Hero Wars: Alliance

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"Hero Wars – Fantasy Battles" is a Role Playing Game that offers a good story and exciting game mechanics, accompanied by ingenious visuals and a fitting soundtrack. However, be prepared for a lot of grinding, frequent ads, and occasional bugs that can affect gameplay. Its humor and emotional storytelling make it a memorable experience for players who persevere. The game invites you to enjoy a Hero Battle Adventure RPG with Legendary Champions and Fantasy Power.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,998 reviews

gameplay254 positive mentions

monetization2.7k negative mentions

The graphics and character designs are appealing and well-executed.
The game offers a variety of events and activities to keep players engaged.
The gameplay can be fun and addictive, especially for those who enjoy RPG mechanics.

The game is heavily misleading in its advertising, presenting itself as a puzzle game when it is primarily an RPG.
Progression becomes extremely slow and often requires spending real money to advance effectively.
The gameplay is largely automated, with minimal player interaction, making it feel repetitive and dull.

monetization
2,869 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
3%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism due to misleading advertisements that portray it as a puzzle game, while the actual gameplay is primarily an RPG with minimal puzzle elements. Many players express frustration over the deceptive marketing tactics, which lead them to download the game under false pretenses, only to encounter a heavy reliance on in-app purchases and a lack of engaging content as shown in the ads. Additionally, the frequent ads and the game's pay-to-win mechanics contribute to a negative perception among users, who feel misled and disappointed by the overall experience.
- “Aesthetics were nice and the monetization from what I played seemed decent.”
- “I like the fact that there are no ads unless you want to grab some extra stuff and you choose to watch an ad.”
- “The game so far seems fun and so far the need for any in-game purchase to progress through the game hasn’t happened.”
- “The ads are completely misleading and have absolutely nothing to do with the gameplay.”
- “I downloaded this game because the ads made it look like a fun puzzle game, but it is nothing like that.”
- “The game is nothing like the advertisements, which is incredibly disappointing.”
gameplay
931 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
66%
7%
The gameplay of this game has been widely criticized for being misleadingly advertised, with many players expressing disappointment that the actual experience differs significantly from what was shown in promotional materials. While some users appreciate the graphics and the variety of characters, they often describe the gameplay as repetitive, automated, and lacking meaningful interaction, with the advertised puzzle mechanics appearing only sporadically. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels like a cash grab, prioritizing monetization over engaging gameplay, leading to frustration among players who expected a different experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and exciting, and there is always something to do.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic, the characters are cool, and the mechanics make sense.”
- “The game has amazing gameplay and insane visual effects.”
- “The gameplay is nothing like it is advertised.”
- “The actual gameplay isn't what's shown in the ads.”
- “The gameplay is boring and there is nothing fun to do for the first hour, after which I stopped.”
graphics
559 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
30%
4%
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from users, with many praising the vibrant art style, smooth animations, and overall visual appeal. However, some players noted issues such as graphical glitches, low-quality visuals in certain areas, and a lack of customization options. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good and engaging, there are calls for improvements and consistency across the game's visual presentation.
- “The graphics are amazing, the game never glitches and it has so many good features like arenas, guild wars and the tournament.”
- “The graphics are astounding!”
- “I love the graphics, the characters are a good blend of cute, charming, awesome and just plain cool.”
- “The graphics are horrible and you have to complete these lame battles to get to the advertised puzzle screens.”
- “Graphics are mediocre at best.”
- “Very clear and sharp colorful graphics, smooth game play with high detail level and characters that emote.”
story
495 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
67%
11%
The game's story is often described as weak, generic, and lacking depth, with many players expressing disappointment over its simplistic and repetitive nature. While some appreciate the character backstories and the initial campaign setup, the overall narrative fails to engage, often feeling like a backdrop to grinding gameplay rather than a compelling journey. Additionally, many users feel misled by advertisements that suggest a puzzle-focused experience, only to find a more traditional quest-based format with minimal interactive storytelling.
- “A fun little time-waster with an interesting story and cool art and characters.”
- “The storyline pulled me in right away, I just started playing 2 days ago and I love playing this game, I highly recommend this game, if you are looking for a great game amazing graphics and stunning gameplay then this game is for you.”
- “Great graphics and designers are always upgrading the story/character play, it's challenging.”
- “There's no real story, more of a gear grind game.”
- “The so-called epic quest is more of a boring experience of button presses.”
- “The story doesn't last past the first chapter of the campaign and the process is so repetitive it may as well be classified as a clicker game.”
grinding
245 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The reviews highlight that the game is heavily grind-oriented, requiring players to invest significant time or money to progress, especially at higher levels. Many users find the grinding tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration, particularly when faced with paywalls or low drop rates for essential items. While some players enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay experience, others feel it detracts from overall enjoyment, making the game feel more like a chore than a fun activity.
- “The game isn't as grindy as most games are, but if you expect to make it onto the top of the leaderboard, expect to invest quite some time into this game.”
- “This game is a lot of fun, and isn't too grindy.”
- “The actual game is very boring and you quickly hit a wall that requires paying or grinding.”
- “Once you get to a challenge that you can't beat, it takes days of grinding or money to even participate.”
