Hoplite

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Hoplite is a single player casual role playing game with a historical theme. It was developed by Magma Fortress and was released on March 16, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

Hoplite is a single-player historical role-playing game where you defend your creator by strategically using your shield to deflect waves of opponents. Featuring splendid game mechanics, exceptional graphics, and a captivating plot, it offers a rich experience complemented by a good soundtrack and extensive replayability. Fight as a hoplite and master tactical combat in this engaging adventure.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,492 reviews

gameplay127 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The mechanics are easy to understand, making it accessible for new players while still offering depth for experienced gamers.
The game is free with no ads, providing a genuine gaming experience without interruptions.
Hoplite combines strategic thinking with turn-based gameplay, making each move feel impactful and rewarding.

After reaching level 16, players feel limited as they cannot progress further without purchasing the premium version.
Some mechanics, like the lunge attack, can be inconsistent, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The game lacks a save feature, forcing players to restart from the beginning after dying, which can be tedious.

gameplay
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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38%
2%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, allowing players to easily grasp the mechanics while still offering depth and strategic complexity as they progress. Many reviews highlight the engaging and skill-based nature of the gameplay, with randomly generated levels and a balanced difficulty curve that keeps the experience fresh and challenging. Overall, players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads, the well-thought-out upgrade systems, and the satisfying sense of achievement that comes from mastering the game.
- “The mechanics are easy to understand, difficulty is just right, achievements are achievable and the upgrades they unlock are well thought out, the sound design is great, the pixel art is solid, and I haven't had any bugs.”
- “Deceptively minimalist gameplay requires levels of strategy often seen in much more complex games.”
- “A combination of great level design, fun mechanics, and addictive challenges make this a really compelling game!”
- “Poorly designed maps/mechanics can make it impossible to complete levels.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive, even before reaching the campaign level of 16.”
- “My only gripe is that it's sometimes hard to know what will happen between you, items (bombs, spears), and other entities (enemies) if you move to a certain square--the interactions or mechanics of things aren't always 100% clear.”
graphics
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
55%
4%
The graphics of the game are predominantly described as simplistic and retro, often featuring charming 8-bit pixel art that appeals to fans of old-school aesthetics. While some players appreciate the nostalgic visuals and find them fitting for the gameplay, others express a desire for more animations or graphical options, particularly favoring the legacy graphics over newer updates. Overall, the graphics are seen as effective in supporting the game's mechanics, though opinions vary on their quality and appeal.
- “Beautiful game, aesthetically pleasing!”
- “An excellent tactics roguelike game with deep, unique strategy, fun gameplay loop, polished mechanics, and nice retro visuals.”
- “I really liked this game and its graphics.”
- “Has outdated graphics and sounds, and Google achievements don't work on the free version.”
- “The new graphics are terribly tacky and detract from the simplicity and beauty of the original game.”
- “Disappointed in new graphics.”
replayability
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
33%
4%
Overall, the game exhibits a strong sense of replayability, with many users praising its addictive nature and the variety of challenges it offers. While some players noted limitations in the free version and a lack of depth after a certain point, the majority highlighted the game's ability to keep players engaged through unique gameplay mechanics, daily challenges, and strategic depth. Many reviews emphasize that the game is easy to pick up yet difficult to master, contributing to its high replay value.
- “Simple yet complex, easy to learn and hard to master, with near-infinite replayability and a real 'just-one-more-run' pull.”
- “This is a fantastic little game that offers endless replayability and excellent value for money.”
- “Incredible tactical depth, amazing replayability, generous demo, offline, no ads... this game is worth twice the price.”
- “It lacks a lot of depth and replayability.”
- “The game is not bad, but the free version (which most of us play and which I'm rating) is very short and has got very limited replayability - a game for a day.”
- “No replayability after you beat it.”
