Mafia City

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"Mafia City" is a strategy game with an interesting plot, good graphics, and real-time strategy action that lets you become a powerful Godfather. However, it is very grinding and has annoying ads, as well as being buggy and featuring highly emotional content. Players must rally their crews to take control of the city and rise to the top of the criminal underworld.

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Play Modes

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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics292 positive mentions

monetization1.9k negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a lot of tasks and events to keep players occupied.
Players can make friends from all over the world, enhancing the social aspect of the game.
The graphics and overall design of the game are appealing, making it visually enjoyable.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to compete effectively.
There are frequent crashes and lag issues, disrupting gameplay and causing frustration.
The game is often criticized for false advertising, as it does not deliver the gameplay experience shown in the ads.

monetization
1,956 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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4%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing it as "pay-to-win" and highlighting aggressive in-game advertisements for purchases. Players express frustration over misleading ads that do not accurately represent the gameplay, leading to disappointment upon downloading. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the overwhelming presence of ads and the necessity of in-app purchases to progress have left many feeling exploited and dissatisfied.
- “I recently made a series of in-game purchases during a special 'buy 3, get 1 free' event.”
- “You get a lot of rewards and in-app purchases are cheap compared to other games I have played.”
- “It's a great game, but there's too much to keep track of... and it's nice that you can really move ahead without having to make a lot of in-game purchases.”
- “Very pay-to-win and extremely heavy monetization.”
- “The game is nothing like the ads; it is just another typical cash grab.”
- “The ads are misleading and in no way reflect the actual gameplay, which is entirely resource management based and extremely tedious.”
graphics
553 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
33%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "amazing" and "great," while others criticize them as outdated or misleading compared to advertisements. Many users express disappointment that the in-game visuals do not match the high-quality graphics shown in promotional materials, leading to a perception of false advertising. Overall, while some appreciate the artistic style and improvements over time, a significant number of players feel the graphics need further enhancement to meet modern standards.
- “The graphics are incredible, especially the characters 👏👏👏.”
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning.”
- “The graphics are clean and crisp, no real load times.”
- “Game is trash, graphics are garbage, most of it stolen from other games.”
- “The graphics are horrible and the game freezes a lot.”
- “The ads show a 3D game with you controlling a character, the game is a cheap base building game with awful graphics, bad gameplay, and portraying women in a rude manner.”
gameplay
405 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the significant disparity between the advertised gameplay and the actual experience. While some find the gameplay addictive and engaging, others criticize it as generic, slow-paced, and heavily reliant on pay-to-win mechanics, leading to frustration and a sense of being misled by the advertisements. Overall, the game appears to be a typical city-building strategy title, lacking the depth and excitement promised in its marketing.
- “The gameplay itself is good and was clearly thought out well.”
- “Gameplay is interesting and intricate enough, and interaction with other global players makes it fun.”
- “Great gameplay gives a bunch of resources and speed-ups; the key is to belong to an active clan.”
- “The gameplay is nothing like the advertisements you see.”
- “The ads are misleading, gameplay nothing like the ads.”
- “Gameplay is nothing like the ads, and I actually spent money to see if the gameplay would offer any of the options that the multiple ads that berate me during other games portray.”
story
295 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
62%
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging plot and character development, while others criticize it for being misleadingly marketed as a choice-driven narrative. Users express disappointment that the gameplay often revolves around building and upgrading rather than the immersive storytelling promised in advertisements. Overall, while some find the storyline interesting and well-integrated, others feel it lacks depth and originality, often comparing it unfavorably to other similar games.
- “The great story had me hooked from beginning to end, the story about 'boss' raising a low-paid pizza boy into a hardcore gangster was well-paced and made me want more after the ending.”
- “The story, the characters, and the plot coming to a close truly brought a tear to my eye, and it is an experience that I quite won't be able to feel in another game.”
- “It's an interesting story type game.”
- “The storyline is incomplete.”
- “This game is nothing like the ads, I thought in this game you could choose the story like the ads show.”
- “Advertised as a story-based game, but it's a basic tycoon with one choice related to the plot every few days.”
stability
139 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over losing progress and resources due to these issues, and there are complaints about inadequate customer support in addressing these problems. While some users still enjoy the game, the overwhelming consensus is that stability needs urgent improvement to enhance the overall experience.
- “No glitches.”
- “Very good, not buggy so far.”
- “It runs fine sometimes, but out of nowhere there are these sudden stutters and freezes in the game, and it is really frustrating.”
- “Locked out of the game for almost a month now; customer service is terrible. What is the problem, glitches?”
