Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP

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Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP is a single player role playing game. It was developed by A Thinking Ape Entertainment Ltd. and was released on November 11, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP" is a mobile game with intense clan-based gameplay, where players build their kingdoms, form alliances, and participate in weekly events for epic rewards. The game features strategic building paths with various units, from military soldiers to dragons, and allows for player-vs-player wars, battling for rare equipment and enchantments. Join or create a clan, defend your kingdom with potions, catapults, and traps, and form alliances to rise to power.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,813 reviews

gameplay22 positive mentions

stability33 negative mentions

gameplay
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
64%
4%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration, with many players appreciating the social aspects and community but criticizing the hidden mechanics, outdated features, and lack of developer responsiveness to gameplay issues. While some find the mechanics easy to learn and the game addictive, others feel that significant improvements are needed, particularly in PvP balancing and overall game mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a blend of potential and shortcomings, with calls for better communication of mechanics and more frequent updates.
- “Love all the helpful people and challenging, forever-changing gameplay.”
- “Great game with tons of cool people and easy to learn, but hard to master game mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is fun and easy to pick up...but there is enough depth to keep it interesting even months later!”
- “Content is trash and game mechanics are pathetic.”
- “Do not recommend downloading, as for the gameplay aspect it's dated compared to other mobile games, only for nostalgic people that can't move on from the past.”
- “The gameplay, however, is extremely basic and uninspired.”
stability
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
14%
73%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, bugs, and server issues that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced minimal problems, the majority express frustration over persistent technical difficulties and a lack of effective support from developers. Overall, the game's stability is viewed as poor, with calls for urgent fixes to enhance the user experience.
- “You will not regret trying this game; no glitches at all, works great on Apple products, Android devices, and desktops!”
- “Runs great; never had any problems with the game.”
- “Been playing this for 3 months solid now and very addictive, in-depth and competitive, friendly players, and runs smooth on Galaxy S2 with no glitches or problems.”
- “Download at your peril; if you want a game that is full of glitches and hours of servers being down, this is the game for you!”
- “This game is littered with glitches that they never fix, even though they say they will.”
- “Constantly glitches, accounts being hacked because the developers leaked people's emails, and constant server issues that put the game down for hours.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
51%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "great" and "nice," while others criticize them as "terrible" and "amateuristic." Many users express a desire for improvements, particularly in comparison to other games, noting that the graphics feel outdated and lack interactivity. Overall, while some appreciate the visual style, a significant portion of the community feels that the graphics need substantial enhancement to match modern gaming standards.
- “It's the best game I'd like to play over all other ones that I have ever played with nice people and excellent graphics.”
- “Graphics are great and new stuff is added often.”
- “Really fun to play, great graphics!”
- “The graphics are insanely terrible.”
- “Graphics are awful.”
- “Graphics were terrible.”
story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
64%
9%
The game's storyline receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging elements and multiplayer experience, while others find the quests repetitive and lacking depth. Many users express a desire for more diverse and challenging missions, particularly single-player and spy quests, to enhance gameplay. Overall, while the foundation is appreciated, there is a consensus that the story and quest mechanics need significant improvement to fully realize the game's potential.
- “Hands down, the most addictive and enthralling game experience while mixing perfectly descriptive storylines and defined elements intertwined to create a wonderfully lush multiplayer experience.”
- “I love the clan aspect of bigger missions you have to work together on.”
- “I enjoy the missions and clan battles!!!”
- “The storylines are boring.”
- “Attacking is random and meaningless; quests are the same.”
- “Devs have lost the plot with this game; it has so much further potential, but they blow it time and time again.”
grinding
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many noting that it can become tedious and overwhelming, especially due to constant events that require continuous farming for rewards that quickly become obsolete. While some players enjoy the grind and find it fun, others criticize it for being excessively time-consuming and for the lack of balance, particularly regarding advanced players farming beginners. Overall, the game is described as highly grindy, with mixed feelings about its impact on enjoyment and progression.
- “It's no longer a PvP game; it's about grinding monsters all day, every day, to gain power.”
- “Constant events completely wreck any enjoyment of playing by making it a tedious grind for things that will be replaced in the next event, which usually starts 24 hours after the last one ends.”
- “Awful game, so boring and tedious; I don't even know what the point is.”
monetization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
29%
