Gods of Olympus
- December 4, 2015
- Aegis Interactive, LLC
"Gods of Olympus" is a strategy game that lets you command the gods of Olympus in battles across ancient Greece. With its ingenious story, phenomenal gameplay, and outstanding graphics, it offers an engaging and often hilarious experience. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and bugs that may impact gameplay. According to the game, you'll "command the gods of Olympus as they battle through ancient Greece" in this epic adventure.
Reviews
- graphics478 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 16 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, charm, and detail. While some reviews suggest that there is room for refinement and improvement, particularly in terms of interface and certain character designs, the overall consensus is that the visuals significantly enhance the gameplay experience. Many players find the graphics to be a standout feature, contributing to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“The graphics are amazing and the battles are equally engaging.”
“The graphics are great and the app loads fairly well with even sketchy internet bandwidth.”
“Amazing graphics and easily understood but challenging gameplay combined with the might of the Greek pantheon gives this a 5 stars from me!”
“The graphics stink and the gods look very stupid.”
“Very poor graphics, game looks very cheap and gameplay very poor.”
“Worst game ever, all graphics are glitchy and everything is animated terribly.”
- gameplay187 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and lack of waiting times for building or upgrades. Users appreciate the strategic depth and variety of gameplay modes, as well as the appealing graphics that enhance the overall experience. However, some players have noted inconsistencies in mechanics and a desire for additional features or gods to further enrich the gameplay.
“The gameplay loop is fun and addicting, the visuals have a wonderful level of charm, and the writing is actually decent.”
“The gameplay is smooth, I like the game a lot.”
“Amazing graphics and easily understood but challenging gameplay combined with the might of the Greek pantheon gives this a 5 stars from me!”
“I expected another dime-a-dozen build and battle mobile game with awful microtransactions and minimal gameplay.”
“The gameplay is just meh nowadays too and events are fiscally oriented.”
“Very poor standard of gameplay.”
- story116 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative centered around Greek mythology and the unique abilities of various gods. However, many users express a desire for more depth, additional gods, and side quests to enhance the storyline, as well as concerns about the increasing difficulty of missions. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are praised, there is a consensus that expanding the story and quest options could significantly improve the experience.
“The storyline is unique and everything is going good so far, but try making it easier to acquire more resources.”
“I love this game; the features are amazing, and there are so many ways to play, like just destroying towns or upgrading your gods or just the story. I recommend this game by a long shot.”
“This game is fun, good, but the story is weird; I buy Ares, but I am fighting him???”
“The story mode is hard.”
“Just started, doesn't seem too bad but the story mission definitely jumps in difficulty after level 4.”
“The game is very well made but not completely true to the Greek mythology story.”
- monetization105 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with users consistently highlighting the absence of ads as a significant advantage, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay. While there are optional in-app purchases available, players feel that the game is not pay-to-win and can be enjoyed fully without spending money. Overall, the lack of intrusive advertisements and the absence of build times contribute to a positive gaming experience.
“Best game for free to play players, no ads and no build times.”
“No need to wait hours to build things, the campaign is free to play (no nectar necessary to play), no ads and the gods are really well created.”
“While there are in-app purchases, it's not required to progress in the game.”
“Earlier it was fun.. now it's just a cash grab.. the daily challenge begins with such tough challenges that you need to spend cash to win.”
“If you think it is too good to be true, and that it may at least have a lot of ads, you are mistaken, it is actually hard to find any.”
“I have always hated games with lots of ads.”
- stability50 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and issues with game mechanics that hinder gameplay. While some players still enjoy the game despite these problems, the overall sentiment indicates a need for substantial improvements to address the bugs and enhance the user experience. Regular updates and fixes have been noted, but many players feel that the game remains too unstable for optimal enjoyment.
“No unwanted ads, no glitches, no lag.”
“Had no glitches or anything.”
“The best game I have played like ever, no glitches at all.”
“Sometimes when I try to claim the loot from the chests, it glitches and they disappear.”
“The base preset system is really buggy; I'll select my second one, and then it will change back to my first automatically.”
“It's a fun game, but it gets very glitchy and it freezes a lot.”
