Eternium

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Eternium is a free-to-play action RPG set in a fantasy world with elements of magic and technology. Explore diverse landscapes, fight a variety of enemies, and overcome challenging dungeons and boss battles. The game features intuitive touch controls, console-quality graphics, and deep character customization, making it a compelling choice for both casual and hardcore players.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics1.1k positive mentions

monetization675 negative mentions

Great graphics and engaging gameplay reminiscent of classic RPGs like Diablo.
No intrusive ads; players can earn gems through gameplay or choose to watch ads for rewards.
Fun crafting system that allows for customization of gear and abilities.

Repetitive gameplay with a lack of new content or challenges after completing the main story.
Tap-to-move controls can be frustrating, making it difficult to navigate during combat.
Some players experience bugs, such as freezing during loading screens or issues with quest progression.

graphics
1,410 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
20%
3%
The graphics of the game have received a mixed but generally positive reception from users. Many players appreciate the vibrant, cute, and detailed visuals, often comparing them favorably to classic RPGs like Diablo, while others note that the graphics can feel dated or simplistic at times. Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and engaging art style, making it visually appealing for a mobile RPG.
- “The graphics are beautiful.”
- “Great graphics, intuitive gesture controls, interesting storyline, and a generous non-demanding pay-to-win system (one can still enjoy the game without buying anything, but the store is still there for anyone interested).”
- “The graphics are fantastic, without any glitches (so far I've experienced none, having completed all the levels on normal level).”
- “Graphics of the game look awful and a lot of mechanics were just copied from Diablo.”
- “Weak graphics and animation, gameplay is mostly lame due to tap-oriented moving (though I appreciate the swipe movements for some moves), the fonts are unnecessarily small, from what I've played it's too easy, and overall it's just unfortunately boring.”
- “The graphics are horrific and look like some PBS animation.”
story
1,332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
54%
4%
The game's story is generally described as engaging but often simplistic and linear, with many players noting a lack of depth and character development. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs, others express disappointment in the abrupt endings and repetitive quests that can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics and gameplay mechanics are praised, but many players desire more variety and complexity in the storyline to enhance their gaming experience.
- “The story is believable enough.”
- “The story line feels like someone put thought into it.”
- “The story--it works, it's fun, and it doesn't distract from slaying droves of minions--and that, my friends, is what every dungeon crawler best offers.”
- “The story is thin on nuance or lore, the quests and maps are extremely linear and arcade-like.”
- “The storyline is basic, but fits the old RPG feel.”
- “The story isn't much to speak of but I always liked the whole gather your comrades and save the world bit.”
gameplay
1,048 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
36%
3%
The gameplay of this mobile RPG is generally praised for its intuitive mechanics, engaging combat, and smooth controls, reminiscent of classic titles like Diablo. Players appreciate the unique spellcasting system that utilizes gestures, the absence of intrusive ads, and the ability to progress without mandatory in-app purchases. However, some reviews note issues with repetitiveness, occasional control difficulties, and a reliance on gems for certain features, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is great as well, with quests ranging from extremely difficult to something as simple as picking mushrooms.”
- “Gameplay is both satisfying and rewarding so you're in for a treat.”
- “The gameplay is really amazing and I have such an amazing experience.”
- “The gameplay doesn't vary much and the different kinds of spells (fire, ice, etc.) seem to have little difference among them other than some minor debuffs.”
- “The missions and gameplay become very repetitive and it's extremely difficult to progress without spending gems.”
- “Gameplay is gated behind gems which mostly come from, you guessed it, ads and/or spending real-life money.”
monetization
1,014 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
15%
67%
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for in-game currency. While there are microtransactions available, they are not deemed necessary for progression, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money. Overall, the game strikes a balance between optional ad viewing for rewards and a fair approach to in-app purchases, making it a refreshing experience in the mobile gaming landscape.
- “In-app purchases are not required in order to progress, and you have the option to watch short ads to earn in-game currency.”
- “I like that I can progress through the game pretty smoothly without having to make any in-game purchases.”
- “No ads, no need to ever do in-game purchases unless I absolutely want to.”
- “The emphasis on microtransactions has killed it for me.”
- “It went from simple to some complex garbage that requires endless resources and the purchase of 'gems' or the literal endless bombardment of advertisements making it unplayable.”
- “You can actually get somewhere without a lot of in-game purchases.”
grinding
227 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
2%
96%
The game's grinding mechanics are a central aspect, with players noting that while it can be tedious, it often feels rewarding and less invasive than in many other mobile games. Many reviews highlight the balance between grinding for resources and the option to make in-game purchases, allowing players to progress without spending money, though some find the endgame grind excessive. Overall, the experience is described as engaging for those who enjoy traditional RPG grinding, with varied opinions on the balance of challenge and reward.
- “Great hack & slash RPG, doesn't go hard on microtransactions, developed intelligently (play while content loads, stable, etc.), and content isn't tedious to make it feel richer than it is by making it take longer.”
- “Lots of thought gone into making it an enjoyable, not too grindy experience.”
- “Not too grindy, pay to win doesn't seem to hamper decent growth without spending stupid amounts.”
- “At a certain point, you need to level up more than just playing through the story; you have to spend a little while farming a few levels.”
- “Over time, nearly all changes made to the game have been to make it more grindy and funnel people into extremely expensive resource purchases.”
- “The game could offer less grinding and the possibility to create your own symbols for spells, or even spells - the soundtrack is too monotonic, must at least be a calm and relaxing harp theme when in the home village.”
music
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
42%
5%
The music in the game has received high praise for its epic quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users noting its beautiful compositions and engaging soundtracks. However, there are concerns about the lack of diversity in the soundtrack and issues with sound effects disappearing at higher levels, which detracts from immersion. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, players desire more variety and better integration with sound effects.
- “The music, sound effects, and seasonal effects are great as well.”
