Magic War Legends

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Magic War Legends is a single player strategy game. It received neutral reviews from players.

Magic War Legends is a single-player, turn-based strategy game featuring powerful heroes and engaging tactical gameplay. It offers good graphics and wonderful game mechanics but can feel very grinding and is hampered by frequent advertisements and bugs. Despite its issues, it provides a challenging strategic experience for fans of the genre.

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Strategy

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews

gameplay28 positive mentions

monetization205 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of Heroes of Might and Magic, providing enjoyable turn-based combat.
The graphics and gameplay mechanics are engaging, making it a fun experience for fans of the genre.
The game offers a variety of heroes and units, allowing for strategic gameplay.

The game quickly becomes pay-to-win, with significant difficulty spikes that require real money to progress.
Many players experience bugs, including crashes and issues with rewards not being granted after watching ads.
The reliance on ads for rewards and the long wait times for chests to open can make the game tedious and frustrating.

monetization
236 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
8%
87%
The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a cash grab due to the overwhelming number of ads and the necessity to watch them to progress. Users report that progression is heavily paywalled, often requiring either extensive ad viewing or in-app purchases, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and balance of the game. While some players find ways to enjoy the game without spending money, the excessive reliance on ads and microtransactions has led to frustration and disappointment among the community.
- “Good graphics, low cost in-game purchases, easy play dynamics.”
- “No ads unless you want a small reward.”
- “While in-app purchases are there, they don't get in the way, and so far I wasn't tempted to pay cash at all.”
- “Progression is heavily paywalled, which completely ruins the experience and turns what could have been a great game into a frustrating cash grab.”
- “It could be a very fun game but it quickly becomes an excuse for you to have to watch hundreds of ads just to play the game.”
- “The game is designed to force players to make in-game purchases.”
gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
58%
6%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and reminiscent of classic titles like Heroes of Might and Magic, featuring engaging mechanics and strategic elements. However, many players express frustration with the heavy reliance on pay-to-win mechanics, which create significant barriers to progression after a few hours of play, leading to a grinding experience that often necessitates in-game purchases or waiting for rewards. While the nostalgic feel and combat mechanics are appreciated, the overall enjoyment is diminished by issues such as bugs, ad overload, and a lack of clarity in game mechanics.
- “Love the game mechanics and how the combat works, almost identical to what I hoped.”
- “The gameplay is fun, easy to learn, and very similar to the Heroes of Might and Magic series.”
- “The gameplay is really fun and addictive, and if you plan ahead well, you can win impossible battles which feels really rewarding.”
- “After 2-3 hours of gameplay, it becomes almost impossible to win any of the battles.”
- “The game itself is fine, but the current ads are very misleading: it's not that 'childhood game on your phone', the gameplay is very different from HOMM.”
- “Takes a classic game, shamelessly steals most of the basic gameplay and thematic elements, then completely ruins any fun with typical mechanics like buying gems to do anything and artificial delays and ads to open chests.”
stability
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
98%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and crashes reported during gameplay, particularly during battles and when attempting to access rewards. Many users have experienced lost purchases and rewards due to these glitches, leading to frustration and a diminished overall experience. While some players enjoy the gameplay, the pervasive bugs and lack of timely fixes have resulted in a negative reception regarding stability.
- “Runs great.”
- “The game maintains a smooth performance without any crashes.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs or glitches, which makes for a stable gaming experience.”
- “The game constantly freezes, and it froze after my last purchase. When I reloaded the game, the items I purchased were not there, but the money was taken out of my account.”
- “Game freezes too often after a won match, so it is annulled. When I want to double the reward, nothing happens, so I take the normal reward only to have an ad pop up when I unlock the phone 5 minutes later. Upon reaching arena 13, I did not get the presented reward for unknown reasons.”
- “Game constantly crashes or freezes during battles.”
story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
86%
7%
The game's story is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with many players expressing frustration over repetitive quests and a lack of engaging narrative elements. Users report that the main storyline feels minimal and often gets overshadowed by grindy mechanics and pay-to-win elements, leading to a disjointed experience. Additionally, technical issues and a lack of new content contribute to a sense of stagnation in the game's storytelling.
- “I think it should continue as some kind of storytelling lineup rather than fighting all over the map.”
- “There is a story so far; I've come to know about it, but you can also just ignore that and play against random people in the arena.”
- “I wish it had a strong storyline like the original.”
- “Worst game experience ever. I had reached level 14 in the mission map in the game, and suddenly they closed everything and sent me back to level 7, and I lost everything I had done.”