57%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to aggressive in-app purchase promotions and spammy ads. While some players feel that purchases enhance the experience, others argue that the game has shifted focus towards monetization at the expense of gameplay quality. Overall, the community expresses a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization, emphasizing the need for less intrusive advertising and a reduction in the reliance on in-app purchases.
- “In-app purchases help, but aren't necessary, and the people you meet make it all worthwhile.”
- “While game experience can be enhanced by in-app purchases, it's not dependent to be a strong contender.”
- “Fun, but control those in-app purchases and you will play for years.”
- “Was a great game, now just a complete cash grab with nonstop recycled promos and pushing of premium items.”
- “At one point this game was a lot of fun to play, but over the years the devs have decided to line their pockets with in-app purchase cash.”
- “This is a unique game that is one of the best games on the market, but still suffers from what most free games suffer from: there is almost no way to avoid making an in-app purchase.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Players express a strong desire for in-game music and sound effects, noting that the absence of audio significantly detracts from their overall experience. Many long-time fans miss the original music from the PC version and believe that adding sound would enhance the game's addictive nature. Overall, the lack of music is a common complaint that has led some users to downgrade their ratings.
- “I love this game so much, but it would be even cooler if they had music!”
- “This game is great, really fun to play and crazy addictive. The only thing is there is no music, and I think the experience would be better with it :)”
- “Please add sound to Android! I don't have my iPod anymore, so I can't listen to that epic music. It would be cool to hear it again on my phone. I recommend this game to anyone; it's seriously a great and addictive game to play!”
- “I loved this app since I got it three years ago on my iPod and PC, but the lack of music or audio kills the vibe for me.”
- “No music, frequent crashes, unplanned updates, and too many beta versions.”
- “Downgraded my vote to 4 stars because there's no audio or soundtrack on Android; add sounds and I'll give 5 stars again.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of unintentional comedy and lighthearted fun, with some players finding it amusingly flawed and others enjoying its addictive nature. While some critiques highlight a lack of thoughtful development, many still find moments of genuine humor that contribute to the overall experience.
- “Mods act like they run the game; it's hilariously pathetic.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at how bad it was.”
- “A funny game that's addictive and definitely worth playing.”
- “Ata have only been at it for 7 years, so as you can imagine, they are nowhere near yet. The current event is all the proof needed that little to no thought goes into the ongoing development of KAW... fast becoming an unfunny joke among the gaming community.”
- “The humor in this game feels forced and lacks originality, making it more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected some clever jokes or witty dialogue, but instead, I was met with tired clichés and unfunny attempts at humor.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and lack of lag, with frequent updates enhancing optimization. However, some users express a desire for a tablet-optimized version, as the game does not display well on larger screens.
- “A really fun game that runs smoothly on my Galaxy.”
- “This game is the best out there; everything about it is great, runs smoothly, and is very easy to understand. Keep up the good work!”
- “The only thing I'd like to see is a tablet-optimized version; it looks terrible on big screens.”
- “There are many updates that keep the performance perfect with no lag and many fast servers.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its engaging and enjoyable environment, with users highlighting the vibrant community and immersive experience. However, some players have reported technical issues that hinder their ability to fully enjoy the game. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “I love the atmosphere; it's so immersive and engaging.”
- “I'm not a typical 'gamer,' but the people and atmosphere are awesome.”
- “The atmosphere is great; it really draws you in.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a wholesome experience that fosters friendships, with emotional moments that resonate deeply, such as the disbandment of a community group. The ongoing support for the game enhances its emotional impact, making it a cherished space for connection and shared experiences.
- “Really wholesome game that still gets support and will probably never die.”
- “If you think this game is pay-to-win, think again. This game is for you to make friends, and I made a lot of friends. The disbanding of Merc Legion made me cry... so yes, this is a good game!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game is noted as needing improvement, with suggestions for more defined and refined missions to enhance the experience. While some players find the current pace and approach to character growth not to their liking, they acknowledge that it has potential. Overall, the aspect is seen as an area that could benefit from further refinement.
- “The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall experience.”
- “There is a noticeable lack of meaningful choices in character development, leaving the characters feeling one-dimensional.”

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Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP is a role playing game.

Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP.

Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP was released on November 11, 2016.

Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP was developed by A Thinking Ape Entertainment Ltd..

Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Kingdoms at War: Hardcore PVP is a single player game.

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