Monster Warlord
- November 1, 2012
- Com2uS Holdings Corporation
- 4h median play time
Monster Warlord is a mobile game where players collect and battle with hundreds of unique monsters, each with their own special attributes and abilities. The game allows players to combine two monsters to create a new, stronger one, with the possibility of receiving a special Plus monster. Players can engage in epic World Boss battles, raid dungeons, and compete in the Arena to see who is the top Warlord.
Reviews
- graphics104 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the art style and monster designs while also noting that improvements are needed in animation and overall graphical quality. Some users find the graphics to be fun and engaging, while others criticize them for being simplistic or lacking motion. Despite these criticisms, many players still enjoy the game for its gameplay and find the graphics to be decent or good enough to enhance their experience.
“The graphics are phenomenal and the monsters keep getting mystical (pretty interesting).”
“Amazing game and graphics, totally worth the time to play.”
“Great graphics and fun to play.”
“While creating a new one, I suggest you to evolve your game (in terms of graphics, animation, font, HUD, interface) because even your new game 'Dear Ella' has decent graphics/animation compared to other games like Arknight, Guardian Tales, Grimlight, etc.”
“No graphic effort and no motion at all; you just match and the result appears directly, no motion or anything like that. How come it goes up to 4++ MB game???”
“Graphics could be better.”
- story94 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players expressing a desire for a more substantial narrative. While the quest system offers a variety of missions and monster-catching opportunities, it often feels repetitive and simplistic, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, players appreciate the game's mechanics but yearn for a more immersive storyline to enhance their experience.
“Amazing, great graphics, good storyline.”
“It was actually pulling me towards doing quests by giving me a chance to get super rare monsters during quests, which is what I thought was really unique because not many games give you the privilege to get above a super rare unit when playing quests.”
“I wish there was an actual story to it though; I really enjoy the game but feel there needs to be easier ways to acquire honor medals/points to get decent characters as a beginner, and I feel there should be some sort of story element or undertones, at least.”
“Easily this game is one of the worst games they made when it comes to combat and story.”
“Most disappointing thing is it has no story.”
“The tutorial consists of you pressing your quest button a little faster each time as the sound effects and animation are short bursts of sound and a stock painting that in no way represents adventure.”
- gameplay68 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its easy-to-learn mechanics and a variety of modes, making it accessible and enjoyable for both new and returning players. However, it suffers from issues such as poor balance, stale early-game experiences, and a lack of engaging animations, which can detract from the overall experience. While many players appreciate the solid mechanics and monster designs, there are concerns about repetitive gameplay and the need for improvements in certain areas, such as event fairness and account management.
“Amazing gameplay, love this game.”
“Great game full of updates and great RPG gameplay. This game has a little bit of a learning curve, but once you understand that, you can really get into it.”
“Perfectly balanced, and fun gameplay.”
“Frequent errors and poor gameplay balance.”
“Asks for permissions it shouldn't need on your phone, gameplay during the beginning is stale as hell and there are no actual battles.”
“Uninstalled in less than 5 mins as there appears to be no actual gameplay.”
- stability52 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, crashes, and freezing issues, particularly after updates. While some players note improvements in stability over time, many still experience significant disruptions that hinder gameplay, leading to frustration and a decline in user satisfaction. Overall, the game's stability remains a major concern, impacting the overall experience for many players.
“I have the updated version now and so far no glitches.”
“I've had no glitches with this game; the gameplay is solid and the art is great.”
“Runs great, has pretty good graphics; all in all, a great game.”
“Too many glitches when you keep losing damage per hit each week after spending hundreds of dollars to compete with stronger players!”
“Spent 30 minutes non-stop killing monsters to gather 8.2 billion coins in the tap warlord thing, bought the power 'Gilgamesh Sword', summoned a boss and puff, a loading thing comes up and freezes the game... then I managed to get back to the main screen and the power and the coins are gone... no wonder people don't stick around for long.”
