Otherworld Legends
- April 27, 2022
- ChillyRoom
- 2h median play time
"Otherworld Legends" is a roguelike beat-'em-up game where players explore exotic alternate worlds and master powerful heroes to fight in historic arenas. With a variety of environments, heroes, and skins, players must unravel the secrets behind the ever-shifting Mirage created by Asura. Note: Data transfer between the Steam and mobile versions is not supported.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful pixel art and smooth animations, creating an engaging visual experience.
- Gameplay is fun and challenging, with a variety of characters and skills that allow for different playstyles.
- The developers are responsive to player feedback and have made improvements based on community suggestions.
- Many characters and skills are locked behind a paywall, limiting options for free-to-play players.
- The controls can feel clunky, particularly the inability to dodge vertically and the difficulty in changing attack direction.
- There are frequent bugs and performance issues, especially in multiplayer mode, which can disrupt gameplay.
- gameplay640 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this mobile dungeon crawler has received widespread acclaim for its engaging mechanics, smooth controls, and diverse character abilities, making it both fun and challenging. Players appreciate the unique themes and backstories of levels, as well as the variety of bosses and items that enhance replayability. However, many reviews express frustration over the limited number of free characters and the prevalence of paywalls, which can hinder the overall experience for free-to-play users.
“This game almost can't be described with words, this game is fun as hell and it's very addicting, it's got very smooth controls and very good graphics, the gameplay is just magnificent and it's almost like this isn't even a mobile game, I'm surprised it's free!”
“The gameplay is unique, the loot, bosses, etc.”
“The gameplay is amazing with dungeon-like design, enemies, items, and challenges.”
“The gameplay is mediocre.”
“The gameplay is not very good either, you should reward players for dodging enemies' attacks.”
“The controls are awkward, the mechanics shallow, you can only attack in two directions and all enemies behave more or less the same.”
- graphics478 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from users, with many praising the retro pixel art style and overall visual appeal, describing it as beautiful and nostalgic. However, several players have reported issues with lag and performance, particularly on lower-end devices, and have requested options to adjust graphics settings for smoother gameplay. While the art style and animations are generally well-received, some users expressed disappointment with recent changes to character designs and the need for further graphical improvements.
“The graphics are wonderful and the gameplay is sooo fun!”
“The graphics are amazing, the animations are wonderful and the characters' skills and skins are varied for all tastes.”
“The graphics are smooth, controls are well done, and the gameplay provides endless possibilities.”
“Dear developers, please at least make an option to lower the graphics or make the game faster because I really like this game, but unfortunately, it has become so laggy.”
“I don't have the best phone, but for these 2D low-resolution graphics, the lag is way too much.”
“The graphics are worse than 1980 TV.”
- story213 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and quirky elements, with many players expressing a desire for more content, such as additional chapters, bosses, and character backstories. While some find the narrative enjoyable and well-integrated with gameplay, others criticize it for being too short or lacking depth, indicating a strong demand for expansions and improvements in future updates. Overall, the story is seen as a solid foundation that could benefit from further development to enhance player experience.
“This game is one of my favorites; it has an awesome storyline and gameplay and little to no bugs, but could you please make more characters that are available with in-game money? Overall, I highly recommend it.”
“The game is amazing overall, starting from the artwork and the storyline, even though it was really short. I finished the whole game on my second run and also *add more chapters for the story; it's so beautiful* and also I'm looking forward to the next updates. The game is really well made.”
“I love the game for its action and storyline. The story arc of the game is great.”
“The story is vague enough to play the game over and over again.”
“The only flaw I see in the game is that too much requires real money; a way you can make this a paid option is that you can recruit them instantly with real money or you do a few missions to recruit them to give players a sense of progression.”
“It's an extremely fun game but has some glaring problems... 1) for one there is no story here, you pick your character and go fight unending floors of monsters for no reason.”
