Loop Hero

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Loop Hero is a single player role playing game. It received positive reviews from players.

Save the forgotten world

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Role Playing

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Single-Player

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,125 reviews

gameplay52 positive mentions

monetization15 negative mentions

Loop Hero is a fantastic mobile port of the original PC game, maintaining its addictive gameplay and unique mechanics.
The game offers a full experience without intrusive ads or microtransactions, making it a great value for its price.
Players appreciate the engaging story, beautiful pixel art, and the satisfying progression system that keeps them coming back for more.

Many users are frustrated that the game is presented as free but is actually a trial version, requiring payment to unlock the full game.
Some players experience technical issues, such as crashes on startup and slowdowns during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.
The user interface can be difficult to navigate on mobile, with small text and buttons that make gameplay cumbersome at times.

gameplay
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
33%
4%
The gameplay is widely praised for its addictive loop, unique mechanics, and engaging strategy elements, making it a perfect fit for both short and extended play sessions. While the game features intuitive controls and a beautiful art style, some players find the lack of clear explanations for mechanics and occasional grindiness to be drawbacks. Overall, it offers a polished experience with depth and replayability, appealing to fans of mobile gaming.
- “The gameplay loop makes for a perfect time-killer to keep in your pocket with just enough to manage and plenty of room to expand your strategies.”
- “The art style is gorgeous; the gameplay is great and the touch screen adaptation is perfect.”
- “Incredibly fun and addictive gameplay.”
- “I have two main issues: the game doesn't explain half its mechanics and after buying the game I have to close down the app, relaunch, and restore purchases to gain access to my save file.”
- “Gameplay loop can be grindy and somewhat repetitive, so the game is best enjoyed in small to medium sessions.”
- “Gameplay loop becomes redundant and stale in record-breaking speed.”
story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
17%
9%
The game's story is praised for its slow burn that enhances engagement, with players appreciating the intricate world-building and lore that unfolds through gameplay. The narrative is described as intriguing and well-integrated with the mechanics, creating a cohesive experience that keeps players invested. Overall, the combination of compelling storytelling, beautiful art, and engaging gameplay makes it a standout title, though some players noted that the story can become repetitive over time.
- “The story is intriguing and expeditions have a fun risk/reward system.”
- “The world building and lore is really in depth, and the gameplay mechanics are easy to grasp and tie into the storyline perfectly.”
- “A surprisingly rare combination of a beautiful fusion of narrative aspects, story, and gameplay - into a cohesive work of art!”
- “If you haven't played it before and you are seeing those screenshots they have above the reviews and think it's some boring card-based story game, it's not.”
- “Comprehensive story that makes sense to the play style; a whole new take on choose-your-path rogue playing. I hope beyond all else that there will be future expansions and additional content.”
- “Liked the concept and the premise of the story.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
30%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful art style and nostalgic pixelated design, which effectively complement the moody atmosphere and engaging gameplay. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic, others find the pixelation occasionally makes it difficult to discern details. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the overall experience and replayability of the game.
- “The art style is perfectly suited to support the moody feel, with stunning character portraits, and the soundtrack is one to bump outside of the game.”
- “The art design is amazing, the gameplay is insanely addictive, and the overall aesthetic is beautiful.”
- “The retro-inspired graphics and simple yet challenging mechanics create a captivating experience.”
- “Graphics are sometimes too pixelated to determine what I'm looking at, and that's why it's 4 out of 5 stars for me.”
- “Not paying for a game with SNES graphics in 2024 lol.”
- “The graphics are at first deceivingly simplistic, but as you play more, there is so much character and depth.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
21%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its exceptional quality, with many reviewers noting that it enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. The soundtrack is described as memorable and engaging, often enjoyed outside of the game itself, while the art style complements the music beautifully. Overall, the combination of stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack creates a unique and immersive experience that players find addictive and enjoyable.
