Esports Godfather: The Legend Begins

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"Esports Godfather: The Legend Begins" is a management simulation card game where you build and manage your own esports team in a MOBA environment. Create a team logo, customize playstyles, and carefully select athletes to mold them into superstars. Overcome obstacles and lead your team to victory and become an esports legend.

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

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 306 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

music6 negative mentions

The demo offers a generous amount of content, with many hours of gameplay that keeps players engaged and wanting more.
The game combines elements of MOBA, card battlers, and management sims, providing a unique and strategic experience that appeals to fans of these genres.
Players appreciate the depth of gameplay and the ability to influence matches through strategic decisions, making each playthrough feel fresh and rewarding.

The game suffers from various bugs and balancing issues, including AI problems and crashes during matches, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many players find the tutorial lacking, leading to confusion about game mechanics and making the initial experience overwhelming.
The use of AI-generated art for characters and visuals has received criticism for being unoriginal and detracting from the game's overall aesthetic.

gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
66%
6%
The gameplay is praised for its depth and innovative mechanics, combining elements of card games, autobattlers, and team management in a MOBA setting. While some players found the initial learning curve steep and the tutorials lacking, many reported that once they grasped the mechanics, the experience became highly enjoyable and addictive. Overall, the game promises extensive hours of engaging gameplay, though some bugs and pacing issues were noted.
- “It's very deep mechanically but not overwhelming because the sections are compartmentalized very well.”
- “The mechanics and gameplay are top-notch, with numerous factors influencing your success as a coach.”
- “From what I've played from the demo, this is a fun and addicting game with a great and frankly innovative gameplay loop that keeps changing so as not to allow the entire game to get too stale.”
- “The gameplay tutorials are lacking; the management ones were better, but once the gameplay clicked with me, I really enjoyed it.”
- “It feels like you're expected to not only learn the game mechanics, but also the meta of this brand new MOBA, and then be in control of all of the macro of your team.”
- “One thing I'd personally like to see added to the game is an in-depth explanation of what certain mechanics, stats, and heroes do, to reduce the amount of time spent reading and figuring out what does what and how it applies to certain abilities and heroes.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that while the 3D visuals are lacking, the 2D strategy elements and character artwork are well-received, showcasing a unique art style. Some players appreciate the pixel art and the creativity behind the designs, despite acknowledging that the developers prioritized gameplay over visuals due to their small team size. Overall, there is potential for improvement, and many reviewers express hope for future updates to enhance the visual experience.
- “I also loved the art style of the heroes and battles.”
- “The design on the game, considering its budget or usage of generative AI art, is surprisingly unique.”
- “The artwork is great, I like the pixel character arts.”
- “So, let's get down to business: the 3D graphics are fugly!”
- “Just to note, some of the artwork in the game does seem to be AI generated.”
- “The amount of these visuals you have to stomach is actually quite limited, as the majority of the game is 2D strategy.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
30%
60%
The music in the game is generally considered basic and repetitive, featuring a limited variety of short tracks from different genres that are not particularly memorable. While some players find the soundtrack acceptable, others describe it as generic and annoying, indicating that it does not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack seems to rotate between short tracks from different genres, none of which are horrendous.”
- “There seems to be a lack of variety in soundtracks.”
- “Also, the background music is generic and annoying.”
- “The sounds are okay, but it's a strategy game and that's not a major selling point anyway; the soundtrack seems to rotate between short tracks from different genres, none of which are horrendous.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
Players consistently highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that each run offers a unique experience that keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging. The addictive game loop and innovative ideas contribute to its high replay value, making it a compelling choice for repeated playthroughs.
- “The replayability on this one is looking as good as a delicious spicy chicken sponsorship.”
- “Addictive game loop with a lot of good ideas to keep it fresh and replayable.”
- “The replay value is high, as everything is different every time you run it.”
- “The replay value is high, as everything is different every time you play it.”
- “There is great replay value since everything changes with each run.”
- “The replay value is impressive, as every playthrough offers a unique experience.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with players noting issues such as slow performance and occasional stuttering. Despite these drawbacks, many still find the gameplay loop enjoyable.
- “I love the game, but the optimization is a little bit bad and sometimes the game is slow.”
- “Aside from the translation errors and the odd stuttering, the gameplay loop is fun!”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for its inclusive and well-crafted designs, with players noting that their choices significantly impact the narrative. The progression system is also highlighted as rewarding, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Character design is great, your decisions actually matter, and the progression system feels rewarding.”
- “Very good character designs which are also very inclusive, so that's a plus.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is recognized as the best esports simulator currently available, though users report it has some bugs and balancing issues that require attention.
- “It's a bit buggy and there are some balancing issues that probably need tweaking.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game engaging rather than tedious, appreciating the strategic depth it offers in setting themselves up for success or failure at various stages.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The monetization strategy of the game has been noted for its reliance on microtransactions, which may deter players familiar with traditional genres. However, it still appeals to fans of MOBAs and management/simulation games, suggesting a mixed reception regarding its financial model.
- “Give it a try if you've ever played MOBAs or any management/sim type game, but be prepared for more microtransactions than you might expect.”

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7h Median play time

10h Average play time

5-17h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 10 analyzed playthroughs

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