the soundtrack is often highlighted as a strong point, technical problems have led to a less favorable reception of the game's audio experience.

    • “The game has an amazing art style and soundtrack!”
    • “The battle system, music, graphics, story... all of it is amazing.”
    • “Fantastic game, art, music and characters all A+ as you'd expect from a Disgaea game, loving the story and feel of the game so far, can't wait to see where this game goes in future updates.”
    • “I have a flagship phone, a fast internet connection, and this game just gives me blank screens and loud annoying music that won't turn off, even after the game crashes.”
    • “Deleted in tutorial because I couldn't stand the horrid music anymore.”
    • “Here's a thought, why not allow players to get rid of the terrible music from the start if that is what they want.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players express significant frustration with the game's optimization, citing frequent freezes, long load times, and lag spikes, particularly on older devices. While some users report smooth performance, many others highlight the need for improved engine optimization and options to adjust graphical settings to enhance gameplay fluidity. The game's recent updates appear to have exacerbated these issues, leading to a disappointing experience for many.

    • “Now the game does have a few bugs but overall it runs smoothly and I myself have never had any problems with it.”
    • “The grinding in this game seems to be fun, but I am having performance issues (like random lag spikes and 30-second loading screens) and the settings in the menu don't have an option to lower the graphical quality.”
    • “Crashes a little too often, needs better optimization.”
    • “Want the game to not freeze after 30 seconds, and when it freezes, it takes ages to stop freezing. Please optimize the game's engine or performance to be more fluid on older phones. I would also love to see what build to use on each character in the game so we can know what scales well and works well for all the characters, including the 2-star, 3-star, and 4-star units.”
    • “Random long load times, lag spikes, and increased performance demands or memory leaks with no rhyme or reason... making it almost seem like this app is mining crypto in the background.”
    • “Crashes a little too often; needs better optimization.”
  • character development
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is praised for its thoughtful design and visual appeal, aligning well with the latest trends. However, it faces criticism for its complexity, which may overwhelm new players, and the frustratingly low drop rates for acquiring new characters, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Very well thought out character development, and does not require great daily investment of time to advance.”
    • “The game was hype taking the original game character design into a turn-based game.”
    • “Neat character designs.”
    • “The complexity of the character development asks a lot of new players, and the really terrible drop rates for new characters don't make this a rewarding game.”
    • “2 stars for gameplay, character design, story, music.”
    • “The game was hyped for taking the original game character design into a turn-based game.”
  • emotional
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional responses to the game are mixed; while some players express disappointment with the combat and story, one user highlights a nostalgic feeling reminiscent of childhood, indicating that the game can evoke strong emotions despite its flaws. Additionally, concerns about technical issues and perceived censorship of negative feedback contribute to a sense of frustration among users.

    • “This game made me feel like a kid again.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is praised by true fans of Disgaea, who find it nostalgic despite some differences from the original PS2 version. Overall, it successfully captures the essence of the series while offering a fresh experience.

    • “It's a bit different from the original PS2 version, but it surely brings back a nostalgic atmosphere.”
    • “A bit different from the original PS2 version, but it surely brings back a nostalgic atmosphere.”
    • “True fans of Disgaea will appreciate the atmosphere this game breathes.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the balance of grind and story in the game, which enhances its enjoyment and contributes to a high level of replayability.

    • “It had the right amount of grind and story, which makes the game enjoyable and gives it plenty of replayability.”

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4h Median play time
4h Average play time
2-6h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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