The Great Tournament

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The Great Tournament is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Hosted Games and was released on February 9, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"The Great Tournament" is a text-based interactive fantasy novel where you play as a young peasant boy becoming a knight. Train in jousts, archery, and melee competitions, and make choices that determine your attributes, skills, and the story's outcome. Your path could lead to becoming a hero, taking control of the kingdom, or one of the multiple endings available.

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story3.2k positive mentions

monetization129 negative mentions

Engaging and immersive storyline that keeps players hooked from start to finish.
Multiple choices and outcomes provide high replayability, allowing players to explore different paths.
Well-developed characters that players can form emotional connections with throughout the game.

Frequent spelling and grammatical errors detract from the overall experience.
Lack of checkpoints or save options can lead to frustration if players make a wrong choice.
Some players found the ending abrupt and unsatisfying, feeling rushed compared to the rest of the story.

story
4,548 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its depth, engaging characters, and the significant impact of player choices on the narrative. Reviewers noted that the story is immersive and emotionally resonant, often drawing them in for hours, despite some criticism regarding grammatical errors and occasional predictability. Overall, the game is celebrated for its compelling storytelling and replayability, making it a standout in the interactive fiction genre.
- “The characters are in-depth and the story is amazing with good twists, truly emotional moments and a plot that you as a player have a huge impact on and can drastically change the path of the story.”
- “Truly engaging story and characters, choices that matter, and multiple fleshed-out outcomes to discover.”
- “The story is immersive; once I started playing, I couldn't stop because I kept wanting to know what happens next to my character, who you can name and shape throughout the game to be exactly how you want them to be.”
- “The story is surprisingly deep in places.”
- “Many parts of the story, including the conclusion, were done with a quick gloss over.”
- “The story isn't the most original and some characters are criminally underdeveloped, but it was still super fun and could get intense at times.”
gameplay
208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and the impact of player choices, providing a rich, immersive experience that enhances the storytelling. While some users noted issues with tedious mechanics and minor bugs, the overall consensus highlights the replayability and depth of the gameplay, making it enjoyable despite occasional flaws. Many reviews emphasize the unique blend of narrative and interactive elements, contributing to a captivating adventure that keeps players invested.
- “The impact of all the choices you will make, the weight of the responsibility of the protagonist, the conflict, the excitement, the length and depth, and the uniqueness of certain mechanics of the game are simply perfect and very well written.”
- “The gameplay is magnificent; how you evolve from peasant to knight is unimaginable. The rush you feel when playing the game is of a godly nature.”
- “Overall amazing gameplay mixed with good storytelling that leaves you wanting more.”
- “Some of the mechanics can get tedious, but luckily those portions aren't a substantial part of the game.”
- “The gameplay is just clicking on a button and having no effect on the world.”
- “Featuring annoying ads, in-game mechanics that are unusable (the entire city management mechanic comes to mind, completely useless and does nothing for the story), and arbitrary story decisions that the game makes for you, this is a complete waste of memory and I am incredibly regretful I dumped two hours of my life into it.”
monetization
144 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the monetization strategy of the game is well-received, with many users appreciating its free-to-play model supported by minimal and non-intrusive ads. Players report that ads are infrequent and easy to skip, enhancing the overall experience without feeling overwhelmed by advertisements. While some users express willingness to pay to remove ads, the general consensus is that the game offers a satisfying experience without requiring additional purchases.
- “No ads, no requests for reviews, so fun... and you will never regret it!”
- “Fantastic story and almost no ads.”
- “Great app that reads like a book, the RPG elements are forgiving and the ads are nonexistent or not in the way of the reading.”
- “Not because it's paid, I gladly paid (which I never do first time buying anything on the Play Store but it's just that good) but it just felt like a quick cash grab and when it ended I thought to myself 'that's it?' however the first game is amazing.”
- “Yes, it's free, and great for free, but since they are trying to sell it as a premium product with in-app purchases it is not very polished, and that is why I am being more critical about it.”
- “Distracting ads on every page, and definitely not worth the price to remove them (£4.99).”
replayability
