Religion inc God Simulator

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Religion Inc: God Simulator is a strategy game where you build and manage your own religion to gain followers and influence. Construct religious buildings, research divine powers, and spread your faith through conversion and missionaries. Navigate through various challenges, including other rival religions and natural disasters, to become the dominant faith.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,804 reviews

gameplay51 positive mentions

monetization541 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that allows players to create and spread their own religion, which is both fun and engaging.
The art style and graphics are visually appealing, making the gameplay enjoyable.
The game is easy to learn and offers a variety of strategies, keeping it interesting for players.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, which disrupt gameplay and can be frustrating for players.
Many players have reported crashes and bugs, making it difficult to progress without losing progress.
The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited depth and strategy compared to other similar games.

monetization
566 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay. While some users acknowledge the option to pay for an ad-free experience, they often find that even after purchasing, ads still appear, leading to a perception of a predatory monetization strategy. Overall, the consensus is that the sheer volume of ads significantly detracts from the enjoyment of the game, making it nearly unplayable for many users.
- “Well worth paying for no ads.”
- “Very fun and entertaining and no ads mid play.”
- “The game is very fun and while I can no longer play it on mobile, the customer service was amazing and refunded me my in-app purchase.”
- “The sheer number of intrusive ads makes this a 1.”
- “The forced ads absolutely ruin this otherwise intriguing game.”
- “Way too many ads makes this game close to unplayable and ruins any kind of immersion.”
gameplay
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
55%
7%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its similarities to "Plague Inc." while also appreciating some unique mechanics and graphics. However, frequent and intrusive ads significantly disrupt the experience, leading to frustration among users. Overall, while the gameplay is considered simple and enjoyable by some, it suffers from a lack of depth and clarity, alongside a paywall for premium features that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is simple, user friendly, and enjoyable!”
- “Fantastic gameplay, graphics and dialogue/events to keep the game light-hearted.”
- “Overall, great gameplay.”
- “It's impossible to play without ads because the mechanics lack any sort of depth.”
- “Too many ads, I feel like I get an ad every 2 minutes of gameplay, and before the developer comments, I don't care if you had us points to sit through such trashy attempts at cash grabs, just chill out and let people decide if your product is good enough to waste cash on instead of choking us with all these ads.”
- “Gameplay is chaotic, and simplistic to the point of being impossible to lose.”
graphics
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
34%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their smoothness, beauty, and appealing art style, often described as cartoony and vibrant. Many users appreciate the attention to detail in the design, although some note issues with geographical accuracy and occasional bugs. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game, contributing to its fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “This game is incredible, the graphics are smooth and very beautiful.”
- “The graphics are amazing, well done.”
- “Great graphics, great idea, hard yet easy, and overall just plain fun.”
- “Honestly, I have seen it plenty of times in my suggested but was turned away by the graphics, because they are extremely similar to Godus, which wasn't that great of a game.”
- “Just a poorly done Plague Inc clone with worse graphics and bad UI.”
- “Graphics turn the whole screen black after an ad plays.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
88%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players note that it is not overly buggy, the overall consensus indicates that the game struggles with performance issues, particularly on devices with lower RAM. Despite its promising concept, the instability has led to frustration and uninstallation for several users.
- “At least it's not buggy.”
- “Really good! I recommend it; no glitches, nothing. 5 stars!”
- “No glitches, and it's the best religion-growing game.”
- “The game in concept is good... however, too many glitches.”
- “I haven't been able to complete a single game because of how much this game freezes.”
- “Looks fun but is so buggy I haven't been able to get far in a game; the game constantly freezes and crashes.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, often comparing it to other infection-themed games. While the comedic elements are a highlight, some users suggest improvements in language and pacing to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game is characterized as funny and engaging, with a strong emphasis on humor throughout.
- “Currently it's hilariously inaccurate.”
- “This is hilarious and fun.”
- “I love this game; I can give the best and worst names ever, and it's funny as all hell.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
6%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While some users noted occasional technical issues affecting playback, the soundtrack is generally described as vibrant and calming, making it enjoyable for casual play. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and design.
- “But I do have to admit the starting screen's art is pretty nice and the music goes hard.”
- “Very relaxing music and enjoyable to play in spare time.”
- “A wonderful game with a soothing soundtrack.”
- “The music in it is a bit gloomy and slow, and it is difficult to bring up the interest of playing games.”
- “It made it glitchy and kept shutting off my music, and making my phone really slow.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The game's story is generally perceived as lacking depth and purpose, with players expressing a desire for a more defined narrative and challenging progression. While some appreciate the storyline and the absence of ads, many feel that the plot is underdeveloped and could benefit from additional quests or voice acting to enhance engagement. Overall, the story is seen as a missed opportunity that could elevate the gaming experience.
- “This game is pretty good; I know you don't get many points for easy mode, but I like that if you win only twice, then you unlock a new part of your story.”
- “Good game has a cool storyline and not a lot of ads, which most mobile games have.”
- “Didn't have ads but the game lacked any purpose, story, or goals.”
- “Animation is catchy, but the plot is empty!”
- “Maybe a more defined story path or voice acting could round it out better.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, users express significant concerns regarding the game's optimization, citing issues that render it unplayable and hinder performance. Many believe that improvements in optimization could enhance the overall experience, with some indicating a willingness to revisit the game if updates are made.
- “I may give it another try if it is updated to run smoothly.”
- “Good, just improve performance.”
- “It's less complex and far less optimized to the point it's unplayable.”
- “With optimization, I think the game could be much better.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with many players noting high replay value and enjoyment. However, some users feel that while the game is fun and easy to grasp, certain enhancements may lack depth, impacting long-term replayability.
- “The replay value is great as well!”
- “So fun, easy to grasp, and has big replayability.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game, noting it feels tedious and boring, with some expressing frustration over the reliance on ads for revenue rather than offering a more engaging experience. The repetitive nature of grinding for keys to unlock content detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Clearly the developers don't have faith that their game is good enough to pay for the 'no ads' option, so they are farming as much ad revenue as possible.”
- “Grindy adfest.”
- “The game is a bit boring; I almost fell asleep while grinding keys to unlock the other religions.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its ability to transform the typically destructive gameplay of Plague Inc. into a more wholesome and hopeful experience, allowing players to explore both lighthearted and darker themes. However, some users feel this approach results in a less engaging experience compared to the original.
- “It follows the formula of Plague Inc. but allows you to turn the experience into something wholesome and hopeful instead of destructive.”
- “This game evokes a sense of warmth and positivity, transforming the typical gameplay into a more uplifting experience.”