Refantasia: Charm and Conquer

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"Refantasia: Charm and Conquer" is a Simulation game that offers a delightful story and good gameplay with amazing visuals and good music. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and annoying ads. In this game, you 'Re'turn to 'fantasia' and begin your conquest in a world of magic and might, promising a hilarious and engaging experience.

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Play Modes

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

Refantasia: Charm and Conquer screenshot

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,155 reviews

story82 positive mentions

monetization39 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and character designs that are visually appealing.
It offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, especially for fans of the genre.
The community is friendly, and there are plenty of events and activities to keep players entertained.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete effectively.
Many characters and outfits are locked behind expensive paywalls, which can be frustrating for players.
There are frequent technical issues, including crashes and lost progress, which detract from the overall experience.

story
161 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
47%
2%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging characters and art style, while others criticize it for being simplistic or generic, often resembling typical isekai tropes. Some players enjoy the depth of certain character arcs and the humor in the narrative, but many express frustration over the frequent pay-to-win mechanics and the lack of meaningful player choices. Overall, while the story can be entertaining and visually appealing, it suffers from pacing issues and a reliance on microtransactions that detracts from the overall experience.
- “So far from what I've played, I have enjoyed the storyline, the characters, the voices, and even what little story choices we get to pick!”
- “The story is fun, the gameplay is easy to follow, and the character designs are breathtaking; suffice to say that it's a game worth playing.”
- “Great graphics and simple gameplay along with an isekai story has got me hooked.”
- “There is practically no story at all, and it is clearly just download bait.”
- “The most generic isekai plot line ever with dialogue so cringey I actually had to stop playing and reevaluate my life choices after 'marrying' the cow lady.”
- “This is a free-to-play, pay-to-win app, with many game gimmicks, sub-par story, and a giant paywall.”
graphics
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
26%
2%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful artwork, engaging character designs, and smooth animations, contributing to an overall enjoyable visual experience. Many players appreciate the art style and find it enhances the gameplay, although some note that the graphics alone do not differentiate it significantly from similar titles. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, making the game visually appealing and immersive.
- “The graphics are amazing, the waifus are gorgeous, and the kids are so damn cute.”
- “Graphics are amazing and a lot of work was put into the art and story and design of this game!”
- “The artwork in this game is breathtakingly beautiful.”
- “Simple time waster with promise of saucy graphics that it does not deliver on.”
- “There are no options to adjust the graphics or system settings; only audio.”
- “The only difference is the generic artwork and storyline.”
gameplay
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
52%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and repetitiveness, often comparing it unfavorably to other games with similar mechanics. While some appreciate the engaging story and character designs, others criticize the lack of depth and strategy, describing it as tedious and overly reliant on resource management. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a weak point, overshadowed by appealing art and voice acting.
- “Gameplay is catchy, dialogues are awesome and character design is just top notch.”
- “The art style is cool, the storyline of the game is fun and the basic gameplay loop is enjoyable enough to keep going.”
- “The voice acting is nice for the consort dialogue, decent leveling system, simple battle mechanics, engaging story that keeps me interested, overall pretty good game!”
- “The gameplay is getting quite repetitive and similar or exactly to another game I played.”
- “The core gameplay loop is boring and cannot be skipped.”
- “It's just frustrating for a game that doesn't have much gameplay besides resource management.”
monetization
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
12%
76%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and in-app purchases, while others criticize the misleading advertisements and the presence of paywalls for certain content. Many users express frustration over the game's reliance on cash-grab events and the questionable nature of its advertising, which often features characters not present in the game. Overall, while some players find the monetization acceptable, others feel it detracts from the overall experience.
- “Over pretty good, and it doesn't bombard you with ads and in-app purchases.”
- “I liked the other game, so I'm leaving my stars and since there are no ads, I feel like you devs did good.”
- “So far no ads which is fantastic.”
- “It's dying and the devs are only adding more monetization events.”
- “Cross events are just a massive cash grab for rich people, you have no chance at getting any decent rewards and it's basically jump on 3 times a day for 30 seconds.”
- “Just a lazy cash grab of a game.”
character development
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
19%
Overall, character development in the game is highlighted by stunning character designs and engaging voice acting, which enhance the gameplay experience. While many players appreciate the aesthetic appeal and the intriguing story, some characters lack depth and fully fleshed-out backgrounds, leaving room for further exploration. The frequent updates and beautiful art scenes contribute positively to the overall impression of character development.
