Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
- March 25, 2020
- Codename Entertainment Inc.
- 406h median play time
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Get on Epic Games Store"Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms" is a free-to-play strategy game based on the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse. Unlock and collect iconic Champions from various D&D sources and master their abilities to complete adventures in famous D&D locations. The game features regular content updates including new Champions, adventures, and events.
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Reviews
- story900 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is often described as minimal and repetitive, with many players feeling that it lacks depth and engagement. While some appreciate the Dungeons & Dragons lore and character interactions, others criticize the simplistic narrative structure and the frequent resets of progress after missions, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, but many players find it insufficient to sustain long-term interest.
“The storylines are simple enough, but marked with colorful characters and a delightful dash of absurdity.”
“The game has a story that you can play through to unlock new heroes along the way in each adventure.”
“The story integrated into each of the missions breathes some life into an otherwise standard game.”
“The main content loop is to deal with whatever time-limited event is currently going on, then if that is dealt with continue to slog through multiple hundred missions that after the first 30+ really lose their appeal, you toggle off the text and quests because a story that would have found place on a coaster is stretched to fit 10-50 little text blobs that try desperately to justify why the characters now need to deal with some random stuff or enemies that don't really fit the theme or area.”
“The story is awful, (not that I came for the story) my team murdered a handful of demon cows then they went into town and killed some drunk people (can't tell you why I just clicked stuff).”
“The quests are repetitive as well, it's either kill enemy, collect a certain item that drops from the enemy or in rarer occasions that changes.”
- gameplay668 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms" is characterized by a blend of idle mechanics and strategic decision-making, allowing players to progress even when not actively engaged. While many players appreciate the depth of character management and formation strategies, others criticize the repetitive nature and reliance on microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite its engaging elements, the game can feel grindy and lacks the active gameplay some players desire, leading to mixed reviews on its long-term enjoyment.
“Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a delightful blend of strategy, idle mechanics, and the rich lore of Dungeons & Dragons.”
“The idle mechanics allow you to make progress even when you’re not actively playing, making it a perfect game for busy schedules.”
“With its deep progression system, strategic gameplay, and immersive presentation, Idle Champions provides countless hours of entertainment for players seeking adventure in the Forgotten Realms.”
“Even ignoring all the pay-to-win stuff, the gameplay loop itself is just mind-numbingly boring.”
“Gameplay is almost non-existent, just a clicker with some RPG features.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and dull, the levels don't change much into my third adventure and I am not really sure why anyone would bother.”
- monetization401 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 34 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as overly aggressive and predatory, featuring numerous microtransactions and intrusive ads. While some users appreciate the ability to progress without spending money, they note that the game often feels like a cash grab, with essential content locked behind expensive paywalls and a heavy reliance on loot boxes. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as a significant detractor from the gameplay experience, leading to frustration among players who feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.
“While Idle Champions offers in-game purchases, its free-to-play model is one of the fairest I've encountered.”
“Microtransactions mostly offer time-saving perks rather than power, so you're never forced to pay to win.”
“The monetization system feels fair and non-intrusive, with most premium items being cosmetic or convenience-based rather than essential for gameplay.”
“The sole purpose of this is to try to subconsciously detach you from the real monetary cost of their very overpriced in-game purchases.”
“It's a blatant cash grab, frequent events and seasons seem to be created to prey on a fear of missing out.”
“The game is a cash grab, designed solely to extort money.”
- grinding302 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and repetitive, often feeling like a cash grab due to its heavy reliance on microtransactions to ease the grind. While some players find enjoyment in the grind as a means of progression and resource management, many express frustration over the slow pace and the necessity of grinding for long hours to achieve meaningful progress, especially for free-to-play users. Overall, the game is characterized as highly grindy, appealing primarily to those who enjoy idle mechanics and are willing to invest significant time or money.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You will almost always be farming an event or time gate, and not farming those events and time gates is very punishing because they become the only way to gain favor reliably (and of course, how you obtain and gear up new heroes).”
“Grindy (60 - 100 hours).”
“It becomes an endless, tedious 'idle' grind like all others.”
“No story, very grindy and a massive cash grab, avoid it.”
“The game used to be at least somewhat friendly to new players and you didn't have to spend a ton of money to get everything up to speed in a reasonable time, but recent changes have made it basically impossible for new players to get anywhere without either spending months/years grinding hard or forking over tons and tons of cash.”
