Prime World

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Prime World is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Nival and was released on March 30, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

Prime World is an RPG/MOBA hybrid where players engage in tactical session battles while managing and upgrading their own castles. The game offers diverse modes, intricate hero development, and skill combinations to outsmart opponents. Control of the powerful resource Prime drives the ongoing conflict between lords seeking world domination.

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47%

Audience ScoreBased on 829 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

grinding21 negative mentions

Unique talent system allows for diverse hero customization and playstyles.
Castle building adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, providing resource management elements.
Visually appealing graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics.

Severe matchmaking issues lead to unbalanced games and long queue times.
Overwhelming presence of Russian players creates a language barrier and toxic environment.
Pay-to-win mechanics hinder fair competition and progression for free-to-play users.

gameplay
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
62%
11%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it addictive and enjoyable, while others criticize it for being clunky and heavily reliant on pay-to-win mechanics. Many users appreciate the unique mechanics and diverse heroes, but express frustration over matchmaking issues, slow pacing, and a lack of balance, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its potential, the game struggles with community engagement and customer support, leading to a perception of it being uncompetitive and uninviting for serious players.
- “This is a made-in-Russia gem, and let's not forget that they know how to make games highly accurate, without bugs, and full of addictive, dripping honey gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is great... the heroes are diverse and interesting in their own rights.”
- “Fun to play, and offers fresh mechanics to the generic world of MOBA.”
- “Gameplay is clunky as hell too.”
- “The gameplay wasn't entertaining enough to keep me interested for more than a few hours; once I learned what the differences were between this and League of Legends/Dota 2, I quickly started to dislike the game.”
- “To sum up what I said above, this game is highly unrewarding and lacks any form of strategy as you pick your character before you even get matched, and PvP doesn't feel interesting but rather locked or rails along with questionable mechanics that make little to no sense.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
37%
21%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as decent to beautiful, particularly in comparison to other MOBAs, while others criticize the lack of customization options and performance issues. Many users note that while the graphics are appealing, they do not compensate for gameplay shortcomings, and some express frustration with technical problems that hinder the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point, but not enough to elevate the game beyond its flaws.
- “Graphically, it's well polished and manages to put its own slant on the MOBA genre.”
- “The game is beautiful even on my old rig on low graphics.”
- “I love the graphics and the characters are unique.”
- “Graphics 5/10”
- “Sound and graphics are not great.”
- “Unplayable even on low graphic settings.”
story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
73%
9%
The game's story aspect is described as minimal and often frustrating, with players encountering repetitive missions and a lack of engaging narrative. While there are elements like quests and a castle-building mechanic that hint at a deeper storyline, many users find the execution lacking, particularly due to matchmaking issues that hinder progression. Overall, the storyline is considered laughable and serves more as a backdrop to the multiplayer experience rather than a compelling narrative.
- “Nival (developer) had some great ideas for integrating things like a permanent player-built castle and single-player missions into its multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA).”
- “This is a strange blend of your typical kingdom-building game, with nice missions you see in Warcraft 3, as well as a MOBA style versus mode.”
- “The thing is, I love story-based games and I love campaigns.”
- “The storyline is laughable and pointless.”
- “Well, I tried to play this game but in the first 2 minutes it asks you to fight the 'first strike' mission and it puts you in a queue, and you wait, and the queue stops and it does nothing.”
- “You can't progress with missions until you do a 5v5 one, and yeah, you never get into a game.”
grinding
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
5%
91%
Players consistently describe the grinding aspect of the game as excessively time-consuming and tedious, often requiring significant investment to unlock upgrades, talents, and items. Many feel that the grind is compounded by a lack of meaningful progression and the necessity of teamwork, leading to frustration with matchmaking and the overall experience. While some players find the talent farming addictive, the general sentiment leans towards the grind being a major drawback, especially for those seeking a smoother entry into the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Just the upgrades took easily 100 hours of grinding in long queues as not everybody played other game modes (for example PvE).”
- “The grind element can be a bit tedious early on, when you're still trying to gear up, leading to some matches where you're just going to be out-scaled no matter what you do.”
- “Very grindy building system.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with updates and systems designed primarily to encourage spending rather than enhance gameplay. Players feel that the focus on monetization undermines the overall experience, making the game feel more like a financial exploitation than a balanced competitive environment.
- “The developers have been transparent about the monetization model, which revolves around enhancing power and abilities, showcasing their talent and quality in the game's design.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization system is not overly aggressive and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “The in-game purchases are well-balanced, providing meaningful options for players who want to enhance their experience without making it a pay-to-win scenario.”
- “Honestly, this game seems to really just be one big cash grab anymore, to be honest.”
- “The equipment/talents system is very interesting, but sadly it is just another cash grab.”
- “Beyond the obvious cash grab monetization setup, the gameplay itself is terrible.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The game's music has received positive feedback for its quality and appeal, with some players enjoying it enough to listen while navigating menus. However, there are criticisms regarding the overall pacing of the game, suggesting that while the music is great, it does not compensate for the lack of engaging gameplay.
- “I like the game's music and I kind of like its system so far too.”
- “It's a pretty game; the music is great.”
- “The gameplay is just the same old song and dance, in a different key.”
- “The game itself lacks pace and music; in other MOBA games, you do not feel like falling asleep after 10 minutes have passed.”
- “You can just sit at the menu and listen to the music.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent glitches, including tutorial issues and screen freezes that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over these bugs, which hinder their overall experience and enjoyment of the game. Despite its potential, substantial improvements are needed to address these stability issues.
- “The game seems like it could be good, but the tutorial glitches out for Steam users, leaving them unable to play the game.”
- “There is a glitch with the screen where everything freezes and the health bars go everywhere, preventing me from enjoying the game and seeing the action.”
- “The game used through Nival's official site/server freezes up and you get dropped from battles.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game boasts high replayability, rated 8.5/10, due to its diverse characters and classes, which offer unique talent builds that significantly alter gameplay. Each playthrough feels fresh as players can experiment with different builds, ensuring a varied experience every time.
- “The talent builds you get at the start for each hero are playable.”
- “Replayability 8.5/10 - the game's different characters and classes vary so much that every time it's something different. Each person brings a unique build to the table, making every experience fresh and exciting.”
- “The talent builds you get at the start for each hero are playable, but they don't offer enough variety to keep me coming back.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game since the outcomes don't change significantly.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in gameplay makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its well-designed maps and engaging gameplay style, which is easy to learn and play. The PvE challenge maps contribute to a relaxed environment, allowing players to familiarize themselves with their classes before facing tougher challenges.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with a very good map design that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The PvE challenge maps create a more relaxed atmosphere, allowing players to learn how a class works before diving into more intense gameplay.”
- “The game's atmosphere is complemented by a nice style of gameplay that is easy to learn and play.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The humor in the game is largely perceived as lacking, with some players finding it unfunny and a waste of time, while others sarcastically note the game's removal from the store amidst complaints about its pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, the comedic elements do not resonate well with the audience.
- “Whatever the case, it's not funny and I won't be wasting any more of my time.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported issues with optimization, particularly regarding system performance, as evidenced by in-game warnings about disconnections due to low performance. The game's matchmaking system currently prioritizes player wins, which may not adequately account for varying system capabilities.
- “A simple in-game example of a warning would be: 'You have been disconnected due to your system's low performance.'”
- “Right now, the game is set to match you up based on your performance, specifically your wins.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express that the emotional aspect of the game is heavily influenced by negative interactions, such as trolling, offensive language, and poor teamwork, leading to feelings of anger and frustration.