Reign of Guilds

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In "Reign of Guilds" , players engage in a dynamic combat system with friendly fire and magical buffs, interacting through diplomacy, trade, or combat in an open-world PvP and PvE setting. Loss of experience and items depends on karma, and guilds compete for lands, castles, titles, and the throne without explicit release date or developer/publisher mention.

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+15

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 622 reviews

story10 positive mentions

grinding48 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience with a player-driven economy and engaging gameplay mechanics.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and actively work on updates and improvements.
The game has a nostalgic old-school feel, appealing to fans of classic MMORPGs with its challenging gameplay and character progression.

The combat system is clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The tutorial and early game content are tedious, with many fetch quests that can feel like a chore.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues that detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished.

story
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
86%
6%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of engagement and coherence, with many players noting that it consists primarily of repetitive fetch quests and poorly designed mechanics. Users express frustration over unclear quest instructions, inadequate tracking systems, and a general absence of meaningful narrative, leading to a monotonous experience that feels more like a grind than an adventure. Overall, the story aspect is deemed weak, with little to no compelling events or character development to draw players in.
- “For example, quests can stop being available if too many people complete them, and if you and your friends hunt a lot of wolves, you'll notice more boar or deer appearing in that area.”
- “Left to figure out for yourself and explore, actually reading quest dialogue to figure out how to complete, definitely not going to be beating this game in 40 hours :p”
- “So far been enjoying the game, 22 hours plus, still on tutorial island, there is lots to do, a lot of quests to complete.”
- “There is no story, no engaging events, the progression system is unintuitive, trainers are in deadly areas, inventory management is annoying.”
- “The quest design is a joke.”
- “All throughout the maps you will be picking up the same recycled quests from different NPCs in towns.”
gameplay
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
65%
7%
The gameplay of "Reign of Guilds" is characterized by a mix of innovative mechanics and outdated elements, leading to a steep learning curve for players. While the game offers engaging features such as guild cooperation, crafting, and a dynamic combat system, many users find the core mechanics to be clunky and poorly explained, resulting in a frustrating experience for newcomers. Despite its rough edges, the game shows potential for depth and enjoyment once players become familiar with its systems.
- “Overall, Reign of Guilds is an exciting MMORPG that offers deep gameplay and many opportunities for development.”
- “From the very first minutes, the gameplay is exciting, and the dynamic combat system and open-world setting make it even more thrilling.”
- “The ability to form guilds, engage in various activities such as crafting and trading, and participate in strategic battles adds depth and excitement to gameplay.”
- “PvE combat is full of buggy displacements or annoying mechanics.”
- “I'm currently playing the free-to-play version; it's pretty rough around the edges, and mechanics aren't explained very well and are not easy to follow.”
- “However, when it comes down to gameplay itself - especially combat, the game feels outdated, clunky, and dull.”
grinding
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized for being excessively tedious and monotonous, with players facing long, repetitive tasks and a lack of engaging combat mechanics. Many reviews highlight the frustrating nature of the leveling system, particularly during the lengthy tutorial phase, which is filled with go-fetch quests and minimal guidance. While some players appreciate the hardcore grind reminiscent of older MMOs, the overall sentiment suggests that this experience may not appeal to everyone, especially those seeking a more streamlined and enjoyable progression.
- “The type of grind that involves tons and tons of tedious go-fetch, lots of UI gymnastics, and lots of written information without much action.”
- “After enduring the inside tutorial, stepping outside only to be bombarded with a slew of tedious tasks—talk to this person, gather that, cut this—well, it's not exactly my idea of a good time.”
- “I cannot bear this monotonous starter island anymore with its undoable quests that offer no experience gain; it's 1 percentile increments through grinding and constant deaths as you're stuck in the same area with not enough monster spawns.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
48%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the updated visuals and immersive atmosphere, while others criticize the character models and animations as needing improvement. Some players find the graphics smooth and appealing, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience, while others report performance issues even on high-end hardware. Overall, the game is seen as visually promising but requires further refinement in certain areas.