- graphics227 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms" are a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the whimsical and colorful art style that captures the essence of Dungeons & Dragons. However, some reviews criticize the visuals as outdated, likening them to early 2000s flash games, and note performance issues that detract from the experience. Overall, while the character designs and animations are often praised, the game's graphical quality does not consistently meet modern standards.
“The art style strikes a perfect balance between whimsical and heroic, capturing the essence of D&D.”
“Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms' presentation is top-notch, with colorful visuals, charming character designs, and immersive sound design that bring the world of Dungeons & Dragons to life.”
“The character designs, animations, and overall graphical style all pay homage to the original Dungeons & Dragons artwork, enhancing the immersion into the Forgotten Realms universe.”
“Despite the simplified 2D graphics and animation, the game consumes an enormous amount of computer resources over time, akin to a high-end AAA game, heating your CPU and leaking your memory, yet it requires constant running to make real progress.”
“Graphics are a joke - it looks like 90s Macromedia Flash animations.”
“The very worst of 'freemium' monetization combined with absolutely eye-bleeding ugly artwork, pathetic animations, and gameplay that is even worse than those 90s Newgrounds Flash games that many of you played when you were still middle/high school teens.”
- music111 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality and catchy tunes that enhance the overall experience, particularly within its fantasy theme. Many players appreciate the diverse soundtrack and the jukebox feature, although some note that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout aspect, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
“The champions, maps, and enemies all have a distinct fantasy feel, and the background music is catchy without being intrusive – perfect for a game you might leave running for a while.”
“Just spent almost 50 hours playing, and the best thing about this game is the soundtrack.”
“The music is immersive and fits perfectly with the game’s fantasy theme, making it more enjoyable to play.”
“The music is okay, but there's only one song that you'll be hearing over and over again, so I recommend having a music player nearby.”
“Can't mute in-game music even when I set the in-game volume to 0%.”
“As for other stuff I didn't cover like the music or the story, all I can say is it's unmemorable even after this many playthroughs.”
- humor74 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -3 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny character dialogues, quirky storylines, and lighthearted tone that sets it apart from other idle games. Many reviews highlight the clever writing and amusing interactions, particularly for fans of Dungeons & Dragons, making the gameplay experience both entertaining and engaging. However, some players feel that the humor can be hit or miss, with occasional criticisms of lazy design and repetitive dialogue.
“The writing gets rather snappy and humorous in the later chapters.”
“Nobody cares much about the story of this genre but this game has some funny storylines and punchlines that make you laugh.”
“The game certainly isn't lacking in a sense of humor, and I appreciate the more lighthearted tone, a nice change of pace with how serious Baldur's Gate and other Forgotten Realms games can be.”
“Was this garbage supposed to be funny?”
“The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
“I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than comedic.”
- optimization69 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting persistent bugs, performance issues, and a lack of significant updates to address these problems. While some users note that it runs smoothly on certain devices, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, requiring excessive attention to achieve effective performance, especially as more content is added. Additionally, the monetization strategy has led to frustrations regarding the balance between gameplay and pay-to-win mechanics, further detracting from the experience.
“The game runs smoothly, even during chaotic, late-game battles with hordes of enemies on screen.”
“The diverse cast ensures that players can experiment with various team compositions, fostering strategic thinking as they devise ways to optimize their party's performance.”
“It's a fun idle game that allows for optimization in what abilities you choose for your heroes and how you set up your formation.”
“Additionally, the game remains plagued with countless bugs that have persisted for years without being addressed, especially in performance and stability.”
“This game is quite honestly a buggy, poorly optimized mess and I have finally lost patience with it.”
“Unfortunately, in its current state, this game is poorly optimized, not unsurprising considering it is still in early access.”
- stability68 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, crashes, and freezes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over technical issues that have remained unresolved for years, leading to a generally unplayable experience, especially in later stages of the game. Overall, the consensus is that the game is a "buggy mess," with a strong recommendation to avoid it until substantial improvements are made.
“So I would say it's a relatively bug-free experience.”
“Not bad if you have some free time to waste; it's a pretty solid game with no glitches.”
“Overall, the game feels stable and reliable.”
