Kings Call

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Kings Call is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by X Star Game Limited and was released on December 25, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

GroupsDiscord: Customer Service: [email protected] About the GameIn this game players take on the role of the Lord of Silver Heron Ridge, obtaining and using cards to summon creatures, cast spells, and defeat monsters as they battle through different regions and protect their kingdoms. Game Features Deck Building: Freely construct your own unique deck to craft a personalized batt…

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 334 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

The game offers a unique deck-building experience with various classes and strategies, allowing for diverse gameplay.
Nostalgia factor is high for players who enjoyed the original 'Rise of Mythos', bringing back fond memories.
There are many activities to engage in, including PvP battles, boss fights, and cooperative gameplay, which can be enjoyable.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, with essential cards and features locked behind a VIP paywall, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
Localization issues persist, with many parts of the game still untranslated or poorly translated, leading to confusion.
The game suffers from performance issues, including lag during battles and a lack of updates to address bugs and improve gameplay.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for being gated by level requirements and PvP challenges, making it difficult for new players to progress. While some players appreciate the immersive storytelling and rewards from main quests, many find the experience repetitive and hindered by microtransactions and a lack of clarity in quest instructions. Overall, the narrative is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics that favor paying players, leading to frustration among free-to-play users.
- “Drawing comparisons to similar titles, King's Call shines with its immersive storytelling but falls short with dated graphics.”
- “The main story gives you some good cards from each creature race as rewards, coupled with the reputation rewards you can redeem after completing race-specific missions, allowing you to form some pretty decent decks.”
- “Pros: this game is a turn-based card strategy game where you can fight dungeons with friends, do story quests, PvP, and more.”
- “The main story has a level cap on it, meaning you can't progress to the next stage without first reaching the required level.”
- “The story mode can feel really repetitive and boring, which is why I usually auto-battle on it.”
- “Some missions are missing crucial items, preventing me from completing them.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of nostalgic mechanics and strategic depth, appealing to both casual players and tacticians, though it struggles with retention and innovation compared to other RPGs. While the unique deck-building and turn-based elements are praised, persistent technical issues, including bugs and connectivity problems, detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, many players find the gameplay enjoyable and engaging, bolstered by a strong community and nostalgic elements.
- “Dive into the exhilaration of strategic gameplay and let your inner tactician shine to outsmart your opponents!”
- “But the gameplay and strategy aspects are captivating in a way that will blow your mind.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are actually pretty good: you make a deck of 15-30 cards, and play them on a 10 space track at the ends of which are the opposing players.”
- “Technical problems: the game suffers from persistent errors, glitches, bugs, and crashes, significantly impacting the gameplay experience.”
- “Connectivity issues: I have experienced frequent disconnections and freezing during gameplay, interrupting my progress and causing immense frustration.”
- “This is still the same game, with the same bugs, and the same energy-based mechanics that Facebook games used to have back in grand-dad's days, where, to do quests it costs one pip of energy, then you can pay gold (whale mechanics again) to restore energy, or wait until it comes back.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being outdated and unattractive, with many reviewers noting that they have not been updated since the game's initial release in 2013. Performance issues, such as lag during larger battles, further detract from the experience, and the lack of graphical settings leaves players feeling frustrated. Overall, the visuals are described as horrendous and janky, failing to meet modern standards despite the game's nostalgic appeal.
- “While boasting impressive graphics and immersive world-building, King's Call falls short compared to other RPGs in terms of innovative gameplay and compelling narrative.”
- “Drawing comparisons to similar titles, King's Call shines with its immersive storytelling but falls short with dated graphics.”
- “I liked the graphics and gameplay.”
- “The creature models, in particular, are often unattractive and sometimes don’t even match the card art, disrupting the overall aesthetic.”
- “Graphics are 20 years old; they didn't care to update them.”
- “The graphics might be outdated and nothing new has been added to this game since its initial release back in 2013, when it was still called Rise of Mythos/Kings and Legends (EU).”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with numerous microtransactions introduced in every update, making it increasingly unplayable for non-heavy spenders. Players feel that the game prioritizes profit over player experience, with pay-to-win elements that hinder new players and detract from the overall potential of the game. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as scummy and detrimental to the game's longevity.
- “The game’s monetization strategy is apparent from the moment you start.”
- “And now you revive this game and it has even worse monetization than I remember.”
- “Don't waste your time on this, it's not what it used to be and the developers are clearly just cash grabbing before this shuts down just like the previous version did.”
- “Every patch and update only adds more microtransactions, making the game unplayable for non-heavy spenders.”
- “The game would have so much potential if there weren't microtransactions waiting in every corner.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while some enjoy the nostalgic experience of grinding for rare cards and rewards, many express frustration over the excessive time required to achieve meaningful progress, especially for higher-tier units. The consensus is that without spending money, obtaining the best cards through grinding is nearly impossible, leading to a sense of imbalance between free play and pay-to-win mechanics.
- “Grinding becomes impossible past 6-star units unless you pay hundreds of dollars into this game.”
- “In this game, getting the best cards through grinding is essentially impossible.”
- “However, it's very grindy and will take you painfully long to obtain some of the best cards if you don't want to spend money on the game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game currently faces significant stability issues, including persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that detract from the overall gameplay experience. Players have reported freezing during battles, which further hampers enjoyment and functionality.
- “Managed to find this, but it's super buggy at the moment…”
- “Technical problems: the game suffers from persistent errors, glitches, bugs, and crashes, significantly impacting the gameplay experience.”
- “Sometimes the game freezes during a battle and you can't do anything about it.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is inconsistent, with users reporting performance issues such as lag and slowdowns during larger battles, despite its simple graphics. Players are encouraged to focus on strategic deckbuilding and optimized gameplay rather than relying solely on powerful cards.
- “Performance-wise, the game struggles to keep up during larger battles, with noticeable lag and slowdowns, which is surprising given the game’s relatively simple graphics.”
- “Card art and performance issues: a mixed bag.”
- “Most of them encourage wise deckbuilding and optimized strategies to defeat them instead of just going in with your best cards.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing boss fights that incorporate strategic card play, often enjoyed with friends. Players find the comedic elements, such as the quirky medieval telemarketing theme, to be particularly entertaining and engaging.
- “Funny boss fights that require certain cards and strategies you can do with up to 4 mates.”
- “I find it funny.”
- “Feels like medieval telemarketing - 'Hello, king's call?' Hilarious!”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised for its uniqueness and nostalgic value, with players expressing joy at its return. However, some users have reported issues with volume levels and technical glitches that detract from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
- “I personally really love the music in this game, and I have yet to find a game with similar game mechanics, which makes it very unique in my opinion.”
- “I'm so happy seeing this come back! There are some issues here and there, but it's so amazing to hear these songs again, along with the character art and the places.”
- “Text is off, clicking is off, music blasts through headset at 90000% volume.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is widely regarded as the game's strongest asset, contributing significantly to the overall experience and immersion.
- “The atmosphere is its strongest asset.”
- “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that feels alive.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's emotional impact through its supportive and friendly community, which fosters a wholesome environment that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The community is incredibly wholesome and super friendly, always ready to help anyone who plays the game.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it truly resonated with my own experiences.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the characters, their struggles and triumphs mirrored my own journey.”