Legend of the Phoenix
- April 29, 2020
- Modo Global
- 4h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Legend of the Phoenix" is an Otome dress-up mobile game that immerses players in ancient Chinese love stories, with the main character making choices that determine the outcome of romantic relationships with various confidants. The game features a palace battle system set in a dreamlike ancient Chinese palace, and players can experience diverse gameplay systems, design unique costumes, and journey with an adorable pet orange meow. The multiple romantic endings and perfect match system adds depth to the captivating love stories.
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Reviews
- story2,497 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and intricate plot, often compared to popular Chinese dramas, particularly "Story of Yanxi Palace." Players appreciate the depth of character development and the variety of storylines, although some express frustration with the pacing and the need for in-game currency to progress. While the visuals and voice acting enhance the experience, issues with translation and occasional lack of dubbing detract from the overall enjoyment for some players.
“The story is engaging, the artwork is good and it's easy to earn rewards.”
“The storyline is captivating and the animation breathtaking!!”
“The story is interesting and the voice acting is also good!”
“Unfortunately, I have reached the point in the game where I have lost the English and Chinese dub; I would really like to see this updated soon, as it takes away some magic from the storytelling.”
“The story is completely incoherent, which made me give up on it.”
“I just want the English translations to be better so I could understand the story better; I end up skipping it whenever I can't understand what's going on because it's so badly translated.”
- graphics683 mentions
- 81 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising the beautiful art style, stunning visuals, and detailed character designs. Players appreciate the immersive aesthetics and smooth gameplay, which enhance the overall experience. While some mention the need for more unique character designs and costume accessibility, the general consensus is that the graphics significantly contribute to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“The graphics are amazing and the storyline is fantastic!”
“The graphics, the visuals, the characters, the scenery of the game were so beautiful.”
“The graphics and art too are just, mwah, chef kiss.”
“Not to mention, the graphics are completely bad, and the voiceover is the worst.”
“The graphics and storyline are pretty much basic and generic.”
“What's special in your game if your graphic designer can't even develop such real characters that you can move in a real map.”
- monetization518 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 81 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the game is enjoyable and offers minimal intrusive ads, it heavily relies on in-app purchases for progression. Some users feel misled by the advertisements, which do not accurately represent the gameplay, leading to disappointment regarding the game's mechanics and story choices. Overall, while players appreciate the lack of forced ads and the option to play for free, they express concerns about the high costs of in-game purchases and the perception of the game as a cash grab.
“This game has no ads!!”
“You can play for free, no ads, apart from those which you yourself can choose to watch to get something extra.”
“Even if you don't make in-game purchases, you can still enjoy the game really well if you can strategize and know how and when to hoard stuff for rankings :) as a VIP0, I have managed to land in the top 20 rankings consistently in my servers.”
“The ads for this game are horrendous and annoying.”
“The game sucks and it so boring, it isn't like the way they showed it in their ads omg am so angry, don't download it, it's boring and the storyline is cringe, the ads look like it's a movie or something but it just nonsense.”
“It's nothing like the ads. I really wasn't expecting it to be good or to be anything like the ads (which most games aren't, although this game's ads are not either they are not deceiving either).”
- gameplay214 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as engaging and addictive, with a variety of mechanics and storylines that keep players entertained. However, many users find the mechanics overwhelming and poorly explained, leading to confusion, especially for newcomers. While the game offers enjoyable elements and beautiful graphics, it also faces criticism for being repetitive and heavily reliant on pay-to-win mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience.
“The gameplay is intuitive and clever.”
“I really got sucked into it, most of the gameplay is really engaging and the graphics are pretty.”
“The graphics are very pretty, the gameplay is fun and rewarding, and the game overall is very enjoyable.”
“The gameplay is horrible and makes no sense.”
“The story makes zero sense, the characters aren't believable, the voice acting is awful, and the gameplay itself is a confusing mess.”
“The gameplay is designed in such a way to exploit your natural reward system to the max. Poor story translation and overpriced items.”
- music151 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall experience alongside the visuals and storyline. Many players find the soundtrack immersive and soothing, contributing significantly to their enjoyment and engagement with the game. However, some users have expressed frustration with issues like volume control and interruptions from in-game sounds, which detract from the otherwise positive reception of the music.
“I get lost in it from the soundtrack to the art to the stories.”
“The music is calming and the confidants are all alluring.”
“The calming music and aesthetically soothing atmosphere just fit in so perfectly.”
“I've turned off the sound and music, but each time I open the app, the green guy pops up with a loud jingle and interrupts any sound (music, etc.) I have going already.”
“I wanted to play this game so bad, but when I signed up, it just came up as a black screen with the background music. It was very disappointing.”
