Idle Civilizations

About

"Idle Civilizations" is a simulation game that takes players on a journey through various civilizations. Players start from the ancient world and progress through different eras, building and managing their civilization to achieve new technological advancements. The game uses an idle clicker mechanic, where players can earn resources and progress even when they're not actively playing. The goal is to develop and upgrade a thriving civilization, from humble beginnings to a dominant world power.

Genres & Tags

Simulation

Play Modes

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

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 615 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

monetization150 negative mentions

The game features cute graphics and enjoyable animations, making it visually appealing.
Players appreciate the minimal ads, with only a banner at the bottom and optional ads for rewards.
The gameplay is engaging and offers a fun way to pass the time, especially for fans of idle games.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, making it frustrating to play.
There are too many forced ads that disrupt gameplay, leading to a poor user experience.
Progression can be slow and tedious, with many players feeling that upgrades and events are not rewarding enough.

monetization
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
1%
90%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the prevalence of ads, including forced and unskippable ones, which disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others feel that the frequency and length of ads are excessive, making the game nearly unplayable. Additionally, several players reported dissatisfaction with the ad removal purchase, claiming it did not eliminate all ads as expected.
- “I enjoy it; I hope more areas come. So far, there's only 3 civilizations and 21 levels. It's fun. The no ads option you can buy at the start is for banners only. If you want full ad-free, it's an option after you've played a little. As far as I can tell, there's no forced ads, only optional. I think it has great potential once more levels and events are added.”
- “An interesting game, but charging $20 for no ads is a bit much.”
- “I could see paying $1.99 for no ads, but $5.99 for this quality is just ridiculous.”
- “I want to buy a game and enjoy it without ads that constantly shove into my face what the advertising industry thinks of women.”
- “The ads render the game almost unplayable, and it just doesn't give much as an idle game.”
- “I paid for ad removal and you'd think that means all ads, but nope.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
31%
19%
The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and appealing, with notable features like detailed cutscenes and varied map themes. However, some users feel that the graphics, while enjoyable, do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, often labeling it as a reskin of previous titles. Overall, the art style is appreciated, but there are mixed feelings about its value relative to the game's content and monetization.
- “The graphics are amazing, I love the cutscene intro, the detailed loading screen, the smear animation in the 3D graphics, how the music gets slightly muffled when you open the upgrade or settings menu.”
- “The graphics are cute, and I enjoyed the various maps.”
- “Different themes, great graphics and goals.”
- “The same idle gameplay, same art style, just another reskin.”
- “Graphics are semi cute but not worth the expense for no ad.”
- “Game graphics average, but the earning profit in a level is not updated/ brought through to the next level.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches, particularly after watching ads. Many players express frustration over losing rewards due to these bugs, leading to a disappointing experience despite the game's enjoyable content. Overall, the game's instability detracts heavily from its potential enjoyment.
- “Sadly, it is incredibly buggy and unstable.”
- “Game crashes as soon as I attempt to open it. I love these games; they are perfect for passing the time. It saddens me that the glitches started immediately.”
- “I've played other games by this developer, and I'm so disappointed they released this buggy, unfinished game.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
The gameplay is generally praised for being enjoyable and offering a lot of content, but many users criticize it for being repetitive and derivative, often likening it to previous titles with similar mechanics. Additionally, the presence of intrusive ads disrupts the experience, leading to frustration among players. Overall, while the core gameplay is appreciated, the lack of innovation and excessive advertising detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Great gameplay and loads to do.”
- “Love the gameplay as well.”
- “Fantastic game! I think these people made the entire game; it's got the same style of gameplay.”
- “The same idle gameplay, same art style, just another reskin.”
- “After the first reset, there's hardly any progress to be made, which brings gameplay to a snail's pace.”
- “Another game where ads are longer than actual gameplay.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's story is well-crafted and engaging, providing a clear narrative rather than simply thrusting players into the action. It features a poignant theme centered around greed, which adds depth to the experience. However, some players have expressed frustration with technical issues that hinder their ability to fully engage with the missions.
- “The story of the game is enjoyable and explained very well, instead of just dropping you into the game.”
- “It's a sad story with greedy people.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-integrated, with a notable effect where it becomes slightly muffled when accessing the upgrade or settings menu, enhancing the immersive experience. Overall, it complements the impressive graphics and cutscene intros effectively.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as inconsistent, with players noting that it can evoke feelings unexpectedly and without clear triggers.