Stella Arcana

Stella Arcana is a massively multiplayer role-playing game set in an open world 3D adventure. With compelling gameplay, stunning graphics, and a good soundtrack, the game offers an amazing adventure, although it can be very grinding and is full of bugs. The game is also disturbingly filled with ads, but has plenty of humor to balance it out.

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Reviews

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,051 reviews

graphics211 positive mentions

stability45 negative mentions

Great graphics and art style, making the game visually appealing.
Engaging storyline with interesting characters and voice acting.
Variety of activities and quests to keep players entertained.

Severe connection issues, with many players unable to log in or access servers.
Heavy pay-to-win elements, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
Auto-play mechanics detract from the overall gameplay experience.

graphics
278 mentions
76 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising the beautiful art style, vibrant colors, and smooth animations. However, some users express disappointment, noting that the graphics can feel outdated compared to other titles like Genshin Impact, and there are occasional bugs and performance issues. Overall, while the visuals are often described as cute and appealing, there are calls for improvements in character customization and graphical fidelity.
- “Great graphics and controls are good, but too many things going on, on the screen.”
- “The graphics are amazing the story is awesome love the voices the gameplay is really fun to play and sound makes you wanna come back and play it some more.”
- “Beautiful graphics and easy to play.”
- “Having come from Genshin Impact, the graphics look outdated and nothing like the preview videos.”
- “Graphics feel like they are really outdated.”
- “While animations look decent, overall graphics quality looks 5 to 7 years ago.”
story
221 mentions
52 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it interesting and engaging, while others describe it as boring or poorly executed. Many appreciate the voice acting and graphics, but criticize the reliance on auto-questing and lack of clarity in mission objectives, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the storyline has potential, its execution and integration into gameplay leave room for improvement.
- “The story is interesting, and the voice acting is good. I'd say give the game a try and see if you like it!”
- “Great graphics and story so far!”
- “The story and gameplay are great, but unless you're willing to spend thousands of dollars just to be on a server with less than 20 people and no server merges, I would find a different game to play.”
- “The storyline is terrible and the game basically hands you over the quest items.”
- “There's no story, the quests make no sense, the world and the creatures/characters make no sense, and the voice acting is worse than indie movies with a super low budget.”
- “The story isn't very creative.”
gameplay
115 mentions
50 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth controls, engaging story, and impressive graphics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, overly automated, and lacking depth. Many users express frustration with the limited character customization options and the game's monetization strategies, which they feel detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the gameplay enjoyable and accessible, others see it as generic and plagued by bugs and pay-to-win mechanics.
- “Great controls, interesting story, and beautiful graphics with smooth (60 fps) gameplay.”
- “It feels quite rare to find such an awesome game with great graphics, easy controls, and awesome gameplay!”
- “Epic gameplay, epic story, very enjoyable!”
- “Nothing like the ads, the gameplay is just boring, the menu is confusing because it's everywhere, and the characters are okay.”
- “I liked this game at first, but the bugs and glitches made gameplay impossible. They continued adding more things to the game that made it clear they didn't care to fix problems they had; they wanted to add even more. I was very invested in this game, but the glitches became so bad I wasn't able to do anything.”
- “Laggy gameplay.”
stability
48 mentions
6 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players experience minimal issues, the majority highlight severe problems, particularly during key actions like logging in or making purchases. Overall, the game is perceived as overly buggy and in need of urgent fixes to enhance stability and user experience.
- “No glitches for me!”
- “I play this game every day and no glitches whatsoever.”
- “So far, the game looks decent, not buggy or anything.”
- “Game crashes randomly and freezes my phone every time I top up.”
- “The biggest problem is it glitches and freezes randomly, forcing you to restart the game.”
- “I liked this game at first, but the bugs and glitches made gameplay impossible. They continued adding more things to the game that made it clear they didn't care to fix problems they had.”
monetization
34 mentions
9 % positive mentions
9 % neutral mentions
82 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to aggressive in-app purchases and misleading advertisements. Players express frustration over overpriced items, excessive in-game currencies, and a cluttered user interface, which detracts from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the lack of ads in certain instances, the general consensus is that the game prioritizes profit over player enjoyment, leading to a disappointing experience.
