Dragons of Atlantis
- May 12, 2013
- DECA Games
- 19h median play time
"Dragons of Atlantis" is a strategy game featuring an intriguing story and stellar gameplay with amazing visuals and a good soundtrack. Players raise and train an army of dragons while building a kingdom to rule Atlantis. However, the game is very grinding, filled with ads, and buggy, which can hinder the overall gaming experience.
Reviews
- graphics182 mentions
- 81 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised, with many users highlighting their beauty, detail, and immersive quality. While some players note that the graphics feel dated or require optimization, the majority find them to be a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience. However, a few reviews mention technical issues, such as crashes and loading problems, which detract from the overall visual enjoyment.
“Amazing game graphics, amazing strategy options, perfect to play with an alliance.”
“The graphics are great and the game is fully interactive with plenty of different challenges and tournaments.”
“This is a great 3D game; it has the best graphics I've ever seen in a mobile game. I love how the dragons look; they're so awesome looking.”
“Sorry, I can't give this game three stars or even five stars; for that, one star is all you're going to get, and that's based on graphic design only.”
“A good game, but it needs optimization and better graphics.”
“I had buildings that were almost at the highest level, but they look like level 1. I'm using an Android 4.1 phone, and I also can't see what they say the 'graphic quality' at the settings tab. This started since the last update. I would really love to give a 5-star rating until you fix this.”
- stability141 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent glitches, freezes, and lagging issues that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the lack of effective support from the developers in addressing these problems, leading to accusations of unfair treatment towards those affected by the glitches. While some users note that the game can be enjoyable despite these issues, the overwhelming sentiment is that the stability problems detract from the overall experience.
“No glitches, worth the time.”
“Seems to be bug free and gives players plenty to work on for a long time; I haven't seen anyone complain as of yet.”
“Just a cool game to play; no glitches at this point.”
“The game is riddled with glitches, Gaea refuses to fix them, always adding more, causing even more glitches.”
“Haven't been able to stay on the game for more than 3 minutes for a month before it freezes.”
“Support is not good; even if you lose items you paid for due to game glitches, they will never compensate you and possibly even deny that the glitches exist.”
- story137 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and epic elements, with players appreciating the immersive experience it offers. However, many users express frustration over technical issues, such as bugs that prevent them from accessing quests and rewards, which detracts from the overall narrative experience. Additionally, some players desire a more developed storyline and clearer objectives, particularly for new players.
“The storyline and game mechanics rate 6 stars.”
“Cool graphics and an amazing story line.”
“They put a good story in their game, not only build & go to war.. I really enjoy it.”
“I love this game but every time I try to play it goes to a black screen and says 'storyboard' and at the bottom of the screen it shows a golden arrow going to the right!”
“After dumping a bunch of time and money into this game, I start getting a black storyboard screen.”
“The quests don't give out the rewards, I lose a ton of saved-up items after every update, they don't pair me with players of similar power in the arena and dragon battleground, and you have to invest money in this game if you actually want to do well.”
- gameplay77 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising its addictive nature, engaging mechanics, and impressive graphics, while others criticize the lack of clear explanations, unbalanced pay-to-win elements, and frustrating resource management. Many users express frustration over the game's reliance on microtransactions, which can hinder progression and create an unfair experience, particularly for free-to-play users. Overall, while the gameplay has potential and offers enjoyable moments, significant issues with mechanics and monetization detract from the overall experience.
“Amazing gameplay, so much to do.”
“Love the challenging gameplay.”
“Great gameplay and very addicting!”
“The gameplay is mildly promising at first but so much of it is poorly executed and either poorly explained or just left for the player to figure out by googling it.”
“It's a decent game with good graphics and an interesting storyline but most of its gameplay is not good. For example, the process to get dragon eggs is unnecessarily difficult and feels punishing, serving no purpose other than to make you grind. The tutorial for the game is just trash; I wouldn't recommend it as it is not beginner-friendly.”
“After the new player protection ended, it was clear that the game's mechanics favor those who invest real money into it, as they get resources, instant building upgrades, and research, then quickly target weaker players to steal resources from.”
