Hero Survival IO

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"Hero Survival IO" is a humorous blend of traditional io games and adventure titles. Players must navigate through a pixelated world, gathering resources and battling enemies to ensure their survival. With a variety of heroes to choose from, each with unique abilities, this game offers a unique and engaging experience in a compact, accessible package.

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Play Modes

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

+13

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 498 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization63 negative mentions

The game is visually appealing with great graphics and fun gameplay.
It offers a rewarding experience for grinding and leveling up, especially in the early chapters.
The unique abilities and combinations of weapons provide an engaging gameplay experience.

The game is heavily reliant on ads, making it frustrating to progress without watching multiple ads.
Difficulty spikes are too harsh, especially in later levels, making it feel unbalanced and pay-to-win.
There are numerous bugs and issues, including problems with in-app purchases and game freezing.

monetization
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
2%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive reliance on ads and microtransactions, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads that disrupt gameplay. Users report that ads often fail to load, making it difficult to earn rewards or progress without watching multiple ads, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as detrimental to the gaming experience, with many players feeling forced to engage with ads to advance.
- “The game feels a bit too dependent on microtransactions, especially considering the limited options available for purchase.”
- “I often find myself watching ads, but it can be frustrating when no ads are available, leading to interruptions in gameplay.”
- “Overall this game is just poorly designed and meant to suck as many ads as they can put on you (even though the ads don't always load).”
- “You have to watch a million ads to do anything and if you don't pay you don't get very far.”
- “Worst part of this game is its forced ads during gameplay.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay is described as simple and fun, though it suffers from issues like freezing and unresponsive controls, leading to frustration for some players. While the game features familiar mechanics and a visually appealing design, many users find the difficulty level too high and the reliance on specific builds limiting. Additionally, intrusive ads detract from the overall experience, despite some players enjoying the updates and new features.
- “Gameplay is simple and fun.”
- “The update has some interesting features but overall the gameplay is still fun and addicting.”
- “I love the way it looks because it looks so realistic and the lighting is amazing, and I love the gameplay and the new update; it's so good and the new armor.”
- “I can't get past the first 2 minutes of gameplay because it keeps freezing.”
- “Very floaty and unresponsive movement; I always get hit and die very fast even with max damage reduction, and this was only level 2. A lot of upgrades were useless, forcing you to use the same build every time.”
- “The worst part of this game is its forced ads during gameplay.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for being colorful and better than the original, with good animations. However, some users criticize the overall quality, citing lag issues and a lack of originality, comparing it unfavorably to other titles.
- “Love the graphics and animation.”
- “Better graphics than the original.”
- “Graphics are colorful.”
- “Yet another clone of a clone of a clone without anything actually different or new other than the graphics.”
- “This is just a rip-off of Brotato; don't play this. It lags, has bad graphics, and so many ads.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance, many others experience significant bugs, including frequent freezes and issues with enemy damage. Overall, the game shows potential but requires substantial improvements to address these stability concerns.
- “It runs great and is very smooth.”
- “The game maintains a stable frame rate throughout.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which is impressive.”
- “Fun but still pretty buggy.”
- “Game freezes every match causing me to restart every time due to stupid ads.”
- “Game was too buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players note that grinding is essential to progress beyond chapter 2 due to significantly stronger enemies and inadequate equipment. However, many appreciate that grinding offers meaningful rewards and allows for a free-to-play experience without the need for monetary investment.
- “You can't go beyond chapter 2 without grinding forever because the enemies are far stronger and the equipment that can be found is often insufficient.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making progress frustrating rather than enjoyable.”
- “The game forces you to grind excessively to keep up with the difficulty curve, which can be a major turn-off.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The background music is highly praised for being addictive and energetic, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “This is addicting, and the background music is amazing!”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music sets the mood and keeps me engaged throughout the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the game's humor to be a standout feature, describing it as "really funny" and highly recommend downloading it for a good laugh.
- “The game's humor is top-notch; I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “The comedic timing in this game is impeccable, making even the simplest tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay; it keeps things light-hearted and enjoyable throughout.”