Heroes Charge
- August 7, 2014
- uCool
Heroes Charge is a fantasy role-playing game that offers multiplayer action and an immersive story. With over 100 quests, players can collect and train heroes, form teams, and engage in fast-paced battles. Despite hilarious moments and good graphics, music, and gameplay, the game is heavily reliant on grinding and features numerous bugs and intrusive advertisements.
Reviews
- monetization388 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, primarily due to misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay, leading to player disappointment. Many users express frustration over the prevalence of in-app purchases and the perception that the game is a cash grab, with some noting that while there are few ads, the focus on microtransactions detracts from the overall experience. Despite some players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads, the general consensus is that the game's monetization strategy relies heavily on deceptive marketing and overpriced in-game purchases.
“I love this game; there are no ads.”
“Unlike other games, this one requires little to no in-game purchases to succeed and even offers special deals to make your money count.”
“This is probably the best game app I've downloaded; everything about it keeps you interested and doesn't leave me wanting more. There are in-app purchases, but by no means do you need them to go far in the game. I'm very pleased, 5 stars all day.”
“The ads are completely misleading, as are most of the images that they provide.”
“The game is nothing like the ads portray.”
“Completely misleading advertising on all accounts.”
- graphics206 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over recent updates that have led to poor performance, lag, and a decline in visual quality. While some users appreciate the artwork and find the graphics appealing, a significant number criticize them as outdated, clunky, or misleading compared to promotional materials. Overall, the inconsistency in graphic quality and frequent technical issues detract from the gaming experience for many players.
“The graphics and animation are friggin awesome and by far the best Google Play Store app hands down!!!”
“It's a very fun game to play and its graphics are amazing.”
“Great graphics, great gameplay, great all around.”
“The graphics tend to freeze from a previous battle onto the battle you're on and it won't go away.”
“The graphics are terrible and the ads are very misleading. The developers always reply to reviews concerning the misleading ads in the same exact way, and I've seen nothing showing they care or want to make the game better.”
“The graphics are now terrible and the ease of the game is gone.”
- gameplay167 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users criticizing it for being misleadingly advertised and filled with bugs. Players report that the actual gameplay is often an auto-battler with minimal player control, contrasting sharply with the engaging mechanics shown in ads. Additionally, issues such as lag, clunky mechanics, and a lack of originality have led to frustration among users, who feel the game prioritizes monetization over enjoyable gameplay.
“Gameplay is fast and fun and there are more heroes than you could ever possibly master.”
“Great game, very addictive, with good characters and gameplay.”
“Awesome gameplay and updates are usually on target.”
“The ads are false and the gameplay in the ads has very little to do with the actual game.”
“Constant bugs, no fixes, but bread and circus stuff that improve looks, but debilitate gameplay.”
“The gameplay is boring and tedious.”
- stability145 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to maintain performance, especially after updates, which often exacerbate existing issues rather than resolve them. Overall, the game is described as being in a constant state of disrepair, leading to a frustrating experience for long-time players.
“It is so fun because there are no glitches or crashes unless you hack.”
“The game is awesome; there are no glitches or anything!”
“Game routinely freezes or crashes now.”
“This game is simply not stable; it crashes and freezes regularly.”
“The game is in a constant state of disrepair, glitches, items not displaying correctly, and my favorite, the total freeze up that you must power off your device to correct.”
- story82 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it uninspired and reminiscent of other titles, often describing it as lacking depth and originality. While some appreciate the characters and quests, others criticize the repetitive nature of the narrative and the need for daily quests to progress, leading to frustration over the overall experience. Additionally, technical issues such as lag and freezing detract from the enjoyment of the story mode, leaving players wanting a more engaging and coherent storyline.
“It's different but fun; the characters are cool, their skill sets are unique, and I like the skins. The storyline is nice; I would recommend others to play.”
“Great storyline, you will get a strong addiction once you start.”
“Has a great story, lots of things to do, and great characters!”
“The story is like any other story from another game.”
“There is no storyline, nor any roles to portray or choices to make.”
“The graphics make it durable to look at the game whilst grinding along mindlessly in a non-existing storyline.”
- grinding38 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming, especially as they progress beyond level 50. While some enjoy the daily activities and find the gameplay engaging, others feel that the frequent updates diminish the value of their efforts and create a pay-to-win environment, making it difficult for free-to-play users to compete. Overall, the grinding can be enjoyable initially, but it often leads to frustration due to slow progression and repetitive tasks.
“Every update cheapens what you have spent months grinding for.”
“An awful time sink (and money sink if you are a spender): after months of grinding daily, took a break for a day, and haven't gone back since.”
“Game becomes tedious and you eventually hit a wall of doing the same thing over & over unless you want to pay for VIP.”
- music25 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its diversity and suitability to gameplay, while others express frustration over the inability to adjust volume settings during the tutorial. Many users request a return to previous soundtracks or more epic compositions to enhance the gaming experience, indicating that while the music can be enjoyable, it may not always meet player expectations. Overall, the game's music is seen as a significant aspect, but improvements and options for customization are desired.
“I enjoy the gameplay and the overall art is nice, great music too!”
“Good graphics and even the soundtrack suit the situation!”
“I love the art, strategy, and music; plenty of replay value!”
“How garbage does your game have to be to force a tutorial and not only that you can't even access the settings so this dogshit music is just blasting loud as can be.”
“I hate games that won't let you turn down/off the music till after the tutorial.”
“Game runs slow, game main screen looks weird, music sounds lame and some heroes look simply hideous.”
- humor19 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it entertaining and addictive, often highlighting the amusing graphics and quirky elements. However, some users express frustration with the game's mechanics and glitches, suggesting that the humor can sometimes feel forced or overshadowed by issues. Overall, while the game has a comedic charm that keeps some players engaged, it also faces criticism for its ad tactics and gameplay inconsistencies.
“Without their sense of humor, I would've quit long ago.”
“I can't stop playing this app; it's so funny.”
“It's a very funny and interesting game.”
“I've seen so many people quit; it's just not funny anymore.”
“Okay guys, it's not funny anymore. Please bring this game back to its former glory.”
- optimization12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent stuttering, crashes, and slow performance, particularly during battles. Many players feel that the developers have prioritized microtransactions over fixing these issues, leading to a frustrating experience. While some improvements have been noted, the consensus is that significant optimization work is still needed to enhance gameplay stability and performance.
“Developers keep on improving the app performance.”
“First, it is such a big improvement in UI, but for performance, it is a disaster.”
“Horribly optimized - Note20 Ultra and this game crashes or locks up constantly.”
“Pay for power... the only thing they've optimized is the payment process for all their microtransactions. Submit a support request and get a dumb question instead of a fix.”
“Game still lags during battle even in performance mode; I think the game is not yet optimized for Intel processors.”
- character development5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its appealing graphics and diverse designs, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. However, some users express disappointment in not receiving the expected value for their investment.
“Great quality gameplay and character design; hats off to the development team, well done.”
“Character designs are good, and the variety of gameplay and loot is impressive as well.”
“Art is nice, and the character design is cute and simple.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of frustration and engagement regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While some feel a strong connection due to the frequent updates and active community, others are disappointed by performance issues that detract from their overall experience.
“I played a lot of games, but this is the only game that made me feel very active. Every month there are new heroes, new features every couple of weeks, and many active players that help you in everything.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game's strong replayability, noting its engaging growth mechanics, strategic depth, and appealing art and music, all contributing to a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“Great game, lots of growth and replay value.”
“Very good, lots of replay value.”
“I love the art, strategy, and music; plenty of replay value!”