Stormfall: Saga of Survival

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Stormfall: Saga of Survival is a free-to-play, fantasy survival MMORPG set in the high-fantasy Stormfall universe. With both single-player and massively multiplayer options, the game features an intriguing story, awesome gameplay, and wonderful graphics, along with some drawbacks such as lots of grinding, frequent ads, and bugs.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics611 positive mentions

grinding277 negative mentions

Great graphics and gameplay, making it visually appealing and engaging.
No energy system, allowing players to explore and play at their own pace without waiting.
The crafting and building mechanics are enjoyable, providing a sense of accomplishment.

Items, especially weapons and armor, degrade too quickly, leading to constant resource grinding.
Many essential items for crafting and upgrades are too rare or not available in the game, causing frustration.
The game lacks a clear storyline or objectives, making it feel repetitive and aimless after a while.

graphics
758 mentions
81 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their high quality and detail, especially for a mobile title. Players appreciate the smooth visuals and well-designed user interface, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some reviews mention occasional lag and glitches, suggesting that while the graphics are impressive, there is still room for improvement in performance and optimization.
- “The graphics are amazing if your phone can support it, mine did and I'm playing in highest graphics mode and there is no lag.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, even on the lowest setting.”
- “This game has amazing graphics and the gameplay is quite smooth and easy under the right internet conditions.”
- “However, the downside is it has a tedious graphic and background sound.”
- “I just expected more than the clunky movement, low-end graphics, basic interactions... it just makes the game feel old.”
- “The lag was unbearable no matter how good the connection or even in the lowest graphics setting.”
gameplay
471 mentions
59 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received generally positive feedback, with many players praising its smooth mechanics, engaging crafting system, and enjoyable graphics. However, some users have expressed frustration with repetitive tasks, item durability issues, and a lack of clear tutorials, which can hinder the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the game is noted for its addictive nature and the absence of intrusive monetization, making it a solid choice for fans of the survival genre.
- “The gameplay is smooth, inviting, and immersive.”
- “Great gameplay and graphics, physics on certain weapons like crossbow could be improved for more realism.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and rewarding, with a good number of high-quality quest lines!”
- “Gameplay is redundant, focused on collecting loads of material for crafting.”
- “The gameplay loop consists of grinding for resources to craft equipment, which will break, so that you can go to a harder area to grind better resources to craft better gear.”
- “However, my big and only gripe and deal breaker is the online-only mechanics of the game.”
story
344 mentions
31 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The game's story is often criticized for being minimal and lacking depth beyond the initial introduction, leaving players feeling disconnected from a larger narrative. Many users express a desire for more engaging quests and storylines to enhance the gameplay experience, as the current focus on resource gathering and repetitive tasks can lead to boredom. While some players appreciate the game's graphics and mechanics, they overwhelmingly agree that a more developed storyline would significantly improve their overall enjoyment.
- “The storyline is rich, the art is great, there's lots to learn.”
- “The story is interesting and the gameplay is very creative.”
- “I really enjoy this game, the adventures and missions are excellent gameplay!”
- “The only thing bringing down my rating is the total lack of a storyline beyond the intro.”
- “There's some minor quests and three factions that have you fetch and carry things, but so far there seems to be no storyline; maybe later it will, who knows.”
- “The game is so-so, no storyline like a main mission to achieve, just simply a survival game that keeps on upgrading.”
grinding
278 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are a significant point of contention among players, with many describing the resource gathering and crafting processes as tedious and time-consuming. While some players enjoy the grind as a way to pass time, others find it excessively repetitive and frustrating, particularly due to the quick degradation of equipment and the slow progression system. Overall, the game is characterized as heavily grind-focused, which may appeal to dedicated players but can deter those seeking a more dynamic experience.
- “Good game, not pay-to-win, not too grindy.”
- “The game has a great concept, but locking so much of it behind a slow, grindy level system ruins it.”
- “Grinding is the name of the game; food, wood, and iron are in constant demand for upgrades, armor, and weapons.”
- “Too much grinding; I didn't get a sense of progression, just mindlessly gathering resources.”
monetization
235 mentions
16 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
62 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the minimal and optional nature of ads and in-app purchases, which do not significantly hinder gameplay. While some users find the microtransactions reasonable and the ad system rewarding, others criticize the presence of ads and the perceived cash grab mentality of the developers, suggesting that the game could benefit from a more balanced approach to monetization. Overall, players generally agree that the game is playable without spending money, but frustrations remain regarding certain aspects of the monetization model.
- “Really enjoyable game with a large world, and it doesn't seem to push in-game purchases too heavily.”
- “The in-game purchases remain unobtrusive and there is a reward system implemented for frequent/daily players.”
- “Unlike many games, there's no stamina meter to limit how long you can play, and while a lot of the in-game purchases could speed things up, they're not necessary.”