“Technical issues make it unplayable; the game fails to update your downtime progression and freezes during all future loads.”
“The developers have gone full greed mode, bugs and issues with the game, especially the offline mode, are just so buggy. You can spend 10-15 minutes setting up your groups for the day, and then you look away, and all of them get reset, with all champions unequipped and de-leveled to the level of having to be unlocked again.”
“Bug ridden to the extreme; every single event has bugs, new champions are almost guaranteed to have some bugs, and there are still bugs causing playability issues after years.”
- character development18 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Character development in "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms" receives mixed reviews, with some praising the deep and rewarding customization options that enhance gameplay and strategy, while others criticize the character designs as bland and lacking in animation. The game is noted for its homage to Dungeons & Dragons through its visuals and character stories, but some players feel it falls short in providing meaningful character progression and narrative depth. Overall, while the character designs and artwork are appreciated, the depth of character development and storytelling leaves room for improvement.
“The character development system is deep and rewarding, allowing players to customize their teams and strategies to overcome difficult challenges.”
“The character designs, animations, and overall graphical style all pay homage to the original Dungeons & Dragons artwork, enhancing the immersion into the Forgotten Realms universe.”
“It actually seems to have a story (albeit fairly basic) to it that can connect you to the already established world and get a good insight into the characters' minds and values instead of other similar games which just focus on character design instead of actually giving them a personality.”
“Last and certainly least, character designs are honestly bland and uninspiring. I get that it's an idle game, but it's just so lackluster in terms of any animation or character designs, not to mention the 'skins' which are just stupid and add nothing to the game other than 'looking good'.”
“I'll be honest... this game is not the grit and real character development that is the Forgotten Realms.”
“There appears to be little in the way of story and character development (your own and NPCs), and the gameplay is almost nonexistent.”
- replayability15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through a diverse range of champions, quests, and challenges, allowing players to engage with the content multiple times. While some missions may lack replay value, the overall structure, including adventure variants and timegates, provides ample opportunities for players to enjoy the game repeatedly. Many users find the gameplay addictive, with a strong emphasis on grinding and exploration, making it appealing for fans of RPGs.
“Offers enough D&D fluff to feel like there's a story, but the variety of champions offers extensive replayability.”
“Lots of champions to unlock and gear up, plus a huge amount of replayability with adventure variants, timegates, and patron challenges.”
“Amazing play, great replay value, a huge grind for those who like it like myself; this game is all around very, very good and I recommend it to anyone getting into any RPG.”
“Why are the variant missions not replayable?”
“Not strictly replayability as there is so much scope to move forward.”
“Replayability is pretty big.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while players appreciate its beautiful graphics and touching music, many express disappointment over a lack of deep emotional engagement in the gameplay and story. Some feel a sense of heartache regarding the game's monetization practices, which detract from their overall experience, despite the supportive community. Ultimately, while the game fulfills a desire for incremental success, it leaves some players feeling unfulfilled emotionally compared to other titles.
“In another, it's heartfelt.”
“This game is very beautiful, and its songs and music are very touching.”
“It sucks that this game now appears as my #1 game of all time when there are many other games which are much more worthy of that title, and have provided me with so much more entertainment, affected me on a much deeper emotional level, and have given me wonderful and amazing experiences I will remember for perhaps the rest of my life.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is richly detailed, featuring diverse environments that evoke a sense of wonder and adventure, complemented by an engaging soundtrack. While some players appreciate the immersive Dungeons & Dragons vibe and the lore, others feel that the atmosphere could be enhanced with more interactive storytelling elements. Overall, the atmosphere is a mix of captivating visuals and sound, though opinions vary on its depth and engagement.
“From lush forests and towering mountains to dark dungeons and ancient ruins, every location is filled with detail and atmosphere, creating a sense of wonder and adventure that draws players deeper into the game's rich lore.”
“The game also has a really cool atmosphere and a great soundtrack, so the whole experience looks really nice, especially if you have a second monitor to play it on and want to idle.”
“Well, after 22 hours I'm still a bit mystified by some of the concepts of the genre, but Idle Champions is still superb fun and has excellent realmsian atmosphere.”
“D&D atmosphere is present, especially if you enjoy reading dialogues. Personally, I would prefer to read short stories about adventures or experience some brief animated interactions.”
