Shadow Knights : Idle RPG

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"Shadow Knights: Idle RPG" is a Role Playing game that boasts sensational gameplay and masterful graphics. However, be prepared for a lot of grinding and the occasional annoying ad. The game's slogan, "put everything in the shadows The Knights of Shadow," suggests a focus on darkness and combat. Overall, it's an engaging RPG experience for those willing to put in the time.

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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,375 reviews

graphics20 positive mentions

monetization48 negative mentions

Easy to play and enjoyable, with a fun idle mechanic.
Generous with in-game rewards and free-to-play friendly.
Great graphics and a unique concept inspired by Solo Leveling.

Frequent bugs and issues with ads, causing frustration.
Lack of offline progression, making it feel less like an idle game.
Pay-to-win elements and expensive in-game purchases can be discouraging.

monetization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the ad system. While some appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for rewards, others report significant bugs that prevent ads from loading, making it difficult to earn bonuses. Additionally, players criticize the limited effectiveness of the ad-free purchase, as many still encounter ads for essential game functions, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab.
- “10/10 it has no ads unless you want the ad chest honestly a great game”
- “Best game ever, I'm addicted to it, and there are no ads.”
- “Good game, no ads and a lot of fun.”
- “The game has an interesting progression system, but there are so many bugs, especially with the ads, which make watching ads to get free stuff make almost no sense.”
- “This game is nothing more than a cash grab scam.”
- “Too many bugs and too many ads makes the game unplayable.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
21%
10%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, unique art style, and engaging aesthetic, with many users appreciating the dark themes and overall visual appeal. However, some players feel that the graphics could benefit from enhancements and a cleaner design. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience, making it enjoyable and visually striking.
- “This is a fun game with amazing graphics/art style and I hope for more new things to come as well as I appreciate the simple style game mechanics.”
- “The game graphic design is unique, a bit dark themed and a lot of mystery, easy to handle and fast to learn how to play it.”
- “Very good graphics and overall the game is very good.”
- “Hope the overall art style would get revamped to look more clean and sharp.”
- “Graphics could use a touch up and maybe a redeem code redemption function in the future but overall very easily doable f2p.”
- “Amazing game if you add details on the character and improve the graphics.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
33%
14%
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and easy to understand, featuring smooth mechanics and engaging elements like summoning and skill usage. However, many players find it repetitive and marred by frequent interruptions from ads and pop-ups, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the graphics and potential for fun, others criticize the lack of originality and the need for in-game purchases to progress effectively.
- “Overall gameplay though plenty to do and great fun.”
- “Easy to understand gameplay.”
- “Nice concept with smooth gameplay, love it.”
- “Only $4.99! I get it, you're meant to sell your stuff, but to do that so often and to interrupt my gameplay just minutes after the last two pop-ups, this is what truly ruined it.”
- “So far, characters are 2D art 'animated'-ish, and one of the first things I'm prompted to do is watch an ad to get extra (needed) 'benefits.' The problem with so-called 'games' like this is there's absolutely nothing to do but watch a game play itself until you pay for a quicker progression method. Not to mention, the game looks like it was slapped together on Newgrounds; the characters are as original as the gameplay itself. Sorry, Jacob, but the game makes you hate it, and I don't know why you would pay to play this.”
- “There are some bugs like the progress not saving after a rebirth or some casual game freezes. Gameplay is kind of repetitive, and you'll be easily stuck without paying money.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
Players express a desire for a more developed narrative in the game, noting that while it is enjoyable from a free-to-play perspective, the lack of a compelling story detracts from the overall experience. Many users reference the game's connection to the popular manhwa "Solo Leveling," suggesting that an introductory storyline could enhance engagement. Overall, the consensus is that the game would benefit significantly from a richer narrative element.
- “I cannot give a proper rating for this game as I have not played it yet, but just to let people know this game is based on a manhwa called 'Solo Leveling' and it's a great story I recommend reading.”
- “I like the story like 'Solo Leveling'.”
- “So far so good, the game needs an introductory storyline.”
- “Game would be better if there was a story to follow; for now, 4 stars as there is too little to move around or press.”
- “Need a story.”
- “The only downside is the summon quest on weekly is absurd.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable and enjoyable, often describing it as a relaxing experience that fits well with casual play styles. While some mention the presence of pop-up purchases and hours of grinding, many appreciate the game's ability to serve as a time killer without being overly demanding.
- “So far from what I've seen, it's a pretty good experience for an idle RPG if you can get over the pop-up buys and hours of grinding.”
- “This game is pretty fun to play; I mean, there is grinding, which isn't so bad.”
- “So far, I enjoyed this game even after a little slow grinding.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that prevent progress from saving, gameplay freezes, and various animation and scaling problems. Users report that these issues detract from the overall experience, making the game feel repetitive and frustrating, especially when attempting to advance without spending money.
- “There are some bugs like the progress not saving after a rebirth or some casual game freezes. Gameplay is kind of repetitive and you'll be easily stuck without paying money.”
- “When you keep the game open to advance levels, it freezes.”
- “Spelling errors, terrible grammar, buggy animations, and scaling/balance are total garbage.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from optimization issues, including non-responsive popups and occasional lag, leading to a frustrating user experience. Overall, players find it to be poorly optimized.
- “Still have some bug problems with non-responsive popups and occasional lag/slowdown in performance.”
- “Badly optimized”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported issues with the game's loading music, which plays without loading the game properly, leading to frustration. Additionally, some players have expressed dissatisfaction with the music's quality, comparing it unfavorably to other adaptations. Overall, while the music is present, technical problems and mixed opinions on its appeal detract from the experience.
- “I would like you guys to look into this problem I've been having: I'll open the game on my phone and it won't show the loading bar, just play the loading music but never load into the game except for the first time I open it. So if I want to play it more, I have to uninstall and install it again. It makes me want to dislike the game, but I know since it just got released there will be a few bugs, so please fix this as soon as you can. I want to be able to play this game to the fullest.”
- “Some say it feels like the song 'Jin Woo' from the Solo Leveling adaptation, etc. Hell no.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users highlight that the humor in the game is significantly enhanced by the uncensored and unmonitored general chat, fostering a lively trolling community filled with genuinely funny interactions. However, some find the scripted humor, particularly in character dialogues like that of the "shadow monarch," lacking in comedic value.
- “The most fun was when general chat was not censored or monitored; there was a great trolling community and genuinely funny people.”
- “The humor in the game really shines through in the unexpected interactions and witty dialogue.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its quests, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere is characterized by a creative art style that contributes to a simplistic yet engaging environment, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The game features a creative art style that beautifully complements its simplistic atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, drawing players into a unique and captivating world.”
- “The combination of sound design and visuals creates an enchanting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The atmosphere feels overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
- “While the art style is creative, the overall atmosphere is quite flat.”
- “The game fails to create an immersive atmosphere, leaving it feeling empty.”