Heroes of Steel RPG Elite

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Heroes of Steel RPG Elite is a single player tactical role playing game. It was developed by Trese Brothers and was released on March 21, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Heroes of Steel RPG Elite" is a turn-based RPG that offers 120+ hours of story-driven gameplay with no grinding. Players must lead a party of four heroes to protect the last remnants of humanity in a post-apocalyptic medieval world, where four gods have risen against their creator and brought ruin to the kingdoms of man. The game features a continuous storyline and takes place in the expansive Underdeep, an underground labyrinth where survivors have retreated.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 453 reviews

story71 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Engaging storyline with deep character customization and tactical combat mechanics.
Frequent updates and responsive developers enhance the overall gaming experience.
Offers a nostalgic old-school RPG feel with a rich world and lore.

In-app purchases for additional characters can feel excessive and detract from the initial purchase value.
Combat can become repetitive and grindy, especially with limited enemy variety.
Mana management issues lead to frequent backtracking to rest areas, disrupting gameplay flow.

story
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
31%
3%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players praising its unique setting, engaging characters, and depth of narrative. While some reviews note that the storyline can feel lengthy or occasionally cliché, the overall consensus highlights a solid and immersive experience that enhances the gameplay. Players appreciate the blend of tactical combat and storytelling, making it a compelling choice for fans of turn-based RPGs.
- “Epic story and worldbuilding, intuitive fighting mechanics, smart pathfinding, and varied character development paths.”
- “Great storytelling and the controls are just right for mobile devices.”
- “The story and characters really pull you in and make you not want to put it down.”
- “While the characters and story are mostly bland, the setting is actually interesting.”
- “The story isn't anything groundbreaking but it's good enough to warrant actually paying attention to.”
- “Story seems a little contrived so far but game mechanics are solid.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
25%
10%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While some players find the mechanics engaging, challenging, and well-balanced, others criticize the limited skills and repetitive nature of certain aspects. Overall, the game offers a solid RPG experience with a compelling story, decent replayability, and intuitive controls, making it enjoyable for fans of classic RPGs despite some graphical shortcomings.
- “Epic story and worldbuilding, intuitive fighting mechanics, smart pathfinding, and varied character development paths.”
- “The tactical gameplay is deep, challenging, so well balanced, and best of all, damned fun!”
- “Great gameplay and engaging storyline.”
- “Limited and uninspired skills makes gameplay repetitive.”
- “Good story, for several dollars there is a lot of gameplay, but it also feels too long where it feels like a drag to finish.”
- “Story seems a little contrived so far but game mechanics are solid.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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19%
Overall, the graphics of the game are described as charming and effective, with a quirky artistic style that enhances the experience without being overly demanding on system resources. While some users noted areas for improvement, particularly in menu design and character art, many appreciated the game's ability to deliver enjoyable gameplay and a solid storyline despite its simpler visual presentation. The consensus suggests that the graphics serve their purpose well, proving that engaging gameplay can thrive without cutting-edge visuals.
- “It's a fun game with a solid storyline and graphics.”
- “The graphics maintain a nice level of detail, while not being excessive to the point where running it drains the battery quickly.”
- “Artwork is quirky but ultimately charming.”
- “The menu graphics should be improved!”
- “Pros: fluid combat; classes feel varied, each of them filling a different role; diversified builds; old-school graphics; long campaign cons: ugly character/portrait art; moving around while outside of combat is slow and boring; clumsy interface; combat may feel repetitive at times.”
- “The graphics are simple, the story is unique and interesting so far, the gameplay is fun.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
29%
21%
The game boasts impressive replayability, with users highlighting its extensive gameplay hours, varied character options, and strategic customization that encourage multiple playthroughs. The engaging storyline and absence of intrusive ads or in-app purchases further enhance its replay value, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of classic RPGs. Overall, players consistently praise the game's ability to keep them returning for more.
- “Talents and the strategy of character and team progression are varied enough to provide replayability and good customization.”
- “The replay value alone is amazing, but add in great story, and awesome mechanics and it is just the best bang for your buck.”
- “Not every group has what it takes, and therein lies the replayability of the game.”
- “The free characters are perfectly competent, and the premium ones mainly add some variety for replay value.”
- “This is alleviated somewhat by the in-app purchase characters, but some degree of customization in the base game is a mainstay for RPGs of this sort and would do wonders for replay value.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of ads and microtransactions, while others note the presence of optional in-app purchases for additional characters that do not hinder gameplay progression. Some users express concerns about the game's upfront cost and the perception that it may prioritize profit over player experience. Overall, the game strikes a balance between a small initial purchase and optional content, appealing to those who prefer a more straightforward monetization approach.
- “No ads, no microtransactions.”
- “The in-app purchases are for additional characters, and are *not required* to advance.”
- “In-app purchases do not ruin the game, which is rare these days.”
- “Free with ads and cash grabs or, like this, small upfront cost and that's it.”
- “In-app purchases argue this game was developed by businessmen and not gamers.”
- “Would rather see completion before extra in-app purchases.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, with battles lacking variety and becoming drawn-out over time. While some appreciate the old-school dungeon crawler feel, the repetitive nature of grinding for levels detracts from the overall experience.
- “However, tactics and battles lack variety; battles are grindy and slow.”
- “It gets drawn-out and grindy.”
- “Gets a little tedious later on.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the game's humor for its originality, avoiding clichéd pixel graphics and forced meme references, which often detract from the experience. The absence of idle mechanics further enhances the game's comedic delivery, making it feel fresh and engaging.
- “The humor in this game is genuinely clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses witty dialogue and unexpected situations to create hilarious moments.”
- “The comedic timing and quirky characters make every interaction a joy to experience.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is praised for its depth and variety, allowing players to explore multiple paths that enhance the overall experience. Coupled with an engaging storyline and intuitive combat mechanics, the system is well-integrated and contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment.
- “Epic story and worldbuilding, intuitive fighting mechanics, smart pathfinding, and varied character development paths.”
- “Very fun game with great character development and an interesting storyline.”
- “The character development system, combat system, and user interface are well developed.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no glitches encountered, contributing to a high replay value.
- “No glitches and great replay value.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been criticized for being a dismal soundtrack with a non-seamless loop, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, the small font size on mobile devices further complicates the enjoyment of the game.
- “The music loop is not seamless, and the fonts are too small for mobile!”
- “Mediocre RPG with a forced plot and a dismal soundtrack.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have praised the recent optimization features, including 'auto-glomming' of teams and enhanced inventory controls, which significantly improve performance and reduce mouse clicks, leading to a more enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “The most recent features, such as 'auto-glomming' of your team, improved inventory controls, and performance boosts, make a huge difference in playability, reducing mouse clicks and enhancing overall enjoyment.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional aspect of the game, noting that interactions such as moving or attacking often feel unresponsive, leading to a disconnect and diminished emotional engagement.

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