RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone

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"RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone" is an adventure RPG that combines dice-rolling with turn-based battles and legendary character collection. Experience an intriguing story with hilarious moments, but be prepared for some grinding and occasional bugs that may hinder gameplay. With its great graphics and immersive gameplay, it's a unique addition to the RPG genre.

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Play Modes

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

RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone screenshot

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,940 reviews

story233 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

The game has solid core gameplay mechanics and a lot of potential.
The graphics and story are engaging, providing a fun experience.
The integration of dice mechanics adds a unique twist to the RPG experience.

There are significant paywalls that can frustrate casual players.
The game suffers from lag and freezing issues, especially on older devices.
The tutorial is overly long and can feel restrictive, hindering the initial experience.

story
365 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
33%
3%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging, fun, and reminiscent of classic tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons. While some reviews mention that the narrative can feel basic or repetitive at times, the overall consensus is that the storyline is a strong aspect of the game, complemented by interesting characters and a unique board game mechanic. However, a few players express concerns about pacing and the impact of paywalls on story progression.
- “The story is funny and the characters interesting.”
- “The story is engaging but unobtrusive.”
- “Great game with cool characters and adventure around every corner and a good story line.”
- “Sad really, if they just focused more on story and player choice/side missions and more boards/branching paths instead of just milking money from the end game... they'd probably have a pretty hype game that could even see PC releases.”
- “The story I was not invested in so I found myself skipping every bit of text.”
- “The gameplay is so repetitive that it drains any fun out like maybe make all enemies scale with the player so that story battles aren't won by RNG. I mean I was level 28 and guess what the enemies for an unskippable fight were level 30 and it wasn't even a boss fight, this shouldn't happen and it's not hard to make story fights scale with the player like the random fights do otherwise you are screwed and it ruins the entire game.”
gameplay
233 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
4%
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its unique mechanics, engaging story, and smooth controls. However, some users have noted issues such as choppy lag, repetitive gameplay, and concerns about pay-to-win elements, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the combination of board game elements and RPG mechanics has been highlighted as a refreshing twist that keeps players engaged.
- “The boardgame mechanics combined with the leveling, customization of characters, and good storyline make it definitely worth the time.”
- “The energy system is generous, and the combat dice mechanic adds a unique twist to the traditional turn-based RPG!”
- “Great gameplay loop, great art direction, charming story.”
- “Blehk... decent concept, horrible gameplay.”
- “The gameplay so far is just mindlessly tapping the dice icon.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay was too tedious to hold my interest.”
graphics
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
17%
2%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, smoothness, and vibrant colors. Players appreciate the engaging visual design that complements the gameplay and storyline, although some express a desire for more variety and uniqueness in the artwork. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Excellent graphics!”
- “Graphics are crisp and colorful, but I have the same issue with all games: the endless money grab which every game seems to inherently have.”
- “Great graphics and a wonderful storyline.”
- “But from unoriginal characters to bad graphics, this game has it all.”
- “The heroes are generic, the graphics are bad, looks like a game made 20 years ago and not in a good way.”
- “The art and graphic design could use a bit more wow, cause it just looks meh.”
monetization
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
15%
44%
Overall, the monetization in the game is a mixed bag; while players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, many express concerns about aggressive microtransactions and a predatory energy system. Some users find the in-game purchase prices steep but feel that they do not significantly hinder gameplay, allowing for enjoyment without mandatory spending. Despite the presence of monetization elements, the lack of forced ads is frequently highlighted as a positive aspect of the gaming experience.
- “The prices of in-game purchases and bundles are outrageously expensive, but the game is fun.”
- “There are microtransactions, but after a couple of hours of gameplay with decent signs of tons more main story content, I can say those microtransactions seem unproblematic.”
- “No ads and not a lot of need to purchase stuff.”
- “So far this is a fairly well-built game held back by over-the-top monetization and a predatory energy/stamina system.”
- “After 3 years of on-rails tutorial nonsense, you're rewarded for sitting through 'gameplay' with an immediate barrage of 'special offer' microtransactions.”
- “A compelling game without being overly aggressive with in-app purchases?”
grinding
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and time-consuming, often requiring players to engage in repetitive tasks to progress, especially after reaching certain level thresholds. While some players find enjoyment in the grinding mechanics, many express frustration over the slow pace and the presence of paywalls that hinder advancement without spending money. Overall, the game is described as very grindy, with a mix of fun elements overshadowed by the monotony of leveling up and resource farming.
