Random Dice: Defense Game Cover

Random Dice: Defense is a real-time strategy game with humorous elements and splendid mechanics, but it can be buggy and is disturbed by frequent ads. The game features grinding and has a worldwide PvP match system. Despite its flaws, the game's perfect music and addictive gameplay make it worth checking out.

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  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet

Reviews

64%
Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
gameplay289 positive mentions
monetization664 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and addictive, with a unique blend of strategy and randomness.
  • There are no forced ads, and players can choose to watch ads for additional rewards.
  • The developers are responsive to player feedback and regularly update the game with new content.
  • The game frequently crashes, especially during loading screens and after matches.
  • Matchmaking can be unbalanced, often pairing lower-level players with much higher-ranked opponents.
  • The pay-to-win aspect is prominent, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress without spending money.
  • monetization834 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads, as they are mostly optional and only appear when players choose to watch them for rewards. However, there are complaints about the high cost of in-app purchases and the reliance on ads to access additional gameplay features, particularly in co-op mode, which can feel limiting. Overall, while the game is not considered pay-to-win, the monetization approach has drawn mixed reactions, with some players feeling it leans towards being a cash grab.

    • “I love that there are no ads and you can enjoy the game without being forced to pay for things.”
    • “The game is really good and there's no ads if you don't want them.”
    • “This game is a blast to play, there are in-app purchases but you don't actually need them for the game to be playable and fun, which is refreshing.”
    • “The game is fun but none of the ads ever want to play.”
    • “It's become nothing but a cash grab.”
    • “You have to watch a ton of ads to get 'free dice' yet you're in co-op and it constantly disconnects.”
  • gameplay593 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, strategic depth, and engaging variety of modes, making it addictive for many players. However, issues such as frequent crashes, unbalanced matchmaking, and a heavy reliance on pay-to-win mechanics detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a unique twist on tower defense with its dice mechanics, the randomness can lead to frustrating moments, especially for free-to-play users trying to compete against those who spend money.

    • “The mechanics work really well and the tactics are creative, allowing for many unique combinations.”
    • “Gameplay is fun and really RNG-based, but obviously without the strongest builds, the bosses will rank down or destroy your deck.”
    • “The gameplay is surprisingly good for a mobile game and it hardly ever gets boring.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics in this game are a disaster.”
    • “The overall gameplay loop and loose strategy based around whatever random dice you get from your deck is very fun, but losing a match because the other guy has objectively better dice than you because he bought a bunch of loot boxes is a very aggravating experience that happens far more often than it should.”
    • “Gameplay is too long for the quality of decisions you have.”
  • graphics332 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over recent updates that have made the visuals appear more childish and cartoonish, detracting from the game's original aesthetic. While some users appreciate the new art style and find it engaging, a significant number are calling for the option to revert to the previous graphics, citing issues with readability and overall appeal. Overall, the consensus indicates that the graphics have taken a step backward, impacting the enjoyment of the game for many long-time players.

    • “I love the aesthetics.”
    • “The graphics are really clean and pleasing.”
    • “The gameplay overall is really good and graphics are awesome but for not 5 stars because for some reason you have to exit the dice after each upgrade to upgrade again.”
    • “Since the 1st anniversary update, the graphics are like they were created for kids.”
    • “The new graphics look like they were designed by a child, making it difficult to see dice colors and dot counts.”
    • “The graphics change is pathetic and it hurts my eyes; it looks silly as if a child drew it.”
  • stability238 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues during loading screens, in-game purchases, and while opening chests, leading to a frustrating experience. Although some updates have aimed to address these problems, the overall consensus is that the game remains highly unstable and often unplayable.

    • “No ads, and no glitches ever.”
    • “I like it so much because it has absolutely no glitches!”
    • “No glitches; I just didn't see the point in playing when in rank 1 I'm getting matched up against players who have 0 basic dice and full legendaries.”
    • “Literally unplayable right now due to continual crashing after sign in. Edit: finally got in game, it continues crashing on loading screens and the main screen glitches in a way that makes the game unplayable and you can't exit the game while it's glitching.”
    • “The game freezes on you often and when you purchase a premium item, the game will freeze while the transaction goes through.”
    • “After the latest update, so many glitches and a very unstable app.”
  • grinding181 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many noting that while it can be enjoyable and rewarding, it often feels excessively tedious and time-consuming, especially for free-to-play users. Players express frustration over the high costs associated with obtaining legendary dice and the slow progression without spending money, leading to a perception of a pay-to-win environment. Despite these challenges, some players appreciate the grind as part of the game's strategy and find it satisfying when they do achieve progress.

    • “Not too grindy and very generous developers.”
    • “I would love to get back to grinding, and maybe even spending more money.”
    • “This game gets boring and grinding real quick.”
    • “Unless you want to spend 8 hours a day for the next 7 years grinding for an abysmal amount of materials, or drop thousands of dollars a month just to have almost functional towers, don't play it.”
    • “The majority of dice in the game is utterly useless; the game requires way too much grinding for what little you are getting.”
  • story147 mentions

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, with many players expressing a desire for a dedicated story mode or campaign to enhance engagement. Frequent bugs and changes to quest objectives have led to frustration, as players report quests resetting or becoming unachievable, detracting from the overall experience. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of a structured narrative and the chaotic nature of the quest system leave many feeling that the game lacks a meaningful storyline.

