Summoners Greed: Tower Defense

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Summoners Greed: Knight Legend is a strategy game with an intriguing story and wholesome themes. Its outstanding gameplay, wonderful graphics, and perfect soundtrack make it enjoyable, but the high level of grinding and frequent ads can be disruptive. Fans of RPG tower defense and monster legends games, such as Summoners War and Soul Knight, will find familiar elements in this idle TD RPG. However, be prepared for some bugs and glitches.

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Play Modes

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

Summoners Greed: Tower Defense screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15,938 reviews

gameplay584 positive mentions

monetization4.7k negative mentions

monetization
4,965 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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2%
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The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed feedback from users. Many players appreciate the lack of forced ads, noting that ads are optional and provide valuable rewards, which enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users express frustration with the reliance on ads for progression, feeling that the game can become tedious without watching them. Additionally, there are complaints about the high cost of in-app purchases and the slow progression rate, which can lead to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, while the advertising approach is praised for its honesty and creativity, the monetization model raises concerns about balance and player engagement.
- “Very good game only a few microtransactions and you can get all the units from the microtransactions by playing the game. You can choose to watch ads to get rewards, but it's not required.”
- “You can succeed in this game simply by playing it; there's no cash grab, there's no pay-to-win.”
- “Easily one of the best free-to-play games I've tried so far - no ads unless by choice, fair mechanics, and addictive gameplay loop.”
- “The only new thing about this game is the ads.”
- “30$ to remove ads lol... no actual game, just a very slow grind to waste your time with no actual challenge.”
- “The game is just really fun and engaging i have lots of fun the only bad part is the ads and the slow event money system.”
gameplay
1,144 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its simplicity and charm, particularly in the context of a tower defense format. However, several users have criticized it for being slow-paced, repetitive, and lacking depth, often feeling more like an idle game where players watch rather than actively engage. While the graphics and humor in the ads are praised, there are calls for improvements such as a speed-up feature and more varied gameplay mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
- “I love this game so much, there's no ads, the gameplay loop is wonderful, it's decently challenging, and it's interactive.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic, not to mention how sweet and adorable the art style is.”
- “The gameplay, while simple, is actually very addictive.”
- “The main gameplay is very boring and long, and every action you make will pause the wave, making it really frustrating as you can't do anything else but stare at your screen.”
- “Relentlessly dull and repetitive gameplay that's only really interrupted by suggestions you should spend outrageous amounts of money to get more dull, repetitive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is very repetitive and you need to waste a lot of time to earn coins and gems.”
humor
660 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is a standout feature, with many players praising the clever and funny advertisements that initially drew them in. Users appreciate the humorous character descriptions and the lighthearted tone throughout the gameplay, often highlighting the game's self-aware and relatable marketing approach. Overall, the combination of genuinely funny ads and engaging content has left a positive impression, making it a memorable experience for many players.
- “This game is really user friendly, and the developers put a lot of care into this game, from the humorous descriptions of monsters and enemies, the variety of bosses, the insanely good afk earnings, and the lack of ads!”
- “I came in for the memes and stayed for the hilarious narrative.”
- “The marketing team deserves an award for how creative and funny they are and as far as the game goes it's a fun tower defense with creative and cute characters.”
- “Their ads are also pitiful, trying to make themselves look like the 'nice silly indie developer' with their unfunny memes and terrible PR decisions. Though some units are pretty fun and I'm sure some people enjoy it, I certainly do not.”
- “This game is just a shameless cash grab, and all the advertisements feature random memes that are not funny because the humor feels forced.”
- “The ads I see for it are just unfunny old memes.”
graphics
642 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming art style, with many users highlighting the adorable character designs and vibrant colors. While some reviews mention that the graphics could benefit from additional detail or clarity, the overall aesthetic is considered appealing and well-suited to the game's theme. Additionally, players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, which enhances the visual experience.
- “I absolutely love this game, the graphics are amazing and the monsters are adorable. It's just 5 stars.”
- “The graphics are cute (seriously, even some of the enemies) and it's a true free-to-play experience.”
- “The graphics and art style are superb, and the grind to level up your defense team is fun.”
- “Graphics could use a little cleaning up as they look a little blurry.”
- “The art style is very cute, and that's why I gave it two stars, but this was not a good game for me.”
- “A slow, mind-numbing, cash grab game with terrible graphics and art.”
grinding
401 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with many players initially enjoying the experience but later finding it tedious and repetitive, especially in the late game. While some appreciate the idle mechanics and the ability to progress without spending money, others feel that the slow pace and excessive grinding detract from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and a sense of monotony. Suggestions for improvement include adding speed options, scaling rewards, and more diverse content to alleviate the grind.
- “Fun so far, check the inbox and you get 60 new 'sunmons' so it isn't too grindy to start off with, which is great.”
- “It's cute, not too grindy.”
- “First, it's not grindy; just leave your phone on while you go do something else.”
- “It is really fun at first but over time it becomes tedious and makes me sleepy sitting here watching monsters slowly coming in, gaining 1 gold for every kill, so I end up closing it after 10 to 15 minutes so I don't fall asleep.”
- “The only issue is late-game, where it becomes more grinding than playing.”
- “The game is enjoyable but becomes really tedious and grindy fast.”
story