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a high degree of replayability, with multiple paths and endings that encourage players to explore different choices and strategies. While many users appreciate the engaging story and the variety of outcomes, some express concerns about repetitive text and limited replay value after several playthroughs. Overall, it is seen as a fun and immersive experience with significant replay potential, despite some criticisms regarding its execution.
- “Has a very interesting time and travel system in the later half that takes a lot of preplanning and strategy to take full advantage of, as well as many paths that make use of your stats, adding a lot of replayability.”
- “This game has loads of replay value; the story can go many directions, pretty much only at the end though, but still so many directions and secrets in the game.”
- “Great story, great choices, fun character building, and loads of replay value.”
- “The only complaint I have is there's not much replay value.”
- “Sadly it doesn't seem to have any replayability either because nothing really changes too dramatically.”
- “Little to no replay value.”
graphics
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are minimal to non-existent, with many players emphasizing that the lack of visual elements does not detract from the overall experience. Instead, the focus on storytelling and player choices allows for a compelling narrative that engages the imagination, proving that a strong story can outweigh the need for flashy graphics. While some users expressed a desire for more artwork and better visual representation, the consensus is that the game's strength lies in its narrative depth rather than its graphical presentation.
- “It's amazing how little you need graphics when the story draws you in so much.”
- “No graphics, just pure story powered by imagination!”
- “Proves that fancy graphics don't make an awesome game.”
- “There is no graphics.”
- “The graphics in this game are pretty much non-existent; however, what it lacks in design it more than makes up for in storytelling.”
- “Firstly, as obviously seen, the visual graphics are severely plain and dull. You guys need to work on the graphic art, specifically the illustration of characters.”
emotional
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players expressing deep attachments to the characters and their journeys, often leading to tears and heartfelt moments. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak, driven by impactful choices and a gripping narrative. Overall, it is described as an immersive experience that resonates long after completion, making it a memorable and emotionally engaging adventure.
- “The characters are in-depth and the story is amazing with good twists, truly emotional moments and a plot that you as a player have a huge impact on and can drastically change the path of the story.”
- “I loved the game; at the end of it, I felt my heart racing, hoping that I would finish the game because I got so emotionally attached to the characters and the story.”
- “This is one of the most emotional and satisfying stories I've read in a long, long time.”
- “The story was dull and lacked any emotional depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The writing felt uninspired and the dialogue was cringeworthy, which detracted from any potential emotional impact.”
- “I found the narrative to be poorly constructed, with grammar issues that made it difficult to engage with the emotional themes.”
character development
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in this game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its depth and ability to evoke emotional responses from players. While some noted that certain characters could benefit from more expansion, the overall consensus is that the characters are well-realized, relatable, and contribute significantly to the immersive storytelling experience. Despite a few critiques regarding pacing and limited opportunities for development, the game's character arcs and interactions are generally considered a standout feature.
- “The characters aren't perfect, but they're well-realized and make you root for them (there's only so much character development you can fit into an interactive novel).”
- “The character development and the build up of the story is so amazing.”
- “Just finished this game with a score of 103 on medium difficulty, the story of this game was absolutely fantastic, with great character development and a Game of Thrones-like theme I found it hard to put my phone down at times it was so addicting.”
- “There are enough details to paint a picture, but not enough character development to understand your favorite characters.”
- “It's nice, but a little lackluster at times, and not a lot of character development.”
- “I felt however as if it was a little short and the romances and character development was rather... rushed.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players noting its ability to evoke laughter through clever dialogue and amusing character interactions, particularly with characters like Sir Robert. Many found the blend of humor and emotional moments effective, creating an engaging and immersive experience. Overall, the game's comedic elements, combined with its intriguing storyline, contribute significantly to its appeal.
- “The story had me laughing at some parts and almost crying at others.”
- “I was genuinely surprised with the twists in the story, and it even made me laugh out loud a couple of times.”
- “Absolutely amazing, funny, and engaging.”
