Karos Returns

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After a tenuous peace between the four races of Broccion, the world is at war again, seeking leadership. Players take up arms for their guild and for their nation to battle for land, resources, and victory. Choose from four races (Human, Shadow, Seroine, and Vaneese Human) and seven classes (Mystic, Bow Mistress, Blader, Paladin, Rogue, Sorceress, and Gunner), then gain experience to grow into an …

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40%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

story3 negative mentions

Karos Returns offers a nostalgic experience for players familiar with older MMORPGs, particularly in its battle system and gameplay mechanics.
The game is easy to pick up and play, making it accessible for casual gamers looking for a mindless experience.
There are some enjoyable aspects, such as the variety of daily quests and dungeons, which can provide a fun experience for players.

The game suffers from severe connectivity issues, with many players unable to access servers or create accounts.
Graphics and animations are outdated, leading to a visually unappealing experience that does not hold up against modern games.
Character customization is extremely limited, with gender and race locked classes, which frustrates many players seeking more freedom in their character design.

graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely criticized for being outdated and low-quality, with many reviewers noting that they resemble titles from over a decade ago. While some appreciate the character designs, particularly the "waifus," the overall visual presentation is deemed subpar, with comparisons to games from the early 2000s. Many players express disappointment, stating that there are numerous free-to-play alternatives with significantly better graphics.
- “The graphics are next-gen.”
- “- next-gen graphics (far surpasses Xbox One and PS4)”
- “I appreciate the efforts of the devs but truth be told these graphics are equal to that of Perfect World, which was released several years ago around 2001.”
- “Graphics are really dated.”
- “The graphics look like WoW when it first came out (2004) and lag is so bad that I'm lucky if I get 30 frames.”
- “Graphic quality looks like crap, the UI is terribly made, animations are really poor.”
story
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The game's story is criticized for being shallow and formulaic, primarily consisting of repetitive kill and fetch quests with little to no narrative depth. Players feel that the lack of meaningful choices and engaging storytelling detracts from the overall experience, making it feel like a typical MMO rather than a unique adventure. Despite some claims of potential depth, the overwhelming sentiment is that the story fails to elevate the gameplay.
- “It might have a huge content and deep story, but with all these things I've noted, it's not worth more than 2/10 (and that only if the content and story are good).”
- “1. Quests are piled up upon you without reason.”
- “2. There is no freedom of choice when it comes to quest standpoints.”
- “A typical MMO with a typical fetch quest system, typical MMO tropes, and gender and race locked classes.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's grinding aspect is polarizing; while some players appreciate the ease of leveling up through a bot system, others feel it detracts from the experience, suggesting that a more challenging grind could foster a stronger community. Despite mixed feelings, the game remains engaging for those who enjoy PvP and unique weapon mechanics, though it may not appeal to players seeking a less repetitive experience.
- “All in all, it's a click to move, repetitive quest, grindy MMO.”
- “If you hate grinding, this game's for you; if you love grinding, maybe not. Although I feel that perhaps this game might be better if you had to work for your levels, it would create more of a bonding experience.”
gameplay
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Gameplay is generally smooth, but the movement mechanics feel outdated and lack innovation, reminiscent of designs from two decades ago.
- “Gameplay is smooth.”
- “The movement is 'ok', yet the mechanics feel totally outdated, as if they are about 20 years late.”
- “Gameplay lacks innovation and feels like a rehash of old ideas.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is perceived as exploitative, relying on gimmicks to inflate player numbers and employing cheap tactics aimed at generating quick revenue from a dwindling player base.
- “The only differences I can see are a handful of gimmicks to skew their active player numbers, and cheap monetization tricks designed to bring in a quick buck, or more accurately, milk a dying cow.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is hindered by outdated graphics, including poor environment design, character animations, and difficult-to-read text, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion in the game's narrative.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I expected more depth in the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional and forgettable.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in character progression makes the experience feel linear and unengaging.”
music
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The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, with users describing it as "fine."