Reaper
- September 23, 2013
- HEXAGE
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Reaper" is an epic action RPG set in a magical world filled with monsters. As the Black Swordsman, players can take various quests, level up their character with customizable skills, and equip hundreds of weapons and armor. The game offers Game Center leaderboards, iCloud synchronization, and supports MFi game controllers.
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Reviews
- story1,512 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and emotional narrative, with many players appreciating the depth and character development throughout the gameplay. However, several reviews express disappointment over the story's brevity and the necessity to pay for additional content, leading to a sense of an unfinished experience. While the storyline is often described as captivating and well-crafted, players desire more choices that impact the plot and a continuation of the story beyond the initial completion.
“The story is amazing, the gameplay is simple and fun, and the plotline is really cool.”
“I love the story so much and how the world and other groups are affected by what goes on.”
“The storyline is captivating and immersive, with a good balance of fun and challenge.”
“Late in the game and story, it begins to become a chore to play.”
“The story is alright, with a couple of decisions you can make along the way, but it has a habit of ending plotlines on downer notes, which can make kind decisions feel meaningless.”
“The game ends rather quickly and has a very linear storyline, and so there's no replayability to it.”
- graphics887 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals, unique art style, and smooth animations, making it visually appealing on mobile devices. Many users highlight the game's vibrant colors and detailed artwork, which enhance the overall gaming experience. However, some reviews mention that while the graphics are impressive, the gameplay can become repetitive, and there are concerns about the controls and the necessity of in-app purchases to access full content.
“The graphics are amazing and the storyline is unique.”
“The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is really enjoyable and smooth.”
“The graphics are beautiful, the sound is amazing, the combat feels and looks amazing, and it only costs the price of a subway sandwich.”
“The base game is extremely repetitive, with choppy animations, ugly graphics (which I hate with a passion), and unrewarding gameplay.”
“Pathetic controls and slow although graphics are good but controls are just not good.”
“This app is so bad it doesn't even have proper graphics.”
- gameplay675 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smoothness, engaging mechanics, and simple controls, making it accessible and enjoyable for players. However, some users noted issues with repetitiveness, awkward controls, and a paywall that limits access to further content, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, many players find the combination of compelling storylines, beautiful graphics, and addictive gameplay to be a significant draw.
“Smooth gameplay, simple controls, and a boatload of slashing and slicing enemies!”
“The gameplay itself has a nice story along with addicting combat sessions with easy-to-learn controls.”
“The gameplay is fun and increasingly challenging as you get to level up your character and find cool new equipment.”
“However, the animation is bland, the combat is quite boring, the controls are poorly thought out and many basic mechanics like currency drops are made with little to no thought of quality of life.”
“The gameplay gets a bit repetitive but the story is interesting enough to keep me hooked.”
“Gameplay is clumsy and mundane, and the stages manage to be both boring and cluttered at the same time.”
- humor116 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players highlighting its clever and often hilarious dialogue, engaging characters, and a mix of dark and light-hearted comedic elements. Reviewers appreciate the witty writing and the ability to make choices that enhance the humor, contributing to an entertaining and immersive experience. While some found the humor occasionally forced, the overall consensus is that it adds significant charm and enjoyment to the gameplay.
“The dialogue is well written and often hilarious.”
“The quests are funny and you can be mean in some dialog exchanges, giving you more depth in the game.”
“The story is entertaining without boring me to death and the humor is witty and refreshing.”
“The reliance on projectiles to make the game hard is cheap and not funny.”
- music116 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its atmospheric quality and memorable soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, some users express disappointment with the battle music, suggesting it does not fit the game's atmosphere and calling for more variety. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, there are calls for improvements and diversification in the soundtrack.
“The music fits perfectly with the gameplay, graphics are good, the story is good.”
“Soundtrack is absolutely amazing.”
“The art is astounding, the music is game-appropriate and enthralling, the story... the story is fantastic.”
“Battle music is awful.”
“However, the music that plays during combat is not great; it doesn't really feed the atmosphere.”
“The music, enemies, and levels are all very repetitive.”
- monetization110 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 41 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received mixed feedback from users. Many appreciate the absence of ads and the straightforward one-time purchase to unlock the full game, which contrasts with the prevalent microtransaction models in mobile gaming. However, some players express frustration over reaching a level cap that requires additional payment to progress, suggesting that a free-to-play model with optional ads might have been more favorable. Overall, while the game is praised for its gameplay and lack of intrusive monetization, there are calls for a more flexible approach to accessing content.
“Incredible game with a generous monetization scheme.”
“There is no ads, no pay-to-win, and no endless grinding, just a fixed fee purchase to unlock the full game after level 10.”
“Great gameplay, beautiful graphics, and finally a developer who knows how to use in-app purchases sensibly.”
“I was having a lot of fun but then I hit a stupid level cap which you have to pay to get rid of. I know that the creators need money, but having a purchase like that really infuriates me. An in-app purchase should be something that is on the side, not just something you have in the first half and then something you need to pay for in the second half.”
“Baits you with a cool game then hits you with a level cap that can only be bypassed by in-app purchases.”
“I love it, love it, love it, but I don't have money to put in the game since I'm a teen with no card. Why not make it a way to choose to watch advertisements to pay for the full version, like 20 videos to watch before unlocking the full version?”
