Pandum online
- September 16, 2016
- stoony
- 25h median play time
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Reviews
- The game offers a diverse class system and allows for unique character customization.
- It is free to play with no microtransactions, showing the developers' commitment to the community.
- The game has a nostalgic feel for fans of old-school MMOs, providing an immersive world with engaging gameplay.
- The controls and user interface are clunky and confusing, making gameplay frustrating.
- The tutorial is inadequate, leaving new players to figure out mechanics on their own.
- The graphics are subpar, and many players feel the game lacks polish and refinement.
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is praised for its immersive world and the social interactions it fosters among players, allowing them to create their own narratives through diverse class roles. However, players have expressed frustration with poor quest tracking and difficulty progressing in the storyline due to level discrepancies and challenges in finding groups for boss encounters. Overall, while the foundation of the story is engaging, the execution can hinder player experience.
“With other players by your side as you quest, it creates one of the most social and interactive experiences that can only be truly understood by playing hours upon hours in this amazing world the developers have created.”
“The class system is fantastic, allowing for a wide array of roles to choose from that are unique in their own ways, developing into not just a character you control, but a story that you have crafted from countless experiences.”
“The quests I've completed have been engaging, and each one contributes to a larger narrative that keeps you invested in the world and its characters.”
“The quests I've finished were easy, but the next level biome is for level 15+ and I'm only level 11. I've completed all the quests, yet I can't progress with the main quests because I'm unable to find a group to defeat the boss.”
“If you keep going on with that 'storyline', you will see that it's almost impossible after that first map to be successful.”
“Poor quest tracking makes it difficult to follow the storyline and progress effectively.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the user interface and overall visual appeal, while others praised the beauty of the graphics. Overall, opinions vary significantly, indicating a divide between those who find the graphics lacking and those who appreciate their aesthetic qualities.
“I forgot to mention how incredibly beautiful the graphics truly are.”
“The graphics are stunning and really enhance the overall experience of the game.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable, making every scene visually captivating.”
“Bad UI and graphics.”
“Most people who try it often leave; the graphics don't really appeal to many.”
“Bad graphics, which I can get over...”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as immersive, earning a score of 7.5/10, but it suffers from frustrating fight mechanics that can feel buggy, leading to unregistered hits and player frustration. This inconsistency detracts from the overall experience, causing annoyance during gameplay.
“I've got over 25 hours of gameplay in this game, and I'd like to give you my review for this game.”
“Gameplay: 7.5/10”
“The gameplay is just as incredibly immersive as the rest of the game.”
“Another point would be those crappy fight mechanics. The way you attack your enemies doesn't look great, and it seems to be bugged. Most of the time, you hit them, but they aren't losing health because the hit doesn't count. You keep on doing it, but after a while, you die. Because that happens a lot, you get kind of mad really quickly, and I don't want to be annoyed playing a game, at least not as much as there.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users praise the game's optimization, comparing it favorably to playing Battlefield 1 on ultra settings, indicating a high level of performance and graphical fidelity.
“It feels like I am playing Battlefield 1 on ultra settings with the absolute greatest optimization possible.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Pandum stands out in the MMORPG genre for being completely free to play, without any microtransactions, which is a refreshing change compared to many other games that often pressure players into spending money.
“Pandum is one of the few MMORPGs that is completely free with no microtransactions that other games push on players.”
“The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players into spending money.”
“I appreciate that Pandum allows players to enjoy the full experience without the need for in-game purchases.”
“Pandum is one of the few MMORPGs that is completely free with no microtransactions that other games push on the players.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its amazing quality and contribution to the overall concept and art. There is a strong desire for the game to gain popularity, suggesting that the music enhances the overall experience.
“Other than that, the concept and art/music are amazing. I would love for this to become a popular MMO.”
