Evertale

"Evertale" is a single-player fantasy role-playing game with an intriguing story, fabulous mechanics, and stunning graphics/soundtrack. The game allows you to catch and evolve monsters while exploring an expansive open world. However, players should be prepared for lots of grinding, annoying ads, bugs, and occasional emotional moments.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

story2,100 positive mentions

monetization1,236 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and character designs, making it visually appealing.
The storyline is engaging and well-written, keeping players interested throughout the game.
The combat system is unique and strategic, requiring players to think carefully about their moves.

The game has a heavy pay-to-win aspect, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress.
The gacha system has extremely low drop rates for SSR characters, leading to frustration among players.
After completing the offline story, the game shifts to a linear format with mana costs, limiting exploration and enjoyment.

story
4,327 mentions
49 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story of Evertale is generally well-received, with many players praising its engaging narrative and character development. However, opinions diverge significantly after the initial offline story mode; while some enjoy the depth and creativity of the plot, others find the transition to the online story mode disappointing, citing issues like the removal of free-roaming exploration and the introduction of a mana system that limits gameplay. Additionally, the gacha mechanics and low drop rates for characters have led to frustration among players, impacting their overall enjoyment of the story.
- “The story is engaging and the dialogue isn't rife with errors like many other RPG apps.”
- “The plot of everything in the game is amazing, links can be made between side stories and the main story which is really cool, as well as a plot within the main story that is forever growing and keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The story is unique and well-crafted, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you invested.”
- “The story is too boring for me, but I enjoyed the Snow White sub-story, and I think those little stories are probably the best they got, but it's still nothing amazing.”
- “The game has potential but clearly Zigza doesn't care anymore, the main story is abandoned and the devs are focused on boring inconsistent side stories.”
- “The online story mode is terrible! It should be free roaming like the offline story.”
gameplay
1,409 mentions
49 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Evertale has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics and nostalgic RPG elements reminiscent of Pokémon and classic turn-based games. However, criticisms often focus on the game's heavy reliance on gacha mechanics, which can lead to a pay-to-win experience, as well as a lack of depth in later stages, particularly after the initial offline story. While the graphics and story are generally praised, the gameplay can feel repetitive and is often marred by misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the actual game experience.
- “Evertale has an amazing story and engaging gameplay, but I'm having a frustrating issue in one of the story quests.”
- “The gameplay is fluid and fun.”
- “This game is a gem, interactive storyline with great mechanics, fun combat, immersive crafting and upgrade functions, cool characters, and the list goes on!”
- “New characters completely disregard previously established game mechanics, and every new character that is released changes the meta in a way that most characters become useless a few months after they're released.”
- “The gameplay is so passive it may as well be AFK.”
- “The gameplay is horrendous, super slow, terrible graphics, and terrible story.”
monetization
1,393 mentions
4 % positive mentions
8 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to aggressive in-app purchases and low character summon rates. The game's advertisements are widely regarded as misleading, portraying it as a horror-themed RPG akin to Pokémon, while the actual gameplay is described as a generic gacha game with heavy reliance on microtransactions. Players express disappointment over the disparity between the advertised content and the actual game experience, leading to frustration and a sense of being scammed.
- “No ads is a bonus, but that's all you're paying for in buying the game.”
- “The game is fantastic but pricing for microtransactions is awful; $24 for 10 rolls is rough.”
- “It's nice to finally be able to just buy the game and not have to wade through a million microtransactions.”
- “You never get any characters. Spent $100 to get only 1 SSR character 😒 massive scam, and cash grab.”
- “The worst part of the game is the monetization; the amount of farmable soulstones is too little.”
- “The ads for this game are more than misleading; they're blatantly lying.”
graphics
1,069 mentions
73 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and detail, with many users highlighting the stunning artwork and character designs that evoke nostalgia for classic RPGs. While some players noted issues with lag and misleading advertisements regarding the visual style, the overall consensus is that the graphics are a strong point of the game, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience. However, there are concerns about the sexualization of certain character designs, which some players found inappropriate.
- “The graphics are stunning and the storyline is captivating, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you on your toes.”
- “The graphics are amazing, a variety of monsters, and unique events.”
- “Beautiful graphics, a ton of allies to recruit, an engaging story, and fun combat.”
- “The graphics are pretty subpar, and look like they were thrown together from the limited selection of an RPG Maker title from way back in the day.”
- “The graphics, story, and especially the characters, it's a wonderful game!”
- “The very fact that this game advertises itself as a game with retro Pokémon graphics and horror/gore elements online, but with modern anime graphics and a 3D bright cute art on the store is all I need to know this game is garbage.”
grinding
284 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-oriented, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive time required to progress, particularly in obtaining characters and resources. While some enjoy the grinding aspect as part of the RPG experience, others find it tedious and feel that the low drop rates and pay-to-win mechanics detract from overall enjoyment. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant barrier to enjoyment, especially for free-to-play players.
- “The game is great on its own, nice gameplay, fun storyline, and cool designs, but the hero summon rates are way too low, and the game is way too grindy. You have to waste a lot of soul crystals for a small chance of maybe getting the hero you want.”
- “It's very grindy; the turn-based combat gameplay was actually fun, but the grind for money, characters, and whatever crystals they had was too much.”
- “The only other issue is the massive amount of grinding required.”
music
144 mentions
63 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many players noting its nostalgic qualities reminiscent of classic RPGs. While some find the soundtrack captivating and fitting for the game's atmosphere, others mention that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite some technical issues and gameplay concerns.
- “The music also takes me back to those PS2 RPG games.”