- replayability29 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag among users; while many praise its enjoyable gameplay and story, noting significant replay value and the desire for additional content, others criticize it for lacking depth and variety after completing the main storyline. Some players express a wish for features like multiple game profiles or additional quests to enhance replayability. Overall, opinions vary, with some finding it highly replayable and others feeling it falls short in this aspect.
“Replayability is excellent.”
“Great game, lots of fun and seems like it has a lot of replayability, definitely worth paying for.”
“This is my all-time favorite mobile game; its story is interesting and decently long. It definitely has replay value, and the controls aren't that hard to figure out.”
“Repeatative and no replayability.”
“The gameplay is fun and unique, but once you beat the storyline mode, it has almost no replay value.”
“My only problem with this game is that it doesn't have much replayability.”
- grinding28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- -7 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game, noting that while some players find it tedious and repetitive, others appreciate the challenge it presents. Many express frustration with the necessity of grinding to progress, especially in midgame and post-boss scenarios, while a few enjoy the gameplay in shorter sessions. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a significant factor that can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
“The gameplay is fun and simple, making the grinding experience enjoyable rather than tedious.”
“The app is designed exceptionally well, enhancing the overall grinding experience.”
“Grinding feels rewarding and engaging, keeping me motivated to progress.”
“You might find yourself stuck in a quest where you have to defeat difficult enemies before you can go anywhere, and unable to progress without endless grinding.”
“The midgame becomes so grindy at the point where enemies accost you at every encounter, and they level up ridiculously fast.”
“After beating the final boss, there's nothing left to do besides the arena, which is pure grinding.”
- emotional26 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players expressing deep connections to the story and characters, often leading to tears during pivotal moments. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke strong feelings through its touching narrative, particularly regarding themes of loss and sacrifice, making it a memorable experience. Despite some technical issues, the overall emotional impact and storytelling are considered exceptional, solidifying the game as a standout in the RPG genre.
“This game is truly a masterpiece amongst the RPG category. I've never played a game this fun and exciting before; the story is so deep and touching. I truly enjoyed playing through the whole game.”
“Awesome game... everyone should give it a try. The storyline is the best of all; I felt so bad when all the characters with whom Reaper has a special relationship died in the end, and he was once again left alone. The ending made me even more emotional.”
“Perfect 10/10 game with a really beautiful storyline that almost made me cry.”
“The story felt tedious and boring, lacking any emotional depth.”
“I found the emotional moments to be forced and unconvincing.”
“The characters' struggles didn't resonate with me at all; it was hard to feel anything.”
- stability24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews on stability are mixed, with some players experiencing occasional lags, freezes, and crashes, particularly on certain devices. While many report improvements after updates and praise the game's smooth performance, others continue to encounter significant issues that detract from their experience. A few users noted that glitches can occur at critical moments, impacting gameplay, but some also reported no problems at all, indicating variability in performance across different devices.
“It's beautifully made, and I love how it handles. I've seen no glitches in it.”
“Very perfectly balanced; the game is not buggy or glitched.”
“No glitches, no bugs, no imperfections.”
“The game completely freezes at times on my Nexus 4.”
“This game crashes and freezes constantly.”
“Every time I try to get past the second bubble of the tutorial, the game either freezes, crashes, or just closes on its own. It looks like a great game, but please fix that if possible.”
- optimization19 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 16 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many users report smooth performance and good graphics on various devices, others highlight issues with frame rates and a lack of optimization for high-end hardware and smaller devices. Frequent updates have improved performance, but some players still feel that further optimization is needed to enhance the experience across all platforms.
“By far one of the best games I've ever played on my phone. It also runs smoothly on my Sony Xperia Z2.”
“The game is very polished and runs smoothly.”
“Great storyline, and it runs smoothly combined with easy controls (no annoying d-pad) and you get an awesome game.”
“Horrific frames and performance.”
“I have a high-end phone and it seems it is not optimized to handle higher-end hardware.”
“Needs to be optimized.”
- character development17 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the game's character design and artistic style, with many noting the engaging storyline. However, there are mixed feelings regarding character development, as some players desire deeper interactions and emotional connections with the characters, while others find the existing development satisfactory. The game is praised for its visual appeal and story progression, but a call for more substantial character development persists among some players.
“The character design is phenomenal and it has an amazing storyline.”
“Interesting storyline and great character development.”
“For someone who enjoys stories and character development more than gameplay, I'd say that this game has interesting and enjoyable stories and characters.”
“I respect the minimalistic design, but some face-to-face interaction would have allowed for some character development.”
“Only thing I could ask for is a little bit more character development.”
“Character development also seems a bit lacking, and I mean creating an attachment to the main character and those that are around him.”
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning graphics and immersive sound design, creating a captivating experience that enhances gameplay. While some critiques mention the combat music as a weak point, the overall ambiance—characterized by a dark yet colorful aesthetic—effectively draws players in and sets it apart from other titles. The combination of compelling storytelling and atmospheric elements contributes to a highly engaging mobile gaming experience.
“What sets this game aside from the rest is the dark atmosphere.”
“The artwork is stunning, the music is nicely atmospheric, and there's a little choose your own adventure element that's very endearing.”
“The music and atmosphere are top notch.”
“However, the music that plays during combat is not great; it doesn't really feed the atmosphere.”
“It backdrops and atmosphere would seem dark but is more colorful than James Cameron's Avatar.”
“And it had something different than other games' atmosphere that got me hooked.”