“Was a good game but the constant buggy updates, game crashes, skewed ratio of receiving good monsters, lying about combine rates for monsters, overpriced eggs, and a horrible lack of customer service have made me drop my once 5-star ranking two years ago down to a 3-star rating.”
- monetization27 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 74 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting a presence of ads primarily at startup or for in-game rewards, which some find intrusive and disruptive. While many appreciate the ability to earn in-game currency without spending, there are complaints about aggressive microtransactions and the game's reliance on ads for revenue, leading some to label it a "cash grab." Overall, while the game is enjoyable, players express a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization and fewer interruptions from advertisements.
“Good game, fun to play, and they don't keep hounding you for in-game purchases. I love it.”
“It's a fun game, and it's great that it's easy to get the in-app purchase currency just by playing.”
“I have spent a lot of money on in-app purchases over the years, so I don't want to just quit playing.”
“Love this game and everything about it, played it forever. I have one complaint: stop putting ads to buy yourself; it's messing with my game and causing screens to overlap.”
“Another pay-to-advance cash grab from Gamevil.”
“After the recent update, I lost nearly $400 worth of in-game purchases, and they can't even guarantee an account recovery. Do not download.”
- grinding22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game is highly grind-oriented, requiring significant time and effort to progress, which can be both addictive and tedious. While many players enjoy the grind and find it fun, others express frustration with the time-consuming nature of farming and the potential for pay-to-play elements. Overall, the grinding aspect is a double-edged sword, appealing to some while driving others away due to its repetitive nature.
“This is my third review. We had a maintenance shutdown during a boss battle. I've wasted 30-45 stamina potions and logged back in to see if it was done and if I can claim any of my rewards for grinding this game. Y'all are keeping me wrong. I've spent money on this game and I get constantly screwed over. Either y'all make this right or I'm just cutting my losses and deleting this.”
“A lot of pointless farming doesn't make the game fun.”
“The game is addictive at first but it's also very time-consuming in that waiting for your stats to recharge is tedious and is where you will spend most of your time past level 140.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Users express dissatisfaction with the game's music, citing issues such as the inability to turn off music and sound effects, as well as a desire for the return of the original theme song. Many also request the addition of background music and more customization options for audio settings, indicating that the current music offerings feel outdated or lacking. Overall, there is a strong call for improvements and more variety in the game's musical elements.
“Only thing that could make it better is an option for the old theme music.”
“Bring back the original theme song please and thank you.”
“Give it a theme song and background music.”
“My only complaint is that the current theme song is lame.”
“Every time I open this game, it stops my music playing.”
“Wish there was some background music; you'd think after so many years they'd add some...”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny and cute art style, as well as the comedic elements that keep them engaged. However, some users express frustration with aspects like RNG mechanics and game balance, which detracts from the overall humor experience. Despite these criticisms, many find the game entertaining enough to lose track of time.
“The controls are pretty simple and easy to use, and the graphics are decent (funny and cute art style).”
“Funny as hell.”
“I like this app more than others; it is so funny that I forget to sleep.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, "Monster Warlord" is praised for its smooth performance and great graphics, with many users reporting no issues and enjoying hours of gameplay. However, some players note that the game's optimization may encourage spending for optimal daily performance, suggesting a potential imbalance in free-to-play mechanics.
“Perfect performance.”
“No problems with it; runs smoothly, great graphics, and hours of fun!”
“Monster Warlord is fine-tuned for you to spend money for optimal daily performance.”
“Could use some more performance improvements.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the improved accessibility to better monsters, which enhances the overall gameplay experience and encourages them to start new games, contributing to high replayability. This positive change has led to favorable reviews, with some users rating the game 5 stars for its increased playability.
“Even after all the work I did on my other game, I started over and they made it a lot easier to get better monsters than I had before. I'm giving them 5 stars because they made the game more replayable.”
“The variety of choices and paths you can take in this game makes it incredibly replayable. Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting!”
“I love how every time I play, I discover something new. The replayability factor is off the charts!”
“The game lacks variety, making it hard to find motivation to replay it after finishing the main story.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again; the experience feels too linear.”
“The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”