GRANADO ESPADA

Granado Espada is about discovering new continents during Europe’s Age of Exploration era between the 1500s and 1700's. The Multi character control (MCC) is the most unique feature of the game, allowing players to control a party of up to three characters at a time. The approach to this style of game play makes Granado Espada feel like a hybrid MMORPG and RTS. Granada Espada's automatic hunting s…

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Reviews

45%

Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews

music25 positive mentions

grinding22 negative mentions

Unique multi-character control system allows players to manage three characters simultaneously, providing a distinct gameplay experience.
The game features a beautiful soundtrack and stylish character designs, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.
Players can enjoy AFK grinding, allowing for passive progression while engaging in other activities.

The game is plagued by technical issues, including failure to launch and compatibility problems with modern operating systems.
Heavily criticized for its pay-to-win mechanics, making it difficult for free-to-play users to progress without spending money.
The community is dwindling, leading to a lack of players for group content and a generally unwelcoming environment for newcomers.

music
42 mentions
60 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its diverse and high-quality soundtrack that ranges from orchestral to electronic genres. Players appreciate the immersive experience the music provides, often describing it as one of the best aspects of the game, even recommending the soundtrack for those who may not play the game itself. However, some users noted issues with sound effects and gameplay, but overall, the music remains a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “It has an amazing world (this kind of world in an MMO is right up my alley) and it has some of the best OST I've ever heard in any game.”
- “Hands down the best soundtrack of any game to date.”
- “The music really made the game.”
- “No sound (music, effect, all sound)”
- “Doesn't have interesting gameplay, plus music and sound effects were pretty bad.”
- “I can't listen to the music anymore, because when I do I suddenly get PTSD flashbacks of some horrid times involving horrible money sink RNG systems in game.”
story
33 mentions
21 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as intriguing and deep, with unique character arcs and engaging quests, though some players find the translation quality lacking. While many appreciate the fun plot and side stories, others criticize the lack of a cohesive main storyline and the non-intuitive quest design. Overall, the narrative experience is mixed, with some players enjoying the storytelling and character interactions, while others feel it falls short due to translation issues and gameplay mechanics.
- “Intriguing story lines.”
- “Btw this game music is legit, nice character design, interesting story mode !!!”
- “Storyline is fun, deep, hard, challenging”
- “There's no real plot or storyline to speak of, and plenty of Engrish dialogue to go around -- in-game and out.”
- “Tldr; this game has beautiful artwork, an amazing soundtrack, and an interesting theme (and storyline, if you can get past the atrocious English translation work... did they hire a 5-year-old to translate this?!).”
- “The story of Granado Espada is not really the best ever, but it's... eh, decent?”
grinding
22 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players describing it as a "mindless grinding hell" typical of Korean MMORPGs, requiring extensive time investment for both currency and gear. Many players report spending months or even years on afk grinding to access endgame content, often leading to frustration over the game's pay-to-win mechanics and the sheer volume of grinding needed. While some appreciate the ability to afk farm, the overall sentiment is that the grinding is excessive and can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
- “The Korean-style grinding was noticeable in the middle and went exponentially at the end.”
- “However, you'll spend months, if not years, afk grinding just to be able to do some of the endgame content. I got into endgame content after 2+ years of afk grinding and dying because I forgot to refill bullets (back when you had to) before I went afk overnight.”
- “The endgame is one long grind that either costs a fortune in real cash (I was young and naive and spent 800 dollars on it over 5 years) or hundreds upon hundreds of hours of grinding, requiring a clan and high-level gear to access many of the endgame content.”
graphics
20 mentions
35 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful artwork and aesthetic design, while others note that the visuals are outdated and reminiscent of older titles, such as those from the PS2 era. Despite the dated graphics, many appreciate the unique art style and thematic elements, suggesting that they still hold appeal for fans of the genre. Overall, while the graphics may not compete with modern standards, they are considered decent and visually engaging by some players.
- “Great graphics.”
- “Still entranced by the graphics, music, themes, and character system; I downloaded it again.”
- “The graphics were gorgeous; I believe they even won some awards for it, but the best part was its soundtrack.”
- “Sound, graphics, mechanics - everything in this game belongs to 1999.”
- “The visuals are okay, if a little dated, but everything else is just typical, boring MMO material.”
- “Graphics are a bit outdated.”
gameplay
20 mentions
20 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by easy-to-use mechanics and a diverse character roster, allowing players to engage in quests in their own way. While some players appreciate the unique multi-character control system and the scale of content, others criticize the lack of exciting combat and the necessity of spending money to fully enjoy the game. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some finding the gameplay fascinating and enjoyable, while others feel it falls short in terms of excitement and depth.
- “Easy to use game mechanics and lots of quests to play your own way.”
- “Enjoyed the unique character/team mechanic of the game.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it was actually fun and unique at the time.”
- “But...if you have any interest in actual exciting combat or gameplay, well-written characters or dialogue, end-game content or raids and don't want to spend $800 to make that happen, go play just about anything else.”
- “I really tried to go into Granado with an open mind, but no matter how much I tried to change my view, the game's mechanics spoke for themselves.”
- “Doesn't have interesting gameplay, plus the music and sound effects were pretty bad.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by a mix of intentional and unintentional comedic elements, such as quirky character designs and amusing bugs that elicit laughter. Players find the poor translation work particularly funny, alongside the absurdity of delayed character recruitment quests and the awkward mechanics of stationary pets. Overall, while the humor can be entertaining, it often stems from the game's flaws rather than its intended comedic content.
- “Though there have been some bugs from lag that made me laugh out loud at times!”
- “The funny part is that they purposely implemented pets to remain stationary for a second or two before picking up items.”
- “But the worst part is the translation work this game got... holy cow, is it hilariously bad.”
monetization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game features highly criticized monetization practices that detract from its unique qualities, with users expressing hope for improvements to address these cash grab tactics.
- “An extremely unique game mired by extremely disgusting monetization practices.”
- “All this is void if they've fixed the cash grabs.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being poor, with users reporting a buggy user interface and frequent glitches that detract from the overall experience.
- “The user interface is very bad and extremely buggy.”
- “Yes, sometimes it feels like a very buggy game.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character design and find the story mode engaging, suggesting that the character development is enhanced by a compelling narrative and appealing visuals.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of each character add so much depth to the overall narrative.”