- monetization51 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism for its reliance on overpriced microtransactions, which many players feel are essential for progression, leading to accusations of it being a "pay-to-win" cash grab. Users report issues with in-game purchases not being honored and excessive advertisements, contributing to a frustrating experience. While some players enjoy the game, the overwhelming emphasis on spending money to advance has led many to advise against making in-app purchases.
“Good game if you don't mind wait times and you don't need to spend money to get far in it, but it does take time without in-app purchases.”
“In-game purchases can be done using rubies.”
“In-app purchases are a great way to buy power-ups or map packs in other games, but there are parts in this game where you have no choice but to pay in order to advance.”
“The in-game purchases in this game are outrageously priced and are needed if you even want to proceed in the game, so be prepared to spend hundreds of dollars if you want to come close to competing with everyone else.”
“Microtransactions are extortionately expensive, even more so than GTA V shark cards.”
“In-app purchases are a bit costly... they could bring down the cost for better parity among players.”
- grinding18 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, especially as they progress and encounter frequent paywalls. While some enjoy the addictive nature of grinding for resources, many express frustration over the imbalance between time spent farming and the rewards received, as well as issues with monetization that detract from the overall experience. Overall, grinding is seen as a significant but often frustrating part of gameplay, with calls for improvements to make it more rewarding and less reliant on real money.
“In every branch of the game's many methods of gaining power, you hit paywalls quickly and frequently, some of which can be circumvented by grinding but many which cannot.”
“It's good at the beginning, but as you level up, it becomes more tedious and hard to do anything.”
“Just a grinding game... money and time pit really.”
- music18 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many users expressing a desire to listen to it for extended periods. However, some players have experienced technical issues that result in the game freezing during loading, leaving only the music playing. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the gaming experience, technical glitches have affected some users' enjoyment.
“The graphics are great, the gameplay is fun and easy to learn, it's an easily addictive and fun game, and the music is fantastic; literally, I could listen to it for hours. Great job making this app, I recommend it 100%.”
“Very nice game with awesome graphics, music, and gameplay!”
“Love the music, atmosphere, artwork, and overall feel of the game.”
“The game is stuck on the loading screen, only music playing.”
“Now...just a blank screen with music.”
“After closing the app, if I try to open it a little later, it will always freeze on the loading bar while the music continues to play, then nothing. My phone isn't frozen because I can exit to the home screen.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users report smooth performance, others experience significant lag, long loading times, and memory leaks that hinder gameplay. There are calls for better graphics and customizable performance settings to enhance the experience. Additionally, concerns about monetization practices affecting performance and user privacy have been raised.
“It runs smoothly every time for me.”
“Excellent good performance.”
“If possible, wish to have the option to select the game setting like low, standard, high performance.”
“I'm unwilling to subject my phone's performance and my privacy to the chintzy, money-grubbing gimmicks this app imposes on us.”
“I wish there was an option to select the game settings, such as low, standard, or high performance.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of technical issues and the arrogance of the community. While some moments elicit genuine laughter, others stem from frustrating experiences, creating a mixed bag of comedic elements.
“A funny game to play.”
“The community is filled with arrogant people that boast about their empire... funny, right?”
“Funny thing is that the email was a Kabam support email that was customer.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional attachment to the game, reminiscing about cherished memories and the value of their investments, despite frustrations with technical issues. The desire for the return of beloved features highlights the game's significant impact on their gaming experience.
“Please bring them back or I'm never touching this game again; I have so many good memories with it.”
“Although it got me spending on rubies, it made me feel like it was worth every purchase.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its fun and addictive nature, complemented by enjoyable music, impressive artwork, and an overall engaging feel.
“Love the music, atmosphere, artwork, and overall feel of the game.”
“Great game! I just started and am already having a lot of fun. The atmosphere is very addictive. I'll post another review in 2 months. See you on Atlantis!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players feel that the game's replayability enhances enjoyment and encourages growth for less experienced players, making it more engaging overall.