Grepolis Classic: Strategy MMO

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Grepolis Classic: Strategy MMO is a free-to-play game set in Ancient Greece, where you build and manage your city, raise armies, and form alliances to conquer islands. With a spartan or athenian starting point, the game offers an intriguing story and good gameplay, but be prepared for lots of grinding, bugs, and excessive advertisements.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

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

Grepolis Classic: Strategy MMO screenshot

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,842 reviews

graphics103 positive mentions

stability112 negative mentions

graphics
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
32%
5%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful and detailed visuals, while others criticize the lack of animation and outdated design elements. Many users express a desire for improvements and updates to enhance the overall aesthetic appeal, noting that the current graphics can feel static or simplistic. Overall, while some find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, a significant number of players feel that a graphics overhaul is necessary for a more engaging experience.
- “Absolutely love this game and it has very good graphics.”
- “The graphics are rich and detailed.”
- “There are no words to describe this fantastically gorgeous game, apart from its smoothly well-shaped graphics and gameplay.”
- “I'm a bit disappointed with the graphics and overall lack of detail in the game; it desperately needs a makeover to make it at least as aesthetically pleasing as Forge of Empires.”
- “They have used cheap, poor quality graphics that break up on display.”
- “The graphics are terrible on my S6, and the features that the game has, such as the simulator, need to be added to the app.”
story
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
79%
4%
The game's story aspect is generally perceived as lacking depth, with many players noting a minimal narrative and repetitive quests. While the ancient Greek setting is appreciated, the quests often feel disconnected and unclear, leading to frustration over incomplete missions and a desire for more engaging storylines. Overall, players express a need for improved quest variety and clearer instructions to enhance the storytelling experience.
- “I like the ancient Greek setting and the quest variety.”
- “What sets this game apart is the storyline style quests where you choose the outcome.”
- “Great storyline and what epic game like Grepolis gives you access to sail through the seas.”
- “The game is great, but it lacks a proper storyline and it's pretty hard to understand the trade mechanics.”
- “Once you get a new quest, it doesn't elaborate much.”
- “Some quests are hard to complete because of lack of instruction.”
stability
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
2%
94%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of bugs, glitches, and freezing issues across various devices. While some players note improvements in responsiveness, many still experience persistent crashes and unplayable conditions, particularly when accessing features like alliance forums. Overall, the app's performance is described as inconsistent, detracting from the overall gaming experience.
- “There are no glitches.”
- “Grepolis runs great on my Note 3.”
- “No glitches to speak of.”
- “I am giving 1 star because it has so many bugs and glitches.”
- “Game not loading since update, just freezes on 'innogames' white loading screen.”
- “This game is constantly crashing and freezes up; I have to keep uninstalling and reinstalling the game to fix it for 10 minutes at the most.”
gameplay
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
50%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its strategic depth and immersive mechanics, particularly in the browser version, which offers a richer experience compared to the mobile app. However, players express concerns about the pay-to-win elements, repetitive tasks, and issues with lag and updates that can disrupt the experience. Overall, while the game is engaging and offers fun mechanics, it could benefit from improved tutorials and a more balanced approach to competition.
- “Unlike many similar games, this is the only one that allows players to capture enemy cities, which makes the gameplay much deeper in my opinion.”
- “Amazing MMORPG, immersive and social with entertaining real-time strategic gameplay.”
- “This game is very well thought out, the premise is great, and the gameplay is sophisticated yet easy to learn.”
- “Most of the whales suck at the actual mechanics of the game and can be trashed in fights, but it doesn't matter because they can instantly rebuild by throwing cash at the game which has no real limit on paying to win, and free-to-play players take days to rebuild, even from overwhelming victories.”
- “The recent updates have made gameplay impossible.”
- “The gameplay is alright, just very similar to some other games, but it never says in the tutorial that someone who is a higher level than you (or just better than you) can take all of your resources and even steal your empire (which can cause a loss of over 2 months of progress).”
grinding
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly with the recent changes to the farming system, which many feel have made it more cumbersome and less rewarding. Issues such as difficulty in acquiring battle points, app freezing, and problems with trading and conquering farming villages contribute to a negative experience. While some appreciate the ability to farm on-the-go, the overall sentiment is that the farming mechanics need significant improvement to enhance gameplay.
- “The game is ridiculously long and grinding if you don't buy gold, and gold can be exorbitantly expensive.”
- “Also, farming villages is a slow and arduous process.”
- “I have played this game for a few years now and used to love it, but I hate the way you have changed the farming villages.”
monetization
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
35%
43%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with users appreciating the minimal presence of ads and the option for microtransactions that do not heavily impact gameplay. However, there are concerns about the "pay-to-win" model, where in-game purchases can provide significant advantages, leading some to label it a cash grab. Overall, players feel that while the game can be enjoyed for free, the monetization strategy could be better balanced.
- “Awesome game content - always something to do - don't have to break the bank in order to be a top player, can do fine as a free-to-play - minimal lagging/bugs - no ads - decent graphics and nice music - not too much of a drain on data.”
- “When it comes to real money for in-app purchases, it's a lot cheaper than most games in the same genre.”
- “Best free web-based game... in-game purchases help but are not necessarily required... rocks!”
- “This is the worst kind of cash grab.”
- “The in-game purchases kill this game.”
- “Can't give it 5 stars because of in-app purchases.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its quality and integration with the overall experience. However, some users have reported issues such as the background music not functioning properly and a repetitive soundtrack. Overall, while the music enhances the game's appeal, there are calls for more options to customize audio settings.
- “Great artwork and great music.”
- “I love the game because of how much fun it is; I love the graphics and music. There's just so much to enjoy in this game.”
- “The soundtrack is good, and so is the art. Overall, it's a beautifully done game.”
- “Background music not working despite switching the option on.”
- “Unless you call the same music for completing a button.”
- “No option menu if I want to turn off animations or music.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
Overall, the optimization of the game is mixed; while some users report smooth performance and easy gameplay, others highlight significant issues such as bugs, crashes, and a flawed interface. Performance improvements are needed, particularly for multitasking capabilities, but recent updates have resolved some initial logout problems.
- “Good game, the app runs smoothly.”
- “Runs smoothly.”
- “The app was a bit faulty at first with log out issues, but they have been sorted now and it runs smoothly.”
- “Many bugs, poor performance, and missing features, well...”
- “Flawed and incoherent interface, buggy performance, crashes, and many more (I don't wish to bore you, as I already am).”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on the humor aspect of the game are mixed; while some users find it lacking compared to similar titles like Clash of Clans, others describe it as genuinely funny and entertaining. Overall, the humor seems to resonate well with some players but falls flat for others.
- “This game is funny!!”
- “Funny”
- “Funny game”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting its addictive nature and the potential for years of competitive gameplay, making it a title that encourages repeated play.
- “Lots of replay value.”
- “Very addictive with high replayability; there's years' worth of competitive gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is heavily influenced by the presence and interactions of other players, creating an engaging and immersive experience. Additionally, its simplicity in mechanics enhances the overall ambiance, making it accessible for newcomers.
- “So atmospheric and really simple to learn.”
- “The atmosphere of this game is very dependent on the other players around you.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported that the app crashes upon startup, particularly when interacting with the screen during the white loading screen. This technical issue detracts from the overall emotional experience of the game.