Hungry Dragon: by Hungry Shark

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"Hungry Dragon" is a single-player fantasy arcade game with good plot, mechanics, outstanding graphics, and humor-filled content. As a ferocious dragon, players explore a medieval world, eating, burning, and destroying while collecting unique dragons, costumes, and pets. However, the game has issues with grinding, frequent ads, and bugs that may hinder overall enjoyment.

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Play Modes

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

Hungry Dragon: by Hungry Shark screenshot

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics722 positive mentions

monetization448 negative mentions

Great graphics and fun gameplay with a variety of dragons to unlock.
The game is addictive and offers a good balance of challenge without being pay-to-win.
The controls are easy to learn, making it accessible for players of all ages.

The game frequently crashes, especially after updates, leading to lost progress.
The cost to unlock new dragons increases significantly, making progression feel tedious.
There is no cloud save option for Android users, resulting in lost progress when switching devices.

graphics
968 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
22%
4%
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from users, with many praising the vibrant and colorful visuals, as well as the detailed designs of the dragons. However, some players have reported issues with lag and performance, particularly on lower-end devices, and have expressed a desire for improved graphics optimization. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for a mobile game, there are calls for enhancements to meet higher expectations.
- “The graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is the same.”
- “The graphics are outstanding!”
- “This game has amazing graphics and I can't wait till I get the new dragons because their design is amazing.”
- “In my opinion, the graphics are absolute garbage.”
- “The graphics are so bad that it feels like I'm playing on a PS2.”
- “The graphics in the game suck; you all need to work on that.”
monetization
525 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
7%
85%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, particularly unskippable ones that interrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the ability to pay for an ad-free experience, others feel that the aggressive push for microtransactions and the high costs of in-game purchases detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, players are divided on whether the monetization strategy enhances or hinders their gaming experience.
- “It is also not too pushy with microtransactions, which I like.”
- “While it's free-to-play, it's not too greedy with microtransactions and is generous with freebies.”
- “This game is very fun; in-game purchases are very cheap and worth it.”
- “But the video advertisements that come up with no way to exit except to quit the game completely are becoming a bit much, and are starting to outweigh the entertainment value.”
- “The amount of ads you have to watch is ridiculous especially if you are grinding missions.”
- “Forced ads you can't skip?!?”
gameplay
309 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
33%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun, addictive, and visually appealing, with simple controls and a satisfying leveling system. However, many players note that it suffers from repetitiveness, grindiness, and issues with microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience. While the mechanics are engaging, the lack of variety in maps and the high cost of unlocking dragons contribute to a sense of monotony over time.
- “Very simple, easy, and enjoyable gameplay.”
- “Controls are easy to learn, gameplay is fun, satisfying, and addictive.”
- “The gameplay is amazing and smooth, the graphics are excellent and the dragons are wicked cool.”
- “The gameplay unfortunately doesn't offer much variation to ease the drudgery and repetition.”
- “The pursuit to unlock bigger dragons and collecting mini dragons are its main reason to continue playing as the gameplay is extremely repetitive.”
- “Gameplay suffers from constant lag or FPS drops while also being unresponsive at times, causing the dragon to stop.”
story
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
76%
6%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and narrative, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging plot or storyline. While some enjoy the variety of missions and challenges, they often find the progression system grindy and frustrating, particularly due to high costs for new dragons and frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the game's graphics and mechanics but feel that a compelling story could enhance their experience significantly.
- “If you are looking for a game with a riveting story and impeccable graphics, look no further!”
- “This is an amazing game even though I rate it 5 stars. I feel like it could have a story about the other dragons who try to kill you and not the people because they were trained by the people.”
- “It's a fun game but now have a mission that is impossible to complete.”
- “I wish there was a plot, but there is none; very boring after a while of exploring.”
- “The game is well made and at first very enjoyable, but there are significant differences between dragons which would keep the experience refreshing and enjoyable if it did not take a huge amount of time to progress.”
- “So boring! No story, no logical way to get money, nothing to do in the game; it's just a waste of time.”
grinding
121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
99%
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-oriented, with many players finding the process of accumulating gold and unlocking dragons to be tedious and time-consuming. While some appreciate the grind as a necessary part of progression and find it rewarding, others express frustration over the high costs of dragons and the repetitive nature of gameplay, particularly for non-paying players. Overall, the grinding aspect is a significant point of contention, with opinions divided on whether it enhances or detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “It kills time and isn't too grindy.”
- “The grinding feels rewarding and keeps me engaged.”
- “I enjoy the grind; it gives me a sense of progression.”
- “It's a fun game, but accumulating enough gold to buy each dragon takes a long time and gets extremely tedious.”
- “The amount of gold it costs to buy each dragon is ridiculous and makes the game so tedious to play; it's not worth the time.”
- “Unfortunately, the game gets extremely grindy, especially in the higher tiers if you don't spend money.”
stability
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
