Masketeers: Idle has Fallen
- October 6, 2020
- Appxplore
- 37h median play time
Masketeers: Idle has Fallen is a single-player fantasy RPG with an intriguing story and masterful mechanics. Assemble your team of Masketeers, each wearing powerful magical masks, to battle against negativity known as wraiths. Engage in grinding, collecting wisps and runes, and enhancing masks to strengthen your party for tougher enemies, despite the presence of numerous ads and bugs.
Reviews
- The graphics and art style are beautiful and engaging.
- The gameplay is fun and easy to understand, making it accessible for new players.
- The characters have unique backstories, adding depth to the game.
- The game frequently crashes or gets stuck on loading screens.
- There are issues with logging in to Google or Facebook accounts.
- Progress can be slow, and the game may become repetitive over time.
- graphics537 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful and charming art style, with many users praising the cute character designs and vibrant visuals. While the overall aesthetic is often described as adorable and engaging, some players have noted issues with lag and performance, suggesting that the graphics may be demanding on device resources. Overall, the game's visuals are a standout feature, contributing significantly to its appeal and enjoyment.
“I love the art style and how beautiful everything looks.”
“The graphics are amazing and it's been fun.”
“The graphics are superb.”
“But the graphics are a bit unstable... I'm not saying that the graphics are bad, but it's taking too much RAM for a cartoon design game. Please consider making the graphics better/compatible.”
“Downsides are the many animations going on at once that cause a ton of lag with no option to lower the graphics or even just turn off some animations.”
“The game is nice but the graphics are very bad.”
- story248 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its intriguing backstories and unique character designs, with many players expressing a desire for more depth and expansion in the narrative. While the initial storyline captivates players, some feel that it becomes sparse as the game progresses, leading to a repetitive experience. Overall, the art and character lore are well-received, but there is a strong call for additional story content and quests to enhance engagement.
“The story is intriguing, it's easy to play and not a cash grab, no ads, no forced purchases, and charming designs.”
“The story tidbits in character profiles are genuinely interesting and tug on the heartstrings, and the entire mask aesthetic brings it all together in a nice way.”
“I love how every masketeer has their own backstory!”
“It started off so well... I wish it had more of a storyline.”
“However, there is barely any storyline (as far as I know) and there's no weapons you can pick for your masketeer; if there were an option for weapons, I'd be very interested.”
“The story is bad; what I mean is that you don't realize that there even is a story, and after you get the fourth masketeer, the story stops.”
- gameplay244 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of idle mechanics and match-3 elements, providing an engaging experience that rewards active participation while maintaining a straightforward approach. While many players appreciate the cute art style and variety of mechanics, some express concerns about repetitiveness, lag issues, and the need for deeper strategic elements. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable and accessible, though it may benefit from further content and refinement to enhance long-term engagement.
“The gameplay is interesting and has a moderate amount of content (with regular events).”
“The actual mechanics are fun and rewarding, the animation style and world building is super fun and adds a lot to the game.”
“The orb mechanic makes it feel more interactive and you're given a sort of extra reward for watching ads with a ranking system which you can increase by watching ads or making purchases.”
“Things I didn't like, however: while it is an idle game, the subname and battle mechanics offer up the idea of a bit more strategy needed, but so far bosses seem just as weak as every other enemy.”
“Great graphics and really cool idea but extremely repetitive gameplay that stopped being fun after approximately 5 minutes.”
“The design of this game is very nice, but the gameplay is quite boring; you don't really have to do anything.”
- monetization202 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the ad frequency excessive and intrusive, often leading to crashes and lost rewards. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, others feel that progress is heavily gated behind ad viewing or microtransactions, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, players express a desire for a more balanced approach, such as a one-time purchase to disable ads or reduce their impact on gameplay.
“The art and animation are nice and smooth, microtransactions are not forced down your throat, minimal ads (and if you have a connection issue or an ad isn't available you will still get your reward), and more.”
“The microtransactions are not an issue and I like the fact that you can level up without paying for anything.”
“Honestly, there's no ads, which is the best part.”
“I feel like the monetization is a bit aggressive.”
“However, while I understand the need for ads to generate revenue, it gets really annoying when everything is gated by ads. I think having a premium one-off purchase that removes ads will improve the gameplay.”
“It's a cash grab idle game with horrible coding as it crashes after ads, or transcending, or certain level achievements.”
- music47 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives a generally positive reception, with many players praising its quality and how it enhances the overall experience. However, some users note issues with volume balance between music and sound effects, as well as occasional technical problems that lead to a black screen with only music playing. Overall, the music is described as enjoyable and fitting, contributing to the game's appeal despite some minor criticisms.