- “Campaign will outpace your characters around level 30, leaving you to slog repeatedly through the relic dungeons (super grindy)... progress is slow and quickly becomes you watching the battles on auto, with no means to skip.”
- “The problem with this game is that it's way too grindy and they love throwing paywalls at every new campaign that scale way out of proportion to your own progress and force you to open your wallet.”
- “Was fun, but without spending hundreds of dollars you quickly reach a point where you can no longer progress. Currently sitting at level 44 and can't do anything because I'm forced to do a specific battle to progress, but the battle is against level 75 enemies that are way stronger than my team can handle, and it's going to take weeks of grinding the slower XP routes to get to a point where my team can do anything.”
stability
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
97%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent lags and freezes occurring during critical gameplay moments, such as battles and menu navigation. Many users report that the game becomes unplayable after the tutorial, often requiring restarts or reinstallation to attempt to resolve the freezing. While some players find the game enjoyable when it functions properly, the persistent bugs and crashes prevent it from receiving higher ratings.
- “An enjoyable game with regular updates, a stable interface, and plenty to do.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major bugs, making for a seamless experience.”
- “Consistent performance and frequent updates ensure that the game remains engaging and stable.”
- “It lags and freezes horribly after a few minutes of play.”
- “Was great and fun until I beat the tutorial, then made it to the main screen and it freezes. I've restarted multiple times and have the same experience; I make it to the home menu and it freezes.”
- “The game is relatively entertaining, but very buggy, and crashes often.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting excessive heat and battery drain on various devices, including high-end models like the Galaxy S21 and Pixel 2. Many users express frustration over long load times and overall performance, suggesting that the game requires substantial technical improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The game runs smoothly and is definitely worth playing.”
- “4 stars because it needs some technical optimization.”
- “Fun game, I enjoy how it is a combination of board game and RPG with so many layers to character optimization.”
- “I have never come across a more poorly optimized RPG in my life, and it leads me to wonder how many of the positive reviews here were paid to say kind things.”
- “Game is optimized like dog spit.”
- “Needs more optimization or something before this is a viable game.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received significant criticism for its inability to be turned off or adjusted in the settings, leading to frustration among players who find it distracting or too loud. Many users report glitches that prevent them from muting the music and sound effects, which detracts from their overall enjoyment of the game. Despite these issues, some players still find the game enjoyable, but the persistent music problems hinder their experience.
- “I can't concentrate with background music, which is why I have to turn the volume on my phone down. I can concentrate a little bit more with no sound.”
- “I really want to enjoy this game, but I play this before bed and the music is loud and untoggable; I can't get into it.”
- “Fix the options menu; it does not let me turn off sound or music... otherwise, awesome game!”
- “It's mildly fun, but in the settings menu there's boxes to check or uncheck for music and sound, though it won't actually let you turn them off, and to get the best daily free gift you have to play for 3 hours!”
- “The game is fun but, after playing for a few hours the game is frozen at the main screen, I have uninstalled and reinstalled 3 times and nothing works, music plays but totally unresponsive.”
- “I really want to enjoy this game, but I play this before bed and the music is loud and untoggleable, I can't get into it.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, featuring a good balance of funny moments and entertaining characters that enhance the overall experience. Players find it both interesting and amusing, making it a fun choice for those seeking lighthearted gameplay.
- “Fantastic game with good pay/free balancing, and the story has some interesting and funny moments.”
- “The story is funny and the characters are interesting.”
- “It's funny and entertaining in the short term.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features strong character development, with players noting the depth of upgrades and leveling, as well as engaging lore that enhances the experience. While many appreciate the charming character designs and the integration of D&D elements, some feel that there could be more uniqueness in character appearances. Overall, the character development is seen as a highlight, contributing to an intriguing campaign and enjoyable gameplay.
- “It's characters are original, the gameplay is fluent, the graphics are top notch, the campaign story (what I have played so far) is great, and it's very in depth when it comes to character development and upgrading.”
- “It has good D&D elements, nice lore, and you see a lot of character development with that life.”
- “Ridiculously fun... I love the board game feel. The storyline is intriguing and the character development is good.”
- “Not much in the way of character development, but then I just made level 10.”
- “Definitely could use some more unique character designs, though.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Players highlight strong replayability due to the availability of bonus content, including challenging boss battles and replayable side quests known as relic hints. Many express excitement about collecting additional characters and exploring the story further, indicating a high level of engagement and enjoyment in replaying the game.
- “I'm level 13, but I can see the replay value and can't wait to collect more characters and play more story!”
- “Replayability is perfect.”
- “There is bonus content available in the form of boss battles and replayable side quests called relic hints.”
- “I'm level 13, but I can see the replay value and can't wait to collect more characters and play more of the story!”