Thronebreaker

About

Thronebreaker is a casual, single-player role-playing game set in the world of The Witcher. With an interesting plot, splendid gameplay, compelling graphics, and a good soundtrack, players become immersed in a captivating adventure, making decisions that alter the course of the story. This game offers a unique experience for both new and returning fans of the Witcher franchise.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 603 reviews

story47 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game features an engaging story with excellent voice acting and a captivating atmosphere, making it a worthy addition to the Witcher universe.
The graphics and music are top-notch, enhancing the overall immersive experience of the game.
The gameplay combines card mechanics with RPG elements, providing a unique and enjoyable experience for fans of both genres.

The save system is frustrating, as it only allows for autosaving and does not permit manual saves, making it difficult to backtrack after making poor choices.
Many players have reported bugs and technical issues, particularly during the tutorial and initial battles, which can hinder progress.
The requirement for an internet connection to play, even in single-player mode, has disappointed users who expected a fully offline experience.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
40%
4%
The game's story is widely praised for its epic narrative, engaging characters, and excellent voice acting, creating a captivating atmosphere that resonates with players. Many reviewers highlight the integration of RPG storytelling elements and player choices that significantly impact the storyline, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users express frustration over gameplay mechanics and the need to pay for the full story, which detracts from their enjoyment.
- “The story, the music, the voice acting, and the whole atmosphere is amazing.”
- “Fantastic game with a very well written and thought-out story, with your decisions affecting your party and possibly even their untimely fates!”
- “Phenomenal story, seriously don't sleep on this game.”
- “Just average at every level... a pointless card game with only one viable solution to any encounter and a story that almost bored me to tears.”
- “The game is pretty good but the fact you have to pay for the full story is pretty scummy.”
- “Full story must be paid for; this game makes me bored.”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
45%
8%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth mechanics and engaging card battles, while others criticize issues like poor target selection, confusing rules, and a frustrating save system. Many appreciate the integration of story and gameplay, but some feel that the card mechanics could be better suited for single-player experiences. Overall, while the game offers compelling elements, it also suffers from bugs and design choices that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Very simple game mechanics and cunning puzzles/battles with cards.”
- “Fun gameplay in everything, from the battles to exploring and dealing with situations.”
- “Fantastic story, wonderful art and great gameplay!”
- “Terrible save mechanic, and the gameplay has turned Gwent, one of the most enjoyable aspects of The Witcher 3 in my opinion, into a single-solution puzzle.”
- “But some of the gameplay rules seem broken.”
- “I am confused and do not feel entertained at all. I was about to recommend this game to my friend, but we are all disappointed with the gameplay.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
16%
12%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive high praise for their beauty and immersive quality, with many users highlighting the excellent art style and animation that enhance the storytelling experience. However, some players express concerns about low resolution on certain devices and the lack of graphical settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, there are minor issues reported, such as graphical glitches during gameplay and a desire for improved movement mechanics.
- “Beautiful graphics, fully voiced dialogue, an expansive world, and a compelling story make this one of the best mobile games I've ever played.”
- “Great story, fantastic graphics; the world comes to life as you navigate the map.”
- “Best storyline, best graphics, best mechanics, great atmosphere; this game has it all, be sure to download it if you're a true Witcher fan.”
- “Sometimes used card graphic layers get stuck in your hand and hide another card. In some battles, the target selection mechanic stops working, and I can't finish the fight. It makes my phone quite hot and uses up a lot of my battery.”
- “Great game overall, bought the full version, but one thing bothers me - low resolution graphics. That could be due to my phone, but anyway, there are no graphical settings at all, and that is really sad.”
- “It calls itself an RPG, but card-based gameplay is boring, and for a game of this size, there is no reason to have static graphics in the cutscenes.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is widely praised for its superb quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting its immersive qualities and perfect fit within the game's narrative. The soundtrack, along with excellent voice acting and sound effects, contributes significantly to the game's engaging experience, making it a standout feature that complements the rich lore and character development. Overall, the music is considered a key element that elevates the game's enjoyment and immersion.
- “The audio (music, voice acting, sound effects) is superb in both English and German.”
- “The story, the music, the voice acting, and the whole atmosphere is amazing.”
- “Also have an amazing soundtrack and beautiful artwork that improve the immersion.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some users experiencing significant bugs and freezing issues, particularly after the first round or during the tutorial. However, others report a smooth experience without glitches, suggesting that performance may vary based on device quality. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability concerns are notable.
- “The game downloaded perfectly, and I'm playing it without any freezing, glitches, or bugs. The interface is a bit small, but it's worth every penny.”
- “I haven't experienced any stability issues while playing. Everything runs smoothly, and I appreciate the seamless gameplay.”
- “No crashes or bugs to report! The game runs reliably, making for an enjoyable experience overall.”
- “A little buggy.”
- “Freezes after first round.”
- “Great game, but buggy.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its reliance on in-app purchases and misleading advertising, leading players to feel it is a pay-to-play model rather than a genuinely free experience. Users suggest that a better approach would have been to disable in-app purchases when offline, highlighting frustrations with the game's cash grab tactics.
- “The message seeks the excuse of checking the downloadable content (in-app purchases), but a much smarter solution would have been to disable any in-app purchased content if the game was started offline.”
- “You should have said it was a pay-to-play game... I thought it was a free one with ads, lol.”
- “Cash grab”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by its engaging music, rich lore, and a compelling narrative that evokes a Witcher-like experience with morally complex choices. Reviewers highlight the impressive graphics and voice acting, contributing to an immersive and enjoyable overall ambiance.
- “This game is a lot of fun with plenty of awesome music, atmosphere, lore, and Witcher-like lesser evil choices leading to grim outcomes.”
- “The story, the music, the voice acting, and the whole atmosphere is amazing.”
- “Best storyline, best graphics, best mechanics, great atmosphere; this game has it all. Be sure to download it if you're a true Witcher fan.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often involving repetitive battles and extensive exploration for loot, which can feel exhausting due to the small scale of the environment.
- “Besides that, most of your time will be spent running around the map hunting for loot, which is tedious and tiring because everything is so tiny.”
- “It can be quite lengthy and tedious at times when fighting the same types of battles over and over.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users indicate that the game lacks replayability, particularly criticizing the puzzles for offering no incentive to replay them. Additionally, there is a request for options to enhance text visibility before gameplay, suggesting accessibility concerns that may affect overall enjoyment.
- “Puzzles have zero replayability.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful incentives to replay.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little reason to go back.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-integrated with its lore and dark themes, providing a unique blend of comedy and foreboding. Players appreciate the amusing elements, particularly the ability to play multiple copies of cards, which adds a humorous twist to the gameplay.
- “The lore, the humor, the foreboding dark future, and Gwent are all rolled up nicely in this game!”
- “It's really funny that you get to play a lot of copies.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to download without issues and runs smoothly, indicating good optimization.
- “Downloaded fine for me and runs smoothly.”