- “The most frustrating and main reason for uninstalling is you called this update balancing but all you did was increase your store price and add ads to increase your profits.”
- “You have turned this game into a cash grab before you have even finished developing it.”
- “Like most in-app purchase games, you get to a certain point where you are unable to progress at any reasonable rate, turning the game into monotonous drudgery, unless you spend a bunch of real money.”
stability
182 mentions
2 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, lagging, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players experience smooth performance, many others face issues such as inventory bugs, character movement freezes, and crashes that require restarting the game. Overall, the game is seen as having potential but is currently plagued by numerous stability problems that need urgent attention from developers.
- “So far so good, no bugs on my Xperia phone, it's got great response, no glitches so far either.”
- “Great game, no glitches, ads, or having to pay. Good quality graphics and gameplay speed.”
- “So addictive, had it on a few phones and always runs great.”
- “One bug I think I found is when you open loot containers; if they take longer than about 5 seconds, it almost always freezes the game with your inventory open.”
- “My game encounters a lot of errors and needs to reload multiple times a day. Items regularly disappear, and progress is lost due to these glitches—otherwise, it's pretty cool.”
- “The game freezes your interaction while opening a dialog box to ask if you wish to leave the battle, but fails to freeze the action!”
music
23 mentions
39 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ambiance, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, players have expressed a desire for more variety in the soundtrack, particularly different music for each level, and have reported issues with music disappearing or looping feedback. While the soundtrack enhances the gameplay, some users feel that additional sound effects and background music could further elevate the game's intensity and immersion.
- “This game has a great feel to it, and a great soundtrack.”
- “Great music, great graphics, the gameplay is easy enough to pick up without a tutorial holding your hand.”
- “I love the suspenseful music; I wish there was different music for each level.”
- “Only issue I have is that I am having a music feedback loop that I have tried to fix.”
- “I'm gonna change this to 5 stars if you solve the music and sound issues because it irritates me every time it just disappears when entering the game or watching some ads.”
- “Okay aside from the fact that there is no gameplay soundtrack and that this is a rip-off from Ark Survival, it's a pretty good time killer hoping for more future updates.”
optimization
17 mentions
65 % positive mentions
12 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed feedback from users. While many praise its smooth performance and good graphics, some report issues such as poor framerate, screen size compatibility, and performance degradation after updates. There is a consensus that while the game has potential, significant improvements are still needed in certain areas.
- “Your game runs smoothly without glitches or problems.”
- “The load screen retexture is lovely, and the overall performance is noticeably better.”
- “It's stunningly optimized where you can just farm all the necessary items.”
- “The screen size isn't optimized to fit my S8+, please fix.”
- “There is a big room for improvement regarding framerate optimization.”
- “Worst performance I've ever seen in a game like this.”
atmosphere
9 mentions
67 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, featuring beautiful graphics and engaging soundscapes like bird chirpings and owl howlings. While some players find the atmosphere overly gloomy, many appreciate its alignment with personal tastes, highlighting a blend of magical and medieval elements that enhance the overall experience. The game strikes a balance between comfort and challenge, contributing to a positive social atmosphere without pressuring players into additional purchases.
- “The atmosphere of the game is nicely immersive and the game does not overdo the wait or require a lot of cash to play.”
- “Great in every way, the game itself is very atmospheric with bird chirpings and owl howlings in the background. The gameplay itself feels comfortable and they don't pressure you into buying add-ons.”
- “Just what the name says, saga of survival, very nice atmosphere, the controls are easy, the gameplay is fantastic, and so far this game rocks ... very nice work devs.”
- “The atmosphere is overly gloomy.”
- “It's a little easier and not as dark of an atmosphere.”
humor
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and lighthearted, often featuring slapstick elements like hitting characters with a frying pan. However, some players have experienced technical issues that detracted from their enjoyment, leading to frustration despite the game's comedic appeal. Overall, the humor adds a fun layer to the gameplay, even if it occasionally comes with challenges.
- “Amazing humor - hit them with a frying pan!”
- “Funny game with a Diablo-type feel with a cool survival system.”
- “Very funny.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is mixed; while some players appreciate the excellent gameplay and graphics, others feel that it lacks depth, primarily focusing on unlocking and upgrading recipes rather than meaningful character progression. Overall, the character design is noted to be an improvement over previous titles.
- “Excellent gameplay, character development, graphics, and storyline.”
- “Awesome game with great character design compared to Last Day on Earth.”
- “In terms of gameplay, it is pretty good, but there is no character development other than unlocking and upgrading recipes and crafting stations.”
- “The characters feel flat and lack depth; I was hoping for more meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of character arcs; it felt like the characters didn't evolve at all during the story.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable to build and highly replayable, indicating that the mechanics and content encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game is incredibly fun to build and offers great replayability.”
- “I love how each playthrough feels unique, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh and exciting every time I play.”