- “Secondly, this is just another auto RPG, and this one is particularly aggressive with in-app purchases.”
- “That being said, the in-app purchases are grotesquely overpriced.”
- “I like this game; there's no ads, it's super fun, and I don't know why you wouldn't rate it five stars. Just the best game ever.”
- “And in-game purchases are too expensive for a very little gain.”
- “This is just another auto RPG, and this one is particularly aggressive with in-app purchases.”
- “Pay to win and very boring; the game is automatic and the ads are deceiving.”
music
16 mentions
44 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming and fitting for a relaxing experience, enhancing the overall vibe and atmosphere. However, some players find it too loud compared to voice acting, which can detract from the experience, while others feel it doesn't always match the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated for its quality, though opinions on its integration with gameplay vary.
- “The music is also very calming; it's nice being able to play a game with the volume up and my birds don't go ballistic because of the sounds.”
- “Relaxing music and very inspiring gameplay.”
- “Lovely story and gameplay; the music adds to the vibe.”
- “The music is much louder than the voice acting, making it hard to hear.”
- “The game is good but the music is so annoying.”
- “The music is too present; other than that, it seems to be a good game for what I played so far.”
grinding
15 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviews on the grinding aspect of the game are mixed, with many players finding the quests tedious and repetitive, often describing it as a "gear farming simulator." While some appreciate the option for auto-play to alleviate the grind, others feel it detracts from meaningful gameplay and competitiveness, especially for free-to-play users who struggle to keep up with paying players. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a double-edged sword, offering both casual enjoyment and frustration due to its monetization strategies.
- “All the little quests are super tedious and boring.”
- “Grinding is useless.”
- “There's no point in working hard and grinding when others can do it without playing.”
humor
10 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it entertaining and often hilarious, particularly in interactions with others and specific in-game moments. While many enjoy the comedic elements, some mention technical issues like glitches and lag that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is described as fun and lighthearted, appealing to those who enjoy a humorous gaming atmosphere.
- “Good game, funny to play and great story.”
- “My favorite part is when Tim carried you, that cracked me up; it was so funny!”
- “Awesomely funny and great game.”
character development
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the character designs and graphics, describing them as cute and phenomenal. However, there are criticisms regarding the lack of diversity in character options at launch and a perceived similarity to existing games, which detracts from the uniqueness of character development. Despite these concerns, the story and visual appeal contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “I've been waiting a long time for this game, and so far, I am not disappointed. The graphics are very cute, and the character designs are cool.”
- “I was waiting ages to play it, and I really like the story, graphics, and character designs. Overall, this is the best game I have ever played. You should get it; it's fun, and the cool character designs are beautiful. You should see for yourself :)”
- “So far, the graphics and story are quite good, and the character designs are phenomenal. As the game just came out, there aren't any opposite genders of these, but there will be eventually.”
- “The game mechanics, leveling system, character designs, mounts, and sprites are all basically carbon copies of Tales of Wind.”
- “It's a typical MMO that brags about amazing graphics and epic adventure but has an extreme lack of character design, which should be step one.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, lacking any real depth or uniqueness.”
optimization
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and lack of bugs, with many users highlighting the quality of animations and voice acting. While a few mention minor performance issues, the general consensus is that the game is well-optimized and enjoyable to play.
- “The animations and gameplay run smoothly. I love the voice acting; it adds a nice feel to the characters.”
- “Runs smoothly with no bugs so far.”
- “Wonderfully optimized.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its immersive qualities, though some note that the music occasionally fails to align with the overall ambiance. While there is room for improvement, many consider it a strong foundation for the MMO experience.
- “The atmosphere is great, and I just really like these types of games.”
- “Though for a game as quality as this one, the atmosphere could use some work, but otherwise, it's a great start to this MMO!”
- “Good game, but the music sometimes doesn't match the atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing strong dissatisfaction and a desire to completely disengage from the experience.