Dungeon Hunter 5:  Action RPG Game Cover

"Dungeon Hunter 5: Action RPG" is a role-playing game with an intriguing story, perfect gameplay, and fantastic graphics. However, it is very grinding with annoying ads and can be full of bugs. The game describes itself as a PvP adventure game with rising heroes to grab the sword and claim power, offering plenty of humor. Overall, it's an action-packed RPG experience with some flaws.

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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
graphics371 positive mentions
stability172 negative mentions
  • Great graphics and gameplay, reminiscent of classic RPGs.
  • Engaging storyline with plenty of content to explore.
  • Fun and addictive, with a variety of events and challenges.
  • Frequent server connection issues, making the game unplayable at times.
  • Long and unskippable tutorial that can be frustrating for returning players.
  • Pay-to-win mechanics that hinder progression for free players.
  • graphics517 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and detail, particularly for a mobile RPG. However, some users express disappointment over performance issues, such as lag and crashes, and a lack of options to adjust graphic settings. Overall, while the visuals are often described as impressive, there are significant concerns regarding optimization and stability.

    • “The graphics are amazing.”
    • “Great graphics and smooth gameplay.”
    • “I love the graphics and the events, especially the crystal challenge.”
    • “But something went wrong with the game graphics; on the early release, this game had nice detailed visual art style and smooth frame rate, but now the graphic quality has decreased and the game now has bad frame rate performance, so laggy, so lack of optimization.”
    • “Really disappointing graphics, and as a user I cannot adjust them even though they used to be a lot better such as shadows (that are not present anymore) and etc. Sad to see Gameloft not paying any attention to the reviews even after so many years.”
    • “The graphics really suck.”
  • story462 mentions

    The story in the game is generally described as decent to good, with some players appreciating its structure and voice acting, while others find it lacking depth and coherence compared to previous installments. Many reviews highlight frustrations with the forced tutorial and mission progression, which restrict exploration and player agency, leading to a feeling of being railroaded through the narrative. Additionally, technical issues such as game crashes and bugs during missions detract from the overall storytelling experience.

    • “The story is great and the voice acting is very good.”
    • “The graphics, and the storyline are awesome.”
    • “The atmosphere, gameplay, graphic, world, items, etc. there are variable type of mission and quest so I always find something to do when one of my 'stamina' is depleted.”
    • “The story is haphazard and lacks structure.”
    • “The storyline is bad, the gameplay is worse, and it now looks like every other role-playing game; they basically stripped the game of everything that made it special.”
    • “The game is fun, but the problem is that all the items you pick up during missions disappear.”
  • gameplay257 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and engaging combat. However, numerous complaints highlight issues such as bugs, crashes, repetitive elements, and a frustrating tutorial that limits player freedom. While some players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, others express disappointment over the game's reliance on microtransactions and connectivity problems that hinder the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is fun and doesn't get repetitive, plenty of things to do.”
    • “With engaging combat, deep customization, and regular updates, it offers hours of thrilling gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is smooth and works well.”
    • “Now it's devolved into a pay-to-win game with no real gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay itself is a side thought and barely requires any actual thought or ability.”
    • “Gameplay is too repetitive.”
  • stability175 mentions

    The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to function smoothly, particularly during critical moments like tutorials and missions, leading to a general recommendation against playing until these issues are resolved. Overall, the game's stability issues significantly detract from the experience, overshadowing its potential enjoyment.

    • “Runs great on my Pocophone F1.”
    • “Runs great.”
    • “I expect better from Gameloft... the game is incredibly buggy.”
    • “It freezes and crashes all the time during important gameplay.”
    • “This could have been a great game, but there are too many glitches.”
  • monetization61 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of invasive ads and the option to earn gems through watching ads, while others criticize the prevalence of microtransactions and high prices for in-game purchases. Many users feel that the game leans towards a "pay-to-win" model, with significant paywalls and a reliance on in-app purchases that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while some players enjoy the game without spending money, others find the monetization strategies frustrating and excessive.

