Marvel Contest of Champions
- December 10, 2014
- Kabam
- 8h median play time
Get on Apple Store"Marvel Contest of Champions" is a fantasy fighting game with both multi-player and single-player options. Assemble your team of Marvel superheroes and villains, including Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Wolverine, in this epic quest to become the ultimate champion. The game features a good story, perfect gameplay, and marvelous visuals, but be prepared for lots of grinding and some bugs. The ultimate cosmic showdown awaits you in this wholesome and laughter-inducing experience.
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Reviews
- The game features a vast roster of Marvel characters, providing a rich and engaging experience for fans.
- The graphics and animations are impressive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- Regular updates introduce new content, keeping the game fresh and exciting.
- The game has significant lag and connectivity issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
- Progression can be extremely slow for free-to-play players, often requiring real money to advance effectively.
- Many players report issues with the RNG system, feeling that it unfairly favors certain champions while giving duplicates of lower-tier characters.
- graphics1,023 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their high quality, detail, and overall aesthetic appeal. Players appreciate the vibrant character designs and animations, noting that the visuals enhance the gaming experience significantly. However, some users have reported performance issues, such as lag and loading times, particularly on lower-end devices, suggesting a need for adjustable graphics settings to accommodate different hardware capabilities.
“Amazing graphics, unique characters with specialized attacks and mastery buffs.”
“The graphics are absolutely beautiful and stunning.”
“The graphics are awesome, the stages are so well detailed, the characters look astonishing.”
“My chief complaint is over the app's performance: loads slow, way too many load screens, and most recently, major graphic glitches and multiple shut downs.”
“Graphics suck, the fighting isn't fun or fluid, the layout is messy, the crystals are glitchy.”
“The game is not bad, but the graphics are obnoxious and the controls are soggy.”
- story1,021 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the engaging narratives and character development, particularly in the main story and monthly quests. However, frustrations arise from the increasing difficulty of quests, perceived paywalls, and the repetitive nature of some missions, which can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, technical issues such as lag and bugs during gameplay have been noted, impacting players' ability to fully enjoy the story and progress effectively.
“The story is original and great.”
“The overall story structure is brilliant and very imaginative.”
“The story mode is awesome starting from storyline to fighting the character you love, hate, don't know, and do know.”
“The story mode is a joke.”
“The game is designed to make you purchase otherwise you'll be stuck on a quest or wait forever till you upgrade your champs.”
“The story is really boring and not engaging at all, basically just read paragraphs after paragraphs.”
- gameplay685 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and engaging combat, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players. However, many users report significant issues such as bugs, lag, and unresponsive controls that detract from the experience, particularly after updates. Additionally, the game is criticized for its pay-to-win elements and the grind required to progress, which can lead to frustration among players seeking to unlock higher-tier characters.
“I love the gameplay and the experience of getting to play supers of the Marvel universe.”
“The gameplay is perfectly optimized for phones, the quests are addictive, and multiplayer is super fun, not to mention a large roster.”
“Gameplay is fun and addictive until you get a higher level then you're just beating a dead horse (or your wallet).”
“The intense grinding, the low drop rate on 4-star characters and higher, the difficult progression system (unless you use real money), and the monotonous gameplay have rendered this game a completely dull and time-wasting experience.”
“The sheer amount of glitching and the number of times the app crashes mid-gameplay makes it almost impossible to play at this point.”
“Gameplay is frequently buggy, the backgrounds cause extreme lag virtually pausing the fight which benefits AI, and the fighting mechanics are bugged throughout each platform.”
- stability356 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as freezing during fights, unresponsive controls, and long loading times, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Despite some users noting improvements over time, the overall sentiment indicates that the game remains plagued by stability issues, particularly on certain devices.
“I have been playing this for a while now, there have been no glitches and I have had so much fun playing this game.”
“The quality is amazing, runs smoothly and so far no glitches.”
“Wonderful, you always get what you want, there are absolutely no glitches or issues in the game and Kabam support always gives you the most they possibly can when you as a player feel wronged.”
“The game is full of glitches and often crashes.”
“This game is buggy, lags, freezes, crashes routinely, and the $20 in monthly subscriptions is wasted.”
“The game freezes and when it does you lose your life points and the champ you play does not and has 100% health.”
- monetization240 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 54 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the high prices of in-game purchases and the increasing difficulty that seems designed to encourage spending. However, several users appreciate the absence of ads and note that while in-app purchases exist, they are not strictly necessary for progression, allowing for a free-to-play experience. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable gameplay and no intrusive ads, the monetization strategy has raised concerns about fairness and value for players.
“Nice game, for all games with in-app purchases, this is pretty good, because at least you don't have to buy to grow (buying is based on your interest/greed).”
“Don't necessarily have to make in-app purchases to move forward, which I find very positive in a game.”
“The best part is no ads anywhere in the game.”
“This game is a blatant cash grab, with deals that have no value whatsoever.”
“The game has become a total cash grab.”
“It's a lazy cash grab instead of rewarding players with skill by giving them more content to tackle however they wish.”
- grinding158 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and time-consuming, often leading to player frustration due to low rewards and a pay-to-win structure. Many players feel that the grind is necessary to progress but becomes monotonous, with a significant number expressing dissatisfaction over the lack of meaningful rewards for their efforts. While some enjoy the challenge and find it addictive, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game requires an unreasonable amount of grinding, especially for free-to-play users, making it less enjoyable over time.
