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"Lords & Knights - Medieval MMO is a strategy game set in medieval times, offering outstanding game mechanics and good graphics. However, the game can be marred by excessive advertisements and bugs. In the game, players build a fortress, develop strategies, defend against enemies, and expand their empire through conquests."

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Play Modes

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

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,989 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

stability27 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic strategy games, allowing players to relive enjoyable moments.
The community is friendly and supportive, making it easier for new players to learn and grow within the game.
The game has a realistic feel, requiring players to manage resources and make strategic decisions, which adds depth to the gameplay.

There are frequent technical issues, including crashes and display problems, which hinder the overall experience.
The game has heavy pay-to-win elements, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete against those who spend money.
Progression can be painfully slow, with long wait times for upgrades and resource gathering, leading to frustration among players.

graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
46%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as nice and appealing, while others criticize them as outdated, buggy, or reminiscent of games from the 90s. Many users express a desire for improvements, particularly in terms of detail and functionality, such as better zoom options and reduced graphical glitches during gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are appreciated by some, they are often seen as a weak point in the game's overall experience.
- “Great game, nice graphics, good job guys.”
- “This game's graphics are awesome.”
- “Very good graphics”
- “For some reason, the graphics messed up if you play it a little bit longer, on the map, and inside the castle.”
- “The graphics are of a game from the 90's.”
- “Troop training takes way too long, a lot of aspects are too complicated, graphics are atrocious, it's boring, and it doesn't even deserve the 1 star I gave it!”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
47%
10%
Gameplay in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its depth, mechanics, and community engagement, while others criticize recent changes and technical issues that detract from the experience. Many players appreciate the strategic elements and immersive nature of the gameplay, though concerns about monetization and app stability persist. Overall, while the core gameplay is seen as enjoyable and addictive, it is marred by bugs and controversial updates.
- “Gameplay looks limitless.”
- “Excellent game once you get the mechanics down.”
- “I absolutely love how realistic the gameplay is on this app, compared to other turn-based MMOs, and that it requires more patience to progress through the game than to just godmode through it with little to no difficulty.”
- “All new enhancements in gameplay are designed as a money grab by developers.”
- “The 'altabot' - program that destroyed the sense of gameplay; for many years, real active players were reporting and complaining to the developers about this issue through support.”
- “I have an Android; please do not bother downloading this game. It's horrendous error after error. It's now spoiling the gameplay. Too many changes to the format have totally ruined this game.”
stability
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of bugs, glitches, and freezing issues that hinder gameplay. Many players experience crashes, particularly when navigating the map or during attacks, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Despite some enjoyment of the game, the overwhelming number of technical problems, especially after updates, has left many players unable to play effectively.
- “So many glitches in the map area, please fix because right now I don't play the game because of glitches.”
- “The servers are far too buggy and force you to log out and log back in several times to see new messages, or just to unstick the game.”
- “Every time they update this game it is so buggy as to be unplayable; if you like games that are unplayable after updates, this game is for you.”
monetization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
19%
71%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over intrusive ads and the prevalence of in-app purchases. While some users appreciate the ability to play successfully without spending money, others feel that the game is increasingly catering to those willing to pay, leading to a less enjoyable experience. Overall, there is a strong desire for options to remove ads and a preference against pay-to-win mechanics.
- “In-app purchases speed things up, but you can play very successfully without them, unlike many other games.”
- “There are in-game purchases, but you can play without spending money and still succeed.”
- “More cash grabs and bots running rampant.”
- “If you are smart, you would not play this game as the only people who win are the bot alliances and L&K as they force ads unless you spend real money.”
- “Unfortunately, the developers now cater this game to new players who are more willing to pay for in-app purchases to get moving.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The game's story aspect is criticized for its lack of depth and engaging content, with many players feeling that missions are tedious and poorly implemented, leading to a sense of stagnation. While some users appreciate the graphics and the potential for fun, the absence of a compelling narrative and meaningful quests detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling unmotivated and frustrated. Overall, the story is seen as underdeveloped, impacting replay value and player satisfaction.
- “It was great storylines of this game...”
- “Good graphic nice story”
- “Even if you don't have enough money to buy gold coins, what I like about this game is you can still earn some from watching videos and gaining resources from completing missions.”
- “Has anyone ever felt the developers of this game need to make missions or create an enemy that occasionally tries to wipe out everyone? After a while, I feel like there is nothing left to accomplish, which affects the replay value of the game. I've been playing for two years and feel like there's nothing left to do, but I've invested too much time and money to just give up.”
- “There's no point in the game; no storyline, no nothing.”
- “You can't even do all the missions.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and the overall sound design. However, there are significant issues with the music restarting from the beginning when switching views, preventing players from experiencing the full tracks. Additionally, some users expressed a desire for an option to turn off the game music to listen to their own.
- “Features like map zoom, music sounds, and music were very much appreciated.”
- “Kept playing music even when force quitting out and switching off the tablet.”
- “I like the game, the music, the whole idea and I think a good improvement would be the detailed visual description of the little characters in the castle.”
- “Opening the mass castle view or any other form of mass view stops the music, and returning to the single castle view starts the music again from the beginning, which means I never hear so much as the middle of the music track.”
- “The game keeps playing music even when force quitting and switching off the tablet.”
- “I want a feature to turn off the game music.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it enjoyable and engaging enough to keep their attention, others describe it as tedious and frustrating, particularly due to technical issues that hinder the farming experience. Improvements are needed to enhance the farming mechanics and address performance problems.
- “In this version, farming is a torture.”
- “The game always stops working once I start farming.”
- “It can get tedious and monotonous, but it is the only game that has kept my attention for this long.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users reporting frequent crashes on certain devices, particularly iRulu tablets, and slow performance when navigating between multiple castles. While some players noted improvements in the latest update, overall performance issues remain a significant concern that detracts from the gaming experience.
- “Cool game and the 3.1.3 release looks better, but performance is still not so good while scrolling between over 20 castles.”
- “Great and fun game... love it... thanks because the intensity of the issues has been seldom and the game runs smoothly now.”
- “The game performance is slow.”
- “Optimization issues make the gameplay frustrating.”
- “Frequent lag and stuttering ruin the experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely regarded as very funny, providing a lighthearted experience that many players find enjoyable for passing the time.
- “Very funny game.”
- “It's funny... I guess it's the best way to waste some time.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players express concerns about the game's replayability, noting a lack of new missions or challenges that diminish the sense of accomplishment over time. After extensive play, some feel there is little left to engage with, impacting their desire to continue playing despite their investment.
- “The variety of missions and challenges keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and character choices, I find myself replaying the game just to explore different outcomes.”
- “The dynamic world and evolving gameplay mechanics ensure that no two sessions are ever the same, making it incredibly replayable.”
- “After playing for two years, I feel like there's nothing left to accomplish, which significantly affects the game's replay value. I've invested too much time and money to just give up.”
- “The lack of new missions or dynamic enemies makes the game feel stagnant. Once you've completed everything, there's little incentive to replay.”
- “I wish the developers would introduce new challenges or events. The current content feels exhausted, and it really diminishes the replayability.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users feel that the emotional impact of the game could be enhanced with a greater use of color, suggesting that a more vibrant palette might deepen the overall emotional experience.
- “The emotional depth of the story felt lacking, leaving me disconnected from the characters.”
- “I expected a more profound emotional experience, but it fell flat and didn't resonate with me.”
- “The game tried to evoke emotions, but the execution was so poor that I couldn't feel anything.”