Soul Land: Awaken Warsoul

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"Soul Land: Awaken Warsoul" is a massively multiplayer role-playing game that offers engaging gameplay. However, the experience is marred by frequent ads and numerous bugs. In this game, players can "unleash the beast within" and explore the online world of Soul Land.

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,185 reviews

gameplay21 positive mentions

monetization100 negative mentions

The game has a well-planned storyline that aligns with the source material, making it enjoyable for fans of the Soul Land series.
The graphics, while not cutting-edge, are decent and contribute to the overall aesthetic of the game.
The game offers a variety of characters and warsouls, providing players with options to customize their gameplay experience.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress without spending money.
There are frequent connection issues and crashes, which disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
The game requires access to the SD card, raising privacy concerns among players.

story
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
67%
16%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its connection to the original "Soul Land" novels and manga, but criticizing its execution, which often feels confusing, poorly translated, and lacking depth. While some enjoy the nostalgic elements and the ability to make choices, others find the gameplay repetitive and the storyline unengaging, leading to a sense of frustration and boredom. Overall, the narrative is seen as a weak point, with calls for improvements in storytelling and gameplay mechanics to enhance player experience.
- “I really like how they make the main storyline into a manga in the game.”
- “You will feel like reading the book again, but this time you are in it and you can make different choices without straying too far from the main storyline.”
- “They manage to keep the story the same as the novels, so good job on localization.”
- “The gameplay is literally just tapping buttons, the 'story,' if one can call it that, is hard to follow, there are numerous grammatical errors, and the game can actually mislead you on some things.”
- “Boring gameplay where you just tap on a button to 'progress' the story, which by the way is more boring than the manga (go read that instead), any combat decision is non-existent, graphics feel like back in the Windows 98 period and something you would expect from a browser-based MMO, and that's being generous.”
- “The story is very hard to follow, though.”
monetization
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
3%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" that prioritizes advertising over actual gameplay quality. Users express frustration over misleading ads that depict a vastly different and more engaging game than what is delivered, leading to disappointment and a perception of excessive microtransactions. Overall, the game's monetization approach is seen as exploitative, with many players feeling tricked into downloading it based on false representations.
- “I really enjoy the gameplay, but right from the beginning, you can tell this game is all about microtransactions.”
- “This game is really good compared to other games because you can earn your VIP level here, unlike other games where you have to make in-app purchases to have one.”
- “The game is absolutely nothing like the ads portrayed it to be, for me that alone is worth a 1-star rating.”
- “This is literally a cash grab.”
- “The ads made it look like it would be interesting to play, but that cannot be farther from the truth.”
graphics
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
42%
36%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing them as outdated, mediocre, and not reflective of the promotional materials. Users frequently compare the graphics to those of old browser games or early console titles, expressing disappointment in the disparity between the advertised visuals and the actual in-game experience. While a few players noted that the graphics were decent or enjoyable, the consensus leans heavily towards dissatisfaction, highlighting a need for significant improvement.
- “Graphics are awesome, that is true.”
- “Good gameplay 👌 extremely beautiful graphics but I would appreciate if the boss loot were better and exp gains were a little faster.”
- “It is a good game with great graphics, content, and controls.”
- “The graphics were appalling compared to the ads.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the gameplay is all auto, and none of it makes any sense.”
- “What you see in the ads is not what you get.. disappointed in downloading it.. there are other games better than this.. trust me don't download.. they have deleted my previous review coz they know it's true.. go to youtube to see the gameplay you will be surprised by it.. to dev get your ads or game similar to one another so people won't be tricked by downloading it.. truthfulness goes a long way to get more players into your game.. just look at your ads yourself and compare the graphics.”
gameplay
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
52%
17%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive, simplistic, and often automated, leading to a lack of engagement. While some appreciate the easy-to-learn mechanics and variety of gameplay options, others criticize the poor graphics, misleading advertisements, and a storyline that fails to captivate. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there is potential, significant improvements are needed to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Visually exciting art, with immersive gameplay (depending on your playstyle).”
- “Actually the devs have put so many different gameplays in this game sometimes I wonder if it's still an RPG... anyway, it's not bad for killing some time since there's so much to do.”
- “Good gameplay 👌 extremely beautiful graphics but I would appreciate if the boss loot were better and experience gains were a little faster.”
- “The gameplay is literally just tapping buttons, the 'story,' if one can call it that, is hard to follow, there are numerous grammatical errors, and the game can actually mislead you on some things.”
- “Boring gameplay where you just tap on a button to 'progress' the story, which by the way is more boring than the manga (go read that instead), any combat decision is non-existent, graphics feel like back in the Windows 98 period and something you would expect from a browser-based MMO, and that's being generous.”
- “Fake ads and nothing like the gameplay that is advertised.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes reported by users. Many players experience interruptions during gameplay, particularly during boss fights and daily quests, leading to frustration and hindering progress. Overall, while the game has potential, its current instability detracts from the overall experience.
- “I like the game; however, there are a lot of bug issues. For example, I can't open the daily quest. Every time I click on it, the entire game freezes, and I have to close the app to fix it. Every other option works except the daily quest, which is really making it annoying for me to progress.”
- “The game is currently very unstable; it freezes or stops at the transition screen.”
- “I have to keep closing and reopening the game every few minutes just to keep playing. It freezes nonstop, locking me out of doing anything.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention, with many players finding it tedious and boring, leading to frustration, especially when progress stalls at certain levels. However, some players appreciate the grind as part of the experience, particularly if they are fans of the game's storyline and anime influences. Overall, the grinding can be a double-edged sword, appealing to some while alienating others.
- “Although I love what they attempted to do, I'm afraid it's quite tedious and boring.”
- “So it's really tedious to even play the game right now :(”
- “Another Chinese-style MMORPG, lots of grinding, must log in every day, starting to get stuck at a certain level.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it both hilarious and engaging, despite its old-school browser RPG aesthetic. The comedic elements, including quirky characters like a flying pig, contribute to an overall experience that is described as "horribly hilarious" and genuinely funny.
- “Don't get me wrong, I know it's the specialty of a character in the game, but still... it's friggin hilarious!”
- “Honestly, this game is horribly hilarious.”
- “Looks like an old school browser RPG, but there are a lot of features and the story is hilarious.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization has been criticized for causing crashes and performance issues, with some players unable to launch it at all. While many enjoy the gameplay when it runs smoothly, the lack of proper optimization is seen as a significant drawback that could impact the developers' potential profits. Additionally, concerns about unnecessary permissions for accessing files have been raised by users.
- “It's just that with this seeming utter lack of optimization, the developers are missing out on profit.”
- “I'm asking why do you need access to my SD card and files, not about your updates and optimization.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as friendly, creating an inviting and warm environment for players.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game is noted to be lacking depth, with comparisons made to the simplistic growth seen in iconic duos like Pikachu and Ash Ketchum, suggesting that the characters do not evolve or resonate with players in a meaningful way.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth in the characters throughout the story.”
- “The characters seem to remain static, with no real evolution or change in their personalities.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game has received positive feedback for its engaging and immersive quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, users are curious about the title of the song that plays during the loading screen, indicating a desire for more information on the soundtrack.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly setting the mood for every moment in the game.”
- “I love how the music dynamically changes with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The original score is a masterpiece, with each track beautifully composed to evoke strong emotions.”
- “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The background music is often too loud and drowns out important sound effects, making it frustrating to play.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth in voice acting, which diminishes the impact of key moments and renders the overall experience uninspiring and dull.