- “Great game with a great atmosphere that is all tied together by an excellent soundtrack.”
- “The pixel art is top-notch, and the soundtrack has no right going as hard as it does.”
- “Absolutely bangin' music, great art style and a fun gameplay loop.”
- “Music is very trailing too.”
monetization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
10%
75%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews; many players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and microtransactions, praising it as a refreshing change in the mobile gaming landscape. However, some users feel misled by the initial offering, as they must pay to unlock the full game, which they consider a cash grab. Overall, while the upfront payment is seen as reasonable by some, others wish for a more transparent approach regarding the game's pricing structure.
- “Fast forward to now, it's on mobile and I was right, it's the perfect phone game. Getting it with Play Pass is great, but it's worth paying for as there's no in-app purchases, no ads; it's just a full PC game ported to phone and that's fantastic.”
- “No ads or an ocean of microtransactions.”
- “No pay to win, no ads.”
- “It's an okay game; the worst part is being forced to pay to play the whole game, which is worse than paying for add-ons or not having ads.”
- “Advertising this as a full game and not mentioning the fact that you need to buy the whole thing anywhere on your page is super scummy.”
- “This dev is advertising a demo as a free game; you have to pay to unlock the full 'free' game.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be both engaging and somewhat tedious, with many noting that it can become repetitive over time. While some appreciate the depth and strategy involved in farming loot and resources, others express frustration with the necessity of grinding for progress, especially when it comes to unlocking new content. Overall, the game is best enjoyed in shorter sessions to mitigate the grind.
- “Gameplay loop can be grindy and somewhat repetitive, so the game is best enjoyed in small to medium sessions.”
- “This game sucks, the fights are cool, and the card placement is clever, but it's impossible to play it; you have to spend 7 dollars just to play the actual game, and all you end up doing is grinding over and over and over.”
- “A good game but a bit grindy, and sometimes hard.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with players enjoying the variety of gameplay options, unlockable content, and the challenge it presents. Many reviews highlight the fun and engaging nature of repeated playthroughs, making it a worthwhile investment for those who appreciate roguelike elements and unique gameplay experiences. The combination of a compelling story and diverse mechanics contributes to its lasting appeal.
- “Game allows you to play through it in multiple different ways, allowing for great replayability.”
- “This is a great twist on the Sim City-roguelike-resource manager genre (a very small genre :) ) with great replayability, design, and longevity.”
- “Still, 7 dollars isn't a whole lot for a game with a lot of replayability.”
- “Endless replayability.”
- “Great story, unique gameplay, and a fair amount of replayability.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and crashes reported by users shortly after launching. Many players describe it as a buggy experience, particularly highlighting problems during the tutorial phase, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and raises concerns about its readiness for release.
- “I would really like to play the game, but it freezes and throws me out a few seconds after opening it. This has happened every time I tried to open the game.”
- “Awesome game, but in case no one else tells you, it's only a buggy demo.”
- “The game freezes very often, and I cannot interact with it even when it's the only thing running on my phone.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Overall, the game runs smoothly for most players, with no significant issues reported during gameplay. However, there are concerns regarding battery drain and overheating, indicating that further optimization is needed, particularly for idle gameplay.
- “After 10 hours of gameplay, the game runs smoothly without any issues.”
- “Idle gameplay allows for optimization and progression opportunities.”
- “The game still needs optimization as it drains the battery quickly and generates heat.”
- “Still needs optimization because the battery drains quickly and the device overheats.”
- “Idle gameplay leaves room for optimization and progression.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted as enjoyable and light-hearted, with players finding amusing moments throughout their experience, even in situations like save file issues.
- “Great game, had to start over because the save went funny.”
- “Funny.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by a cohesive blend of engaging elements and an outstanding soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “Great game with a fantastic atmosphere that is all tied together by an excellent soundtrack.”
- “The immersive environment and attention to detail create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “Every element, from the visuals to the sound design, contributes to an incredibly rich and engaging atmosphere.”