- monetization157 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 45 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for rewards after gameplay. However, there is significant criticism regarding the prevalence of microtransactions, particularly for unlocking characters and content, which some players feel detracts from the overall experience and makes the game feel like a cash grab. While some users find the in-app purchases reasonably priced and not necessary to enjoy the game, others express frustration over the limited free content and the heavy reliance on paid options.
“They have also improved the monetization model so that you can now farm everything, including heroes.”
“The monetization is fair and understandable, and the customization of abilities is a unique and fun unlock system!”
“It's a fair deal, because the game has no ads, and it's free 🤷♂️ good job devs ❤️”
“I get that monetization is expected of mobile games, but in a game with a limited roster, not being able to even grind for certain characters leaves me with a sour taste in my mouth.”
“In-app purchases are there, but I prefer that over them collecting your data to make up for all the money and effort that went into this game.”
“The only criticism that I have is to do with the monetization.”
- grinding80 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
Grinding in the game is generally viewed as both enjoyable and tedious, with players appreciating the opportunity to earn new characters and items through effort. However, many express frustration over the significant number of characters locked behind a paywall, leading to a perception that the game requires excessive grinding to unlock content. While some players find the grind rewarding and engaging, others feel it becomes repetitive and overly time-consuming, particularly when progress is hindered by in-game purchases.
“The grind is rewarding and not too tedious, making it a great way to progress in the game.”
“I appreciate that the grinding mechanics are balanced, allowing for early access without feeling overwhelming.”
“Grinding in this game feels satisfying and keeps me engaged without becoming a chore.”
“The game is good but there is too much grinding and it gets slow once you get the 'free' characters.”
“My only issue is that the majority of the characters are locked behind a paywall and take a lot of grinding spread over the course of 9 days to unlock for free.”
“In-app purchases are out of hand in this one... disappointed. Make some other characters unlockable by grinding at least. It's ridiculous I'm not paying a fortune on a mobile game.”
- music79 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its fantastic quality, engaging soundtracks, and ability to enhance the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the retro-style themes that complement the game's art and mechanics, although some have reported issues with audio loss when switching apps. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and atmosphere.
“The music, art, and gameplay are awesome and I could play this game for hours.”
“The soundtrack is so addictive that it is hard not to nod your head to the music.”
“Absolutely gorgeous, the graphics, the gameplay, the music, everything in this game is just amazing.”
“I've been experiencing game audio/music loss whenever I switch to a different app and back to the game since the recent update.”
“My only problem with the game is the soundtrack is really bad, like annoyingly bad.”
“Being stuck hearing the same music over and over can get tiring.”
- stability65 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, lags, and crashes, particularly during online multiplayer sessions. Many users experience issues such as freezing screens, inability to revive teammates, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration and diminished enjoyment. While some acknowledge the game's potential and fun mechanics, the overall consensus is that significant improvements are needed to enhance stability and performance.
“I have nothing to say; this game is just so fun. No glitches, no issues—it's just so enjoyable!”
“Many game-breaking bugs and glitches.”
“The game is so buggy and crashes all the time.”
“Overall buggy game, makes it frustrating and unplayable.”
- replayability59 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its strong replayability, with many players enjoying the variety of character and skill combinations, as well as the randomly generated levels that keep gameplay fresh. However, some users express concerns about the limited number of playable characters without in-app purchases and the need for more endgame content to maintain long-term engagement. While many find the game addictive and fun, the reliance on paid content for character access detracts from the overall replay value for some players.
“Tons of replay value.”
“My favorite app game, fantasy roguelike with incredible character and skill selection to match about any playstyle, unlimited replayability (I just discovered the bamboo scene and I've had the game for months) and incredibly affordable in-app purchases.”
“Great game, 10 out of 10, has a lot of replay value and item variety to mix up your runs.”
“Somehow even less replay value than SK, which is saying a lot.”
“I finished the game on all difficulties on day two - there isn't much replayability, only because they want you to pay for all of the characters.”
“Good game but the problem with this game is the lock system which sometimes makes boss fights too difficult. Also, no hero growth just kill endlessly, die, then gain experience, repeat the process. Another major flaw is that all heroes except 1 or 2 are hidden behind a paywall, which makes replay value boring.”