    • “I would love a single player story mode like option so people can play while they don't have power or internet.”
    • “It's amazing, I really mean it. I just wish there was a story mode, but other than that, it's the best mobile game I've ever played.”
    • “Overall great game but needs more battle modes like a storyline adventure with increasing difficulty along the way, like an elite boss chest every 50 levels and lower for every 25 and 10 levels. It would add more fun to the game.”
    • “The quests are super buggy now; like many said before, the quests don't progress after playing, and some quests just change after looking at them again.”
    • “There is no storyline or main game, only PvP, and it's not explained.”
    • “The new update is awful, and some of the quests do not even work anymore.”
  • music69 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy and well-composed, enhancing the overall experience. However, many users report significant issues, such as the game crashing their music apps and resetting the in-game music volume, which detracts from their enjoyment. Despite these technical problems, the soundtrack remains a highlight for many players, with requests for more music options and better audio controls.

    • “Animations are suitable, sounds are fine, the music is dynamic, depending on which boss you get it changes, and it's well composed.”
    • “Hand down I have to say the music in this game is dope, it's all original and super good, it's super fun and very rewarding!”
    • “The music in the game is incredibly enchanting.”
    • “The game crashes whenever I attempt to play it, and the only good part about it is the music, and that also sucks considering it's repetitive.”
    • “Every time I start up a game, my music gets turned off and it won't let me listen to music while I'm playing.”
    • “No matter how many times I turn off the game music, reloading the game or starting a round resets the music to its default volume.”
  • optimization27 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users noting performance issues, particularly on older devices, leading to lag and battery drain. While some players report that the game runs smoothly and enjoy frequent updates that address bugs, others express frustration over the need for further optimization and the impact on device performance. Overall, while there are improvements, significant optimization challenges remain, especially for users with less powerful hardware.

    • “Overall, the game is enjoyable to play, it runs smoothly most of the time and has frequent updates to fix bugs and stability issues. Often, the updates include new features such as new dice or bosses.”
    • “Edit: 05/20/21 majority, if not all, of the performance issues have been fixed.”
    • “Easy 5 stars as well as constant updates to address any bug or performance issues!”
    • “Not a bad game, but runs slowly for such a simple concept.”
    • “The game needs to be optimized if they want people with older phones (I have an Android 7) as the current game is very laggy.”
    • “Poorly optimized game.”
  • humor18 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted through its funny emoticons and the absurdity of certain gameplay mechanics, such as the restrictions imposed by updates and the "pay-to-win" dynamics that players find amusing. Many users enjoy the comedic aspects of the game, including the interactions with opponents and the irony of the game's design choices, despite expressing frustration over issues like disconnections and support delays. Overall, while the humor adds to the entertainment value, it is often intertwined with critiques of the game's monetization strategies.

    • “The overall game and design was great, the emoticons were funny, and the dice were easy to find and easily distinguishable.”
    • “I love this game, it doesn't require tons of skill and you can send funny emotes to your partner/enemy.”
    • “Great development, brilliant game, funny and entertaining emoticons 10/10, magnificent, try it! 😉”
  • replayability11 mentions

    Overall, the game offers significant replayability, with many players enjoying its casual play style and competitive elements. However, some users note that once a decent dice set is achieved, the gameplay can become repetitive, and difficulty imbalances may hinder long-term engagement. Frequent updates and the ability to create infinite decks contribute positively to its replay value.

    • “Ad free, with a fresh and replayable format while still maintaining a casual play style.”
    • “Well balanced, no pay to win, and constantly replayable due to the frequent updates and infinite usable decks to create.”
    • “I play this game every day; honestly, the randomness is refreshing and makes replayability fun.”
    • “After spending maybe 20 hours in the game, it has a lot of replay value, but the imbalance or discoordination of some dice with others makes it nearly impossible to render a viable array of offense and defense to gain a higher tier.”
    • “Lower the difficulty for level 30, and the game will become much more playable for the long term.”
    • “PVP offers lots of replay value, not just set levels.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    Users express a mix of emotional experiences with the game, highlighting both uplifting moments and frustrations. While some find solace and joy in the game's music and community support, others feel disheartened by negative interactions and disappointing loot outcomes. Overall, the game evokes a strong emotional response, ranging from heartwarming to heartbreaking.

    • “Other times, it does not loot chests are often heartbreaking for rewards, but every once in a while there's that one loot chest that makes your day.”
    • “I've been grinding the game for months and this is heartbreaking.”
    • “Put you call me in a relaxing app; no, that's the sound effects and music. It's so wholesome by the emotes and helping other players. This probably deserves more than just five stars.”
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Play time

53hMedian play time
84hAverage play time
5-200hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 18 analyzed playthroughs

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