Realm of Alters CCG

About

Realm of Alters CCG is a free-to-play online strategy card game that boasts excellent mechanics and phenomenal visuals. However, it is currently hampered by numerous bugs that take away from the overall experience. Despite its issues, the game provides a solid foundation for a casual, immersive card game experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

52%

Audience ScoreBased on 609 reviews

gameplay23 positive mentions

story6 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and artwork, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay mechanics are interesting and offer a unique take on traditional card games.
The developers are responsive and actively working on updates to improve the game.

The game suffers from frequent disconnections and server issues, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of content, such as a story mode or practice matches, which limits the overall experience.
The tutorial is poorly designed, leaving new players confused about the game mechanics.

gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
56%
7%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its unique mechanics and solid foundation, while others criticize its slow pace, lack of balance, and insufficient tutorial support for newcomers. Players appreciate the artwork and potential of the game, but express frustration over technical issues, limited game modes, and the overall dullness of the gameplay experience. Overall, while the game shows promise, it requires further refinement and balancing to enhance player engagement.
- “I tried a certain number of card games and I found myself in love with this one, the gameplay and the graphics.”
- “The gameplay is simple with a great curve for deep archetypes.”
- “This game actually has a lot of unique gameplay concepts, which is rare in all the card games flooding the market.”
- “The gameplay is very slow.”
- “This game has potential, but in this state, it didn't encourage me enough to come back for this dull gameplay.”
- “Game crashed at tutorial, then it skipped it altogether, which left me clueless about the game mechanics.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
22%
8%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their quality and artistic style, with many users highlighting the beautiful card artwork and visual effects. However, some players noted issues with the user interface and bugs that detracted from the overall experience. While the visuals are generally considered a strong point, there are concerns that the game may prioritize graphics over gameplay mechanics and balance.
- “Btw, the graphics are looking good and I love the art style.”
- “Artworks are absolutely amazing, especially the moving avatar from the home page.”
- “Great job on the visuals though.”
- “They sacrifice quality of gameplay for graphics.”
- “I downloaded it a few days ago and waited till today; updated again after all that just to play this game... the game is disappointing. Graphics and other stuff are average/good but as a whole, kind of disappointing.”
- “Don't bother releasing a game that only focuses on graphics alone.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
70%
20%
The reviews indicate a strong desire for a more developed story mode in the game, with many users expressing frustration over the lack of narrative content and poor translation that complicates understanding. Players feel that a storyline would enhance the overall experience and provide context for the game's mechanics, which are currently overwhelming without a proper tutorial or single-player mode. Overall, the absence of a compelling story is seen as a significant drawback, with many hoping for future updates to address this issue.
- “I know this is meant to be PvP, but in the beginning, it's a little overwhelming. Looking at all the cards, I wish there was some backstory as to where it all came from.”
- “I feel like a storyline would enhance the overall experience.”
- “While the game looks good, there's no real story.”
- “Tried to love the story mode too, however, I think there are too many mistakes in the story translation, making it a bit confusing to understand and less enjoyable.”
- “There is no story/single player mode, so everything is online and requires you to play in matches to level up or get coins to purchase more cards. You start with only one specific deck, so I feel like the matches I do get into will only have people playing the same cards as me.”
- “No story mode, who gets an interlude on how the mechanics and cards work, and you get instantly thrown into PvP, with no other mode available.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, bugs, and connectivity issues that hinder gameplay. Many players feel the game was released prematurely, citing a lack of polish and ongoing technical problems. While some note that stability is gradually improving, the overall consensus is that significant fixes are needed for a smoother experience.
- “The game freezes frequently.”
- “Don't bother with this game; the devs have no clue what they are doing. I played it when it first launched and got to do the tutorial, but when I tried to play a match, the game would black screen. I did an update, and then it kept saying I am not in an environment with internet when I am. Now I just tried to play the game, and as soon as I launch it, it freezes.”
- “Oh my god, I am going to have to uninstall the game because I cannot enjoy it. The glitches and network issues are just freezing; it's annoying. Until this game is smooth, playable, and most importantly enjoyable, my star rating will not increase.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the selection and quality, although some have noted issues with the opening track and technical problems that affect gameplay, such as repeated background music during loading screens. Overall, while the music enhances the game's atmosphere, there are concerns about its integration with the game's functionality.
- “It's a lovely game; I love the art, animation, and music.”
- “The music selection is nice as well.”
- “Don't have a game, but at least the music sounds good :)”
- “I found the opening music kind of off track, I don't know.”
- “After updating, it only shows the title screen and background music; it did nothing.”
- “Apparently after queue match, the game just shows a blank screen with music.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism, with players feeling misled by advertisements promising free rewards that do not align with the actual gameplay experience. Additionally, the game's confusing UI and lack of player engagement have contributed to a perception of it being uninteresting and similar to other card games, raising concerns about its long-term viability.
- “Ads said free '10x pack install now'.”
- “The game itself is boring, just like many other card games. Beware if you see this game's ads; if you believe them, you'll end up disappointed like I did.”
- “The only downside is the game is really confusing, maybe because it's new and only some people play it. The UI is a bit messy and confusing too.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that while they are willing to grind for rewards, the process is excessively time-consuming and often feels unrewarding due to the high costs and randomness involved in obtaining desirable items.
- “Nice game, but the biggest issue is grinding. I have no problem with grinding for packs, but it takes too long.”
- “The cards are expensive, and grinding is a hassle... every time you roll for a random card, you get a legendary card that costs a fortune. If you play for a year, you might be really lucky.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is likened to that of Hearthstone, suggesting a lighthearted and entertaining tone that resonates well with players. Overall, it is perceived as a funny game that adds to the enjoyment of the experience.
- “This game is hilarious, reminiscent of Hearthstone's humor.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and funny scenarios.”