Hero Survivors - Spells Maker
Battle against the forces of evil with a unique innovative merge spell mechanic
Reviews
- Great graphics and enjoyable gameplay with a variety of heroes to unlock.
- Fun and addictive, with interesting spell combinations and a unique power-up system.
- Offers a fair monetization model where players can choose to watch ads for rewards instead of mandatory payments.
- The game suffers from unbalanced difficulty and requires excessive grinding to progress.
- Intrusive ads are overwhelming, often interrupting gameplay and making it feel like an ad simulator.
- Many players report bugs and issues that hinder gameplay, such as freezing and unresponsive controls.
- monetization30 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, with many players expressing frustration over the intrusive nature and frequency of advertisements, which often disrupt gameplay and require watching ads for essential features like healing and upgrades. While some users appreciate the option to pay to remove ads, the overall sentiment leans towards viewing the monetization as predatory and a cash grab, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable gaming experience.
“Cool game but wack predatory monetization.”
“Wouldn't be so bad, but the no ads is sold for $34.”
“No ads so far.”
“It's hard to actually play because of the constant need to watch ads for everything!”
“Don't bother with this shameless, empty, cash grab of a rip-off.”
“A lot of means of upgrading and even stamina is tied to ads, which gets old fast.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and appeal, with many users highlighting the vibrant visuals and character designs. However, some criticism is directed at optimization issues and the game's similarity to other titles in the genre. Despite these concerns, the graphics contribute positively to the overall fun and entertaining experience.
“Great graphics, awesome heroes with different abilities, and just overall a really fun and entertaining game!”
“Really interesting gameplay, really cool spell combinations and graphics too.”
“It runs well and has nice graphics.”
“Very badly optimized graphics.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring interesting mechanics and enjoyable spell combinations, though some players find it hindered by intrusive ads and visibility issues. While the core experience is fun, there are concerns about the game's reliance on advertisements and the need for improvements to enhance playability. Overall, players appreciate the graphics and gameplay but express a desire for a more seamless experience.
“Really interesting gameplay, really cool spell combinations and graphics too.”
“The gameplay is good but you should be able to see the character more clearly.”
“Good graphics, nice gameplay, very good compared to zombie wave.”
“The game is also very close to becoming an ad simulator with a bit of gameplay.”
“Loaded this up for the first time and got an ad in the first ten seconds, before any gameplay.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting significant lag and stuttering issues, even on high-end devices like the Galaxy S21. While the overall performance is deemed good by some, the graphics are criticized for being poorly optimized, leading to a choppy experience.
“The game's performance is generally good.”
“The game isn't optimized as well as others, leading to frequent lagging.”
“The graphics are very poorly optimized.”
“The game is choppy and has stuttering issues even on low VFX settings (Galaxy S21).”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players feel that while the game has potential, it suffers from excessive grinding, particularly in acquiring gold, which can be frustratingly slow and detracts from the overall experience. The need for constant upgrades further exacerbates this issue, leading to a cycle of infinite grinding.
“The game has potential, but it is way too grindy.”
“Grinding for gold takes forever.”
“More upgrades just mean more infinite slow grinding, or you guess right: money.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for new characters and additional side quests to enhance the story experience. However, frustrations arise from technical issues that hinder progress, leaving players stuck with repetitive daily missions and resource collection.
“The introduction of new characters adds depth to the story and opens up possibilities for side quests.”
“The narrative is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely viewed as lacking, with users expressing disappointment and suggesting that it fails to engage or resonate on any meaningful level.
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered mediocre, with players expressing that it does not significantly enhance the overall experience.
“Decent game, but the music is just meh.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and lacks variety.”
“The music feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”