Miners Settlement: Idle RPG

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"Miners Settlement: Idle RPG" is a Role Playing game that offers an immersive open-world simulation with gameplay elements of mining, crafting, and fighting. The game boasts sensational gameplay, phenomenal graphics, and an intriguing story, but can be very grinding with frequent advertisements. Despite some bugs and glitches, the game strives to make players laugh with its humor.

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 12,956 reviews

story208 positive mentions

monetization676 negative mentions

monetization
759 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
4%
89%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a heavy reliance on ads for progression and rewards. While some appreciate the optional nature of ads that can enhance gameplay, others criticize the frequency and length of ads, describing them as intrusive and a significant barrier to enjoyment. Additionally, the subscription model for ad removal has been viewed as overpriced, leading to frustrations over the perceived cash grab nature of the game.
- “Prices are low for in-app purchases.”
- “Nice simple little game that doesn't require you to make in-app purchases to progress; they are there but if you're patient you won't need them.”
- “Very solid game, little to no ads.”
- “Every aspect of the game is set up to manipulate you into either spending money for progress or watching ads for progress.”
- “The game's grind for materials is painfully slow; the only way to really advance requires you to watch loads of ads.”
- “This game is a cash grab; it was fun at first, but as others have said, it's basically a free demo that turns into a very expensive pay-to-play.”
story
608 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
61%
5%
The game's story has received mixed feedback from players, with many expressing initial enjoyment but later frustration due to a lack of progression and unresolved quests. While some appreciate the cute graphics and engaging narrative, others criticize the story for becoming repetitive and lacking depth as gameplay progresses, often leading to a sense of emptiness once basic quests are completed. Additionally, numerous bugs and quest tracking issues have hindered players' ability to fully experience the storyline, leaving them feeling stuck or disillusioned.
- “I have to say, this game has a great storyline and a great flow to it.”
- “The story is good so far and the scroll system works very well.”
- “I love the art style and story.”
- “After some time the storyline just disappears, you get boring tasks and they have nothing to do with the story.”
- “First the story ends without any closure.”
- “There is almost no story, no town building, no character improvement, no different pets (just different costumes) and no no no...”
graphics
530 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
3%
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback from users, with many appreciating the cute and nostalgic pixel art style reminiscent of classic 8-bit games. While some players find the visuals charming and well-suited to the gameplay, others have noted issues such as graphical glitches, low resolution, and a need for smoother animations. Overall, the art style is generally well-received, but there are calls for improvements to enhance the visual experience further.
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “I love the art style and would love to see this game grow, but skip for now.”
- “Great graphics and overall it was great.”
- “The upgrades for buildings don't change the visuals much.”
- “Unfinished graphics, glitchy controls, and very few actual gameplay choices.”
- “Graphics could use some work, but I love it so far!”
gameplay
348 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
48%
4%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of positive and negative experiences. Many players appreciate the cute graphics, simple mechanics, and the blend of idle and active gameplay, noting that it can be enjoyable and relaxing. However, several criticisms arise regarding the grindiness, slow progression, and heavy reliance on microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, some users report bugs and issues with game mechanics, suggesting that while the game has potential, it may require further refinement to enhance player engagement.
- “I'm loving the aesthetics and the gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is simple, but engaging for an idle game.”
- “Awesome concept with great story and fulfilling gameplay.”
- “A fair few of the later mechanics don't work at all, and there is nothing to advance to beyond this point.”
- “Problem is, to progress past the starting point, you have no choice but to spend real money, as the crafting 'ingredient' needed to move forward is not available in sufficient quantity by normal gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is more grindy than Dark Souls, purely from how bad it is.”
grinding
271 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The reviews indicate that the game features excessive grinding, which many players find tedious and frustrating, especially as they progress. While some appreciate the grinding aspect as part of the idle game experience, others criticize it for being overly time-consuming and often requiring real money to bypass bottlenecks. Overall, the grinding mechanics are seen as a significant drawback, with many players feeling that the game becomes less enjoyable as they advance.
- “Good game, been trying to find an idle game that gives you plenty to do as well as not being tedious to progress, but hard enough to keep my interest.”
- “A good time killer and it's not too grindy.”
- “Great game, rewards very well, not very grindy, good for passing time, and is a cute 8-bit adventure.”
- “Do not recommend this game, only if you love to waste your lifetime grinding hard only to be stopped by the game crashing, 'waiting for server response' to load or your keyboard not showing up when you want to talk.”
- “Totally, 'pay with your lifetime' which is waste your years trying hard to grind on this game, only if you like excessive grinding for an idle game.”
- “This game requires way too much grinding and does not take the time to let you know how things work.”
stability
