Overdox

Overdox is a multiplayer Hack and Slash Battle Royale game with fast-paced, melee-focused combat and strategic character customization. Its good story, excellent visuals, and soundtrack are enjoyed by a global audience in 10 languages, but it includes lots of grinding, ads, bugs, and may not appeal to those seeking a polished experience. The game offers a unique and exciting take on popular MOBA and Battle Royale genres.

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Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,977 reviews

graphics483 positive mentions

monetization92 negative mentions

Great graphics and gameplay, with a unique blend of melee combat and battle royale mechanics.
The game is fun and engaging, with a variety of weapons and armor to customize characters.
Not heavily pay-to-win; players can progress and obtain good gear through gameplay.

Frequent lag and connection issues, making gameplay frustrating at times.
Unbalanced matchmaking, often pairing new players with much higher-ranked opponents.
The awakening system for weapons and armor is frustratingly low in success rates.

graphics
651 mentions
74 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning quality, vibrant colors, and detailed character designs, making it visually appealing even on lower-end devices. However, many players have reported issues with lag and frame rate drops, particularly during intense gameplay, suggesting a need for better optimization and adjustable settings for different device capabilities. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight, performance stability remains a concern for many users.
- “Beautiful artwork, vibrant colors.”
- “The graphics drip with gorgeous, uniquely stylistic elements, while still being able to run on my 2+ year-old phone.”
- “The graphics are amazing for a game that takes less than 1 gigabyte.”
- “The graphics aren't what I expected them to be, but they aren't horrible at all.”
- “The game's very good and all, but the only problem is that it crashes frequently; there are some certain types of phones that couldn't handle graphics like this game has.”
- “I have lowered the graphics setting, but it doesn't seem to do anything.”
gameplay
585 mentions
65 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and appealing graphics, offering a mix of simplicity and depth that allows for strategic play. However, many players express concerns about lag issues, unbalanced matchmaking, and a pay-to-win model that can detract from the overall experience. While the game is fun and addictive, some users feel it could benefit from additional game modes and improved optimization to enhance performance.
- “The gameplay is amazing, with interesting mechanics and smooth controls that make it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, requiring both strategy and skill while providing a fair and competitive environment.”
- “Overall, the gameplay is fun, simple, and deep, with a variety of weapons and armors that allow for different fighting styles.”
- “The concept of the game is amazing, but the gameplay is bad; there are just a lot more bugs to fix.”
- “The game is great, but there's only one mode, and the excitement wears off eventually. I'd be more than happy to play other modes as well. Also, there's no point in adding friends if you can't do anything but send gems.”
- “The gameplay is decent, but the servers are too laggy. I can understand if it has a big map, but this is ridiculous; they should improve the game's FPS because you can't play at all.”
monetization
119 mentions
6 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
77 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over excessive ads and high in-game purchase prices, which they feel detract from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the ability to progress without spending money, others criticize the game for being pay-to-win, particularly due to the presence of powerful items locked behind paywalls and the reliance on lootboxes. Overall, the monetization practices are seen as aggressive, with calls for a more balanced approach that minimizes ads and focuses on cosmetic purchases instead.
- “This game is incredibly good for a phone game, the graphics are of astounding quality - and you can definitely get pretty far without in-app purchases, and battling is fairly easy.”
- “Sure there's in-game purchases but that doesn't stop you from being the strongest as a free player, all currencies of the game can be accessed very easily by free players.”
- “Really, really great game, amazing combat system, sweet sleek controls, overall really enjoying the experience, not pay to win, though in-app purchases are there.”
- “The game will force you to watch more ads to have some items and gems; the spin system is rigged.”
- “Pay to win and very aggressive monetization.”
- “Disappointing game overall; the game comes down to luck and wallet size. A lot of the lobby seems to be bots, so that's just lame. The game could have been good, but it's obviously a cash grab.”
optimization
100 mentions
23 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting frequent lag, stuttering, and poor performance even on high-end devices. While some users enjoy the gameplay and graphics, they express frustration over the game's inability to run smoothly, particularly during matches, and call for urgent improvements to enhance overall performance and stability. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to be enjoyable for a wider range of devices.
- “The game is awesome and I like it a lot, but when I play at first it runs smoothly but after a bit it starts to lag a lot.”
- “This game is so addictive and runs smoothly.”
- “Great game runs smoothly.”
- “The performance tends to be sluggish in actual matches, which is disappointing.”
- “Very poor optimization.”
- “A pretty nice game, but it's badly optimized and lags quite a lot despite having a good connection and phone.”
story
67 mentions
21 % positive mentions
73 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong desire for a dedicated story mode in the game, believing it would enhance the experience significantly. While the current missions and gameplay mechanics are appreciated, many feel that the lack of a narrative detracts from the overall enjoyment, with suggestions for more quests and a deeper storyline. The game's unique plot and mechanics are noted, but players are eager for additional content that includes cooperative missions and a more engaging narrative structure.
- “I hope they eventually release a story mode for the game; this would just add to an already amazing experience.”
- “The plot and mechanism are unique.”
- “Overly, the game plot is amazing and I love this game; it always keeps poking my mind to play, play, play.”
- “There is no storyline, but there are a variety of weapons and maps... the chapters are based on your actions.”
- “It is a good game, but could be better. I wish there would be a storyline or another game mode other than hacking one another to pieces... a co-op short adventure storyline would be nice.”
- “You should add a story mode for solo players; other than that, the game is good.”
music
40 mentions
