Pirates of the Caribbean: ToW

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"Pirates of the Caribbean: Tales of the West is a strategy game with an intriguing story and great gameplay, set in the official Pirates of the Caribbean universe. The game boasts exceptional visuals, but can be very grinding and features annoying ads. Despite some bugs, the humorous elements make it an enjoyable experience for fans of the franchise."

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Play Modes

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

Pirates of the Caribbean: ToW screenshot

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,960 reviews

graphics264 positive mentions

stability133 negative mentions

Great graphics and engaging storyline that resonates with the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Fun gameplay with plenty of opportunities for free rewards and events.
The game allows for social interaction with players from around the world, enhancing the experience.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
Frequent crashes and connectivity issues, especially after updates, leading to frustration.
Customer support is unresponsive and does not adequately address player concerns or issues.

graphics
332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
18%
2%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as beautiful, stunning, and well-detailed, while others criticize them as subpar or glitchy. Overall, the consensus leans towards the graphics being a strong point of the game, enhancing the gameplay experience, despite some complaints about performance issues and the need for improvements.
- “The graphics are outstanding, the story is intriguing, and the controls are good.”
- “The graphics are superb.”
- “Stunningly good graphics and tons to do in this title!”
- “The graphics are less than decent even on the highest settings, and the gameplay does not warrant the amount of money you must spend to have any fun.”
- “Graphics are horrible and need fixing too; the game feels like being back in the 70s now.”
- “Game is okay, but graphics are pathetic... no full-screen experience and it lags a lot.”
story
264 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
42%
2%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its intriguing narrative and strong connection to the Pirates of the Caribbean films. While the graphics and character portrayals are praised, some users find the storyline repetitive or lacking depth, particularly as they progress. Overall, the game offers an engaging storyline that keeps players entertained, though some feel it could benefit from more interactive elements and less reliance on in-game purchases to advance.
- “The graphics are outstanding, the story is intriguing, and the controls are good.”
- “Great game love the graphics and the story.”
- “Awesome storyline with a great mix of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie(s) and characters.”
- “The story line is definitely cheesy as heck, and kind of doesn't make much sense, since they don't exactly match the movies that well.”
- “A story mode that you can't change your own course; you just need to follow instructions.”
- “The game is fun to play, but I can't even understand the story.”
stability
137 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of crashes, freezes, and glitches that render it nearly unplayable. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to maintain performance, especially after updates, leading to lost progress and resources. While some users note occasional fun gameplay, the overwhelming consensus is that the game suffers from severe stability issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Love the gameplay, smooth, no glitches so far.”
- “No glitches, and you get the black pearl!”
- “Game gets a little glitchy at times, but overall runs great and is a lot of fun.”
- “The game is good, but mine has been really buggy and will crash on me for no reason and close out without me even doing anything.”
- “Every time I log on, it freezes instantly or crashes.”
- “Game freezes and then shuts down a lot.”
gameplay
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
42%
5%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its simplicity and mechanics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, unbalanced, and heavily reliant on pay-to-win elements. Many appreciate the graphics and storyline, but technical issues and a toxic player base detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the gameplay engaging and addictive, others feel it lacks depth and variety, leading to frustration over time.
- “I usually don't play games like this, but the simple mechanics of this one got me really into it.”
- “The graphics are great, the gameplay is simple but fun, and there's a separate storyline to keep you entertained when the main one gets boring.”
- “Great gameplay and story line.”
- “The graphics are less than decent even on the highest settings, and the gameplay does not warrant the amount of money you must spend to have any fun.”
- “There is no balance in gameplay.”
- “Blatant cash mongering and soulless gameplay.”
monetization
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to excessive in-app purchases and intrusive advertisements. Users report frequent glitches and crashes related to ads, as well as a significant increase in costs for upgrades at higher levels, making it difficult to progress without spending money. While some players appreciate optional ad rewards, the overall sentiment is that the monetization strategy detracts from the gameplay experience.
- “Fairly priced deals on in-app purchases, great graphics, no problem with customer services... this is so fun even to let the game run just to listen to the music and look at your dock.”
- “I love this game there's no ads and the graphics are the best.”
- “No lag, no ads.”
