Tarisland

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Tarisland, a cross-platform game that brings back the fun of iconic MMORPGs

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51%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,811 reviews

graphics74 positive mentions

monetization21 negative mentions

Excellent RPG with great graphics and easy-to-use controls.
Immersive gameplay with varied quests, dungeons, and character customization.
Fun for both casual and hardcore players, reminiscent of classic MMORPGs.

Frequent crashes and lag issues make the game unplayable for many users.
Gender-locked classes and limited character customization frustrate players.
Heavy reliance on microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics detracts from the experience.

graphics
142 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
39%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their beauty and high quality, particularly on mobile devices. However, numerous players report significant performance issues, including lag, frame rate drops, and crashes, which detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the visual style reminiscent of classic MMORPGs, others criticize the lack of innovation and optimization, leading to frustration with gameplay.
- “The graphics are fantastic for mobile, the gameplay is smooth, and they replicated a few characteristics of classic WoW very nicely.”
- “Easily the best mobile MMO to have ever come out, the story, the raids, the dungeons, the visuals all feel like they have thought and care put into them and come together to form a beautiful package.”
- “The game offers a beautifully crafted world with stunning graphics, dynamic gameplay, and a deep storyline that keeps you hooked.”
- “The graphics, the fonts, the UI is really terrible for such a large-sized game.”
- “Sub-par graphics for 2024 that overheat the device.”
- “The graphics are poor and the character design is non-existent; those minotaurs look like guys with snout masks, just a bad game all in all.”
gameplay
124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
55%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its solid mechanics and unique features reminiscent of classic MMORPGs, while others criticize it for being laggy, clunky, and overly simplistic. Many users noted that the combat can feel dull and repetitive, especially during intense moments, and that the mechanics can be challenging to navigate on mobile devices. Overall, while the graphics are praised, the gameplay experience is often marred by technical issues and a lack of depth.
- “The gameplay is pretty solid, and has some pretty cool mechanics that I haven't seen in any mobile MMOs.”
- “The game offers a beautifully crafted world with stunning graphics, dynamic gameplay, and a deep storyline that keeps you hooked.”
- “No auto play, voiced NPCs, good graphics, and gameplay feels pretty smooth.”
- “I've noticed frequent lag, especially during more intense moments, which really disrupts the gameplay experience.”
- “Combat and gameplay is clumsy and awkward.”
- “The gameplay is just bad.”
story
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
62%
14%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it generic and lacking depth, often comparing it unfavorably to established titles like World of Warcraft. While some appreciate the initial storyline and graphics, they criticize the pacing, repetitive quests, and lack of engaging content after reaching higher levels. Overall, the narrative seems to struggle with coherence and innovation, leading to a sense of disconnection among players as they progress.
- “Easily the best mobile MMO to have ever come out, the story, the raids, the dungeons, the visuals all feel like they have thought and care put into them and come together to form a beautiful package.”
- “The game offers a beautifully crafted world with stunning graphics, dynamic gameplay, and a deep storyline that keeps you hooked.”
- “I know it's a brand new game, but I really like the story so far.”
- “I can see why people left because now the story makes 0 sense.”
- “The storyline is so generic it feels like they didn't even try.”
- “The game is zero challenge and the plot makes no sense.”
optimization
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
36%
32%
The game's optimization is a major concern among players, with many reporting significant performance issues, especially on mobile devices. While the graphics and overall design are praised, the frequent stuttering, lag, and crashes detract from the experience, indicating a need for substantial improvements in optimization across various platforms. Players express frustration over the game's inability to run smoothly even on higher-end devices, highlighting the urgent need for better performance adjustments.
- “Improving the game's performance and reducing lag would greatly enhance the overall experience and make it much more enjoyable for players.”
- “But the overall design, vibes, and graphical optimization is superb.”
- “Great game but still need optimization; still unplayable due to unstable server. I will wait for a month before I play it; hope you fix it.”
- “The game has a lot of potential, but its lack of optimization is a significant issue that needs to be fixed.”
- “While the game is really good for an MMORPG and potentially the successor to World of Warcraft, it fails to give a good experience for mobile gamers as the optimization is so poor.”
- “Very disappointed playing on a Galaxy S23 Ultra; on default settings, I get 19-25 fps on 1080p HD, with a maximum of 49 fps. Please optimize it so I can get at least 60 fps.”
monetization
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
19%
68%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it as a cash grab that leans heavily on microtransactions, particularly for cosmetic items. While some argue that the game is not pay-to-win, the high costs of in-game purchases and the lack of meaningful rewards for spending have left users feeling exploited. Overall, the monetization approach appears to prioritize profit over player experience, leading to disappointment among the community.
