Live a Hero

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Live a Hero is a single player role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Lifewonders and was released on September 30, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Live a Hero" is a turn-based command RPG game by LGBTQ+ friendly app developer Lifewonders. In this game, you support heroes and witness the infinite possibilities of people by assisting in the live broadcast of their battles, which take place in parallel universes that may contain different versions of reality. The game is available for iOS 11.0 and later on iPhone 6 and later, iPod Touch and later, and iPad mini 4 and later.

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Audience ScoreBased on 352 reviews

story18 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

The game features beautiful character designs and engaging gameplay mechanics.
Despite the language barrier, the game is intuitive and easy to navigate.
The storyline and character interactions are well-received, with many players expressing excitement for future updates.

The lack of an English translation makes it difficult for non-Japanese speakers to enjoy the game fully.
The gacha system has low drop rates, making it frustrating for players trying to obtain desired characters.
Many players find the game grindy and repetitive, with limited content available after initial play.

story
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed feedback, primarily due to the lack of English translation, which hinders players' ability to fully engage with the plot. Many users express enthusiasm for the storyline and character designs, noting that they find the narrative intriguing despite the language barrier. Overall, while the story is praised for its depth and quality, players are eager for a translation to enhance their understanding and enjoyment.
- “This is the best game I played because of the story, characters, and game mechanics.”
- “Character designs are beautiful, the battle is engaging, voice acting is marvelous, and I love the storyline; it reminds me a little bit of MHA.”
- “Great in-depth storyline and characters; this is such a promising game. I really hope that Lifewonders continues making more and more content for Live a Hero. I, for one, thoroughly enjoy this game as much as Tokyo Afterschool Summoners!”
- “No matter how good this may be, it just feels useless to play when I can't understand the words. I mostly play for the plot too.”
- “The game is good, but I hope you guys translate it to English so I can be more interested in the story of the game.”
- “Please, please, please add English. I don't know Japanese, so I have no idea what anyone is saying at all, and I want to read the storyline!”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
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Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and charming character designs, making it enjoyable and easy to understand, even for those who don't speak Japanese. However, some players find it can become repetitive over time and express a desire for an English translation to fully appreciate the story. Additionally, concerns about aggressive monetization and low summon rates for higher-tier characters have been noted, but many still find the gameplay fun and entertaining.
- “I especially like the fight mechanics; they're original and easy.”
- “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is smooth, and the characters are the best thing about it.”
- “I love the gameplay and the characters, though I can't wait for the English translation.”
- “Eh... the main hook are the characters and their portraits, but the gameplay itself leaves much to be desired, even when it's a fairly original concept.”
- “Gameplay gets a little stale after a while.”
- “The gameplay is considerably basic and simple, but even with few characters there's still enough hero-sidekick combinations that allow combo experimentation.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their amazing art style and character design, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Players appreciate the smooth gameplay and fast-paced battles, highlighting the overall quality of the visuals as a significant aspect of their enjoyment. Despite some language barriers, the artwork and design have received positive feedback, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is smooth, and the characters are the best thing about it.”
- “The game has an amazing art style, the fights are very fast-paced and simple, the loading doesn't take too long also.”
- “Love the graphics and design on this game, really improved after Housamo.”
- “I'm ashamed of myself for recognizing some of the artists' art styles.”
- “I love the art style and gameplay, but is there an English version? I've been struggling a lot with that.”
- “Comes out, but other than that, I love the graphics and cute characters.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly in relation to understanding hero mechanics and completing events. While some appreciate the satisfaction that comes from grinding typical of gacha games, many express frustration over the limited rewards and the excessive stamina consumption for quest tickets. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant but expected part of the experience, with mixed feelings about its impact on enjoyment.
- “I don't like how much time someone would need to spend to get anything from the concurrent events; it's pretty grindy.”
- “Quest tickets consume stamina as well, which, in my opinion, shouldn't be the case considering how grindy it's likely going to be.”
- “Both games give few gacha materials, but Housamo at least provides plenty of resources to maximize your character power with improved quality of life features, while this game barely gives enough and just keeps the same format over the year. And don't get me started on the grinding stages, as those are also a waste of time because the rewards are so small.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by beautiful and diverse character designs, engaging storylines, and strong voice acting, which resonate well with players. The inclusion of LGBTQ+ representation and the presence of original characters further enhance the game's appeal, making it a standout in terms of character depth and engagement. Overall, players appreciate the combination of aesthetic and narrative elements that contribute to a rich character experience.
- “Character designs are beautiful, the battle is engaging, voice acting is marvelous, and I love the storyline; it reminds me a little bit of MHA.”
- “But I love the character designs and games by this studio that cater to LGBT people.”
- “Really great game with many original character designs.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, complementing the art and gameplay effectively. While some players express frustration over the language barrier affecting their enjoyment of the story, the overall consensus highlights the music as a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The music, art, and gameplay are amazing; sadly, it's in Japanese, and I can't enjoy the story. I guess I'll wait for the English version.”
- “The music is great, and the characters are interesting. Overall, this game is nice!”
- “The turn-based mechanics, art, and music are fantastic, but most importantly, the characters really stand out.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the soundtrack has potential, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The music choices are disappointing and don't enhance the overall experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that while the game can be challenging to master initially, it becomes smoother once the settings are adjusted. However, some bugs persist, affecting overall stability.
- “It's kind of hard to get into at first, but once you find your rhythm and adjust the settings on your phone, it's still buggy but smooth.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several glitches that disrupted gameplay, which really affected my overall enjoyment.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is considered aggressive, as players find it challenging to engage with the gacha system without spending money. Despite this, the gameplay remains enjoyable, and the characters are well-received. An English translation for the story would enhance the experience further.
- “The monetization is a bit aggressive because it's hard to use the gacha without spending, and I'd love an English translation to understand the story better, but the gameplay is fun and the characters are lovely!”
- “The monetization is a bit aggressive because it's hard to use the gacha without spending.”
- “I'd love an English translation to understand the story better, but the gameplay is fun and the characters are lovely!”