- “The grinding system is just terrible and unfair.”
stability
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during battles and loading screens. Many players express frustration over the game's unreliability, stating that it often requires restarts and leads to lost progress or resources. While some users note improvements after updates, the overall sentiment indicates that the game remains plagued by stability issues that hinder the gaming experience.
- “The game runs great now.”
- “No glitches.”
- “I have also found no glitches in the game.”
- “Game constantly freezes up mostly in the battles especially when you try to skip battles.”
- “The game has been buggy from the start and never fixed.”
- “The result is extremely buggy, to the point of making the game virtually unplayable.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
63%
8%
The music in the game is a mixed bag, with many users noting its repetitiveness and lack of presence outside of battles, leading to a stale atmosphere. While some appreciate the quality of the battle music and find it energizing, others express a desire for more ambient tracks and sound effects in menus and during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as insufficient, with calls for more variety and thematic depth to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Awesome artwork, awesome music, easy to play.”
- “The soundtrack is sufficient to get you energized, the fighting system is crazy, and the visual effects are top-notch too.”
- “I appreciate Hero Wars, the game is unique, and the music is excellent.”
- “No music in menus, not even when we press a button.”
- “The music was repetitive beyond measure.”
- “My biggest issue with this game is the lack of sound effects and theme music in the main menu.”
humor
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
3%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it entertaining and funny, particularly in the character designs and mini-games. However, some users criticize the lack of consistent humor throughout the gameplay and feel misled by advertisements that don't accurately represent the game. Overall, while there are moments of genuine humor, the game's comedic elements may not be enough to satisfy all players.
- “Overall, great and funny game, not time consuming and you can level up pretty quick without spending money.”
- “Funny part how it asks you if you like hero wars and there are only 2 buttons: 'not sure' and 'yes'.”
- “It's a fun summoner with funny puzzles in between as a bonus.”
- “The fact that the title has 'men's choice' in it is extremely cringey and pitiful, yet unintentionally funny.”
character development
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
52%
12%
Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising the variety and creativity of character designs, while others criticize the slow progression and pay-to-win mechanics that hinder meaningful growth. Although the art style and animations are often described as appealing, many reviewers find the overall gameplay repetitive and the story unengaging. Ultimately, while the character designs are a highlight, the depth of character development leaves much to be desired.
- “The game really is based on character development, and there are many ways to go about it.”
- “Beautiful character design, stories for each higher character are well written too.”
- “The gameplay is awesome; the world, story, and character design are all something beyond enjoyable.”
- “Despite some cute character designs, the game is repetitive and boring.”
- “It was fun, but as you get towards the higher levels of character development, this game becomes seriously pay-to-win.”
- “The character designs are generic, the story is uninteresting, and the gameplay is a lazy copy of every other game in this genre.”
optimization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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44%
16%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including crashes, lag, and slow loading times, particularly for free-to-play users. While some updates have improved performance and provided smoother gameplay, the overall experience remains inconsistent, leading to frustration among players. Despite its entertaining content, the game's heavy reliance on in-game purchases and ongoing performance problems detract from its appeal.
- “Runs smoothly, though, so if this kind of game is your thing, then you'll probably enjoy it.”
- “Lots of content and rewards and seems very well optimized.”
- “It runs smoothly with the new update, smoother animations, sharper rendering, and scrolling.”
- “The game needs a lot of optimization for free-to-play players, so if you plan to be purely free-to-play, trust me, stay clear.”
- “The game's performance is getting worse and worse as time goes by, and crashes are becoming more common too.”
- “Pay-to-win, horribly optimized; every loading takes ages and it lags all the time.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
27%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with players expressing feelings of disappointment and frustration due to its lack of interactivity and engaging storytelling. Many reviewers felt misled by advertisements, describing the gameplay as monotonous and devoid of meaningful player input, leading to a sense of regret for investing time and resources into it. Overall, the game fails to evoke any genuine emotional connection, leaving players feeling like passive observers rather than active participants.
- “It is heartbreaking by the way the majority of players stop playing.”
- “Made me feel like a complete sucker.”
- “What I got was a 'game' that plays itself and it's nothing like the ads.”
- “I'd rate it 0 stars if I could: linear empty gameplay, you just choose characters that automatically progress through a boring story with no player input.”
- “But nooooo, you have to sit through a boring storyline, and watch your character auto-fight lame baddies.”
- “This is not a very interactive game, but rather a very boring story game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game offers a solid foundation for replayability, with new features unlocking that enhance gameplay. However, some users suggest that a more focused approach could improve the experience. Notably, it is praised for its infinite replayability, particularly in mobile formats.
- “Infinite replayability.”
- “Great idea, but it should aim for a smaller money factory and a more playable game.”
- “When they are unlocked, new things appear, which makes it even more playable.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is characterized as engaging and friendly, fostering a sense of community while also maintaining a competitive edge.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly engaging and friendly, making it a joy to compete.”
- “The game creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you invested.”
- “There's a unique blend of tension and camaraderie in the atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”