- “With its stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, Reign of Guilds is a must-play for any fan of medieval gaming.”
- “Also, the graphics are very pleasing to the eye; the battle with mobs is not boring, and the quests are interesting.”
- “With its stunning graphics, diverse gameplay options, and well-developed guild system, it's a must-play for fans of the genre.”
- “Graphic is poor, animations are poor, UI is poor.”
- “I think models need a lot of work; it's the weak part of the visuals, in my opinion.”
- “Technologically, the game is crap. Even with an RTX 3080 and graphics on low, you can skip frames and experience graphics lag in the middle of combat.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs and glitches impacting gameplay, particularly in PvE combat and controls. Players can expect to lose a notable portion of their playtime to these issues, which is somewhat expected given its early access status and the small development team. While some minor bugs are forgivable, the overall experience remains hindered by these persistent problems.
- “The game is extremely buggy in its current state; you will lose 10% of your playtime to bugs almost guaranteed.”
- “PvE combat is full of buggy displacements or annoying mechanics.”
- “It's still buggy, and no other bosses spawn.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, enhanced by nice music, detailed graphics, and effective lighting that create a magical yet serious fantasy world. Players appreciate the collaborative environment fostered by developers, contributing to a positive overall experience, despite some technical drawbacks like clunky controls. Overall, the game's atmosphere is engaging and enjoyable, making it a standout feature.
- “Very mechanically detailed and atmospheric game in a medieval setting similar to Mount & Blade.”
- “An unusual game, has some downsides (ping, clunky controls) but it also has a nice atmosphere and engaging gameplay.”
- “Graphics and sound are serviceable (character models need work!) and the atmosphere set by them and the lighting is really fun to play in.”
- “Music, graphics, lighting, and the general content of the world immerses you in the atmosphere of a magical, but at the same time serious fantasy.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
10%
80%
The monetization model of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users noting its reliance on generic assets and a pay-to-play (b2p) structure. Despite being in development for several years, the game's pricing strategy has led to a low player base, raising concerns about its overall value and marketing efforts.
- “The game has a buy-to-play (B2P) monetization model.”
- “It screams generic assets and scam cash grab.”
- “Feels like a cash grab.”
- “It's been in development for 6-7 years, and its pricing has caused the game to go sub 300-500 across two servers, though the true number is unknown, and likely equally as low given the lack of advertising.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the immersive atmosphere, contributing to a magical yet serious fantasy experience. Players appreciate the soundtrack's quality, which complements the game's graphics and environmental sounds, creating a captivating world to explore. However, some reviews note that while the music is exceptional, the gameplay itself may not meet the same standard.
- “The soundtrack is gorgeous, the environment is immersive, but the gameplay is just not there.”
- “Music is amazing!”
- “Music, graphics, lighting, and the general content of the world immerses you in the atmosphere of a magical, but at the same time serious fantasy.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
50%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with most players reporting smooth performance and no significant bugs or lags. However, some users have experienced stuttering issues in towns, particularly on higher-end hardware like the 3070 Ti and 5800X3D, even at medium settings.
- “Everything seemed to run fine, no lags, bugs, or performance issues, so I cannot complain much there.”
- “Stuttering when turning in towns with a 3070 Ti FTW3 / 5800X3D even on medium settings.”
- “Every chapter is made of the same checkpoints: combat system, AI, game world, game items, balancing, optimization, and other.”
- “From my experience, the performance is decent.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's humor to be engaging, with amusing moments such as unexpected player interactions during tutorials and the quirky visual of banned players being caged in town. These elements contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “I thought it was funny that the banned players are held up in cages in the town, lol.”
- “Funny note: in the first part of the tutorial, I was able to kill another player, and it surprised both him and me. He respawned and didn't lose anything, but it was fun!”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development in the game is influenced by the player's choices, with multiple paths available that can lead to significant changes in character progression based on karma. This system adds depth and encourages players to consider the moral implications of their actions.
- “Character development can follow various paths, and the loss of progress depends on a player's karma.”