“I love the designs of the masks, and also fell in love with the music.”
“Beautiful music and I like the mechanics that make this idle game interesting.”
“I love this game, really fun and grindy. I love the mask designs and the music is nice, 10/10.”
“The screen goes black and plays music for minutes with no change.”
“Only getting a black screen with music after choosing a login method.”
“The music and sound effects have room for improvement.”
- stability40 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent freezing, lagging, and crashing issues that disrupt gameplay. While some users have experienced no significant bugs, a substantial number have noted that glitches can lead to frustrating interruptions, requiring restarts and making the game unplayable at times. Overall, while the game is praised for its content and graphics, its stability remains a significant concern for many players.
“No glitches, no random pop-up ads, and it's not some dumb quick cash-grabbing game. The art style is cute, there are so many things to do, and it's easy to earn money!”
“So far it's pretty good, no glitches or anything, and it's very fun!”
“Excellent experience, super awesome game, no glitches that I have seen yet.”
“Great game but it freezes, lags and crashes a lot.”
“Game freezes sometimes when ascending, and sometimes ads don't complete telling me an internet connection is required (I'm connected to WiFi the whole time) and as of late I'm stuck on the loading screen at 70%.”
“Its very buggy and I've had to restart multiple times within the first few minutes of playing.”
- character development38 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highly praised for its charming and visually appealing designs, which are described as cute, colorful, and well-executed. Players appreciate the engaging art style and the way character designs enhance the overall gameplay experience, contributing to the game's addictive nature. While the focus is primarily on aesthetics, the character designs also seem to resonate with the game's narrative, adding depth to the player's experience.
“The character designs are super cute and it seems like it'll have an interesting loop.”
“This game is extremely fun to play and the art and character design is amazingly well done :)”
“I really love the character design along with the enemies; it's one of those games where you can kick back and chill, you know?”
“The character designs aren't too simple but not complicated at all, so it makes the game look 10,000 times better.”
“Was having an issue logging in with Google, but it got all fixed and I'm enjoying playing this game; I really like the character designs and overall theme of the game.”
“The character designs here are really cute, and the story hits home.”
- grinding21 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed bag; while some appreciate the engaging art style and gameplay that keeps them returning, others feel it can become tedious and excessive, especially when it comes to leveling up and acquiring in-game currency. Many users suggest that the grinding is manageable and enjoyable for those who like such mechanics, but they also express a desire for more meaningful content or faster progression options to alleviate the monotony. Overall, the game is seen as fun and vibrant, but it risks becoming repetitive without additional features or story elements.
“The amount of in-game currency requires too much grinding for a level-up game like this.”
“I just can see the end of this is after a few reincarnations or whatever the name inside this game, the story stopped or finished, and we'll be left with an endless grinding for achieving the highest rank in global events or something.”
“The game is kinda boring with nothing much to do except for grinding and upgrading.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent crashes and high battery consumption, particularly on Android devices. While some users appreciate the art style and overall gameplay, they express a strong need for performance updates to address issues like lag and memory usage. Conversely, a few players have noted smooth performance and high quality, indicating that experiences may vary significantly.
“This game is so good! I like the art style and the way it looks, and it has great gameplay overall, but I think it would really benefit from better performance.”
“Game is very good; it just needs some optimization for RAM consumption.”
“I love it! It has perfect performance and perfect quality.”
“This game needs a performance update because it's so hard to play when it keeps crashing just a few seconds after entering the game.”
“This is a really cute game, but it's unfortunately not optimized (at least not on Android) and will kill your battery.”
“This game is still good, but after one year, the optimization still sucks. Maybe it's not lag, but after I play for a while, the game suddenly force closes.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with users describing it as consistently funny and cute, making it a must-try for those seeking a lighthearted experience.
“The story is funny! It's really a must-try game.”
“This game is so funny!”
“Cute and funny.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting the poignant and relatable backstories of each hero, which enhance the overall experience. The combination of stunning graphics and these heartfelt narratives contributes to a compelling and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Each hero has a short emotional story about how they earned their masks.”
“Loved the game! The amazing graphics and every character's heartbreaking yet relatable backstory made this so much fun!”
“The emotional depth of the characters truly enhances the overall experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its cozy and engaging environment, enhanced by impressive graphics and interactive elements that elevate the idle-clicker experience. Players appreciate the skill synergies that contribute to a more immersive and enjoyable gameplay.
“A few hours in and easily the most interactive idle-clicker I've ever played. The incredible graphics, great skill synergies, and overall cozy atmosphere make it truly special.”
“The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game world with stunning visuals and a relaxing vibe.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience, making it feel alive and engaging.”