2%
93%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. Players express frustration over losing progress and experiencing issues during loading screens, particularly after updates. While some users enjoy the game, the overwhelming feedback indicates that stability problems need urgent attention from developers to enhance the overall experience.
- “No problems, no glitches; I'm loving the graphics and I'm all the way addicted.”
- “I enjoy this game a lot... it's fairly easy to play, and so far no glitches, which is nice... my son loves to watch me play it.”
- “Fun game, no glitches, graphically sound.”
- “Game is fun and very grindy, but I have a huge issue with the game being very buggy when I start it. Sometimes it goes straight to play, and 50% of the time it gets stuck in a constant crash loop, which sucks because I have the ad-free version. Please update the game and fix it; when you do, it will go to a 5-star for me.”
- “Non-stop crashing no matter how often the troubleshooting steps are followed, leading to a loss of all progress. That's really frustrating since it would be awesome if it worked.”
- “The fact that it constantly freezes and crashes, rendering it unplayable anymore, is a huge letdown.”
humor
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny and cute character designs, amusing sound effects, and entertaining animations, particularly during chaotic gameplay moments. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements, such as the exaggerated reactions of characters and the absurdity of certain game mechanics, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game is described as both funny and addictive, making it a delightful time-waster for players.
- “Other than that, the app is a great time waster, looks wonderful, has funny and cute characters, awesome dragons, and the guilt-free stress of eating everything and anything without consequences.”
- “I especially like the sound effects: everybody screaming bloody murder as they run for their lives, lmao, it's hilarious!!!”
- “It's funny and fun.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
49%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of soothing and epic tracks. Players particularly enjoy the soundtrack during key moments, such as the heavy metal music during fire rush, and appreciate the fantasy-inspired themes. However, some users have noted issues with sound balance and the desire for more music variety, as well as technical glitches affecting playback.
- “The music is what catches my senses the most.”
- “I love this game; the theme, the songs in the background, how fantasy/fairy-tale inspired this game is... is just stunning.”
- “The dragons are very detailed and the soundtrack is phenomenal!!!”
- “I would like sliders for the sound options instead of just on and off; the music is pretty chilling, but I can't hear it over the screaming and chewing sounds.”
- “Once I have entered the game, it's just a plain blue screen with the background music... please fix this!”
- “The music is good, but it's just weird and boring.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
61%
14%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including lag and unresponsiveness, particularly on lower-end devices. While some users noted improvements after recent updates, others still reported heating and frame rate drops, indicating that further optimization is needed for a smoother gameplay experience across all devices. Despite these challenges, the game remains enjoyable for many, especially on more powerful hardware.
- “It's performance has been like butter with lots of bells & whistles (if you can catch my drift).”
- “I did have trouble with performance issues on a device with 8GB RAM and 128 ROM, but after the last 2 updates, it seems to run smoothly without any problems. So I came back to edit my review and give the game 5 stars because it deserves it. Thank you again Ubisoft for this fantastic free entertainment!”
- “Great app, could be optimized a little better; lags sometimes and freezes, but love it.”
- “The game is nice but not optimized for a graphic card's performance.”
- “I wish it had better optimization; my phone heats up pretty high after even just loading the selection of dragons, while games like Genshin do not generate any heating unless I get into a long fight.”
- “Laggy and horribly optimized.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Character development in the game is generally viewed as charming and improved compared to its predecessor, with users appreciating the quality of character design and the fun variations available. However, some find the dragon designs to be somewhat boring and childish, though still cute. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with notable enhancements in character design and gameplay.
- “Really fun game, has a good play time of 5-15 minutes and the artwork/character design is quite charming.”
- “Love the quality of character design and gameplay.”
- “Lots of fun, with variation in character development that is better than Shark World.”
- “The character design of the dragons is boring and childish, yet cute.”
- “The controls could use a little bit of work, but they definitely improved this game compared to the last Hungry Games.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express mixed emotional responses to the game, with some experiencing frustration due to gameplay mechanics like lag and instant deaths, while others find the graphics disorienting, leading to feelings of motion sickness. Despite these issues, the game is still appreciated for its engaging concept.
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive visuals and atmospheric music that complements the experience without being intrusive. However, some players feel that the pay-to-win elements, particularly in league mode, detract from the overall enjoyment. There are also requests for expanded environments, such as additional planets and sky atmospheres, to further enrich the gameplay.
- “The visuals are great for a free-to-play mobile game, the music is very atmospheric and non-intrusive.”
- “The only thing I don't like is this game still has a pay-to-win atmosphere, especially in the league mode.”
- “I wish we could go to another planet as we get bigger dragons. The little dragons stay on Earth, but the big ones should go to another planet because they are too big for Earth. More food, more dragons, and I also wish we could talk to other players.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players generally find the game highly replayable, citing its fun mechanics and lack of an energy system as significant factors that enhance the experience. However, some users have noted that reducing lag could further improve playability.
- “A lot of fun, no energy system, great replay value.”
- “Really fun and a lot of replay value.”