Gran Saga

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Gran Saga is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing game. It was developed by NPIXEL and was released on January 26, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Gran Saga is an immersive Open World MMORPG, offering a single-player experience within a massive multi-player environment. Embark on a knight's journey to save the cursed kingdom, battling stunning visuals and excellent gameplay. Dive into a dreamlike adventure with a gripping story that unfolds in a gigantic, beautifully rendered world."

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Audience ScoreBased on 401 reviews

graphics32 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features stunning 3D graphics and detailed character designs that enhance the overall visual experience.
The story is engaging and immersive, keeping players entertained throughout their journey.
Customization options for characters and the ability to equip armor that changes visuals are highly appreciated.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and laggy frame rates, even on lower settings, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
The auto-play feature is overly emphasized, making the game feel less interactive and more like an idle experience.
There are issues with server connectivity and bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration among players.

graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
19%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their vibrancy, detail, and aesthetic appeal, with many users noting the impressive character designs and world-building. While the visuals are often described as breathtaking and well-optimized, some players have reported issues with frame rates and the need for further optimization. Despite these minor concerns, the graphics are consistently highlighted as a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics are phenomenal and the fact that equipping armor actually appears as a costume change is incredible.”
- “The graphics are super vibrant and sharp, the characters each have their own charms and quirks, and the overall world building and aesthetic are quite pleasing.”
- “One of the most beautiful graphics in mobile games, the story is exciting and amazing character customization.”
- “I have to open graphic options and close it again to make the frame rate maximum again.”
- “The FPS keeps getting stuck at 30 every time it transitions between maps; it can only go back to 60 when I open the graphics settings menu.”
- “Please fix the high frame rate; it's automatically off even though my phone can handle the high graphics, and it disappears after the scene.”
story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
32%
10%
The story is generally praised for being immersive, engaging, and well-crafted, with many users highlighting its exciting plot and strong character development. However, some players express frustration with the auto quest feature, which they feel detracts from the experience, and note that progression can be gated by grind-heavy content. Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics, voice acting, and a compelling narrative contributes to a positive reception of the game's story.
- “The story is immersible and entertaining.”
- “Great story, combat, and graphics.”
- “A beautifully designed game with a suspenseful story and easy to understand game mechanics, truly refreshing.”
- “I used Vulkan and it's smooth in the open world, though the story animations are jagged, which makes the experience not entertaining at all.”
- “It's very hard to progress the main quest because the amount of grind content is very gated.”
- “But it seems for now, chapter 6 is the last of the story.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
27%
14%
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, praised for its engaging story, beautiful graphics, and fun combat mechanics. However, some players find it lacking in depth and innovation compared to newer titles, with criticisms aimed at reliance on auto-play features and a desire for more dynamic gameplay elements. Overall, while many enjoy the experience, there are calls for enhancements to make it more compelling.
- “Feel different unique gameplay with a sense of Final Fantasy feels.”
- “A beautifully designed game with a suspenseful story and easy to understand game mechanics, truly refreshing.”
- “Beautiful graphics and amazing gameplay.”
- “Beautiful game that does justice to the Gran Saga world and franchise, but sadly the gameplay is pretty mild.”
- “It's an old cheap mechanic to stop having auto in games.”
- “As for the downsides, that primarily comes down to the gameplay.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some players appreciate the improved graphics performance and find the game well-optimized even at lower settings, others report issues such as lag, stuttering, and a need for further optimization to enhance gameplay on less powerful devices.
- “Very well optimized and beautiful graphics even at the lowest settings.”
- “That's it, just some slight optimization and overall improvement on graphic performance so I could enjoy the game even longer.”
- “I'm getting lag sometimes and need more optimization.”
- “My phone isn't the best, but with some optimization, this game could run smoothly at normal settings.”
- “Stuttering, bad optimization.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization system has been criticized for its intrusive ads, which not only clutter the user experience with constant notifications but also diminish the value of in-game rewards. Players express frustration over the prevalence of ads and the unnecessary censorship of non-offensive language, detracting from overall enjoyment.
- “The bad notification system in-game constantly alerts me about 'unread mail,' but it's just useless ads that I refuse to watch.”
- “Ads completely undermine the rewards system.”
- “I understand that you have many sponsorships from ads, but please don't censor words that aren't actually offensive.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game generally performs well, but users have noted occasional stability issues that can affect gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly and consistently, providing a stable experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I rarely encounter crashes or bugs.”
- “The performance is reliable, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is praised for its impressive character design and stunning battle effects, while the moderate gacha rate adds a friendly element to acquiring new characters.