155 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its humor and charm, though some find it lacking in depth and content. While the main storyline is engaging, players express a desire for more chapters, side quests, and character backstories to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is seen as a fun backdrop to the gameplay, but improvements in storytelling and additional content could elevate it further.
- “There's a lot of decent tower defense games out there, but I feel like this one stands apart because of its storyline, characters, and an easy-to-navigate interface.”
- “Great, great story to it, it's definitely the best tower defense game I've ever played because it's so beautifully made with powers and monsters. It's easy to make money and I think it's just a great game. I definitely recommend something like this to use your time; it is very fun.”
- “Love the graphics and story.”
- “I love this little game good for time killing... but when playing the game I noticed that the story is pretty short.”
- “There is only 2 chapters then they have special quests which take a lot of grinding to do for levels and specific monsters.”
- “This game is not even a game, it's not finished in my opinion, there's no real content, no daily sign in, not actual weekly/monthly events, no story, no PvP, not actual missions (the ones are pretty bad/useless).”
stability
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly when interacting with ads or during specific gameplay moments. While some players praise the lack of major glitches and smooth navigation, others express frustration over persistent bugs that disrupt their experience, especially when switching between online and offline modes. Overall, while the game has potential, significant improvements are needed to enhance its stability and reliability.
- “Amazing game with no glitches!”
- “Ya and the game overall is smooth and bug free, so well done.”
- “It's genius from the summons, wacky art style, cool characters, hard characters to beat, but it's possible. No glitches, and the best part is that it's not pay to win. That's why I gave it five stars; I would suggest this game to anyone.”
- “The worst part is on Volcano Goddess; my game freezes on wave 22, and then when I close the app and come back in, it counts it as a loss after every freeze.”
- “Whenever I try to watch an ad for a reward, at the point when the ad is over, the app freezes. I have tried to leave my phone alone to work out the problem, but the game just crashes.”
- “This game is so buggy and needs heavy improvement.”
emotional
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised by players, who appreciate its wholesome and sincere advertising that resonates with them. Many users express a deep connection to the game's charm and heartfelt messaging, often citing the ads as the reason for downloading it. Despite some concerns about gameplay pacing and ad invasiveness, the overall sentiment remains positive, highlighting the game's ability to evoke genuine feelings of joy and nostalgia.
- “I love this game, and give it five stars for how wholesome and truthful it is to itself and its players.”
- “It was a really heartfelt message and just for that I will rate it 5.”
- “This is such a cute and wholesome game that deserves all the love and support. I'm already in love with the art as well.”
music
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its calm and fitting nature, while others find it repetitive and lacking variety. Many users enjoy the soundtrack and its integration with the game's aesthetic, but there are calls for additional tracks to enhance the experience. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, its repetitiveness can detract from long-term enjoyment.
- “Awesome graphics, calm and intense music, unique monsters and enemies, powers, and so much more!”
- “Great game, great art style 👌, great music 🎶! I love the medieval music and I love the strategy you have to plan out. It's a great game and I'm hoping for a remaster someday.”
- “Absolutely in love with it ... hats off to the advertising team; and the gameplay and music is also so satisfying ... worth 5 stars.”
- “The only thing I do not like about the game is the music; it gets repetitive after you play for multiple hours. Other than that, I like the game.”
- “Kinda cringe and low effort; the animations are so fast and half of it are cut out, but the drawings are good. I'll give it 1 star because the music was so annoying and not that hype.”
- “I just hope the background music and sound effects would be improved.”
character development
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is highly praised for its adorable and unique designs, which many players find to be the standout feature. Reviewers appreciate the creativity and appeal of the character art, noting that it enhances the overall enjoyment of the game, even if the gameplay itself can be somewhat repetitive. Overall, the cute character designs contribute significantly to the game's charm and addictiveness.
- “The character designs are great as well as the skill animations.”
- “I really like the character designs; they are so cute and the game is really addicting. I really recommend it!”
- “Very boring, but cute character designs.”
- “This game is a good example of tower defense games and it has a unique idea of character development and upgrades.”
- “The character designs are cute and pretty.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is well-optimized for most devices, delivering smooth performance and impressive animations, particularly on standard smartphones. However, some users report issues with optimization on specific devices, such as Samsung foldable phones. Despite minor bugs that may affect a few players, the majority find the game runs efficiently and without significant problems.
- “The graphics are HD but don't hinder the performance.”
- “Excellent performance game.”
- “Very good game, I love how the game runs smoothly without problems, and especially the meme characters. Overall, all I gotta say is I love this game.”
- “Pros is that it's optimized, this is a 2D game though, so that isn't even much of an achievement really.”
- “Using the OnePlus, which should never have any stuttering animations from a simple game.”
- “Terribly optimized for Samsung foldable phones.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players appreciate the game's replayability due to its engaging gameplay and absence of energy limits, allowing for continuous progression and team improvement. While many find it enjoyable and simple, some express concerns about hitting progression walls that diminish long-term replay value. The lack of intrusive ads further enhances the experience, making it more appealing for repeated play.
- “The gameplay is great and the modes have good replayability.”
- “I like how there is no 'energy' and the gems, orbs, and gold all drop on common replayable stages, so the more you play, the better your team. Go developer Pixio!”
- “Very fun, and it's got pretty good replay value, even though it's a tower defense game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a cartoonish and fun aesthetic, complemented by a cute art style and a calm ambiance. However, this appealing atmosphere tends to mask the underlying underwhelming gameplay.
- “Nice and simple game with a cute art style and calm atmosphere.”