- “Run, don't walk from this game. Everything seems okay until you hit your 20s in level building, then everything turns five times more expensive all of a sudden and the loot doesn't. It goes to double the five times at level 25 as you have to 'double upgrade.' Total cash grab once you hit upper levels; don't waste your time.”
- “Game is nothing but a cash grab from buying loot boxes for chances to get the item that you want. The free daily events are too hard to complete if you don't buy the necessary items, and good luck if you try to play for free and go into a server where there is someone that is spending thousands of dollars a week on here.”
- “This game is horrible; all they want is for you to buy in-game purchases.”
grinding
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and frustrating, particularly for players with limited time due to real-life commitments. Many users find the resource farming system unbalanced and overly time-consuming, leading to a lack of enjoyment and engagement, especially when faced with aggressive players exploiting weaker ones. While some players appreciate the grind as part of the gameplay experience, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a significant drawback that detracts from the game's potential fun.
- “Too tedious for someone who has a job and activities in real life, and not worth it!”
- “With that aspect as well as the endless grind for resources, the game comes to a grinding halt.”
- “The resources are a bit boring due to having to spend a lot more than you can get, so it is a bit tedious waiting a couple of days sometimes to get the correct amount of resources to continue.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with many players expressing a desire for the inclusion of iconic tracks from the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies. While some enjoy the existing music and find it engaging, others feel it lacks the memorable themes that could enhance the overall experience. Overall, players appreciate the sound effects and background music but urge for more variety and movie-related content.
- “This game has good music and it's doing a great job at becoming addicting and fun.”
- “I love this game; it has great graphics and great music, a great storyline, good player interaction, and good sound effects.”
- “Music and effects are awesome and so is grinding it out to achieve goals.”
- “It lacks the iconic theme song, but the writing for the characters is on point; the story kept me sticking around longer than I thought it would.”
- “Could you put in the soundtracks from the movies?”
- “Background music should be from the movie.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the funny characters and amusing interactions, particularly with iconic figures like Captain Jack Sparrow. Many find the comedic elements engaging and entertaining, although some express frustration with gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
- “The alliance option/chat is also very cool, and there's funny stuff too.”
- “Pretty fun game, great way to kill time, funny characters, fun to play.”
- “Its so much fun always funny to mess with the pirates and hunt down monsters.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting subpar performance and cluttered visuals, while others note significant improvements and overall good gameplay. Despite some concerns about monetization, many players appreciate the enhanced performance and reduced errors.
- “They have improved the game performance, and there are a lot fewer errors.”
- “Outstanding performance.”
- “Very good gameplay but kinda complex, good artwork, good performance.”
- “The performance is subpar; the graphics are decent, but there's always too much nonsense on the screen and nothing is labeled properly.”
- “I've paid money to play this game and expect better and more reliable performance!”
- “I am overall enjoying my time, but I am very wary of the monetization and performance.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its intoxicating and immersive qualities, creating a family-friendly environment reminiscent of the adventurous spirit found in tales like that of the Scurvy Crew from the Black Pearl. Overall, it successfully captures a vibrant and engaging ambiance that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Paying tribute to the developers, I must say that they created a truly intoxicating atmosphere.”
- “A good all-around game set in a family-friendly atmosphere, reminiscent of the scurvy crew of the Black Pearl.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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150%
Users express skepticism about the game's replayability, citing a lack of enjoyment and a focus on monetization that detracts from the overall experience. Many feel that it does not offer enough engaging content to warrant repeated play.
- “I'm not sure about the replay value.”
- “The game lacks incentives to play through again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to return.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of frustration and emotional investment in the game, highlighting issues with subscription rewards that have not been resolved despite significant financial commitment. The emotional tone shifts from disappointment over customer service to appreciation for the game's engaging and wholesome qualities.
- “Engaging, wholesome and authentic.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The character development in the game is generally praised, with users highlighting its depth and effectiveness in enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The character development in this game is exceptional, allowing players to truly connect with the characters and their journeys.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their growth feel organic and impactful.”
- “The depth of each character's backstory and their personal growth throughout the game adds a rich layer to the overall experience.”