- “I don't necessarily enjoy the ridiculous jump in level when you enter the story, and upon opening chests I got from the arena, I did get impatient and spent 78 gems.”
- “I enjoy it but it's pay to win... like you can't even progress in the story without paying... brutal.”
graphics
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
59%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users describing them as subpar, outdated, or reminiscent of early computer games. While some appreciate the decent visuals and simplicity, others criticize the art style as unappealing and poorly executed, often comparing it unfavorably to classic titles like Heroes of Might and Magic. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are adequate for casual play, they lack the polish and depth expected in modern mobile games.
- “The game has nice visuals and it combines different HOMM games nicely into a single universe with familiar characters.”
- “Its stunning graphics, immersive gameplay, and epic battles keep you hooked for hours.”
- “Graphics are good and the controls work well.”
- “Game has been out for years, it's the most basic graphics and gameplay and they can't fix a massive crash error after years when it's super low end.”
- “Also it just looks kinda bad, units aren't animated, the art style is all over the place, and the poor writing leaves no room for immersion.”
- “A complete rip off of Heroes of Might and Magic with uglier graphics and continuous offers to buy something.”
grinding
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-oriented, requiring significant time investment to progress without spending money. Players report that while grinding can lead to fulfilling moments, it often becomes tedious and frustrating, especially as enemy difficulty increases and paywalls become apparent. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable for those willing to grind, but many express concerns about the balance between free play and the necessity of in-game purchases.
- “Enemy numbers are just multiplied to ridiculous levels, at first making every battle just tedious and overly long, until eventually you can't possibly advance without paying.”
- “Grinding levels takes ages, you can't complete your daily/weekly/monthly quests anymore because you get barely any gold/gems and resources.”
- “Grind away for weeks, or buy an army... not strictly pay to play, but you're going to get really really sick of grinding if you don't spend money on it.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing a desire for original tracks from the original version, while others find the mandatory tutorial music unmuted and intrusive. Additionally, there are concerns about the game's reliance on remixed music and its similarities to other titles, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I wish there were some original sounds and music from the actual original, but I'm smiling ear to ear right now as I play this mobile version.”
- “Mandatory tutorial with music you can't mute.”
- “The year is 2020, and games still have unmutable music in their 'you must click where we tell you' tutorials.”
- “Literally remixed the music, stole units and turned it into a Clash Royale type progression game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Players express mixed feelings about replayability; while the game's customization options and strategic depth offer significant replay value, the lack of meaningful updates and the monetization of events detract from the overall experience. Suggestions for making certain events replayable could enhance engagement, particularly for those who enjoy completing challenges.
- “The customization options and strategic depth make it endlessly replayable.”
- “I would also suggest making the events (tower in particular) replayable if completed before the week.”
- “The winter event could be made replayable only if 100% completed (not an easy task).”
- “There are updates once or twice a year which are not for fixing the existing problems or making the game more playable; they are just for making people spend more money.”
- “I would also suggest making the events (the tower in particular) replayable if completed before the week.”
- “The winter event could be made replayable only if 100% completed, which is not an easy task.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Users have noted significant improvements in the game's optimization, particularly on higher-end devices like the Galaxy S20, with smoother UI performance and enhanced gameplay. However, concerns remain about how it performs on lower-end devices. Overall, the recent updates have positively impacted the game's efficiency and user experience.
- “Now I've started to play it again, and what a wonderful surprise! The game is not just better optimized, but it has better gameplay as well.”
- “The UI of the game runs slowly (and I have a Galaxy S20, so I can't imagine how it works on lower-end devices).”
- “I once used to enjoy the game and was willing to spend reasonably to enhance the performance of my armies.”
- “Now recently I've started to play it again, and what a wonderful surprise, the game is way better, not just better optimized, but it has better gameplay as well.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is positively compared to that of Heroes of Might and Magic III, suggesting a nostalgic and engaging experience that resonates well with fans of the classic title.
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its quirky bugs and ironic situations, such as the game's ads for alcohol and betting functioning smoothly while gameplay experiences glitches. Players also find amusement in the seemingly synchronized strengthening of opponents after making purchases, suggesting a humorous commentary on game balance and fairness.
- “The game has some seriously funny bugs that add to the overall humor.”
- “It's hilarious that the ads for alcohol and betting don't crash the game.”
- “It's funny to notice that when you purchase a pack to strengthen your troops, all your opponents seem to mysteriously strengthen theirs as well, which gives a strong inclination that most are in on the joke.”