Forge of Gods
- May 6, 2016
- Panoramik Inc
Forge of Gods is a free-to-play fantasy strategy game. Collect and upgrade heroes, build your own city, and battle against other players or epic bosses in this addictive game with stunning visuals and deep gameplay. Join the war of the gods now and prove your strategic skills!
Reviews
- The game has an interesting and funny way of evolving units, making it engaging for players.
- It features a fair free-to-play model, allowing players to progress without spending money if they are patient.
- The community is supportive, with players sharing tips and codes for free units and DLC.
- The game has a very low drop rate for vital materials, making progression frustrating without spending money.
- It is criticized for being overly simplistic and not truly tactical, resembling a mobile clicker game more than an RPG.
- Many players feel it is pay-to-win, requiring significant monetary investment to enjoy the game fully.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay mechanics of the game are praised for their quality, with some users highlighting it as potentially one of their favorites. However, the experience is marred by a pay-to-win model that requires significant financial investment to progress, leading to frustration among players who seek a more balanced, free-to-play experience. Overall, while the core gameplay is solid, the monetization strategy detracts from its enjoyment.
“Pros: gameplay is perfect.”
“Gameplay without all this pay-to-win is great.”
“This game could have been one of my favorites due to its mechanics, but sadly you can't progress without wasting hundreds of euros. I could talk about the positive aspects of the game, and it has a fair amount of them, but it's not worth it. This game is not a free-to-play title; it's sadly just an imported cash grab with a pay-to-play model.”
“Does anyone know a similar game with those mechanics where you can progress while playing and not paying?”
“It's one of the most antisocial games I've ever played and seen. Sadly, because the gameplay without all this pay-to-win nonsense is great.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the mobile app on Steam is heavily criticized for its reliance on in-game microtransactions, with players needing to spend exorbitant amounts—potentially over €1000—to achieve the highest VIP status. The DLC offered is essentially equivalent to in-app purchases, making it difficult for players who do not wish to spend money to progress in the game.
“The mobile app is being sold on Steam, and the DLC is essentially what in-app purchases would be.”
“Achieving the highest VIP status requires significant investment; to reach level 15, you need to buy 45,000 crystals, which costs around €1,000. Even with buffs, progressing without spending is nearly impossible.”
“The mobile app is being sold on Steam, and the 'DLC' is essentially just what in-app purchases would be.”
“To reach the highest VIP status, which you can only obtain through in-game microtransactions, you need to buy 45,000 crystals. This costs around €50 for just 1,500 crystals, and even with some buffs, you won't reach that VIP level without spending over €1,000. If you choose not to pay and just play, you can't progress at all.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish style reminiscent of 1980s aesthetics, giving the game an old-school RPG feel.
“Graphically, it's very cartoonish, reminiscent of the 80s.”
“Overall, this has a bit of an old-school RPG feel graphically.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a robust story that includes character upgrades and the management of a personal castle, which generates free currency. Players can engage in daily and overall quests that reward them with ample resources, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“The game features a captivating story that keeps you engaged throughout your journey.”
“The quests are well-designed, providing a rich narrative experience alongside valuable rewards.”
“The character development is deeply intertwined with the story, making every upgrade feel meaningful.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its interesting and amusing approach to unit evolution, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
“It was a very interesting and funny way of evolving units.”
“The humor in the dialogue kept me laughing throughout the game.”
“I loved the quirky characters and their hilarious interactions!”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, indicating that it requires an unbalanced amount of time and effort to progress.
“The game feels excessively grindy, making progress feel tedious.”
“I found the grinding mechanics to be overwhelming and not enjoyable.”
“The amount of grinding required to level up is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”