Return of Shadow

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Return of Shadow is a single player strategy game. It received positive reviews from players.

Survive from unexpected dangers and find your place in this old world!

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 509 reviews

graphics26 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and character designs that are visually appealing.
It offers a decent gameplay experience with plenty of activities to keep players engaged.
The game is relatively free-to-play friendly, allowing players to progress without spending a lot of money.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and glitches, making it frustrating to play.
There is a significant pay-to-win aspect, with high costs for in-game items and characters, which can alienate free-to-play users.
Many servers are inactive, leading to a lack of community and events, which diminishes the overall experience.

graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
15%
9%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty, clarity, and artistic design, with many users highlighting the appealing character artwork and overall visual style. While some players noted that the graphics are reminiscent of other games, they still found them engaging and addictive. Overall, the game's visuals contribute significantly to its enjoyment, although a few users mentioned performance issues on their devices.
- “Very beautiful and dreamy graphics, clean and very lovely strategy. The game is made based on the personal tastes and dreams of each person, and they made it so beautiful that you can't easily skip it. The beautiful style of the game is a bit addictive; I really thank the creators of this game.”
- “Graphics and story are great, constantly improving and adding more to the game.”
- “Great game so far, the graphics are cool and the controls are easy.”
- “Graphics are the only reason I give it 2 stars.”
- “Game is given 4 modes of graphics control but didn't work in performance mode.”
- “It's okay for an app game with the graphics and everything, but it needs to look more realistic.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its captivating elements and unique features, while others find it lacking depth and brevity. Many users noted that the dialogue can be unnecessary and detracts from immersion, and there are requests for a longer, more engaging narrative. Overall, while the story has its strengths, it is often overshadowed by gameplay issues and a desire for more character interaction.
- “I love its captivating storyline, unique features, and chance to reclaim what is rightfully yours.”
- “It's fun and a good storyline.”
- “Fun and the storyline of this game is impressive.”
- “Additionally, the dialogue between missions and even daily tasks is pointless and unnecessary.”
- “I kind of lost interest in the storyline only because I didn't feel like listening and preferred to just play.”
- “Full of errors and storyline/character goofs.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
8%
25%
The gameplay is praised for its beautiful graphics and user-friendly mechanics, creating an enjoyable and somewhat addictive experience. While many users appreciate the fast-paced and strategic elements, some note similarities to other city-building games and mention pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is considered excellent and worth the investment.
- “I've given it 5 stars on the basis that the gameplay and overall style of the game is enjoyable.”
- “Very fast gameplay, convenient interface and elements, excellent graphics.”
- “Awesome and addictive gameplay!!!”
- “Mechanics of this game are okay.”
- “Very similar to State of Survival and Land of Empires with the tutorial city development and game mechanics.”
- “Just another generic city builder with pay-to-win mechanics.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezing during gameplay, and long loading times. Many players express frustration over being unable to play for extended periods due to these glitches, which detracts from the overall experience. There are also concerns about potential hidden code affecting performance, leading to suspicions about data privacy.
- “I play Myths of Moonrise and it lets me play for as long as I like with no glitches or freezing.”
- “But the game crashes many times; entering the game takes a lot of time. I have to wait 5 minutes, but the worst part is that it freezes when the storyline appears. So I kindly request the developer to fix the issue.”
- “It seems really good, but I play it for like 6 or 7 minutes and boom... it either freezes or glitches like crazy.”
- “It's a great game; I love everything about it, but I can only play it for about 10 minutes at a time. The game freezes up and kicks me off or freezes and shuts my phone down.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively for its lack of intrusive ads and paywalls, fostering a good community experience. However, users express frustration over misleading advertising, slow progress, and the presence of excessive ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “This is not the same game advertised in their ads, and not the same as the pics in the Google Play Store.”
- “Slow progress and fake ads.”
- “Way too many ads.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game offers four graphics control modes, but users report that the performance mode is not functioning properly, indicating a need for developers to prioritize improvements in this area.
- “The game offers four graphics control modes, but the performance mode doesn't seem to work as intended.”
- “I hope the developers will focus on improving the performance mode.”
- “The game offers four graphics control modes, but the performance mode doesn't work at all.”
- “Developers, please focus on improving the performance mode.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game is generally well-received, but some players suggest increasing the volume of the theme music on the outside map for a more immersive experience. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are appreciated, enhancing the music could further elevate the game's appeal.
- “The music in this game is absolutely fantastic! It really enhances the overall experience and keeps you engaged throughout.”
- “I love how the soundtrack perfectly matches the game's atmosphere. It adds so much depth to the gameplay.”
- “The background music is so catchy that I find myself humming it long after I've stopped playing. It's a great addition to the game!”
- “The music in this game is forgettable and doesn't add to the overall experience.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and lacking variety, which made long play sessions feel tedious.”
- “The background music is too quiet and often gets drowned out by other sounds, making it hard to enjoy.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character designs in the game are praised for their quality and appeal, contributing positively to the overall character development experience.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for being engaging and accessible, making it easy for players to immerse themselves while enjoying generous rewards.
- “I love the atmosphere; it's immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly rich, filled with details that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere creates a perfect blend of tension and excitement, making every moment feel significant.”