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"One Punch Man - The Strongest" is a Role Playing game that lets you fight alongside Saitama and become a hero for fun. The game boasts an awesome story, exceptional game mechanics, delightful graphics, and plenty of humor. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and too much advertisement. Join the world of One Punch Man and experience the excitement of being a hero!

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

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

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,204 reviews

gameplay58 positive mentions

monetization51 negative mentions

The game features great animations and cutscenes from the anime, making it enjoyable for fans.
There is a lot of content to engage with, including various game modes and daily tasks.
The game is relatively free-to-play friendly, allowing players to progress without spending money.

The drop rates for SSR characters are extremely low, making it frustrating for players trying to build a strong team.
The game can become repetitive and grindy, especially after reaching higher levels.
Many players report issues with server connectivity and bugs that hinder gameplay.

gameplay
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
45%
4%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, featuring unique character development mechanics and strategic combat, though it can become repetitive over time. Many players appreciate the variety of game modes and the smooth animations, but some express frustration with the gacha mechanics and pay-to-win elements that can disrupt the experience. Overall, while the gameplay offers enjoyable moments and a faithful representation of the source material, it suffers from a lack of depth and balance, leading to mixed feelings among players.
- “I like that there are unique mechanics for character development, as well as fun and strategic combat.”
- “Fun gameplay, brings a lot of the flair and wackiness from the anime.”
- “Great gameplay, great retelling of the story in a game style mode and the multiple types of play make sure you're always doing something in the game one way or another.”
- “Gameplay and daily tasks are getting kind of repetitive though, and I hope the new content they have blacked out with 'coming soon' actually does come.”
- “The gameplay really is get character, upgrade them, hope they are strong enough to beat the stage, repeat.”
- “Typical gacha game, but the gameplay itself is super boring and repetitive.”
story
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
63%
5%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its faithful adaptation of the One Punch Man anime and manga, complete with engaging cutscenes and character development. However, some users express frustration over the slow progression and grindy nature of the gameplay, which can hinder story advancement and lead to a feeling of stagnation. Overall, while the narrative elements are enjoyable, the gameplay mechanics and monetization strategies detract from the overall experience for some players.
- “It has good story, animations, tons of characters, different game modes, and is really simple to play.”
- “Great game for what it's worth, a lot of character development, multiple modes and missions, follows the anime plot from a different perspective.”
- “The story modes and animations are really fun and true to the show.”
- “I haven't progressed in the story one step in weeks.”
- “There's no story after the first few minutes.”
- “The story is basically being Saitama and one-punching everything.”
monetization
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
18%
65%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as excessively focused on microtransactions, with many players labeling it a "cash grab." While some users appreciate that progress can be made without spending money, they note that in-app purchases are heavily promoted and often overpriced, leading to a pay-to-win environment. Overall, the game is seen as lacking balance in its monetization approach, with many expressing frustration over misleading advertisements and the prevalence of in-game purchase prompts.
- “For a game with so many in-game purchases, it doesn't require any money to progress in the game.”
- “Has a very rewarding system that doesn't feel like I have to spend a lot on microtransactions to play, and also absolutely no ads!”
- “Microtransactions are heavily encouraged, but aren't needed to get far in the game, which is nice.”
- “It seems that every system was designed to push you into microtransactions.”
- “The monetization is excessive, and you have to invest days just to keep growing your roster a tiny bit in order to clear a simple story stage.”
- “This company is worse than Bandai; super cash grab, drop rates are super trash, and the game is so complicated that when you make one bad move, your account is totally messed up. Highly do not recommend spending any money on this game.”
graphics
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
19%
4%
The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising the stunning visuals, art style, and animations that closely resemble the original anime. While some reviews highlight issues like choppy animations and a lack of originality, the overall consensus is that the graphics enhance the gameplay experience and are a significant draw for fans of the series.
- “The graphics are stunningly beautiful and it really makes me want to keep playing.”
- “Outstanding graphics!”
- “Amazing gameplay, amazing graphics, amazing everything.”
- “The only thing this game has going for it is graphics (which is a bare minimum these days) and the licensing from One Punch Man.”
- “Cheap in-game graphics and most scenes/animations are straight up rip-offs of the original anime.”
- “I was kinda excited to play this having seen the show 4 times but right out the gate choppy edited clips from the show, conflicting art styles and a lazy slow fighting style.”
grinding
