Idle Superpowers

About

"Idle Superpowers" is a roguelike idle RPG game where you become a hero with multiple superpowers to defeat numerous enemies. The game features web browser, Android, and iOS platforms, allowing players to enjoy the game on their preferred device. In this game, you will fight against endless enemies, collect rewards, and upgrade your superpowers to become stronger.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,429 reviews

story83 positive mentions

monetization147 negative mentions

The game offers a unique combination of superpowers that allows for creative builds and strategies.
The storyline is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay, making it more than just a typical idle game.
The game has minimal ads, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without constant interruptions.

Progression can be extremely slow, especially after reaching higher levels, leading to frustration.
There are frequent bugs and crashes, particularly after updates, which can reset progress or cause the game to become unplayable.
The in-app purchases are overpriced, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress effectively.

monetization
182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. While some users find the in-app purchases, particularly for ad removal, to be overpriced, the game is praised for allowing free-to-play progression without mandatory spending. However, issues with ad functionality, such as crashes and uncredited rewards, have been reported, indicating a need for improvement in this area.
- “I enjoyed the game so much, even though it's free to play (with some microtransactions), I threw a few dollars into it to make it ad-free and buy the starter bundle.”
- “No ads, no pay-to-win, no nothing, it's just a good game, nothing bad to say about it.”
- “Honestly one of the better games right now, I like the premise and it's not ads in your face every five seconds; in fact, they're optional. All in all, a good game and you should play it.”
- “I will not pay $13 to remove ads when the watch ads function doesn't work and seems to be broken on purpose to force me into buying the ad-free package.”
- “The game is good, very well made even for an idle game...but you have put in a system that doesn't work...you want to make money from in-game purchases but the in-game purchases don't work when you click on them so I'm a bit stuck and cannot buy more in-game currency.”
- “Was a fun game until you added these ridiculous ads when getting killed.”
story
157 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging and unique narrative elements, particularly for an idle game. However, some users noted issues with pacing, slow progression, and occasional glitches that detracted from the experience. While the storyline is considered interesting and adds depth to the gameplay, there are calls for more content, better writing, and additional choices to enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “Absolutely great game, good story as well which a lot of games like this don't have, and it makes the game so much better when you have a goal.”
- “The story is great! I love that you actually took the time to make a story in an idle game; it's fantastic.”
- “I never thought I would find an idle game with this much story, nonetheless one that does it so well.”
- “Once you hit 201, the slow wall started, and by 301 I was bored with the idea of going another 200 levels for another page of storyline and a few powers.”
- “It is really frustrating to see poor grammar and spelling in a game that wants to tell me a story.”
- “Shame the story drops out after level 3500; no redemption arc, no ability to choose between good and evil, it's just sort of depressing.”
gameplay
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is generally well-received for its fun mechanics and engaging super-power system, offering a mix of simplicity and depth that keeps players entertained. However, many users express frustration with unclear mechanics, a cumbersome UI, and issues with game balance and saving progress, which detracts from the overall experience. While the idle gameplay loop is enjoyable, some players find it repetitive and desire more variety and improvements in mechanics to enhance their experience.
- “A really interesting game, the simple but effective graphics belying the huge scope of imaginative super-power based gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is good and simple to understand but enough mechanics going on that there is some depth into the game.”
- “The extra mechanics and the range of powers give way more longevity of fun compared to other idle games.”
- “The game could use better explanations on how some mechanics work, like passive gold.”
- “This game is boring as hell; the entire gameplay is to join, press a couple of buttons, and then leave while waiting for the offline income. For being a super power-related game, you sure have to wait several hours before you get one.”
- “The gameplay from prestige to prestige is the same, and I feel like I'm not truly progressing.”
graphics
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and basic, which some players find charming and fitting for the gameplay style, while others feel they detract from the overall experience. Despite the lack of flashy visuals, many reviewers appreciate the lightweight and amusing art style, noting that it complements the engaging gameplay and story. Overall, while the graphics may not impress those seeking high-end visuals, they are deemed adequate for the game's concept and enjoyable for casual play.
- “A really interesting game, the simple but effective graphics belying the huge scope of imaginative super-power based gameplay.”
- “Well, some people might judge the game based on its simplistic 2D graphics and controls, but it's actually a pretty great idle game.”
- “Really enjoyable gameplay, balanced progressing, eye-friendly graphics and a little extra from developers - the story.”
- “The graphics, story, writing, and interface could all use some serious revamp.”
- “Graphics are very basic; the game content mostly revolves around power numbers.”
- “Grind, grind, grind... barely any boosts in the game... poor graphics, but it's a good time waster for a few hours.”
grinding
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a mixed perception of grinding in the game, with many players noting it can be quite tedious and time-consuming, especially in the early stages and when trying to master powers. However, some appreciate the grind as part of the gameplay experience, finding it rewarding when they achieve synergies and progress. Overall, while the game is entertaining and offers a unique storyline, several players suggest that quality of life improvements and additional content could alleviate the grindiness.