- “The game constantly freezes during play, and the app won't stay running.”
music
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players criticizing the repetitive and low-quality soundtrack that loops incessantly, often overshadowing voice lines and sound effects. Users expressed a strong desire for more diverse music options and the ability to customize or turn off the background music entirely. While some found the music to provide comedic relief, the general consensus is that significant improvements are needed to enhance the overall gaming experience.
- “The music and sound effects are brilliant.”
- “So far I'm enjoying the time invested, all looking good and the music is awesome!”
- “This game has cool music to it, you can train and improve your army and basically become an unstoppable, powerful, wealthy and dangerous mafia warlord.”
- “The player has four songs that endlessly loop ad nauseum.”
- “The sound quality is awful to the point where the music hurts my ears, and it reminds me of one of those flip phone games.”
- “Horrible experience, there's always this super annoying low-quality background rock music and it's super loud to the point where I can't hear voice lines.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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7%
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its advertisements, which many users find hilarious and creative, often leading them to download the game. However, players express disappointment as the actual gameplay fails to deliver the same level of humor, with many describing it as boring and tedious, contrasting sharply with the funny ads. Overall, while the ads are praised for their comedic value, the game itself is criticized for lacking engaging content and being misleading.
- “Some of the reactions are hilarious.”
- “The ads you made are really funny.”
- “Lotta fun and some things the in-game characters say are hilarious.”
- “The game is nothing like the ads; the ads for this game are misleading, cringe, and unfunny, and were most probably made in Garry's Mod in 4 minutes.”
- “It is not funny.”
- “You're not funny at all.”
grinding
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
98%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious, repetitive, and lacking enjoyment, with many players feeling that it primarily caters to those who enjoy such mechanics. While some users find a sense of accomplishment in the long grind, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is a pay-to-win model, where significant time investment is often overshadowed by the advantages of spending real money. Overall, the gameplay is described as monotonous and frustrating, with misleading advertisements contributing to player disappointment.
- “The grinding mechanics are complex enough to be entertaining but not tedious.”
- “I love how the grind feels rewarding, making every effort count towards my progress.”
- “The balance between challenge and reward in grinding keeps me engaged for hours.”
- “The ads are misleading and in no way reflect the actual gameplay, which is entirely resource management based and extremely tedious.”
- “Game gets really tedious, really fast.”
- “It's long and tedious and somewhat annoying; it's always sending messages and wanting you to purchase gold.”
optimization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant performance issues, including glitches, lag, and crashes, particularly on lower-end devices. While some players experience smooth gameplay and good graphics, others express frustration over the need for better optimization and frequent crashes, especially during ads or when using chat features. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires substantial improvements to its optimization to enhance the user experience.
- “The game runs smoothly for me; the only issue I have is with the audio quality.”
- “Great game, runs smoothly most of the time and hardly ever has any glitches.”
- “Still need some room to improve, but the overall performance is satisfactory.”
- “About 10 minutes into playing the game, glitches occur and it prompts you to change settings to improve performance, but after that, the game locks up your phone and requires a restart.”
- “Devs need to improve basic performance issues.”
- “The game is very badly optimized.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotional engagement and frustration with the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of empowerment and attachment, particularly through its storytelling and gameplay mechanics. However, many also criticize the game's reliance on emotional manipulation through ads and notifications, which detracts from the overall experience. While some moments, like character deaths, resonate emotionally, the game's portrayal of relationships and reliance on stereotypes have drawn negative attention.
- “Amazing, I am emotionally attached to this game as it stopped me from ending it all. I went from a level 1 crook all the way to a level 100 boss by the touch of a few buttons!”
- “Outstanding graphics with good and emotionally engaging storytelling.”
- “Yes, the game is addictive but it's worth playing, especially when stressed or emotional, as it will get it all out of you. I haven't had a problem with any part of the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere, while not entirely reflective of its advertisements, is still engaging and enjoyable, particularly in the chat rooms, which users find to be a cool and addictive environment.
- “Although this game isn't like the ads, the atmosphere is somewhat similar, and I'll give that a plus.”
- “It's addictive, and the atmosphere of the chat rooms is pretty cool most of the time.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth that I expected.”
- “Despite the visuals, the atmosphere fails to immerse me in the game world.”
- “The game tries to create a tense atmosphere, but it often falls short and feels forced.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable, enjoying its engaging mafia experience and impressive graphics, while also appreciating the minimal presence of ads. Additionally, the game offers valuable life lessons, enhancing its overall appeal for repeated play.
- “Great fun and lots of replayability with few ads.”
- “Not only does this game deliver a true-to-life mafia experience, has amazing graphics, and ultimate replayability, but it also teaches you lessons in life.”