Unsung Heroes: Time Management

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Unsung Heroes: Time Management is a simulation game that combines time management and mystery elements. It boasts a stellar story and fabulous gameplay, but is unfortunately full of bugs and has too many ads. Spectacular visuals and engaging gameplay make this time management and mystery game a unique addition to the genre.

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

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 976 reviews

story228 positive mentions

monetization64 negative mentions

The game features beautiful HD graphics and an engaging storyline that immerses players in ancient Chinese culture.
The dual storylines and character designs are captivating, making the gameplay enjoyable and unique.
Players appreciate the educational aspect of the game, learning about historical artifacts while playing.

The game is plagued by bugs and glitches, causing crashes and freezing during gameplay, particularly in later levels.
Many players find the ad frequency excessive, with interruptions occurring after almost every level, which detracts from the overall experience.
The ending is abrupt and leaves many questions unanswered, leading to disappointment among players who were invested in the story.

story
380 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
38%
2%
The story aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its engaging and beautiful narrative, rich character development, and cultural elements. However, several reviews express disappointment with the abrupt or unsatisfactory endings, leaving players wanting more resolution or additional content. Overall, while the storyline captivates and immerses players, the conclusion often feels rushed or incomplete, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
- “The story is engaging and solid, not to mention the artifacts and treasures are gorgeous with detailed explanations.”
- “I love the story and the concept.”
- “The storyline is beautiful at first but it gets complicated because of the bugs.”
- “You are invested in the story and right in the last minute you're pretty much left in the dark.”
- “Just finished the game, it was okay but left the story unfinished in my opinion (even if you get a hint of an epilogue).”
- “I was left completely unsatisfied because they just leave you hanging in regards to the story.”
monetization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game primarily relies on ads, which players can choose to watch to continue gameplay for free or pay to remove. While some users appreciate the option to play without upfront costs, many express frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly after initial levels, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall experience. Despite the annoyance, some players acknowledge the game's quality and are willing to tolerate ads for continued access.
- “At first, I was surprised to see no ads.”
- “And there is nothing to complain about, like no ads and no need to use an internet connection. ☺️☺️”
- “The game is overall awesome, but an error is stopping me from playing after level 5, saying no ads available.”
- “I wasn't a fan of the sudden increase in ads after the first chapter (literally a new ad every time you progressed a step) and they seemed to throttle your ability to gain points so you can find items required to move on.”
- “Forces you to look at 30-second ads to advance gameplay instead of optional ads for rewards, so the game is falsely advertised as free.”
- “I paid for the subscription and yet I had to deal with ads every time I did something.”
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
17%
5%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and high quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside an engaging storyline. While many players appreciate the artistic design and historical elements, some report occasional glitches and performance issues that can detract from gameplay. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are so beautiful!”
- “Impressive concept, engaging storyline, full of historical gems, lovely graphics, smooth controls, a bit challenging even early on... all good!”
- “Amazing graphics and soft and smooth gameplay.”
- “The graphics (or something) slows the gameplay and causes a few glitches if you don't have perfect reception.”
- “I love the graphics and story line but until there is an update that fixes these issues I won't be able to finish it to see the ending.”
- “The story is fine, though some of the graphics weren't that good.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
11%
Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the engaging story and character dynamics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, glitchy, and slow-paced. Many users noted issues with bugs and technical performance that detracted from their experience, although some appreciated the variety in gameplay mechanics. Despite these criticisms, several players found the gameplay enjoyable and fun, particularly when it aligned well with the narrative elements.
- “I love how the gameplay switches between the present and the past and the info I can learn from the relics.”
- “Great gameplay, charming characters and beautiful art.”
- “Fun gameplay and an interesting story.”
- “The graphics slow the gameplay and cause a few glitches if you don't have perfect reception.”
- “This game is infuriating; you can do everything right and it still screws you over. The pause button doesn't work, so you can't just start over when you've failed, which is all the time because it doesn't register when you touch something. The story would be good if the gameplay wasn't so awful.”
- “I really like the story, but everything else is just bland. The gameplay is very repetitive, and neither my score nor coins can be increased by skill or anything. The game becomes really boring, and I want to delete it if not for the story.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences notable stability issues, including frequent freezes and glitches, particularly after watching ads or during gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, the recurring technical difficulties significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “The app freezes when playing more than 5 seconds of an ad, most of the time.”
- “However, my biggest issue with this game is that after you watch the ad to double coins, the game freezes when your screen comes back after you press the 'x', and you can't move forward. You lose the double coins and basically pay Gamehouse to watch an ad. I've seen I'm not the only one to mention this.”
- “It freezes almost after every task.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for its sweetness and fitting ambiance, particularly in relation to the game's Chinese historical themes. While some users find it a bit corny or kitsch, many appreciate its quality and how it enhances the overall experience. However, there are reports of technical issues, such as music cutting off during online play, which detracts from the enjoyment for some players.
- “The main story was great, the graphics were beautiful, and the music was very sweet.”
- “Graphics are also good with excellent music, especially the one that plays at Chateau Lenore.”
- “As a Chinese, I have to say they did it really nice with all the background settings, music, costumes, and everything. 5/5 hands down.”
- “The music is a little corny and kitsch, and some of the gameplay starts to feel repetitive.”
- “I can't hear the music!”
- “The music and sound effects will randomly cut off when I play online or after watching an ad.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in the excavation levels, where repeatedly playing to collect all treasures detracts from the overall enjoyment. While the game is praised for its unique theme, the necessity to replay levels multiple times can diminish the fun.
- “The only part that could've been done better was the excavation levels, which got quite grindy and repetitive.”
- “Great game but really tedious having to play levels so many times to get all the treasures.”
- “Playing levels so many times takes the fun out of the game and makes it tedious.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game deeply emotional, highlighting its creative storyline and impactful ending that evokes strong feelings. Many express a personal connection to the narrative, particularly appreciating the character's journey from vengeance to a more profound realization. Overall, the emotional depth significantly enhances the gaming experience.
- “I can't help but get emotional here.”
- “The storyline is very creative and emotional.”
- “Loved this game; it made me feel like I was in the story and how she thought about vengeance but changed her mind in the end.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game has received criticism for poor optimization, with users reporting issues such as lag, freezing at certain stages, and screen display problems on specific devices like the Oppo A53s, which hinder gameplay and progress.
- “It's a good game, but it looks like it's not optimized for my device.”
- “I love this game; however, the screen isn't optimized for the Oppo A53s. Part of the screen is cut off, making it impossible to get full stars and progress without paying.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is praised for its beautiful design and engaging story, making it a standout aspect of the game for many players.
- “The character design and story are beautiful; it's one of my favorites from this publisher.”
- “The depth of character development really draws you in, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations adding layers to the overall narrative.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is captivating and immersive, leaving a lasting impression on players despite technical issues. The mysterious story enhances the overall experience, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both haunting and beautiful.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a sense of unease that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “Although it crashed within the early stages, I was stunned and can't stop thinking about the atmosphere and the mysterious story!”