Phobos

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Phobos is a multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Myth Entertainment and was released on November 20, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A 2D MMORPG set in a medieval fantasy world

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Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

Phobos offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic MMORPGs like Tibia, with a focus on exploration and unique class mechanics.
The game has a passionate development team that is actively working on improvements, and the community is generally friendly and supportive.
Exploration is rewarding, allowing players to create their own maps and uncover mysteries within the game world.

The game suffers from a lack of content and a very small player base, making multiplayer aspects like trading and group quests nearly impossible.
New players may find the game overwhelming due to poor guidance, convoluted mechanics, and a lack of essential features like sound and a minimap.
Technical issues such as lag, clunky interfaces, and login problems detract from the overall experience, making it difficult for players to fully engage with the game.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as outdated and reminiscent of retro pixel art, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Tibia. While some players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic, others criticize the quality, suggesting it lacks the polish of modern visuals. Overall, the graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia for old-school MMORPGs, but may not appeal to those seeking contemporary design standards.
- “Very nice alternative for those searching for a nostalgic old graphics MMORPG.”
- “It brings the essence of old Tibia times, less information, new places to explore, basic NPC interaction, mysteries, 2D graphics, and good chat talk with friends!”
- “Immersive story, memorable characters, classic graphics, and solid gameplay.”
- “This features really godawful pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to do the job of creating 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Yes, the graphics are outdated... actually, everything looks outdated.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring solid RPG foundations, rich lore, and unique mechanics that appeal to a niche audience. However, players have reported issues with lag, buggy quests, and outdated mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the immersive story and classic graphics, others find the gameplay limiting and frustrating.
- “Very good old-school RPG inspired by Tibia, great quests, lore, and unique mechanics and classes.”
- “This game has solid RPG foundations and mechanics you will love.”
- “Immersive story, memorable characters, classic graphics, and solid gameplay.”
- “Mechanics are wonky, it is laggy, creatures run fast (can't escape them), quests are buggy and can't track them.”
- “Phobos Online is a poorly developed game, with badly designed mechanics and full of bugs.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a stark contrast in the game's storytelling; while some players find it immersive with memorable characters and solid gameplay, others criticize the lack of a coherent narrative and tutorial, leading to confusion and frustration. Overall, the story aspect appears inconsistent, with some enjoying the depth while others feel it is absent or poorly executed.
- “Immersive story, memorable characters, classic graphics, and solid gameplay.”
- “I don't understand this game; it lacks logic. What can I do? There isn't a story or tutorial. Please change it, and then I will test this game again!”
- “Mechanics are wonky, it is laggy, creatures run fast (can't escape them), quests are buggy and can't track them.”
- “Trading or gathering a team to hunt or quest just isn't possible.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game lacks a musical score, which users find to be a significant oversight, especially given the absence of any sound effects as well. While the pixelated art style is appreciated, the repetitive visuals contribute to a sense of monotony, further exacerbated by the absence of music.
- “No music!”
- “The game has very nice pixelated art for sure, but there is no music or any sound playing in the game. The sprites and textures are reused excessively throughout the whole map. I don't know if there are any other 'biomes', but so far I've seen the same grass, trees, caves, and stone walls everywhere, making it visually boring.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for heavily relying on mobile app store-style microtransactions, leading players to feel that it is not truly free and detracts from overall value.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to earn in-game currency, making it accessible for players who prefer not to spend real money.”
- “The optional purchases enhance the experience without being necessary to progress, which is a refreshing approach to monetization.”
- “On pricing and value for gamers, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that should be accessible to everyone.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized for its wonky mechanics and lag, making gameplay frustrating. Players report issues with fast-moving creatures that are difficult to escape and numerous bugs affecting quest tracking. Overall, these stability problems significantly detract from the gaming experience.
- “The mechanics are wonky, and the game is laggy. Creatures move too fast, making it impossible to escape them, and quests are buggy and can't be tracked properly.”
- “The game suffers from severe stability issues, with frequent lag and unresponsive mechanics that ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that made quests untrackable, and the overall performance is frustratingly unstable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that the game emphasizes RPG elements and lore over mindless grinding, offering a more engaging experience with mysteries to solve. However, some feel that farming gold is often ineffective, leading to a reliance on spending cash for progression.
- “Focuses more on RPG and lore than Tibia's mindless grinding, which feels infinite; there are lots of mysteries to solve!”
- “There are more things to spend cash on because farming gold is useless in 70% of cases.”