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game is plagued by numerous stability issues, including frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that hinder gameplay and user experience. Many players report that the game often fails to load properly, with specific menus causing significant lag or crashing entirely. Despite its appealing design and potential, the overwhelming number of bugs makes it frustrating and unenjoyable for many users.
- “It's quite an easy-going game; it's really easy to get started, and I would recommend it to anyone. It is actually quite an enjoyable game with no glitches or anything.”
- “The game overall is great; the graphics are good, there are no glitches or bugs, and I love the auto tap.”
- “The game overall is great; the graphics are good, there are no glitches or bugs, and I love the auto tap.”
- “Game is still very buggy.”
- “This game conveniently glitches at the same spot every time which force closes the game, not allowing me to continue.”
- “I was enjoying the game until today, now every time I open the game it loads to 86.1% and then freezes.”
music
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
57%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming, cute, and nostalgic qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere alongside the pixel art graphics. Many players appreciate the uplifting soundtrack, though some express a desire for separate controls for music and sound effects to allow for a more personalized experience. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm, though a few users note that the lack of diverse sound effects can make the experience feel flat at times.
- “Loving the pixel art style, music is cute and relaxing.”
- “The crafting, the rewards for the quest, and the music really brings the game together.”
- “So far I'm loving it, the gameplay, the retro art style tugging at my nostalgia, the music actually has a little bit of depth for what feels like 16-bit style sound design which is also bringing about wistful feelings of nostalgia and fond memories of thousands of hours on my SNES.”
- “Wished you could turn the music off and keep the sounds in the game going.”
- “Cute game and I love the beginning of the story, but desperately needs separate controls for music and sound effects.”
- “I want to like and play this game, but the music won't stop even when I turn it off.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it funny due to quirky character names like "old man," amusing animations, and a lighthearted storyline. Many reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, such as the high prices for microtransactions and the overall entertaining gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience for those looking for a humorous gaming session. Overall, the game's charm lies in its funny visuals and engaging humor, contributing to its addictive nature.
- “I did think it was funny that the main guy that first talks to you is just known as 'old man' lol”
- “The gameplay seems well thought out... the mining and chopping animation is hilarious.”
- “It's a funny game, I really enjoyed it, but only if it was offline I could give it a 5-star rating.”
optimization
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
43%
43%
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting severe performance issues, including low frame rates, stuttering, and crashes, even on high-end devices. Many players express frustration over the unresponsive controls and poorly designed user interface, calling for urgent optimizations rather than new content. While a few users noted no performance problems, the consensus highlights significant optimization shortcomings that hinder gameplay.
- “Very well done, zero problems with performance.”
- “I love the game but I hope you make some optimizations.”
- “Needs optimization instead of new content.”
- “But the moment I opened the app, I realized how badly optimized the game is.”
- “The game is so horribly optimized, I can't even get past the character creation screen, let alone type my name before the game closes itself.”
- “This game is not optimized at all.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
31%
8%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its cozy, relaxed, and quirky qualities, reminiscent of titles like Starbound. Players appreciate the quality of the environment and the engaging roleplay elements, although some express a desire for more ambient sounds to enhance immersion. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's charm and playability.
- “Early days but the game oozes quality and relaxed atmosphere!”
- “Just started 30 min ago and I already like it, it has the same cozy atmosphere as Starbound and no forced ads.”
- “Interesting little game, with a nice atmosphere and good music.”
- “This is just my personal taste, but I don't like that there are no other sounds except the music. Sounds like walking, mining, cutting wood, birds, and cave sounds are missing, which creates no atmosphere.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be heartwarming and wholesome, with a strong sense of productivity and fulfillment from helping the village. The experience is described as relaxing and enjoyable, contributing to a positive and uplifting atmosphere. Overall, it evokes feelings of joy and satisfaction.
- “Pretty fun to spend time zoned out in this, it also made me feel good about helping the village.”
- “It's fun relaxing and very heartwarming.”
- “Honestly very solid, wholesome!”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
Reviews indicate that while the character design is enjoyable and contributes to the game's appeal, there is a desire for deeper character development tied to leveling up, particularly in terms of stat improvements. Players appreciate the fun and idle nature of the game but seek more substantial progression mechanics.
- “It's a great idle game with fun character design and a fun way to waste time.”
- “Going good so far, and I love the character designs.”
- “The character development feels stagnant; leveling up doesn't seem to enhance the stats meaningfully.”
- “There is a lack of depth in character development, making the leveling up process feel unimpactful.”
- “Character development needs significant improvement; the current system fails to make leveling up rewarding.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight the game's impressive graphics and significant replay value, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Great graphics and a lot of replay value.”