- “I don't understand people saying it's pay to win because most of the microtransactions I see are for cosmetics.”
- “Graphics are good, performance is okay, and the monetization is fair.”
- “Still have to play some more until I see some flaws; it looks like gear doesn't change your appearance (possibly to sell skins in the shop) if the only monetization from the game is going to be selling outfits.”
- “This is just a cash grab.”
- “Clearly game is a cash grab, soon will be a p2w game, uninstalled.”
- “Shameless predatory monetization that completely ruins an otherwise enjoyable experience.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
87%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, lag, and complete freezes, particularly during multiplayer interactions and loading screens. While some players note that the game performs well on certain devices, the overall experience is marred by persistent bugs and connectivity issues, leading to frustration and a lack of enjoyment.
- “The game runs great and looks amazing.”
- “The game runs smoothly on my phone, even on high settings.”
- “But I can't even get more than 2 minutes in before it glitches out.”
- “Couple things that are wrong with this game in my opinion is that this game lags and glitches every time there are multiple online players in the same location, even when passing by one another.”
- “Unbelievable lag...even when starting the game, it just freezes non-stop and I die.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
91%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the challenge and depth it offers, many criticize it for being repetitive and tedious, particularly in PvE content and dungeon mechanics. The need for memorization and the lack of viable leveling options through mob grinding contribute to a sense of frustration, especially for new players. Overall, while the game has potential, the grinding elements can detract from the enjoyment for some users.
- “No grinding; you can reach max level in a few days.”
- “The game strikes a perfect balance, allowing for progression without tedious grinding.”
- “I love how the game rewards you for playing without forcing you into endless grinding.”
- “There is quite a bit of PvE gameplay, but it can get a bit repetitive with the same events rotated, which makes it feel a bit grindy.”
- “The experience is tedious, cumbersome, and very tiring; if I had time to do any of that, I would play a dozen other much better games.”
- “Grinding on mobs isn't viable for leveling and there are no other quests.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Character development in the game is criticized for its limited options and amateurish design, leading to a lack of aesthetic appeal and emotional connection with the characters. Players express disappointment over gender-locked classes and a reset of player progress, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the quest and story elements, the overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction with character progression and design.
- “I wanted to like this game so much because the character designs and graphics are beautiful.”
- “It is a legit MMORPG without auto-play, and it has a great quest/story and graphics that enhance character development.”
- “Character design is extremely amateur; I don't feel attracted to any of the characters aesthetically. Character creation options are also really limited.”
- “Dev reset player progress instead of making a new system for character development.”
- “The combat system is just trash, the graphics are poor, and the character design is non-existent. Those minotaurs look like guys with snout masks.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Reviews highlight a lack of emotional engagement in the game, citing poor character customization, a tedious story, and repetitive gameplay as major drawbacks. Players express disappointment with the overall experience, describing it as boring and frustrating, which detracts from any potential emotional connection to the game.
- “The character customization options are lacking, and the time-locked PvP feels frustrating. There's no real incentive to explore, and the story and voice acting are both boring. Overall, the gameplay is repetitive and the optimization is extremely poor.”
- “This is the most disappointing game I have ever played. The story is dull, the gameplay is unengaging, and the pay-to-win mechanics ruin the experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it good and fitting, others describe it as uninspiring and generic. Overall, the soundtrack does not seem to leave a strong impression, contributing to a sense of disappointment alongside other aspects of the game.
- “Tauren look weird, you're immediately the special hero, but the story is somewhat interesting. It handholds too much like modern WoW, gameplay is fine, visually (both style and graphically) it's great, and the music is good.”
- “The gameplay is lacking, the combat system is uninspired, and the background music is forgettable. This game feels poorly prepared for launch, and I am so disappointed.”
- “Strike 5: uninspiring generic art style, music, and story, along with bad voice acting and writing.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally find the game's replayability lacking, with some describing it as potentially boring and reminiscent of a typical mobile game experience.
- “Even if the game were playable, from what I could see, it looks like an extremely boring mobile game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive, "wow-like" quality, complemented by engaging daily quests and a solid crafting system, leading to a perfect score from users.
- “Daily quests, a good crafting system, and a very nice WoW-like atmosphere... 5/5 for sure.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its lightheartedness, with players finding it amusing that it is being referred to as a Chinese replacement for World of Warcraft.