monetization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a commendable monetization strategy, being free to play with no intrusive ads or microtransactions, which many players appreciate. A one-time in-app purchase is available for those seeking additional content, but the free version offers substantial gameplay without any ads or pressure to spend money. Overall, players find the monetization approach refreshing and a model for other mobile games.
- “Best of all, the game is free with no ads!”
- “No ads, just a one-time payment clearly stating what extra features come with the inexpensive payment.”
- “This game is completely free; no ads, no pay-to-win, it has unique and well-executed gameplay, is extremely fun, and has decent replay value.”
- “I would rather pay the $5 price for a good game than sit through countless ads or pay a weekly payment for a game that is designed to be addictive.”
- “Are you idiots really oblivious to the fact that the game wants permission to make in-app purchases before installing?”
- “Really fun game, but I tried to buy premium and the in-app purchase screen automatically selects a secondary Google account on my phone without letting me choose my primary account where all my credit is.”
story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
54%
7%
The game's story is generally appreciated for its simplicity and procedural nature, providing an engaging experience despite its brevity. Players express a desire for more quests, characters, and varied missions to enhance the narrative depth and overall gameplay. While the existing story mode is enjoyable, many feel it lacks sufficient content and complexity to fully satisfy their expectations.
- “I loved the main storyline even with its simplicity, because it's procedural.”
- “You can play the 'story' mode of this game a million times and never have the same experience!”
- “An excellent puzzle game with just enough story to make it more than arbitrary puzzle piece manipulation.”
- “The game does not develop, there is no plot or general aim, just more scenarios and weapons.”
- “Isn't there a storyline here?”
- “Too bad it is so short, they should have more missions.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its fitting aesthetic and nostalgic vibes, contributing to an immersive atmosphere. However, some players noted issues with a repetitive soundtrack and occasional bugs that cause the music to stop playing. Overall, while the music enhances the gameplay experience, there is room for improvement and variety.
- “The music is very fitting to the aesthetic of Hoplite.”
- “Very casual, fun, rogue-like with super chill music and simple mechanics... the perfect nighttime relaxer game for me.”
- “Awesome atmosphere, fun gameplay, love the music.”
- “My only complaint is the repetitive soundtrack, which never changes.”
- “For some reason the music stops working after a few games; that's my only gripe.”
- “A few bugs, music doesn't play all the time but the game is.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
71%
Reviews of the game's grinding aspect are mixed; while some players appreciate its lack of tedious grinding and mindless mechanics, others find certain elements repetitive and shallow. The game is praised for its strategic depth and challenge, but some users feel that the need for constant attention and clicking can become tedious. Overall, it offers a balance between engaging gameplay and moments of grind.
- “Interesting, not grindy, challenging but not infuriating, has depth and evolution, varying tactics.”
- “Having to click on each one to make sure you aren't going to get hit is tedious.”
- “It's very tedious, and nothing really interesting happens.”
- “Everything is so shallow and grindy.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique blend of strategy and engaging visuals, reminiscent of chess but enhanced with cool graphics and retro elements. Players appreciate the fun gameplay and music, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, though some initial confusion about gameplay mechanics was noted.
- “Great atmosphere.”
- “Awesome atmosphere, fun gameplay, love the music.”
- “Strategy game with nice retro atmosphere...”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor and engaging simplicity, providing a fun and fast-paced experience. However, some users find the premium version to be disappointing compared to the base game.
- “Really a great game in its simplicity; it keeps me hanging, trying to figure out the best move, yet it's fast and funny to play.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers suggest that the game has the potential for rich character development, with opportunities for mini-quests and exploration that could enhance the RPG experience. However, this aspect seems to be underutilized or not fully realized in its current form.
- “I also think that there is a beautiful RPG game lurking under the surface here, with mini-quests, maps, and character development that could be implemented.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, delivering a smooth performance that enhances the enjoyable blend of RPG and chess elements.
- “The game runs smoothly and plays like a delightful fusion of RPG and chess.”