Heroes of Flatlandia

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Heroes of Flatlandia is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Highland Studio and was released on December 11, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Heroes of Flatlandia" is an epic turned-based fantasy strategy game featuring distinct races of elves, orcs, dwarfs, and undeads. Engage in detailed tactical battles with 30 different units, cunning AI, and a variety of spells, while enjoying stunning fairy tale graphics and hot-seat multiplayer. Experience an engaging plot with no microtransactions, for a purely strategic experience.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 141 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic titles like Heroes of Might and Magic, with enjoyable turn-based strategy gameplay.
It has a simple and intuitive control system, making it accessible for players while still providing a challenge.
The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing dedication to enhancing the game based on player feedback.

The game lacks depth and content, with no campaign mode or significant variety in gameplay, leading to a repetitive experience.
Controls can be frustrating, with issues like accidental movements and difficulty in selecting units, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
Many players feel the game is unfinished, with a need for more features, such as additional races, heroes, and a more engaging story.

gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
47%
16%
The gameplay is generally considered simple and accessible, with a charming art style and smooth mechanics, but many players feel it lacks depth and complexity, leading to a monotonous experience after mastering the basic systems. While the turn-based strategy is polished and enjoyable, there are calls for more intricate gameplay elements, such as troop management and a richer narrative, to enhance engagement and replayability. Overall, the game is well-received for its graphics and ease of play, but players are eager for updates that could introduce more strategic depth.
- “Gameplay is on point, graphics are excellent and no usual BS you would find on most mobile games.”
- “Lovely game, simple mechanics of developing the city but works well.”
- “Great turn-based gameplay, I highly recommend.”
- “The gameplay itself is okay, but feels monotonous.”
- “Awesome art style, nice map mechanics, but lacks combat and strategic depth.”
- “I would like to see some more systems or mechanics added as it gets kinda dull after mastering the fairly simple gameplay mechanics.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
37%
25%
Overall, players express a strong desire for a more engaging story element in the game, with many suggesting the addition of a campaign mode or narrative-driven missions to enhance the gameplay experience. While the game is praised for its addictive nature and solid mechanics, the lack of a structured story or campaign leaves it feeling flat for some users. Many hope for future updates that could introduce a storyline or more diverse scenarios to enrich the game.
- “It would be cool if there was a full story mode within the game.”
- “Good game, just wish there was a proper story or more scenarios.”
- “And no story/campaign mode either.”
- “Was a bit let down with no campaign or story to it.”
- “I wish there were more heroes to pick and a story campaign; it's just skirmish maps.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
9%
18%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while many players praise the art style and visual appeal, noting it resembles a board game and features impressive graphics for its genre, some users report issues with alignment and smoothness of animations. Despite these criticisms, the graphics are generally seen as a strong point that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The good thing about the game is its graphics, resembling a board game.”
- “Very cute graphics, classic turn-based gameplay.”
- “Light turn-based strategy with impressive graphics for the type.”
- “Plus, many of the buttons and graphics do not line up very well, making them hard to click and leading to frustrating errors.”
- “I bought this and the graphics suck; one day and poof, gone.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of ads and microtransactions, as well as the reasonable price point. Players express support for the developer's commitment to a clean gaming experience without in-app purchases, highlighting the game's high quality.
- “You can't beat the price, and it has no ads or other junk.”
- “I also appreciate that there is a reasonable price for the game and no microtransactions.”
- “Really high quality and no in-app purchases.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Overall, users report that the game runs well and has appealing visuals, but many note that it is still plagued by bugs, making it difficult to justify a purchase at this time.
- “Runs great and looks nice for an Android game.”
- “Great game, but for now, it's still too buggy to consider paying for it.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I encountered multiple glitches that ruined my experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game but note that it suffers from performance issues, particularly lagging on larger maps, indicating a need for improved optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly on smaller maps, but it really needs better optimization for larger ones.”
- “I appreciate the gameplay, but the optimization could use some work to reduce lag on expansive maps.”
- “Overall, a solid experience, but improved optimization would enhance performance on larger environments.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the game's replayability is limited due to the absence of online play and a campaign mode, which detracts from its long-term engagement. While some upgrades could enhance replay value, the current offerings do not provide enough incentive for repeated play.
- “Sorely missing is online play and a campaign, which is why I've given 3 stars as it doesn't have much replayability.”
- “Replayability is a bit limited, but a few upgrades could really give this game legs.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the absence of grinding in the game, highlighting its nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic mobile gaming experiences, where enjoyment comes from straightforward gameplay without the need for energy systems or payments.
- “Looks pretty and has no grinding, energy limits, or payments—just a game to play like in the good old days of mobile gaming.”