- “Gameplay is catchy, dialogues are awesome, and character design is just top notch.”
- “The story is fun, the gameplay is easy to follow, and the character designs are breathtaking; suffice to say that it's a game worth playing.”
- “Updates are quick, and character designs are decent and animated. Some characters are not fully fleshed out yet, meaning there is still some mystery to who they are, which piques interest.”
- “Attractive character designs, okayish mini games, nothing else here.”
- “So why not go all the way with the character design?”
- “Some characters are not fully fleshed out yet; by that I mean there is still some mystery to who they are (for example, Marlo), as interactions with these characters are limited, which peaks interest.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
17%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the soft and sweet melodies, which contribute to a comforting ambiance, making it enjoyable and even conducive to relaxation. Overall, the music is considered a strong positive aspect, complementing the high-quality art and engaging gameplay.
- “The art is high quality and attractive, the music is appropriate and atmospheric.”
- “I recently broke my leg, so I've been bedridden and I've been just playing this game. It has a lot of things to do, plus the music is very comforting; I fell asleep to it, some of the best sleep I've ever gotten.”
- “The songs that come through are so soft and sweet, and the character art is so good and beautiful.”
- “I recently broke my leg, so I've been bedridden and I've been just playing this game. It has a lot of things to do, plus the music is very comforting; I fell asleep to it. It's some of the best sleep I've ever gotten.”
- “The art is high quality and attractive; the music is appropriate and atmospheric.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the enjoyable art style and quick collect options that alleviate tedium, many criticize the repetitive and slow nature of the grind, with some goals feeling tedious and lacking in reward. The game is particularly suited for those who enjoy long-term grinding, though it is noted to have pay-to-win elements that may detract from the experience. Overall, it offers a blend of fun and frustration in its grinding mechanics.
- “If you're going to make these events a regular 3-day cycle, why make the goals so tedious and require one click for every single reward?”
- “The game is so slow and grindy it will take me over 2 years to earn the next follower.”
- “But the objectives are tedious with little to no reward.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as self-aware and occasionally amusing, with some engaging storylines, particularly in the consort narratives. While the main story is considered weaker, players appreciate the funny references and comedic elements in battle and romantic scenes, contributing to an overall entertaining experience.
- “Has a sense of humor with some battle scenes and romantic scenes.”
- “Interesting and funny references!”
- “It's so money hungry it's funny.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing frequent crashes, forced closures, and freezing issues, particularly after updates. While a few users report no major glitches and enjoy the gameplay, many others express frustration over the game's inability to run smoothly for extended periods. Overall, stability appears to be a significant concern for a portion of the player base.
- “The game runs smoothly without any major glitches.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never crashes.”
- “The performance is consistent, making for a seamless experience.”
- “Day 1 some glitches + forced closures; day 2 major lag/forced closures; day 3 same until midday then the app goes non-responsive.”
- “Can't start the game after updating; after seeing a 3-panel comic, the game freezes on a banquet table and no amount of waiting or tapping gets it to progress.”
- “Love it, but it's only letting me play 4-5 minutes before it freezes and I can't do anything.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant lag and performance issues, especially during extended play sessions. Many users call for better adjustable settings or overall optimization to enhance gameplay, particularly on mobile devices, where lag is prevalent. While some enjoy the game, the optimization problems detract from the overall experience, making it challenging for free-to-play users.
- “But the game either needs adjustable settings that will help the game run better, or it needs to be optimized.”
- “I like it; it runs smoothly and it's a lot of fun to play.”
- “The problem though is that this game needs some serious optimization work; it gets laggier the longer you play, and some days it's so slow it's like watching a slideshow.”
- “Fun so far, but definitely not optimized for smooth gameplay.”
- “The game either needs adjustable settings that will help it run better, or it needs to be optimized.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be emotionally uplifting and wholesome, appreciating its positive moments and overall feel-good atmosphere. However, some express frustration over the need to pay to fully engage with events, which can detract from the experience.
- “This game is filled with wholesome moments that truly resonate with me. It's a great experience to play at full volume, even in a church setting. 😌👌🙈”
- “I find this game oddly wholesome, and it brings a unique emotional depth that I didn't expect. 😌”
- “The emotional impact of this game is profound, making it a memorable experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its high-quality art and fitting music, creating an engaging and immersive experience. Players find the atmosphere easy to grasp yet challenging, complemented by strong content, characters, and storytelling. Overall, the combination of these elements contributes to a captivating and enjoyable environment.
- “The art is high quality and attractive, and the music is appropriate and atmospheric.”
- “The atmosphere is good, easy to understand, challenging, and fun, with great content, characters, and stories. I hope the developers keep their anime game up and running; it's awesome.”