Rise of Arks: Raft Survival
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Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game features great graphics and an interesting water-based survival theme.
- Gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of activities to keep players occupied.
- The developers are responsive and frequently update the game with new content and improvements.
- The tutorial is excessively long and restrictive, preventing players from enjoying the game freely.
- Many players experience bugs and connectivity issues that hinder gameplay.
- The game has a pay-to-win model that can frustrate free-to-play users, making it feel unbalanced.
- graphics29 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their stylish artwork, atmospheric design, and captivating visuals, often compared to popular titles like Borderlands. While some users noted issues with optimization and gameplay similarities to other titles, the general consensus is that the graphics enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable and visually appealing. Many reviewers highlighted the game's art style as a standout feature, contributing to its charm and engagement.
“With its original concept, stylish artwork and design, and atmospheric feel, it makes it very enjoyable and easy to play.”
“Pretty much the same strategy as similar games, gather resources, fortify your base, join a guild, battle and level heroes, etc., but the storyline is different and the graphics are amazing.”
“Top game graphics and gameplay are captivating and it pulls you in.”
“Is the game poorly optimized? From the looks of it, it's not a very demanding game. I'm running League of Legends, which has more complex graphics and doesn't heat up like this.”
“Please work on developing the graphics, etc., and it will become wonderful.”
“Just like every other build and battle game, but with lower graphics.”
- story19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its immersive and unique narrative, while others find it frustrating and overly guided. Many highlight the impressive graphics and engaging sub-quests, but there are criticisms regarding the repetitive themes and the desire for a more streamlined experience without excessive story interruptions. Overall, the storyline is seen as a notable aspect, though opinions on its execution vary significantly.
“Very immersive storyline.”
“Beautiful game with a nice storyline.”
“Nice graphics, view, story and gameplay.”
“The storyline is lame as hell.”
“It's more like a frustrating guided storybook than a game.”
“And the same story - a world-size catastrophe followed by a survival 'strategy' where the biggest wallet wins.”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and engaging, with solid mechanics and appealing graphics reminiscent of popular titles. However, many users express frustration over the lack of originality, as the gameplay often feels similar to other games, and some criticize the lengthy tutorials. While the game offers enjoyable interactions and strategic depth, the high cost of entry and perceived repetitiveness may deter some players.
“Very fun and interactive gameplay.”
“Great art style, easy-going gameplay (so far), pleasant music.”
“Engaging gameplay with strategic depth.”
“I am so tired of starting a game and having to sit through 30 minutes of tutorials when the gameplay is exactly like every other game out there.”
“Incredibly expensive game, just to get started you can easily spend $500 the first week just for basic gameplay.”
“Zero creativity in game mechanics and gameplay.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users praising the minimal presence of ads, which enhances the overall enjoyment. Some players appreciate that the game does not bombard them with advertisements, while a few express frustration over persistent notifications. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing experience free from excessive monetization tactics.
“Oh yeah, and no ads as of yet.”
“It is a very fun game; no ads for me, and the game is not that boring.”
“It's so good; no ads, you don't need eternity.”
“It's nothing like the ads, and you shut off all notifications and you still get them. That's a crock; I'm sorry, I don't like that at all.”
“Another cash grab game.”
“Fun game with minimal ads that would constantly pop up with other games.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and unresponsive controls reported by users. Many players are unable to progress past the initial stages due to these glitches, leading to frustration and a lack of connectivity. Despite some users expressing hope for improvements, the current state severely hampers gameplay experience.
“The game freezes once I load in; I can't even click through the dialogue, and it won't let me play. I tried uninstalling it, and it froze at the beginning. None of my other apps do that, so it's not my phone.”
“Game freezes up and sometimes won't click on what you are trying to click.”
“Freezes up constantly, losing connection to the server. Can't really do anything; restarted multiple times, and it keeps doing it.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its pleasant and easy-going nature, others are frustrated by the lack of options to adjust sound settings during the mandatory tutorial, which disrupts their experience. Additionally, there are complaints about the music being recycled, detracting from the overall vibe of the game.
“Great art style, easy-going gameplay (so far), pleasant music.”
“I was relaxing and listening to my own music when I decided to try your game. Now I have to turn off my music and listen to the waves through the entire tutorial, or sit in silence because you won't let us access the settings until after the mandatory tutorial. It totally killed my vibe and the vibe of the game. Maybe I'll give it another shot now that I've turned all the sound off.”
“Even the music is recycled.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its original concept and stylish artwork, creating an enjoyable and immersive experience. However, the tension is heightened by the sudden appearance of threats, such as a shark, which can disrupt the otherwise pleasant ambiance.
“With its original concept, stylish artwork and design, and atmospheric feel, it makes it very enjoyable and easy to play.”
“Ah, such a nice atmosphere until that darn shark comes around.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for poor optimization, as it appears to demand more resources than expected for its graphical complexity, leading to overheating issues on devices. Users suggest that improvements in battery optimization and additional guidance would enhance the overall experience.
“The game is enjoyable, but it could benefit from better battery optimization and clearer guides.”
“I appreciate the effort put into optimization, but there are still areas that need improvement.”
“Overall, the game runs well, but optimizing performance and providing more guidance would enhance the experience.”
“The game is poorly optimized; it doesn't seem very demanding, yet it causes my system to heat up significantly, even when I'm running more graphically intensive games like League of Legends without any issues.”
“The game is enjoyable, but it requires further improvements, particularly in battery optimization and providing better guides for players.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be balanced, with a fair approach that allows free-to-play users to progress meaningfully while also offering the option to pay for convenience. Overall, it strikes a good middle ground between being overly grindy and pay-to-win.
“Not too grindy, not too pay-to-win, just in the middle.”
“The grinding in this game feels excessive and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the overall experience.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be frustratingly repetitive, which detracts from the fun.”
“While the game has potential, the amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and discouraging.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's strong replayability, highlighting its diverse activities, such as fishing and unique events like tsunamis, which keep the experience fresh and engaging over time.
“It is a very well-rounded, fun game, and I get tired of games fast that don't have good replay value. This game does, and I love that you can do so many things like fishing and experiencing the tsunami.”
“The variety of gameplay options keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, each session offers a unique experience that makes me want to play again.”
