LaTale M: Side-Scrolling RPG

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LaTale M: Side-Scrolling RPG is a classic adventure Role Playing game with beautiful graphics and impressive game mechanics. The plot is engaging and full of excitement, making it a great choice for fans of the genre. However, be prepared for numerous ads and a fair share of bugs that may impact the overall experience. Embark on a nostalgic journey and discover the beautiful world of LaTale now!

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,579 reviews

graphics69 positive mentions

monetization13 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic art style and engaging gameplay that appeals to both new and returning players.
The auto battle feature is convenient, allowing players to grind and enjoy the game without constant manual input.
There are many systems and methods to improve your character, with a variety of unique classes and cooperative gameplay.

The game has a heavy pay-to-win model, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete or progress effectively.
Players are often forced to change their character's hairstyle during tutorials, with no option to revert without spending in-game currency.
The user interface is cluttered and can be confusing, making navigation and gameplay less enjoyable.

graphics
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
24%
3%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute art style and vibrant visuals, with many users highlighting the appealing character designs and costumes. However, several players have reported issues with lag and a lack of adjustable graphics settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these technical concerns, the general consensus is that the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The art style is adorable and cute, and I love how much you can cover in the game.”
- “Very nice game, easy controls... astonishing graphics, looking forward to more improvements and awesome events.”
- “The graphics are super cute.”
- “Granted, I still like the game, but it would earn more favor from me if there were options for frame rate/graphics control.”
- “The game is great but... needs some adjustments like... the graphics settings need graphics adjustment to remove lag and delays... and fix some issues like crashes.”
- “Good at least, but too laggy and no settings for lower graphics.”
story
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The story in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its plot and quests while others find it lacking depth and engaging content. Many comparisons to MapleStory highlight a sense of nostalgia, but criticisms arise regarding the auto-quest and auto-battle features, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are praised, the storyline is often described as repetitive and underwhelming.
- “I'm enjoying it a lot more... there's at least a story to read.”
- “It has a good plot and quests, and I like that you can have auto battle since I'm sometimes too lazy.”
- “Good graphics and storyline!!”
- “Extremely low effort story and the combat isn't notable in the slightest, but the graphics are cute, which I believe was the main point of this game anyway, so it gets a three from me.”
- “Story is meh.”
- “It runs for you, fights for you, does quests for you... what's the point?”
gameplay
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
27%
5%
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its simplicity, cute graphics, and engaging storylines. However, some users express frustration with the auto-play mechanics and monetization strategies that can hinder progress. While the game offers enjoyable elements, issues like server connectivity and overly complicated initial settings have been noted as drawbacks.
- “I have really enjoyed the gameplay, the story, and the amount of things to do!”
- “Great game, love the style of gameplay, is exactly what I'm looking for in a game.”
- “Love the gameplay, storyline, and outfits!”
- “The gameplay is alright but this is the type of game where devs keep making servers even if the previous servers aren't crowded.”
- “The servers are more or less dead already, overly monetized, without working community mechanics like proper trading.”
- “The whole gameplay is auto and part of the main quest forces you to change hairstyle and they gave me a woman's hairstyle... uninstalled.”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
12%
76%
The monetization model of the game has received significant criticism, with many users labeling it as a "cash grab" due to aggressive in-app purchases and a perceived focus on profit over gameplay quality. While some players appreciate the lack of frequent ads, they still feel that the game heavily pushes for additional purchases, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the sentiment suggests disappointment with the monetization practices, which many believe undermine the game's potential.
- “This game is very fun, but the in-app purchase model drove me away.”
- “Pushes in-app purchases.”
- “Ultimate cash grab game there is.”
- “I'm done with these cash grab games.”
- “Crazy amounts of monetization.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with users frequently reporting glitches, lag, and issues with the loading screen that can lead to crashes. While some players find the game enjoyable and nostalgic, the overall experience is marred by inconsistent performance and unresponsive controls, indicating a need for improvements in stability.
- “Every time I hit 'start game' and it goes to the loading screen, it just glitches and never finishes loading.”
- “Controls are buggy; it is hard to touch things on the screen. It's like it won't register the input, and I have a S22 Ultra, so it's not my phone. But it's a decent time killer if you like the series.”
- “The loading takes too long; when it's done, it just freezes and crashes. I do not recommend.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its quality and nostalgic value. However, some users report issues such as sudden disappearance of background music, glitches, and complete absence of sound, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these problems, the music remains a highlight for many players.
- “On a positive note, the music and art style are really great.”
- “The game is pretty easy to play and the graphics are nice. The music is quite good.”
- “Love the music.”
- “I don't have any audio or music despite that being in settings; other than that, fine game.”
- “There's 0 sound or music; how do I fix it?”
- “This game is good, as an old player who has played Latale on PC, I am very nostalgic about playing on Android, but I am a little disappointed because there are still several bugs in this game such as background music which suddenly disappears when the application is temporarily exited.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant part of the experience, with some appreciating the community and customization options. However, many express frustration over the slow leveling process, high experience caps, and low drop rates, which can make solo play feel tedious and time-consuming. Overall, while grinding is a core element, it may deter some players due to its demanding nature.
- “It claims you need a currency to change; a currency you apparently can only get by immense week-long grinding progress or buying the in-game currency.”
- “Latale has always been a grinding game, but not to the point you get x experience per kill after you hit a daily experience cap. Removing that cap would make this game the best 2D MMORPG in the Play Store, hands down.”
- “I like your game; it's easy to play, but it's too slow when leveling. Grinding mobs gives only 20% XP each, and reaching level 60 takes way too long. It takes 5 days to a week to get there, and the low drop rate is frustrating.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express strong emotional reactions to the game's customization system, feeling a deep sense of loss and frustration over changes to their characters' appearances. Despite these feelings, there is an underlying appreciation for the game's wholesome elements, indicating a complex emotional connection to the overall experience.
- “I can't go back to my original beautiful hairstyle 😭 I was so lucky getting it and I looked so beautiful, and now I look like a half cheeto stick 😭😭😭😭 The customization system is so heartbreaking!”
- “Wholesome game ❤️”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game features appealing graphics and a charming aesthetic, but players have noted initial gameplay complexity and difficulties in adjusting performance settings, particularly on devices like the Xiaomi Note 12, which can experience frame rate lag. Despite these issues, the game generally runs smoothly, offering both auto-play and manual control options.
- “Other than that, the game runs smoothly. It is auto-play, but you can choose to play manually by turning off the auto feature.”
- “The game is cute, and the graphics are nice, but the gameplay at the start is too complicated. I can't find where to change the performance settings because the frame rate is lagging on my Xiaomi Note 12 phone.”
- “The optimization is lacking; I experience frequent frame drops that ruin the overall experience.”
- “Despite the charming visuals, the game struggles to run smoothly on my device, indicating poor optimization.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and entertaining. The comedic elements are highlighted as a standout feature, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Nice game, funny game.”
- “Funny moments throughout the gameplay.”