- “I found a funny glitch at the very end where it tells you how many children you have. If you go to stats and exit back out, the number changes, and it's just funny.”
- “The humor in the game feels forced and often falls flat, making it hard to enjoy the comedic moments.”
- “While there are some funny moments, they are few and far between, leaving the overall humor lacking.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized due to various glitches, including freezing on the stats screen, gameplay bugs, and spelling errors, which can detract from the overall experience. While some players report minimal issues that do not significantly impact gameplay, others express frustration over losing progress and encountering persistent bugs. Overall, the game is enjoyable but marred by stability concerns that developers need to address.
- “Only problem I had were occasional glitches where I had to reinstall the app (which made me lose all my progress multiple times).”
- “I love text-based games like this and it's a pretty good example. One (fairly significant) problem is that every so often when you view your stats screen, the game freezes, so depending on how far in you are, it can be super annoying.”
- “Great story, buggy gameplay, and bad editing.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that while some aspects of grinding in the game can feel tedious, particularly during preparation phases and repetitive tasks like attending tournaments, the overall experience is enriched by excellent storytelling and engaging choice-making. Many players appreciate that the game avoids traditional grind mechanics, such as energy bars or pay-to-win elements, allowing for a more enjoyable and immersive experience despite occasional pacing issues. Overall, the game strikes a balance between necessary preparation and enjoyable gameplay, making the grind feel less burdensome.
- “The game offers an amazing, detailed story with RPG elements, and surprisingly, no grinding is necessary.”
- “Sure you can go back through and make changes in choices, but it becomes tedious and feels like a chore just to see a different outcome.”
- “Once I hit the 300 days of preparation for the tournament, it got tedious.”
- “While it works perfectly fine, with no bugs, the narrative is entirely tedious and it suffers from some serious pacing problems, especially with regards to its 'strategy' gameplay moments.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players appreciate the game's compelling story but express a strong desire for the addition of music and sound effects to enhance the experience. Many feel that while the narrative is engaging enough to stand on its own, background music could significantly elevate the emotional impact and immersion. Some users even suggest specific types of music that could complement key moments in the game.
- “Playing it while listening to a medieval soundtrack is just awesome.”
- “Great game (in a good way feels more like a book to me) and I would like to suggest to maybe add music or just add more choices.”
- “It's just unbelievable how can a game be this perfect without any music or crazy graphics.”
- “I haven't finished it yet, but it has a great story. I wish there was background music.”
- “Great game (in a good way feels more like a book to me) and I would like to suggest adding music or just more choices.”
- “I kind of wish there were sound effects or music and more visuals too.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its superb storytelling and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players noted that certain anachronisms detract from the intended ambiance. Overall, it is regarded as one of the best RPGs, effectively blending politics and atmosphere to engage players deeply.
- “The story is superb and has a good atmosphere to it.”
- “Loved the atmosphere and storyline based on your previous choices.”
- “This game has been greatly entertaining; I feel that it immersed me in the atmosphere of this amazing story.”
- “I like the premise, and the story seems interesting, but I can't handle the American anachronisms that dispel the atmosphere of the game.”
- “In short, this is one of the best RPGs I have ever played with proper politics and atmosphere.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is praised for its exceptional performance, contributing to a smooth gameplay experience. However, some users note that further polishing of the story and software could enhance the overall quality, despite the unbeatable price-performance ratio. Language errors are mentioned as a minor drawback.
- “Exceptional performance.”
- “This story is the best one yet... I love how everything runs smoothly and it makes me want to have a sequel to it.”
- “With some polishing of the story and optimization of the software, this could be a 4-4.5 app.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent crashes and long loading times.”
- “Performance issues make it hard to enjoy the game, as it often stutters and lags.”

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The Great Tournament is a casual role playing game.

The Great Tournament is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing The Great Tournament.

The Great Tournament was released on February 9, 2018.

The Great Tournament was developed by Hosted Games.

The Great Tournament has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

The Great Tournament is a single player game.

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