- “The graphics and music are stunningly beautiful, the combat is easy to learn but challenging to master, and the story and world have a lot of thought and effort put into them.”
- “Great graphics, great music, an enthralling storyline... I love this game!”
- “The soundtrack is okay and the graphics are mediocre at best.”
- “The game is great, graphics are cool but the battle music is boring so I can't keep my eyes open and fall asleep.”
- “Only thing that's mediocre is the music.”
character development
96 mentions
70 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally praised for its depth and engaging storylines, with many players appreciating the unique and visually appealing character designs. However, there are mixed feelings regarding the recent trend of overly sexualized designs, which some players find detracts from the overall experience. While the character designs are often highlighted as a strong point, concerns about microtransactions and gameplay mechanics also surface, indicating a desire for a more balanced approach to character evolution and development.
- “The character designs are very unique and the story is pretty interesting.”
- “I like the story's progression with some character development to go along with it.”
- “The atmosphere and character design are flawless, engaging and beautiful.”
- “The dialogue and character design leaves much to be desired.”
- “The big issue are some of the character designs, specifically the most recent character.”
- “The current ads are strange and misleading, new character designs have ridiculous amounts of fan service even by gacha game standards, best to just avoid this sinking ship of a game altogether.”
stability
80 mentions
10 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced smooth performance, the majority highlight issues such as input lag, loading screen problems, and bugs that hinder progress, particularly in online modes. Overall, the game is described as "buggy" and "unoptimized," leading to frustration and diminished enjoyment for many players.
- “Anyways, the game runs great and is fun.”
- “The storyline is wonderful, the devs aren't greedy for money and the best part is, it is bug-free (at least till chapter 4).”
- “The gameplay is smooth and controls aren't buggy.”
- “The online story crashes and is buggy, and it's not even an open world anymore.”
- “Constant freezes and long loading screens, huge delays, and input lag, it's just abysmal.”
- “I will play for about 10 to 15 minutes before the game freezes up and I have to force quit and restart it.”
optimization
35 mentions
34 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant lag and performance drops, particularly on lower-end devices. While some users report smooth gameplay and good performance on higher-end devices, others highlight issues with slow UI responsiveness and graphical problems. There is a strong demand for optimization updates to improve the overall experience, especially for those using less powerful hardware.
- “I'd suggest to try to improve the performance overall of the game; it feels a bit sloppy and laggy at times and smooth like butter at other times.”
- “The game is good, fun combat system, but please optimize the game's performance.”
- “So far so good... the mechanic is great... the game is well-optimized... I hope that the devs wouldn't stop bringing updates and events to this game, thank you!”
- “Too laggy for my device, needs optimizations.”
- “The game is good and quite fun, but it's marred by poor optimization, tons of lag, and constant crashing sending me back to my screensaver even with the battery saver option on.”
- “Some of the worst optimization I've ever seen.”
humor
25 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the witty dialogues, engaging characters, and amusing plot twists reminiscent of classic JRPGs. Many reviews highlight the game's satirical take on capitalism and gacha mechanics, often finding humor in the absurdity of its monetization strategies and advertising. Overall, the blend of funny moments and dark humor contributes to a lighthearted gaming experience, despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics.
- “Act 1 was really fun with funny dialogues, engaging characters, great gameplay, and a nice plot.”
- “The main cast of characters with familiar yet distinct characteristics tells many beautiful (and funny, dark, sad, etc.) stories, which reminds me of JRPGs back in the 90s, the golden era of gaming.”
- “I've been playing this game for a while now and it's actually very enjoyable; the story is full of humor.”
emotional
17 mentions
88 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
Players frequently highlight the game's emotional impact, praising its heartwarming and engaging storyline that evokes strong feelings, particularly at the conclusion of chapters. While many appreciate the nostalgic RPG elements and the emotional investment required, some express frustration with gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the emotional depth of the narrative is a significant draw, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay challenges and controls.
- “This game is fantastic in the standard of a mobile game. I can personally say that this is the best and most rewarding game with a touching story that you can simply play when you're just relaxing or looking for something to do.”
- “I felt very emotional after the end of all the chapters.”
- “The story here is really heart touching; I hope the next chapter will be more interesting.”
- “Very much a gacha game, but requires very little skill and has a very boring story.”
- “Secret data eater, hate this app. The game is totally nonsensical with a long, boring story.”
replayability
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is largely criticized, with many players feeling that once the main story is completed, there is little incentive to play again. Suggestions for improvement include adding an offline hard mode and rewards for replaying the story, as well as enhancing character progression to make repeated playthroughs more engaging. Overall, the current lack of meaningful replay options leaves players disappointed.
- “Honestly, they just need to give away mana potions or allow for the offline story to be replayable with rewards that increase in power every time you replay, also increasing the difficulty each time you replay the story.”
- “Suggestion: add an offline hard mode as an option for character progression and replay value.”
- “I'll update with replayability, et al.”
- “Very limited replayability, if any at all.”
- “Honestly, they just need to give away mana potions or allow for the offline story to be replayable with rewards that increase in power every time you replay, also increase the difficulty every time you replay the story.”
- “This would be fine to increase content and replayability, but it's done poorly.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highlighted by its engaging music and beautiful character design, creating a unique blend reminiscent of Final Fantasy and Pokémon. However, some players feel that the psychological horror elements advertised are absent in the actual gameplay. Overall, while the core game may be standard for a gacha, the social and musical atmosphere stands out as a significant strength.
- “The game itself is pretty standard for a gacha, but the social atmosphere is top notch.”
- “Really feeling the music atmosphere and have to say that that's probably its best feature.”
- “The atmosphere and character design are flawless, engaging, and beautiful.”
- “None of the psychological horror and atmosphere in the ads actually exists in the game.”