- grinding33 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game receives mixed feedback; while many players find it enjoyable and addictive, they also note that it can become repetitive and time-consuming, especially at higher levels. Some appreciate the lack of wait timers and instant builds, which alleviate some grind-related frustrations, but others express a desire for more efficient resource farming and less restrictive mechanics. Overall, the game is seen as fun but can lead to significant grinding, particularly as players progress.
“It's a very fun game, and the battles aren't tedious.”
“Pretty entertaining, clean look, not too grindy.”
“No tedious time waste.”
“Extremely thankful for not having wait timers, awesome little game although it does get stale after a while as you have to buy the upgrades, so it's a lot of grinding.”
“Grinding out for resources gets repetitive.”
“Great game, but the only downside is after a bit it's just grinding for hours; otherwise, very good game and I do suggest it!”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny character designs and amusing scenarios involving Greek gods. Many reviewers highlight the game's entertaining mechanics and the lighthearted tone, making it both fun to play and laugh at. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience, enhancing its appeal.
“I love the game; it's amazing and it makes you feel like you're the boss. I highly recommend this game because it has funny costumes and much more.”
“This is truly one of the best games I have ever played. A funny thing I noticed is that all my gods being level 14 have over 20,000 health, while Apollo has only 9,000. Ironic, seeing as he is the god of healing!”
“Very funny, well made, great theming, and interesting mechanics.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and optimization, running well even on low-end devices with minimal lag. Players appreciate the easy gameplay mechanics and quick battles, although some suggest that control optimization could be improved. The developers are noted for their responsiveness, contributing to a positive user experience.
“Runs smoothly, has some originality to it and it doesn't make you waste days for a simple build.”
“Enjoying the mechanics and the game runs smoothly, definitely worth the time.”
“The game runs smoothly, nice gameplay, easy to play and the devs are responsive.”
“Control needs to be optimized.”
“Matchups are based on last attack performance.”
“If you love Greek gods, then believe me, you'll love this game's performance.”
- music6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, complementing the engaging gameplay and visually appealing graphics. Players find it enjoyable to play alongside other activities, such as watching TV or listening to music, and many consider the music to be one of the standout features of the game.
“Visually appealing, great music, and fun.”
“This game has very nice gameplay and the music matches with it.”
“Good graphics, good gameplay, great music.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's overall quality but express a desire for more playable gods and characters to enhance replayability. The lack of offline features is also noted as a limitation, suggesting that expanding these elements could significantly improve the game's longevity and enjoyment.
“Great game, but it needs more playable gods for the overworld.”
“I do think it would be better if all the Olympians were playable, but overall it's great.”
“It's a good game, but I think you should make the offline feature playable so we can enjoy it on days we don't have data.”
“It's a good game, but I think you should make the offline feature playable so we can play on days we don't have data.”
“I wish there were more playable characters, but this game is still an easy 4.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of frustration and attachment to the game, highlighting emotional challenges such as losing progress and experiencing technical issues that hinder gameplay. Despite these setbacks, many find the game deeply engaging and heartwarming, indicating a strong emotional connection that keeps them invested. Overall, the emotional experience is characterized by both disappointment and affection for the game's mechanics and community.
“I've been on the game for years grinding for money to upgrade gods. It's very hard; I managed to reach level 69 or so, but now I can't recover my account that I had backed up with Google Play Games, which was very heartbreaking. I reached out for help but to no avail.”
“This is a mind-blowing game. I like this game forever; my level is 53. It's a very good game, and we can earn gems just by upgrading levels. It is such a nice game; it is a heart-touching game, so download it, guys.”
- character development3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development in the game, highlighting strong character design and a deep connection to the narrative, particularly with Hermes. However, some note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, which may affect the overall experience.
“Hell of a game 5/5 stars... what are you still reading for? Download it! Edit: 1 year later, I still love the game and was a non-acknowledged associate in Hermes' character development.”
“Good game, good character design.”
“I love the character design.”
“Hell of a game 5/5 stars... but the character development for Hermes felt non-existent.”
“I love the character design.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as friendly and welcoming, contributing to a positive overall experience for players.
“Its system is fair, and its atmosphere is overall friendly.”