Etherion Online

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Gear up! Become a prestige master in weapons or master a skill - join thousands of other players in this massive 2D adventure!

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47%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

The game has a passionate development team that actively listens to community feedback and is working on improvements.
The combat system is unique and can be fun, especially when playing with friends in chaotic dungeon scenarios.
The social aspect of the game allows for interaction with a diverse community, making it enjoyable to play with others.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, with microtransactions that create an unfair advantage for players who spend money.
There is a lack of guidance for new players, with no tutorial or clear instructions, leading to confusion and frustration.
The game suffers from severe performance issues, including frequent server crashes and lag, making it nearly unplayable.

grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some enjoy the chaotic and social experience of farming dungeons with others, others find the grind tedious and excessive, especially at higher levels. The community and active staff are seen as positives, but the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a significant time commitment that can detract from enjoyment.
- “Speaking of extensive amounts of time, this is the perfect chance to mention the gameplay... it's extremely tedious.”
- “MMOs tend to become tedious after a large amount of time spent on the game, becoming exceedingly more grindy the higher level you are.”
- “An AK-47 is worth around 75k, so good luck grinding for that just to keep up.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics in Etherion Online have been criticized as subpar, described as "lazy pixelcrap" that lacks the quality of modern visuals. While some players find charm in retro aesthetics, many feel that the game's graphics are a significant drawback, especially when compared to successful titles like Terraria and Stardew Valley, which managed to excel despite their simpler designs.
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Although these games are more than a decade old, Etherion Online still seems to be underwhelming in graphics and game design despite this difference.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The gameplay is described as both fun and competitive, offering a laid-back experience, but it can also be tedious at times. The social aspect of the game is highlighted as a key redeeming quality amidst the gameplay's challenges.
- “Very fun game, competitive gameplay and also laid-back gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a perfect balance between competition and relaxation.”
- “The social aspect of the game enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The gameplay is extremely tedious.”
- “The only redeeming quality of the gameplay is likely the social aspect of the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting significant performance and lag issues, while others note that the PC version runs smoothly and is well-optimized.
- “Well... this is an exact replica that is actually optimized and runs smoothly on PC.”
- “There are terrible performance and lag issues.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it as a cash grab due to the prevalence of mobile app store-style microtransactions, suggesting that it is not truly free to play.
- “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “This game is a cash grab; play at your own risk.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with no in-game guides, quests, or interactable NPCs, making it difficult for players to engage with the narrative. Additionally, the pay-to-win mechanics detract from the overall experience.
- “Would've liked to give it more of a chance, but it's very pay-to-win. There are no in-game guides, story, or quests, and you can PvP in dungeons.”
- “No interactable NPCs or quests that I could find.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is currently experiencing stability issues, with users reporting bugs; however, it is acknowledged that the developers are actively working on improvements.
- “The game is buggy, but it's new and being worked on.”
- “Frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “I encountered multiple glitches that disrupted my experience.”