- “I love how you aren't forced to watch ads, and it's fun! I just wish it wasn't as grindy; that's why I'm rating it 4 stars.”
- “The grinding aspect keeps me engaged, as it allows me to strategize and plan my progress effectively.”
- “I appreciate the rewarding feeling that comes from grinding; it makes each achievement feel well-earned.”
- “This in effect has made the game more tedious, rather than less.”
- “Spend days grinding and still nothing.”
- “The only bad part is I lost my save so I had to reset, which is when I realized how grindy early game really is.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny storytelling and entertaining gameplay. While some aspects, like microtransactions, are criticized for being overly priced, the overall comedic elements, including quirky character names and amusing concepts, contribute to a fun experience. Many users find the humor engaging enough to keep them playing regularly.
- “It's a good idea; the game doesn't hit you with an ad every 5 seconds and has a kind of funny story.”
- “It is a very good game, and I'm sleep deprived when I'm typing this, but it's still a good game. It's funny because the first boss is called Nudez, the naked boss. I highly recommend it!”
- “Love the game, and the funny thing is that the best way to win... is to lose.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with many users expressing a desire for a more diverse and engaging soundtrack. Some players find the looping violin music intrusive, especially when it continues to play even after muting the game. Additionally, there are complaints about audio layering issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Good job on the developer, no forced ads, you can watch ads if you need rewards, but no ads actually so worth it, you can get the rewards without watching ads first, mad props to the developer, just keep adding superpower and maybe some music would be nice.”
- “Queen of music.”
- “But suddenly since an update I've had music come through the game even after muting it entirely.”
- “Still, I wish there was more to the music soundtrack.”
- “Every time I open this game, some random violin music starts to play on loop even when the game is minimized.”
- “But suddenly since an update, I've had music come through the game even after muting it entirely.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, glitches, and a general sense of being unfinished. Many players experience issues such as UI problems, inconsistent upgrades, and specific power glitches that detract from the overall enjoyment. While the game has potential, its numerous bugs significantly impact the user experience.
- “Also, frequent crashes and freezes when doing the most minimal of things, it feels like you're walking on ice when doing anything.”
- “My only complaint is that fear strength, (and the other fear-based superpowers,) occasionally glitches. After beating an enemy, the next one with full health appears, and whether it's a stack overflow or because the new enemy has more health than the previous enemy, it multiplies my strength by a very high negative percent.”
- “Very good game, but very buggy.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players enjoy the engaging gameplay and build planning, late-game performance issues and save problems at high levels can hinder progress. Some users report minor performance issues that are manageable, but others find the lack of optimization makes the game unplayable at times.
- “Late game progression seems impossible as progress doesn't save correctly at high level (80000+) resulting in rollback when you get that far, but that still gives you quite a long playtime with a very fun optimization game, great if you love planning out builds as all powers interact with each other multiplicatively and progression is quick and constant for a large part of the game.”
- “I didn't encounter any bugs or performance issues though, so that's a plus.”
- “Great game, but it requires a bit more optimization.”
- “Only downside I've found is that very late game, the performance can take a hit.”
- “The big issue now is the performance of the game on my device (Galaxy S10).”
- “Quite fun but quickly became unplayable due to poor optimization.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's impressive replayability, noting its depth and variety through customizable powersets and randomized elements that change each playthrough. The ability to focus on different stats and create unique combos adds to the fun, making it a standout in the idle game genre with significant replay value.
- “This game is actually the bomb; if you like idle games, this one has really surprising depth and ultra replayability.”
- “High replay value and a fun little story depending on your choices made, which can randomize powers, equipment, and make any playthrough different as you focus on certain stats to work with your abilities and make powerful combos or balance out your weaknesses.”
- “Creating new powersets makes the game actually replayable, which is a major issue with most idle games.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the game's mechanics but express a desire for more detailed character design and improved clarity in character-related elements, such as power descriptions and item costs. Additionally, there are concerns about the presence of spelling and grammar errors that detract from the overall experience.
- “It's a cool game with simple mechanics; I would like to see more detailed character design in the future.”
- “The character designs are impressive, and the variety of powers and abilities adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “The character development is engaging, allowing players to truly connect with their avatars and experience growth throughout the game.”
- “Character designs, item designs, power symbols, the exponential cost of items, the interface, the animation, the descriptions of powers, etc. There are countless spelling and grammar mistakes scattered throughout.”
- “It's a cool game with simple mechanics, but I would like to see more detailed character design in the future.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of frustration and emotional impact regarding their interactions with the game, particularly in response to customer service. The wording of prompts and replies can evoke feelings of guilt or inadequacy, highlighting the importance of empathetic communication in enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “The game asked if I liked it; I said no because I'm not one to leave a review, but the way they worded the response made me feel like I should.”
- “Your reply made me feel stupid for a mistake I did not make; you acted very harshly in that reply, and that is not very nice at all.”