“Maybe change the background music; it gets kinda annoying since it's played on loop.”
- humor73 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, with players enjoying the funny storyline, quirky character interactions, and amusing voice acting. Many find the nonsensical and melodramatic elements of the plot to be entertaining, often leading to unexpected laughter. The combination of beautiful graphics and humorous dialogue contributes to a lighthearted gaming experience that players find enjoyable and engaging.
“This game is an unintentional comedy, but it is really hilarious at times.”
“Truly hilarious interactions, an actual interesting story that doesn't depend on love interests, beautiful illustrations and lots of mini games.”
“The story lines in-game are entertaining and better than a soap opera, with some weird stuff thrown in now and then that's made me laugh out loud.”
“Bruh, it's not funny anymore.”
- grinding61 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is characterized by extensive grinding, which many players find tedious, especially when trying to progress through the story or participate in events without spending money. While the diverse activities like farming, cooking, and dress-up are enjoyable, the slow progression and frequent need for resources can make the experience feel repetitive and frustrating, particularly for free-to-play users. Overall, while the game is addictive and offers a rich variety of features, the grinding aspect is a significant point of contention among players.
“I played this game initially for the story, but it now takes many days of grinding to advance even a chapter!”
“Nice graphics and story but slow to get to the actual plot of the game, requires a ton of grinding for the smallest of rewards, and the game urges you to spend money for perks. It's not very beginner-friendly.”
“After 1 year playing, and VIP6, I would say: you will learn everything in a month then it becomes boring and tedious.”
- stability53 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and loading issues, particularly at the 90% mark. While some players experience minimal problems and appreciate the game's overall fun factor, the prevalence of bugs and inadequate customer support has led to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the game is seen as needing substantial improvements in stability to enhance the user experience.
“No glitches, no ads.”
“No glitches, no ads.”
“I get to 90% loaded then it freezes and says try restarting the app.”
“This game has so many glitches... also now it won't load past 90% and I can't even play it!!”
“The app just freezes on the first page.”
- character development20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highly praised, with players appreciating the well-written storylines and engaging character arcs. The character designs are noted for their detail and creativity, contributing to an immersive experience. Overall, the combination of interesting narratives and appealing visuals enhances the game's appeal, although some players express a desire for more diverse character options.
“Character development finally exists.”
“My only problem is that, as a guy, I kinda wish there was a guy option, but I think the storyline and character development are very well written.”
“There is some strategy involved, but even if you don't play competitively, the game is still interesting due to the well-written storylines and character development.”
- emotional19 mentions
- 95 % positive mentions
- -11 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the cute and wholesome confidant system and community interactions, which foster a sense of belonging and enjoyment. However, some users express concerns about themes of emotional abuse in the narrative, alongside frustrations related to account recovery and gameplay issues that can lead to feelings of heartbreak and disappointment. Overall, while the game offers moments of relaxation and connection, it also presents significant emotional challenges for some players.
“The confidant system and romance parts are very cute, with great art, a lot of possible interactions, and are very wholesome.”
“The community is so incredibly wholesome, and people are always helping each other out.”
“It was really heartbreaking because I did not have a Facebook account, and because of that, I couldn't back up my progress.”
“But I was wrong; it's just a long, boring story that could put me to sleep while playing.”
“The emotional moments felt forced and didn't resonate with me at all.”
“I expected a deep emotional experience, but it ended up feeling shallow and unengaging.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant issues such as loading failures and crashes, while others praise the overall performance and graphics. Despite occasional bugs and connectivity problems, many players express satisfaction with the game's smooth operation and enjoyability. Overall, there is hope for future improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
“Overall though I'm really enjoying it and haven't had any issues with the performance of the app.”
“I'm in love with this game..the graphics so beautiful..the performance..and everything about it..for me it is so perfect”
“Let's hope no problems occur in the future and the game can run smoothly.”
“The loading gets stuck at 90%, displaying the message 'failed to connect to server' and 'palace resources failed to load.' To be honest, I'm pretty sure that the problem is not with my device or Wi-Fi connectivity, as I have a high-performance phone and a stable Wi-Fi connection.”
“I love that we can play/do many things, but I am extremely upset with the optimization of the dresses.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as calming and aesthetically pleasing, featuring soothing music and cute characters that create an enjoyable experience. However, there are concerns about the potential for a toxic environment, particularly in relation to broader societal issues. Overall, while many appreciate the positive aspects of the atmosphere, caution is advised regarding its sustainability.
“The calming music and aesthetically soothing atmosphere just fit in so perfectly.”
“It has the most lovely, cutest characters and an immortal atmosphere... I am loving it! 🥰🥰”
“Go elsewhere unless you want to risk investing substantial money in an atmosphere that becomes toxic at the developer's whim.”
