QuestLord

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QuestLord is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Lava Level and was released on February 8, 2013. It received positive reviews from players.

QuestLord is a retro-style, mobile dungeon crawler where players embark on an epic quest to save the Shattered Realm. The game features a rich story, hundreds of NPCs, and numerous enemies to encounter across many locations. A random dungeon quick game mode is also available for instant adventure with a pre-generated character.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 406 reviews

story11 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

QuestLord offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers, with engaging gameplay and a vast world to explore.
The game features smooth controls and a charming retro aesthetic, making it easy to pick up and play on mobile devices.
Players appreciate the depth of exploration and character development, along with the absence of in-app purchases, providing a satisfying RPG experience.

The game suffers from various bugs, including game-breaking crashes and issues with saving progress, which can lead to frustrating experiences for players.
Some players find the combat mechanics too simplistic and repetitive, lacking the depth and strategy found in other RPGs.
Navigation can be confusing due to the lack of a mini-map or clear directions, making it easy to get lost in the expansive game world.

story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
67%
7%
The story in the game is generally described as serviceable and somewhat generic, typical of high fantasy RPGs, with a nostalgic old-school charm. While some players appreciate the humor and character development, others note issues with quest progression and glitches that hinder gameplay. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable but lacks depth, serving primarily as a backdrop for exploration and gameplay rather than a compelling driving force.
- “The story, humor, game balance, and secrets are well thought through.”
- “Great gameplay and storyline.”
- “The graphics are 2D sprites in a 3D world, and the story is what you'd expect of a high fantasy RPG.”
- “Everything from the visuals and gameplay to sounds and story all create a world that feels like a 30-year-old game.”
- “While the story is serviceable, it is not deep by any stretch.”
- “This is the same kind of game but sadly doesn't come close to the level of detail in environments, abilities, monsters, or storyline.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
55%
8%
The graphics of the game are predominantly retro, featuring pixelated 2D sprites in a 3D environment that evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of late 80s to early 90s titles. While some players appreciate the charming old-school aesthetic, others find the visuals overly simplistic or blurry, suggesting that the graphics may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the design choice aligns with the game's thematic structure, providing a unique experience that prioritizes gameplay over cutting-edge visuals.
- “Beautiful graphics, surreal humor, and some great missions.”
- “The graphics are 2D sprites in a 3D world, and the story is what you'd expect of a high fantasy RPG.”
- “It's may not use a state-of-the-art 3D engine, but its visuals are delightful, expressive, and varied.”
- “Everything from the visuals and gameplay to sounds and story creates a world that feels like a 30-year-old game.”
- “Graphics are roughly late 80's to early 90's quality, on par with early Might and Magic games.”
- “The graphics look terrible on a tablet.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
20%
12%
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of streamlined mechanics and engaging RPG elements, offering a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic titles. Players appreciate the simple yet addictive gameplay loop of exploration, combat, and upgrades, although some note challenges with difficulty and interface design. Overall, the game is praised for its smooth controls, immersive combat mechanics, and rich world, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “It's a simple free RPG with a large world, many types of enemies, armor, weapons, spells, some fun easter eggs, and hours of gameplay.”
- “The controls are intuitive, the pixel art is phenomenal, and the gameplay is solid.”
- “This game has very smooth gameplay and keeps you engaged in playing it.”
- “The game suffers from an unintuitive interface design and some poor game mechanics.”
- “Clunky UI and generally confusing gameplay.”
- “Everything from the visuals and gameplay to sounds and story creates a world that feels like a 30-year-old game.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
91%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting issues such as freezing during gameplay, particularly after character selection and during key battles. While some players note that frequent saves mitigate the impact of these freezes, others experience significant problems, including corrupted save files and glitches that hinder progress. Overall, the game exhibits a mix of performance, with some devices running smoothly while others face persistent stability issues.
- “Runs great on Samsung Galaxy Note 2.”
- “If you lose a quest item or it glitches, gates sometimes lock and save files seem to corrupt on Elf Island; you lose everything.”
- “Galaxy S7, freezes after character selection on the 'floppy' icon.”
- “However, implementation is buggy; it freezes occasionally, sometimes with sprite glitches ending in a crash.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game's music has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack and its alignment with the game's style, many criticize the lack of sound controls, making it impossible to mute the repetitive 8-second loop or play their own music. This limitation detracts from the overall experience for those who prefer a customizable audio environment.
- “The soundtrack and effects are perfect; they capture the essence of the style that Mr. Kinkead was going for as far as I can tell.”
- “It has a great soundtrack and addicting gameplay.”
- “First, the ability to play your own soundtrack.”
- “The lack of sound controls or an options menu makes playing your own music during the game impossible. This is almost necessary since the music in the game is an 8-second loop that clips.”
- “I want to listen to my music while I play, but I can't because the repetitive game music is unmutable with no options.”
- “First, the ability to play your own soundtrack is missing.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players appreciate the game's monetization model, favoring a one-time purchase over ads or in-app purchases, which they find enhances the overall experience and value for money.
- “No ads or in-app purchases, and worth every penny.”
- “A fantastic in-app purchase-free RPG experience.”
- “The price isn't too steep, and I prefer the one-time purchase to ads.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging hack-and-slash elements combined with classic CRPG mechanics, creating a satisfying experience. Additionally, the sound design, including background sounds, significantly enhances the overall ambiance, contributing to an immersive environment.
- “The penultimate experience for the player that finds joy in a straightforward first-person RPG based on the same no-frills mechanics that made CRPGs so appealing, but with a hack-and-slash atmosphere that keeps you engaged and satisfied.”
- “Sound is also nice and atmospheric.”
- “I thought the background sounds were great too; they really add to the atmosphere.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, citing excessively rare loot drops and an unbalanced experience curve that necessitates tedious and repetitive grinding to progress and obtain essential equipment. Overall, the consensus is that the grinding detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “The loot drops are way too rare and the experience curve is off; way too much mindless grinding needed to advance.”
- “Level grinding is not enjoyable.”
- “There is too much grinding required to obtain the necessary equipment.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a strong retro experience that enhances its replayability, making it enjoyable to revisit multiple times.
- “Overall, it is a great retro experience with high replay value.”
- “The game offers endless possibilities, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and varied character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features surprisingly robust character development alongside intricate quest systems and detailed maps, which may require some time to fully navigate but enhance the overall experience.
- “It has surprisingly robust character development and quest systems, with maps that take some time getting used to but provide plenty of detail.”