Summoners Greed: Tower Defense
- August 14, 2017
- PIXIO
- 4h median play time
Summoners Greed: Tower Defense is a mobile game where you defend your ill-gotten treasure from the King's army of heroes. Strategically place towers and cast spells to hold off the waves of do-gooders, from peasants to knights. Use magical orbs earned from battles to summon minions and monsters to aid in your defense, including slimes and other creatures.
Reviews
- Cute graphics and character designs that appeal to players.
- Optional ads that provide rewards without being intrusive.
- Fun gameplay that combines tower defense with idle mechanics.
- Slow progression that can become tedious, especially in later levels.
- Difficulty spikes that make certain levels nearly impossible without spending money.
- Lack of a speed-up feature for gameplay, making it feel repetitive.
- monetization2,952 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. Many players appreciate the lack of forced ads, noting that ads are optional and provide rewards, which enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users express frustration with the frequency of ads, particularly when they feel compelled to watch them to progress or obtain resources, leading to a perception of the game being overly reliant on ad views for advancement. Overall, while the game's advertising strategy is praised for its humor and honesty, concerns about the balance between gameplay and ad dependency persist.
“I love this game so much, there's no ads, the gameplay loop is wonderful, it's decently challenging, and it's interactive.”
“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.”
“It's a great game with an amazing animation style, no ads, and endless playtime.”
“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.”
“Honestly, the only advertisement ever worked, funny lil dunk on other games, anyway, game itself: pretty good, nothing exceptional so far, but high quality with cute art.”
- gameplay720 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this tower defense game is characterized by its simplicity and charm, featuring cute graphics and straightforward mechanics that appeal to casual players. However, many users find the gameplay to be slow, repetitive, and lacking in depth, with frequent interruptions from ads and a need for a speed-up feature to enhance the experience. While some appreciate the idle mechanics and the absence of forced ads, others express frustration over the grinding nature and limited engagement, leading to a mixed reception overall.
“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 simple, and you don't need to strain your mind to do anything.”
“The gameplay is fantastic, not to mention how sweet and adorable the art style is.”
“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.”
- graphics375 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
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 visuals. While some reviews mention that the graphics could benefit from additional detail or clarity, the overall consensus is that the aesthetic is appealing and enhances the gameplay experience. Additionally, players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, which further contributes to a positive visual and gaming environment.
“I absolutely love this game, the graphics are amazing and the monsters are adorable. It's just 5 stars!”
“The graphics are adorable, and while I find the fact you can't move your units without a restart a bit annoying, it adds an extra level of challenge.”
“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 alright until you realize the sprites are low resolution and not meant to be looked at closely, but are then blown up to be bigger during dialogue.”
“Cute graphics but soulless in every other way, just avoid it.”
- humor362 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is a standout feature, with many players praising the clever and funny advertisements that initially drew them in. The game's character descriptions and monster names also contribute to its lighthearted tone, making it enjoyable and engaging. Overall, the humorous marketing and in-game content create a fun atmosphere that resonates well with players, enhancing their overall experience.
“The game's ads are also pretty funny, so it did a good job on that.”
“I love the game's generous summon rates, humor, and meme ads, but now that I've reached a plateau, the amount of grind required to finish the next stage coupled with the same boring zig-zag map layout being used over and over make me slowly lose interest.”
“I came in for the memes and stayed for the hilarious narrative.”
“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.”
- grinding317 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a major point of contention among players, with many finding it initially enjoyable but ultimately tedious and repetitive. While some appreciate the game's idle mechanics and the ability to progress without spending money, others criticize the slow pace and excessive grinding required, especially in late-game scenarios. Suggestions for improvement include implementing speed-up options and reducing the grind for resources, as many players feel that the current system detracts from overall enjoyment.
“Fun so far, check the inbox and you get 60 new 'summons' 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 come 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 game is enjoyable but becomes really tedious and grindy fast.”
“It's a cute tower defense game, it's grindy, but simple and fun.”
- story105 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as simplistic and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more narrative content and character development. While some appreciate the cute and humorous elements of the storyline, others find it repetitive and insufficient, suggesting the addition of more chapters, side quests, and lore to enhance engagement. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay but leaves players wanting more substantial content.
“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.”
“Amazing storyline, easy game, great graphics.”
“It's a nice game, no ads, and has a pretty cool story; I would recommend it.”
“The story is pretty short.”
“There are 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.”
- stability51 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and crashing, particularly during ad playback and specific gameplay scenarios. While some players appreciate the lack of major glitches and enjoy the overall experience, many express frustration over the game's reliance on ads, which often lead to interruptions and loss of progress. Overall, the game requires substantial improvements to enhance its stability and user experience.
“Amazing game with no glitches!”
“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.”
“The game is cool, but it's so buggy, especially when switching from offline to online.”
- music33 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its calm and fitting nature, while others find it repetitive and annoying after extended play. Many users highlight the music as a positive aspect that enhances the overall experience, though there are calls for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, while the music contributes to the game's charm, 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.”
“This game has a nice calm soundtrack.”
“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.”
- emotional33 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game's emotional appeal, praising its wholesome and sincere advertising that resonates with them on a personal level. Many express a deep appreciation for the game's heartfelt messaging and charming aesthetics, which draw them in and keep them engaged despite some gameplay frustrations. Overall, the emotional connection fostered by the game's marketing and design is a significant factor in its positive reception.
“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.”
- character development28 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the character designs, which are consistently described as cute, cool, and visually appealing. While some players find the gameplay itself somewhat lacking, the character design serves as a significant draw, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, the character development aspect is praised for its aesthetic appeal, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
“The character designs are great as well as the skill animations.”
“Love the art and character design.”
“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.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized for most devices, delivering smooth performance and high-definition graphics without significant issues. However, some users report poor optimization on specific devices, such as Samsung foldable phones, which detracts from the experience. Despite minor bugs and complaints from less informed players, the game generally runs efficiently and is praised for its consistent updates and enjoyable gameplay.
“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.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the game's replayability due to its engaging gameplay and absence of energy restrictions, allowing for continuous play and team improvement. However, some users feel that progression plateaus can diminish long-term replay value, despite the game's fun mechanics and minimal ad interruptions.
“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.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 vibrant atmosphere tends to mask the underlying underwhelming gameplay.
“Nice and simple game with a cute art style and calm atmosphere.”