Grow Swordmaster

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Grow Swordmaster is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by pixelstar and was released on January 11, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Create a variety of weapons to become the strong swordmaster

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 616 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization21 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic that appeals to many players.
There are plenty of opportunities to earn free rewards through watching ads, which enhances the gameplay experience.
The developers are responsive to community feedback, showing a commitment to improving the game.

Progression slows significantly after reaching higher levels, leading to frustration among players.
The game is plagued by bugs, including issues with collecting rewards and frequent crashes.
Drop rates for items and materials are extremely low, making it difficult for players to progress without spending money.

monetization
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
7%
70%
The monetization model of the game is generally viewed positively, with players appreciating the minimal and optional nature of ads, which do not disrupt gameplay. However, there are concerns about the high prices of in-game purchases, particularly regarding gem acquisition, and some players suggest that the cost to remove ads could be lower. Overall, while ads are present, they are not seen as intrusive, and many players are willing to pay for an ad-free experience to support the developers.
- “No ads, no mess, no lag, fun to play.”
- “I have had no ads and am very happy with the game.”
- “Extremely great game, no ads randomly popping, and I already got epic gear. Recommend downloading the game.”
- “The pricing on the in-game purchases is way too high for how many you get.”
- “Upgrades feel lackluster and ads are really required to progress at a decent pace.”
- “Don't need to spend money, although I really hate ads; I just wish it was a little cheaper to play ad-free. It's $10, but $5 would be better.”
grinding
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a mixed perspective on grinding in the game. While some players appreciate the challenge and find the grinding enjoyable and addictive, others criticize it as tedious and overly time-consuming, with low drop rates and a lack of meaningful rewards. Overall, the game is described as fun but may not appeal to casual players due to its grind-heavy nature.
- “The drop rates are super low and you have to craft to get high tier stuff after tons of grinding.”
- “The grind isn't fun, it's entirely pointless; you'll spend hours grinding the same stage and get all common loot.”
- “I promise you it was about 30 million gems to get a myth. I mean, if you like grinding a lot then go for gold, but you're honestly not going to get anywhere for the next five years.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players enjoy the soundtrack and find it enhances the gameplay, many express frustration over the inability to disable or adjust the background music, which interferes with their own music apps. This issue has led to complaints about the music being an annoying distraction for some users. Overall, the music aspect is a point of contention, with a divide between those who appreciate it and those who find it problematic.
- “Very fun and creative game! I really like the music, and the gameplay is fun. My only complaint is that the enemy movement animations are too quick, but other than that, great game, and I would recommend everyone to play.”
- “Fun! Reminds me of old school games; music, animations, everything.”
- “Good music and good game.”
- “Game seems pretty good so far, but I can't disable the background music even in the settings, and it's kind of like an annoying buzz in the background of the music I listen to while I game on my phone. I know it's not major, but it's super frustrating.”
- “Cool game, worth 5 stars; however, I can't play my music app (YouTube Music) while playing the game, and that's a huge disappointment.”
- “This game has a terrible soundtrack, and it's impossible to turn it off.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported by users. Many players experience crashes upon startup or during gameplay, leading to frustration and ultimately prompting some to uninstall the game. Despite its entertaining aspects, the persistent bugs detract from the overall experience.
- “Game freezes constantly.”
- “Tried their 'fix' for the freezing issue and it still freezes every time I log in.”
- “Uninstalled/reinstalled, glitches into a screen freeze on first fight.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its solid mechanics and enjoyable graphics, while others criticize the lack of intuitive objectives and slow pacing. The presence of microtransactions and ads has also been a point of contention, though some users commend the game for not being pay-to-win and providing a casual experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as generous but could benefit from more engaging elements and improved color design.
- “Pretty generous and optional ads with solid gameplay.”
- “It's great; the gameplay is good and the graphics are easy to enjoy.”
- “I'm pretty pleased with this game for not being pay-to-win and offering enjoyable coffee break gameplay.”
- “Oh, and it starts the game with another ad for a similar type of game... the concept is there, but the gameplay, objectives, and story are not that intuitive or enjoyable.”
- “It didn't keep my interest; the track and gameplay weren't engaging enough. They should work on the color more too.”
- “Slow gameplay.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking clarity and engagement, with players finding the objectives and gameplay not intuitive or enjoyable. While some enjoy the overall experience, they express frustration with bugs affecting quest progression and a lack of updates for daily quests and dungeons, which detracts from the narrative experience.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The graphics are praised for their nostalgic, old-school aesthetic that complements the gameplay, making them enjoyable and fitting for the overall experience.
- “I love the aesthetic and progression; it has a definite old-school feel that fits well.”
- “The graphics are visually stunning and enhance the overall experience of the game.”
- “The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene a joy to behold.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
User reviews on optimization are mixed; while some report significant performance issues and a generally terrible experience, others have found the game to run smoothly without any problems after several hours of play.
- “Honestly, it runs smoothly. I have been playing for a couple of hours now, and it's great so far.”
- “The optimization is impressive; I haven't experienced any lag or performance issues.”
- “I love how well the game runs on my system, even with high settings. It's a testament to the developers' work.”
- “Terrible app, lousy performance issues.”