“The intense grinding, the low drop rate on 4-star characters and higher, the difficult progression system (unless you use real money), and the monotonous gameplay have rendered this game a completely dull and time-wasting experience.”
“The game is a massive grinding time sink which I typically don't mind but the direction appears to be trying to suck the big spenders dry before moving on.”
“You literally have minimal to no hope in getting decent characters unless you spend an eternity grinding or you spend a lot of money.”
- optimization69 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, particularly for its performance on Android devices, where users report frequent lag, crashes, and long loading times. While some players experience smooth gameplay on iOS, many express frustration over the declining performance and increasing bugs following recent updates. There is a strong call for developers to prioritize optimization across all platforms to enhance the gaming experience.
“The gameplay is perfectly optimized for phones, the quests are addictive, and multiplayer is super fun, not to mention a large roster.”
“Best game ever of Marvel, excellent quality graphics with a smooth experience, great performance, and masterpiece characters.”
“The quality is amazing, runs smoothly, and so far no glitches.”
“My chief complaint is over the app's performance: loads slow, way too many load screens, and most recently, major graphic glitches and multiple shut downs.”
“The game is poorly optimized for Android; even flagship phones can suffer with lag and choppy gameplay.”
“The last 3 months have been unacceptable with the performance and connectivity issues.”
- humor22 mentions
- 95 % positive mentions
- -9 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often highlighted through its quirky character interactions, amusing in-game scenarios, and the absurdity of certain mechanics, such as consistently receiving lower-tier characters from crystal openings. Players find entertainment in the game's banter and the comedic frustrations stemming from technical issues, like frequent updates that ironically worsen performance. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable despite its flaws.
“The stories are interesting with believable funny banter between characters.”
“Awesome heroes with awesome powers; this game is so funny I've been playing it for over a year now and I never get bored.”
“This game is also very, very, very funny and enjoyable.”
“The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced, making it more cringeworthy than funny.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off.”
“The attempts at humor are so over-the-top that they become annoying rather than entertaining.”
- music22 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its haunting quality while others criticize the limited variety, noting that only a few tracks are used repeatedly, leading to a monotonous experience. Many users express frustration over the lack of updates to the soundtrack and sound effects, suggesting that new music and sound features could enhance gameplay. Overall, while some enjoy the existing music, a significant number of players feel it detracts from the game's overall enjoyment due to its repetitiveness.
“The music is good, oftentimes haunting!”
“Music, gameplay, design, and game modes are amazing.”
“This is an awesome game for entertainment... I love this game so much... awesome graphics... awesome music... and awesome control.”
“It is incredibly irritating to have annoying music and sound effects blasted for your unnecessarily long tutorial.”
“It has like 3 total music tracks and that is it.”
“Cool .. great display of the characters.. but why does the background song never change even after 3 updates, which makes it kind of boring.”
- character development16 mentions
- 81 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, character development in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive character designs, animations, and creativity involved. While some players find the gameplay repetitive and the mechanics complicated, the visual aspects and the thought put into manifesting characters' skills are consistently commended. Many reviews suggest that the character designs are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“Like seriously, the character designs, the animations, the creativity and extreme hard work put into this game is absolutely outstanding!”
“Pros: love the character designs and thought put into how to manifest their skills in this realm.”
“As a Marvel fan, this game is fun to play, and the character designs and animations are amazing for a mobile game!”
“Game starts with endless boring quest matches, character designs seem very cartoonish, game mechanics aren't that interesting, resources and game modes are unnecessarily complicated.”
“My relationship with this game is weird; I love this for its gameplay, story, missions, character design, and of course the main thing: graphics.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of frustration and emotional attachment to the game, highlighting issues with gameplay mechanics that lead to disappointment and a sense of helplessness. Despite the technical problems and glitches that detract from the experience, some users find solace in the game, noting its positive impact on their mental health during difficult times. Overall, the emotional response is characterized by a longing for improvement and a bittersweet connection to the game's initial promise.
“Constantly getting 2-star champions is heartbreaking.”
“I have also had many mental issues that have made me feel depressed, but this game helped all of that.”
“The game is no longer fun to play; constant glitches, bugs, freezing, parry/dex not working even blocks on its own when you're not touching the screen. You started off with a really cool game, but you've now made it dull. Very disappointing.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game offers exceptional replayability, fueled by a constantly updated roster of Marvel characters and engaging new game modes. Monthly events introduce fresh content and rewards, ensuring players have a reason to return. However, some users have experienced technical issues that may hinder their progress.
“This game has a ton of replay value; there is an endless supply of characters in the MCU, and the fun is getting them.”
“Tons of fun, tons of replay value, and Kabam is always keeping it interesting with new characters and new game modes.”
“Non-stop updated roster of Marvel heroes and updated quests give this game a never-ending replayability.”
“I've been playing for like 9 months and I'm on Act 4 and I don't even have a 5-star character. I only have 2 4-star characters that are playable, and now I can't get past the loading screen.”
“Would love to see more playable characters.”
“They have monthly events which introduce more playable characters and give us some rewards for playing, but it feels like the game is lacking in variety.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as fun and amusing, though it is noted that it lacks certain features such as customizable controls and free cosmetics. Overall, players enjoy the lighthearted vibe despite these shortcomings.
“It's an amusing game, but it lacks a lot of features like choosing the controls you want. However, it has a fun atmosphere.”