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's grinding mechanics have received mixed reviews, with many players finding the leveling system overly tedious and convoluted, often feeling compelled to spend money to progress. While some appreciate the abundance of missions and content, others criticize the low drop rates and the necessity of extensive farming, particularly at higher levels. Overall, while the game can be enjoyable, the grind is a significant aspect that may deter some players.
- “This game is completely ridiculous; the leveling up is convoluted and overly grindy for no reason other than to entice you to pay to skip content.”
- “After a few hours of playing, it's pretty easy to see this is a game of endless and elaborate grinding.”
- “I really want to continue to play this game, but I don't see the point in spending that much time grinding tickets or exchangeables if I can't even guarantee an SSR.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and monotonous, often expressing frustration over the inability to mute or adjust the volume. While some appreciate the soundtrack's quality, others criticize its lack of variety and short looping tracks, leading to a generally negative perception of the audio experience. Overall, the music detracts from the gameplay for several users, overshadowing the game's other strengths.
- “Some reasons to support my claims is that it has a good difficulty, excellent soundtrack, and a really smooth gameplay.”
- “It's got great graphics, a nice selection of the OST; it's really a great game if you ask me.”
- “You can turn off the volume of everything in the game's settings, so I like to listen to music on my headphones when playing.”
- “Plus the character voices on their attacks and ultimates get drowned out by the music playing.”
- “No options for audio (so no muting the music) and the tutorial is over twenty minutes long, and there is no skipping or speeding up, and you have a tutorial with every new thing you find.”
- “Not much to it, the gameplay is weak and the background music is well, there is only one song and it repeats over and over and over and... well you get the point.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the characters, storylines, and comedic moments—such as Saitama's timely interventions—hilarious and entertaining. However, some users feel that the humor alone may not sustain long-term engagement, especially when faced with gameplay challenges and monetization issues. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of "One Punch Man" while delivering a fun and funny experience.
- “This is a game with cool characters, their moves and their story mode is hilarious.”
- “I think it's funny when my team is struggling and Saitama comes in and finishes the stage for me, lol.”
- “It's incredibly fun, funny, and remains so even without paying to play!”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
71%
Overall, the game's stability is praised, with many users reporting no significant glitches or bugs, and smooth performance. However, some players note that as a newly released title, it may still experience minor issues. Developers are commended for their quick response to fixing any glitches that arise.
- “This game is really awesome but it needs Wi-Fi and it is not buggy or laggy. The graphics are good, and the heroes are so awesome. I just love the cutscenes, and this game has perfect and cool events that feel like the actual show scenes.”
- “Runs great.”
- “Pretty good, but still a little buggy.”
- “This game has just come out, so be prepared for some glitches and bugs, characters not released yet, etc.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game features unique mechanics for character development, offering a rich and strategic combat experience that aligns with an anime plot from a fresh perspective. Players appreciate the extensive content, multiple modes, and well-executed character design, contributing to an engaging overall gameplay experience.
- “I like that there are unique mechanics for character development, as well as fun and strategic combat.”
- “Great game for what it's worth, a lot of character development, multiple modes and missions, follows the anime plot from a different perspective.”
- “So much content each day and the character design is spot on.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, players find the game's optimization to be solid, with smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay. However, there are concerns regarding the level system, particularly the difficulty in advancing through missions without repetitive grinding. The combination of upgrades and multiple characters allows for personalized strategizing, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The upgrades and gear combined with the multiple characters make strategizing optimized for your own kind of playstyle.”
- “I love this game; it's so fun, with no ads, and the game itself runs smoothly.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the game's generous distribution of gems and summon tokens, which enhances replayability; however, there is a desire for a greater variety of playable characters to further enrich the experience.
- “The game offers a wealth of gems and summon tokens, which encourages players to explore different characters and strategies.”
- “With a variety of playable characters and unique gameplay mechanics, the replayability factor is incredibly high.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse character options and the different strategies you can employ.”
- “The game is generous with gems and summon tokens, but it really needs more playable characters.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes it hard to find reasons to come back after finishing.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised as an emotional tour de force, resonating deeply with fans of the franchise and delivering a powerful emotional experience.
- “This game is an emotional tour de force fit for any true fan of the OPM franchise.”