- “An amazing game with great passion and care put into the game, not to mention the godly music!”
- “The storyline, voices, and music are fantastic.”
- “That being said, I am a bit concerned about the lack of a more diverse soundtrack and sound effects.”
- “After I reach the mid-level on activity 4, my game starts to lose its sound effects, hero voice, and others, leaving only its music sounds.”
- “Only music and it's so bland playing the game without any voice and sound effects.”
stability
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
9%
80%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezes and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly during loading and when watching ads. While some players experience smooth performance with minimal issues, others find the game unplayable due to persistent freezing and bugs that require restarts. Overall, while the game has potential and enjoyable features, its stability issues significantly detract from the experience for a substantial number of players.
- “The game is fairly well done, polished, and bug-free.”
- “Running on a Samsung tablet with no glitches and a smooth interface.”
- “I have had no logging in or out issues and no glitches in the game.”
- “At least 50% of the time the video freezes up and you have to close the game and restart it.”
- “The ugly: frequently freezes when trying to load.”
- “Unfortunately the game freezes every 30 minutes or so which is really frustrating.”
optimization
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and quick loading times across a variety of devices, including older tablets and phones. However, some users report occasional lag and frame drops, particularly after updates or in specific scenarios, indicating that further optimization could enhance the experience, especially on lower-end devices and larger screens. Despite these issues, many players appreciate the game's graphics and mechanics, noting that it runs well for the most part.
- “Loads quickly, runs smoothly, never crashes!”
- “The game is beautiful, runs smoothly, the environment is stunning, and game mechanics are easy to understand.”
- “Good graphics and optimization, plays smoothly on my 5-year-old phone.”
- “I've tried adjusting performance settings but it doesn't seem to help.”
- “I would give 5 stars back when it was first released compared to this new version; I love the game but the poorly optimized updates made it barely playable.”
- “Game not optimized for large screen/phone with notch.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and variety, with many players enjoying the funny dialogue, character interactions, and humorous situations throughout gameplay. While some find the humor to be a delightful addition that enhances the experience, others note that repetitive elements can diminish its impact over time. Overall, the game strikes a good balance between engaging combat and lighthearted moments, making it an enjoyable and entertaining experience.
- “Funny lines and characters, also.”
- “Overall a pleasant game with a funny story.”
- “Good story to get trapped in, nice gameplay with epic battles, mixed in with humor makes this an enjoyable journey.”
- “Not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and lacked originality.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
replayability
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
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11%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while many players appreciate the immersive level design, diverse classes, and ability combinations that enhance replay value, others note a lack of enemy variety and content updates that could diminish long-term engagement. Many reviews highlight the fun and addictive nature of replaying missions, but concerns about resource costs for character upgrades and the potential for quick loss of replay value after completing the storyline are also prevalent. In summary, the game offers solid replayability, but its longevity may depend on future updates and content expansions.
- “Immersive level design, potential for ability combinations, and great replay value.”
- “The game offers interesting classes and abilities (with their own progressions), maps that provide decent replayability in combination with the difficulty system, as well as how the economy is set up in conjunction with the consistent gifting of needed resources from the development team.”
- “This game has replay value galore and is made with quality, and has the polish of a great game which it is.”
- “The lack of variety in enemies makes replay value drop considerably.”
- “Also, once you have gone through 4 acts of the storyline, the game loses replay value quickly.”
- “But it's at least worth four stars, and maybe five (will depend on how long the game goes and its replayability factor, which I don't know yet).”
character development
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
39%
13%
Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its depth and variety, particularly through crafting and gear options, while others criticize the linear storyline and the grind required to unlock certain features. Many appreciate the engaging gameplay and character design, but some express frustration over monetization aspects that hinder character progression. Overall, while the character development system is seen as robust by some, it is marred by concerns over accessibility and the need for in-game currency.
- “This game is engaging, action-packed, has a proper character development path that is detailed yet not clunky.”
- “Storyline is engaging and character development takes a while but is interesting, many different builds you can realize through the crafting element.”
- “Character development and gameplay are great.”
- “And there is a storyline, but it's entirely linear and cannot disguise that this is a game of min/maxing combat stats; no character development.”
- “If there were more interesting enemies, more bosses, more items, more meaningful choice in character development and tactics, and less 'eternal' mind-numbing tap-grind, it might be worth a long-term stay.”
- “Game is good to pass time, the story seems lacking, character development should never cost money in the manner as is.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
21%
Players express mixed emotions about the game's controls and story, with some finding the automatic movement frustrating and desiring more control options like a virtual joystick. While the music is praised for its quality, it can also feel overwhelming, contributing to an emotionally draining experience. Despite these issues, many appreciate the game's wholesome nature and engaging content, highlighting its emotional appeal compared to other mobile games.
- “For the love of god, the epic music scores at home area are good but are emotionally draining because they just don't stop.”
- “Feels like playing a wholesome game, not an ad-filled microtransaction abomination of an app like most mobile games.”
- “More heartfelt and engaging than its competitors.”
- “It's a pretty average, boring story with lame characters.”
- “Boring story.”
- “Boring story...”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its excellent graphics, immersive settings, and engaging musical score, which collectively create a captivating experience. Players appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of titles like Diablo 3, along with the unique Scandinavian ambiance and effective progression system that enhance the overall atmosphere.
- “Good graphics, good gameplay, and controls (basically point and attack to target without overcomplications), good atmospherics.”
- “Musical score and themes make for exciting atmospheres.”
- “I really enjoy the game's Scandinavian atmosphere and its crafting system is so good!”