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"Panilla Saga - Epic Adventure" is a retro-styled Role Playing Game that combines an interesting plot with compelling gameplay. The game's "Retro Real idle RPG" description highlights its old-school visuals while emphasizing its emphasis on idle gameplay mechanics and grinding. With perfect visuals, this game offers an epic adventure for RPG fans.

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Play Modes

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

Panilla Saga - Epic Adventure screenshot

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 896 reviews

story38 positive mentions

monetization18 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and character designs, making it visually appealing.
It offers a variety of events and activities, keeping gameplay engaging and rewarding for players.
The game is generally free-to-play friendly, providing ample opportunities to progress without spending money.

Progression can become slow and tedious, especially for free-to-play players who may hit paywalls.
Many players have reported issues with server connectivity and bugs, making the game frustrating at times.
The game is criticized for being derivative, with many mechanics and features feeling like a copy of existing games in the genre.

story
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
41%
4%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-developed, while others criticize it for being predictable and grindy. Many appreciate the character designs and voice acting, though some note issues with pacing and localization. Overall, the story is seen as a solid aspect of the game, providing a decent backdrop for gameplay, despite some frustrations with progression and repetitive elements.
- “The story and characters look great, and there's plenty of customization for your team and items to always leave you with something to do.”
- “Great game, the story is actually fleshed out, lore put into it, lots to do with the characters you obtain, steady power increase even late game.”
- “Wonderful game, the story is quite well thought-out, and the chibis are adorable.”
- “The dialogue/story for the recent characters seems to be written by ChatGPT, and the rewards for quickly clearing the missions don't seem to be rewarding, forcing me to complete them manually, which is quite inconvenient.”
- “The story is hard to progress through as there are around 10 to 15 stages in between a short portion of a story.”
- “Same mini games, same boring story, same boring progression, and same boring predictable summons.”
graphics
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
29%
6%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming art style, cute character designs, and smooth animations. Many players appreciate the vibrant visuals and the overall aesthetic, which set it apart from similar titles in the genre. While some noted that the game shares similarities with others, the quality of the graphics and character models has been highlighted as a significant strength.
- “Great idle game... similar to other games of this genre, however, I really enjoy the artwork and game design.”
- “The graphics are good, and the little models are cute and well-made.”
- “Graphics are very smooth and character design is honestly very impressive.”
- “Not a fan of the art style nor the gameplay itself.”
- “Didn't like the character graphics.”
- “Still, the game tried to set itself apart with its art style (which was half a copy of FE Heroes and half original work).”
gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
26%
7%
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by its simplicity and engaging mechanics that keep players invested. While it follows familiar mobile idle RPG conventions, it offers a variety of activities and goals that enhance player engagement. However, some players note that it can become grindy, particularly in terms of character enhancement and gacha mechanics, but overall, the smooth gameplay and appealing aesthetics contribute to a positive experience.
- “Surprisingly rich gameplay with a lot of things to do that keep you engaged.”
- “The daily, weekly, and journey goals help keep the gameplay directed with lots to do off the beaten path.”
- “Love the game; gameplay is smooth as silk and keeps pulling you deeper into the game without being boring.”
- “The core gameplay does not reinvent the wheel; it's your typical mobile idle RPG.”
- “The core mechanics, nearly every single one, have been reused.”
- “Average in every way, same UI and gameplay loop as 100 other gacha games out there.”
monetization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
16%
72%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the heavy reliance on microtransactions and the presence of intrusive ads that often malfunction. While some users appreciate that ads are optional and do not feel pressured to spend money, others feel that the game has shifted towards a "cash grab" model, making it difficult to progress without paying. Overall, the monetization approach has led to frustration among players, with calls for reduced advertising and more balanced in-game purchases.
- “The only thing I have to mention is that the microtransactions are kinda... everywhere.”
- “Your in-game purchases are frequent and abundant.”
- “Lots to keep you busy and no ads besides things to buy in-game.”
- “Now the devs have gone for the cash grab instead, releasing back-to-back events that you can't even properly participate in if you don't pay.”
- “Sad to see a great idle game go from one of the best to another greedy cash grab.”
- “Ads are all over the place, and on top of that, you will be forced to pay if you want decent progression; people are quitting, and only the whales remain.”
character development
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
Overall, the character development in the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive character designs and appealing art style. While some noted minor issues with localization and a few questionable designs, the majority found the characters engaging and well-integrated into the lore and gameplay. The combination of great visuals, enjoyable animations, and a solid story contributes to a positive reception of character development.
- “All in all, the game has great character design, lots of lore and info on the characters.”
- “The music is great, the character designs are amazing, and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Love the art style and the character designs.”
- “Didn't care for the combat or the character designs/style, so I won't be continuing to play.”
- “Character design reminds me a lot of Fire Emblem: Heroes.”
- “I have only just started the game, immediately fell in love with the art style, and the character design, also including the music and the crispness of the UI and was prepared to sink in a couple of hours into the title when I noticed a glaring oversight!”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite significant, with some noting improvements from recent updates that alleviate certain frustrations. While dedicated players may enjoy the grind, casual gamers might find it overwhelming and tedious, especially with numerous events and a lack of quality-of-life features. Despite the grind, many appreciate the game's art, story, and gameplay, suggesting that it can still be enjoyable for those willing to invest the time.
- “If you're dedicated to grinding your mobile games, that might not be an issue, but for casual players, this game might be asking too much.”
- “Lacks major quality of life improvements; this is 2023. Trying to build a team is a pain with constant annoying pop-ups. They have 50 events ongoing, and I'm 100% sure I won't complete any. This comes from someone who enjoys grinding in games and doesn't mind spending money, but the game is unfriendly and anti-fun to new players. I can't recommend this game.”
- “But stop for the dialogue because there are quite a few levels per map, and it can get tedious clicking to fight each time.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
Overall, the music in the game receives a positive reception, with many players praising its quality and nostalgic elements that enhance the experience. While some reviews mention a lack of engagement with the story, the music is consistently highlighted as a standout feature that complements the game's art and gameplay.
- “Fantastic art, music, and game modes to keep you busy for short bursts every day.”
- “The music is great, the character designs are amazing, and the gameplay is fun.”
- “The music is amazing, rates are good, animations are engaging.”
- “Abysmal rates, didn't care about the story and the music is middling.”
- “It is very relaxing, requires 0 effort, and features nostalgic music and sprites.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable but suffers from notable bugs, earning a mixed reception for its stability. While it is not as severely affected by issues as many other idle gacha games, players still report significant stability concerns.
- “Giving it a 2-star rating; the game is fun but very buggy.”
- “Not a bug-ridden mess like most idle gachas.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for being lackluster, with repetitive mini-games and a predictable storyline that fails to engage players on a deeper level.
- “The mini-games feel repetitive, and the story lacks any emotional depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The progression is dull and predictable, leaving little room for emotional investment in the characters or plot.”
- “Overall, the game fails to evoke any real emotions, as everything feels too familiar and uninspired.”