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"Hero Summoner - AFK Idle Game" is a Role Playing game with delightful visuals, where players summon and train heroes to prepare for the battle against Ragnarok and save the universe. Despite its engaging gameplay, the game is marred by an excessive amount of advertisements. The game's description states that players must build their own team of heroes, level them up, and equip them with powerful weapons to defeat powerful bosses and save the universe from destruction.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 732 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

monetization14 negative mentions

The game features nice characters, graphics, and music, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.
It is easy to play and has a generous free-to-play model, allowing for smooth progression without mandatory spending.
The game has a fun and engaging gameplay loop, making it a great way to pass the time.

Resources, particularly potions and souls, are hard to obtain, leading to frustrating progress stalls.
The game suffers from various bugs, including issues with logging in, crashes, and unresponsive buttons.
There is a significant paywall, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete or progress effectively.

monetization
19 mentions
16 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
74 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism, primarily due to the overwhelming presence of ads, which often disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration among players. Many users feel that progress is heavily gated behind microtransactions, particularly for VIP levels and essential heroes, making it difficult for free-to-play users to compete. Additionally, issues with in-app purchases and expired promotional codes have further soured the experience, leading to a perception of the game as a "cash grab."
- “Definitely worth a try. Criticisms include: you can't increase VIP level without microtransactions, and some heroes are so game-breaking that you need them to progress.”
- “Extremely good game, no ads unless you try getting something for free.”
- “Very good, this game is so fun, but one problem is that there are so many ads online and no ads offline.”
- “Definitely worth a try.. criticisms include: you can't increase VIP level without microtransactions, and some heroes are so game-breaking that you need them to progress.”
- “Full of ads; you watch more ads than actually play.”
- “Hate.. ads ads ads.. always.. and didn't get anything useful.. 3 dollars I spent.”
graphics
18 mentions
61 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cute and cartoonish art style, smooth performance, and overall visual appeal. However, some users feel that the graphics could be improved, describing them as standard or not the best. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for most players.
- “I also love the cute graphics and how smoothly it runs on my phone!”
- “Very enjoyable and pleasing graphics.”
- “Amazing game, I like this graphics style 😄❤️”
- “Standard idle RPG, cheap graphics.”
- “I like the game but you need to improve the graphics 😟”
- “Not a bad game; graphics aren't the best but plays okay.”
gameplay
8 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring enjoyable mechanics and appealing graphics, particularly in its idle and auto-battling elements. However, some players express frustration with the character upgrade system, which requires significant sacrifices, and note that the experience can become less enjoyable for free players, especially after server mergers. Overall, while the gameplay offers fun and excitement, it may present challenges that could deter some users.
- “I was enjoying the mechanics for the few hours played; the art is nice too.”
- “So far, I've been enjoying the auto-battling idle mechanics.”
- “Great fun and exciting gameplay, definitely worth the download.”
- “The gameplay is just like any idle game.”
- “I miss the old version of this game; I mean the gameplay I used to play back in 2017.”
story
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the game's story, with some players expressing enjoyment of the gameplay and rewards system, while others criticize the lack of a tutorial and narrative depth. Overall, the story aspect appears to be underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more context and guidance.
- “Lack of tutorial and story.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable and funny, particularly due to its meme-inspired elements, others criticize it for being overly buggy, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The hilarious meme got me to try it; it's easy to pick up, simple enough to play, and pretty enjoyable.”
- “Funny game.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly after a recent update, with frequent game freezes occurring upon login. While some players appreciate the game's content, many express frustration over its persistent bugs, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab.
- “After today's mini update (approximately 10 MB), no matter what I did, the game freezes as soon as I log in.”
- “Yet another buggy cash grab game.”
- “Good game, but still very buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be typical for leveling up characters and upgrading their stars, but it can become tedious due to the need to manage and check multiple categories for all heroes.
- “The heroes are unique with team composition, but the typical grinding for higher levels with characters and star upgrades becomes monotonous.”
- “Having to check all 8 categories is very tedious.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, contributing positively to the overall experience with nice melodies and themes. However, some users have noted issues such as abrupt cut-offs in certain sections, which can detract from the enjoyment of the soundtrack.
- “I really like this game; the characters are nice, the music is great, and the graphics are impressive.”
- “The music in the game really enhances the overall experience and adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is engaging and keeps you immersed in the gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its appealing design, creating an enjoyable and accessible experience for players.
- “I love the design and atmosphere; it's nice and easy to play.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel unique.”
- “The game's ambiance perfectly complements the storyline, drawing you deeper into the experience.”