38 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the soundtrack and its ability to enhance the gaming experience, while others find it repetitive or annoying. Some users highlight the immersive quality of the music and sound effects, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere, but there are complaints about specific sounds being too loud or disruptive. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, there are calls for improvements to ensure it remains engaging throughout extended gameplay.
- “The soundtrack, the infinite styles and gear combinations, the hack and slash!”
- “Music is amazing and such good beat after modifying the character.”
- “A really good game with awesome music and visually impressive.”
- “You'll really enjoy it initially but as you keep playing you'll find the lack of music really makes the gaming experience kinda dull.”
- “Please overhaul the music, it doesn't have the unlimited listenability needed for background music.”
- “This game's music is extremely boring.”
grinding
40 mentions
5 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the balance between skill and effort required to progress, while others criticize the heavy reliance on microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics. Many users find the grinding process enjoyable and rewarding, but express frustration over the time investment needed to obtain rare or legendary items without spending money. Overall, the game offers a blend of grinding and action, but the effectiveness of grinding is often overshadowed by the advantages given to paying players.
- “It's not too grindy and the gameplay is fun to jump into.”
- “Non pay to win PvP, better than most MOBAs at the moment, no farming and you get straight into action!”
- “Unfortunatelly it's too much pay2win.. all the matches that I've played were filled with players that paid for better gear, and the grinding system in this game is awful.”
- “It's only a good game if you're willing to spend hundreds of dollars to continue playing, it's extremely a pay to win game, very uneven equipment, rewards are very miniscule, grinding for what seems to be no reason at all.”
- “My only real complaint is without spending money grinding for pieces to upgrade takes forever.”
stability
38 mentions
8 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent lag, bugs, and connection issues that hinder gameplay. Players have experienced freezing during loading screens and in-game, as well as glitches affecting mission completion and matchmaking. While some users appreciate the game's concept and graphics, the overall consensus is that it requires urgent maintenance and improvements to enhance stability.
- “This is a really well-made game; it runs great too.”
- “Awesome upgrades, no glitches, and many different types of weapons.”
- “Can't give an objective review as it turns out it really doesn't cater to my personal playstyle, but it looks good, runs great, the interface is smooth, and it's definitely original, which is refreshing considering every other game is a clone of another game, so 4 stars for that.”
- “Just came back remembering just how amazing this game was, but after more than a year it's still the same old game, not even a single update and it became so much laggy, buggy, and too many connection issues.”
- “I used to be able to play this game but every time I open it now it gets caught in some stupid repeat frame skip and freezes by blinking rapidly between like 10 frames and never loads, never lets me continue after it shows the main screen. Love the game, hate the lack of maintenance; it ran 1000x better on initial release.”
- “Game freezes and disconnects with no rewards given when I was champion. It's buggy and needs to be fixed.”
character development
16 mentions
81 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
Overall, character development in the game is praised for its impressive design and customization options, with players appreciating the unique aesthetics and animations. While some users noted that gameplay could be lacking, the character design consistently received positive feedback, highlighting its quality and appeal. However, there are calls for more customization slots to enhance the experience further.
- “Character development is nice and refreshing.”
- “I love the character design.”
- “Overall amazing gameplay, cool character design, great combat.”
- “Wow, I'm really surprised. I didn't think that you would be the one editing your own character designs and weapons. However, you can only create 3 slots, so I hope they'll add more. Even if it has just 1 more slot, it would be useful for people who want to try a lot of fashion and style. The downside is that sometimes newbie players are often matched with experienced players.”
humor
14 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in its technical issues, such as lag and connection problems, as well as the absurdity of certain gameplay mechanics and design choices. Many reviews highlight the comedic value of player interactions and the game's quirks, making it an enjoyable experience for those who appreciate its lightheartedness despite its flaws. Overall, the humor seems to stem from both the game's shortcomings and the community's reactions, creating a uniquely entertaining atmosphere.
- “It's hilarious.”
- “Seeing someone call himself a 'veteran gamer' just because he's been playing since 2003 (which is clearly a big fat lie since Android phones were only launched in the market in 2008) is just hilarious.”
- “Funny and enjoyable.”
replayability
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the game to have strong replayability due to its engaging concept, good graphics, and enjoyable gameplay mechanics. However, some express concerns about stability on lower-end devices and a lack of content, which may affect long-term engagement. Despite these issues, many are impressed enough to consider investing in premium options for enhanced experiences.
- “Great concept, good graphics, controls, and replay value.”
- “Once you grasp the controls and strategies, this game has so much replay value. I'm impressed by this one and may invest in premium for the experience.”
- “So much action, great graphics, and replayability.”
- “Once you grasp the controls and strategies, this game has so much replay value. However, the limited play times and paywall are disappointing.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its superb style, engaging gameplay, and effective combat system. The music enhances the overall experience, creating the right mood and contributing to a captivating environment that players thoroughly enjoy.
- “The style, the atmosphere, the gameplay, all of it is just superb!”
- “Gameplay music is also fantastic and sets the right atmospheric mood for the game.”
- “Other than that, great gameplay atmosphere and nice combat system.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a deeply wholesome experience, evoking strong positive emotions and a sense of joy. Many express a desire to play it repeatedly, highlighting its lasting emotional impact.
- “This game is wholesome and I will play this forever! Just kidding, not forever, but definitely play this game now! 😁”
- “Really wholesome game ❤️”