    • “Great game, no ads unless for the gems, it's not pay to win, progression is easy.”
    • “While optional microtransactions exist, they don't overshadow the experience.”
    • “Rather good game, and not too pushy with the in-game purchases.. great timekiller!”
    • “In classical Gameloft fashion, they developed an app with loads of in-game purchases, stupid loading times, over-the-top animations, and endless bugs and crashes.”
    • “On top of all the issues that need to be dealt with, the game is heavily riddled with microtransactions.”
    • “This game is nothing but another terrible pay-to-win cash grab.”
  • grinding30 mentions

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a significant aspect, often described as tedious, repetitive, and time-consuming. Many players express frustration with the necessity of grinding for items and upgrades, particularly at higher levels, where progress can feel stalled without spending money. While some appreciate the challenge and the social aspect of grinding with friends, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a major drawback that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “The continuous repetitive grinding gets very boring and time-consuming.”
    • “Now that I'm trying to evolve my gear to the final level, it's obvious that this is really only meant for people who spend money on the game. I'm talking $50-$80 or more. I have gear evolved to tier 6, and if I want tier 7, it's going to take a month or two of grinding just to increase one item. I'm level 136 out of 140.”
    • “I have played this game for a few years grinding so I could finish the story... I have spent a fair amount on gems as well. Pride does not follow this statement... I came to the realization of what's the point?”
  • optimization27 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant issues such as long loading times, laggy performance, and frame rate drops, particularly on various devices like the Samsung S10+ and Redmi 4X. While some users appreciate the graphics and gameplay, they express frustration over the lack of optimization options and the game's dependency on microtransactions. Overall, there is a strong consensus that the game requires further optimization to enhance performance and reduce bugs.

    • “The game itself is wonderful; gameplay, graphics, and performance are something other games like it don't have.”
    • “Only complaint is more load time than playtime; if this game could be optimized to run smoother with less load time, it would easily get 5 stars.”
    • “I really love this game because it runs smoothly.”
    • “But something went wrong with the game graphics. On the early release, this game had a nice detailed visual art style and smooth frame rate, but now the graphic quality has decreased and the game now has bad frame rate performance. It's so laggy and lacks optimization.”
    • “Worst optimization I've seen in any game!”
    • “Only complaint is more load time than playtime. If this game could be optimized to run smoother with less load time, it would easily get 5 stars.”
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, with some users noting its addictive nature and appealing graphics. However, there are reports of technical issues, such as sound and music turning off unexpectedly, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Comparisons to previous installments indicate that while the music is enjoyable, it may not meet the same standards as earlier versions.

    • “Awesome strategy, awesome music, awesome graphics, gets me addicted, great gifts, thumbs up!”
    • “Music is great; it lacks an auto mode (which is a nice change of pace), and the characters feel more badass than overly sexualized.”
    • “The audio and theme songs of DH5 won't even be a fair comparison with DH4.”
    • “For some unknown reason, the sound and music completely turn off.”
    • “Music and sound continue, but everything else is frozen.”
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is often described as unintentional, with players finding irony in issues like hacking and lengthy tutorials rather than genuine comedic elements. While some users appreciate the amusing aspects of gameplay and controls, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration rather than laughter.

    • “Hilarious.”
    • “Interesting gameplay and fun weapons, but the tutorial is hilariously long.”
    • “It has some funny controls from time to time, but overall it's very well made and a lot of fun.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development is praised for its depth and quality, but users express frustration over the lack of control and the inconvenience of having to redo the tutorial each time they switch devices.

    • “Character development is amazing.”
    • “No control over character development.”
    • “Got a new phone, and now I have to redo the entire tutorial, which is a huge waste of time just to log into my other character. It's a design flaw; I shouldn't have to redo the tutorial every time I download this.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its graphics and immersive world, providing a visually appealing experience. However, some players feel that the overall enjoyment is diminished by excessive dialogue and combat mechanics, leading to mixed feelings about the game's engagement.

    • “The atmosphere, gameplay, graphics, world, items, etc. There are various types of missions and quests, so I always find something to do when one of my 'stamina' is depleted.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to get immersed in the game world.”
    • “Despite the variety of missions, the overall atmosphere lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is dull and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Users express frustration with the game's controls, noting that their PS5 controller malfunctions, leading to unintended character movement and menu navigation. This technical issue detracts from their enjoyment and raises concerns about the game's monetization practices, leaving them feeling manipulated into making accidental purchases.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Players highlight the game’s significant replay value, indicating that it offers ample opportunities for multiple playthroughs and varied experiences.

    • “This game offers a tremendous amount of replay value, keeping me engaged for hours.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
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Play time

24hMedian play time
24hAverage play time
24-24hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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