- optimization42 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including lag and frame drops, even on lower graphics settings. While some users appreciate the game's design and potential, they express frustration over the inconsistent performance across different devices and the need for further optimizations to enhance gameplay. Despite these challenges, there is optimism for future updates to improve the game's performance.
“The only thing I want to suggest is an option to disable lighting, shadows, and reflections to enable even more performance compatibility.”
“Dev team is doing an amazing job and I look forward to more content and future optimizations!”
“The performance of the game speaks for itself, good job 👍”
“I am aware that you can change the graphics to make the game have lower performance to run it faster, but even at the lowest settings, I still lagged pretty hard.”
“The game is okay, the graphics are very good, but the optimization sucks honestly. The controls are very bad and rough, and there is a lot of lag on some phones. It's frustrating because the game is to blame, not the phones.”
“Its a great game, but the performance is so poor; I would randomly get an FPS drop from a stable 30 FPS to 1 FPS. Soul Knight's performance is much better.”
- character development21 mentions
- 76 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally praised for its impressive designs and animations, with many reviewers highlighting the quality of pixel art and character aesthetics. However, some players feel that character unlocking is slow and that the gameplay could benefit from more diverse character options and improved controls. Overall, while the character designs are well-received, there is a desire for deeper character progression and story elements.
“Character designs are well thought out, plus there are tons of achievements and easter eggs to unlock.”
“The gameplay is amazing and the character designs are awesome!”
“The graphics are well done, character designs are amazing, I love it!”
“And the character design during play looks a bit bad.”
“It has a lot of potential...the gameplay is interesting as well as the character design and graphics...but still lacks a lot when it comes to controls...restricting the control customization really made the game a lot more difficult to enjoy.”
- humor12 mentions
- 92 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its clever NPC interactions and the inclusion of dark humor elements, such as the "black humor" item that freezes enemies. Many find the game to be entertaining and addictive, often laughing out loud during gameplay, especially during boss fights. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment and replayability.
“Honestly, it's a very dangerously funny type of snowball game, a lot of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure vibes, hahaha.”
“Well, this is fun... and I enjoyed the boss fights so much. The last boss made me laugh though, XD.”
“This game is awesome, really funny and addicting. You guys gotta make some more games like this.”
“The humor in this game falls flat, as it feels more like a cash grab than a genuine attempt at fun. With most characters locked behind a paywall, it’s hard to find anything amusing.”
“It's not funny at all that only two characters are available for free. The lack of variety really dampens the humor and overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The attempt at humor is overshadowed by the pay-to-win mechanics. Instead of laughter, I feel frustrated by the limited access to characters and items.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of joy, nostalgia, and heartbreak. Many reviewers appreciate the heartfelt experience it provides, noting that it stands out among other games for its engaging mechanics and memorable moments. Overall, the game is celebrated for its emotional depth and the lasting impact it has on loyal players.
“The best thing about this game is that it made me feel like getting to a point where the game 'ended'... we are really missing games like these.”
“Can't blame the game because it was my fault, but it's quite heartbreaking.”
“Most respected and lit games that I truly enjoy... good job for creating and updating your mobile apps with entertainment that is sweet and heartfelt. I've been playing Soul Knight since 2015, and until now, it never fades; the shine of overjoyed.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its intense vibe, visually appealing graphics, and strong cultural elements, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of classic pixel RPGs. However, some players find the music too heavy and prefer a more ethereal sound, while a few express dissatisfaction with the overall atmosphere, indicating a divide in player sentiment. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, enhancing the combat and adventure elements of the game.
“It gives me a great vibe and atmosphere.”
“The gameplay is intense, visually appealing, the atmosphere is fantastic, and most important of all: you don't need some lame form of 'play energy'.”
“This game is so great at delivering the atmosphere of combat, Asian-style culture, the graphics, and overall experience!”
“Boring, and I don't like the atmosphere.”