VALKYRIE CONNECT

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VALKYRIE CONNECT is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Ateam Entertainment Inc. and was released on April 2, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Valkyrie Connect" is a high-fantasy RPG set in a Norse mythology-inspired world, where players collect and upgrade various heroes to participate in co-op and raid battles. Each hero has unique skills and a powerful "Limit Burst" ability that becomes stronger when multiple heroes with the same Limit Burst are assigned to the party, adding strategic depth to party building.

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Audience ScoreBased on 478 reviews

story17 positive mentions

monetization19 negative mentions

Addicting gameplay with a generous gacha system that offers a fair chance at powerful units.
Engaging character designs and strategic battles keep the gameplay interesting.
F2P friendly with frequent events and collaborations that provide ample opportunities for new players.

Extremely low gacha rates make it difficult to obtain desired characters, leading to a pay-to-win environment.
The game lacks voice acting in the PC version, which detracts from the overall experience.
Power creep is significant, making older characters obsolete and forcing players to spend money to stay competitive.

story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Valkyrie Connect" is generally engaging, featuring character progression and a captivating narrative that incorporates Norse mythology, though it is often described as corny and skippable. While some players appreciate the depth and whimsical writing, others criticize the limited main story chapters and the underwhelming rewards, leading to a perception that the story is not essential to gameplay. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable storytelling and character development, but it is often overshadowed by the grind and monetization aspects typical of gacha games.
- “I'm especially drawn to the captivating storyline and the incorporation of Norse gods, adding an intriguing layer of depth to the gameplay experience.”
- “The story is adorable, as are the character designs and models, and it has me coming back time and time again.”
- “Its very interesting to play, amazing storylines and cool heroes to collect.”
- “The main story only has 40 chapters as of right now, and the rewards are frankly underwhelming.”
- “The story for the main quest is pretty corny (but easily skipped).”
- “The story is meh, hardly any gameplay since you can pretty much run auto battling.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
71%
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The gameplay is characterized as engaging yet simplistic, primarily revolving around auto-battling mechanics that require minimal player input. While some players appreciate the depth in team-building and strategy, many criticize the repetitive nature and predatory design of the gacha system, leading to a lack of compelling gameplay. Overall, the experience is mixed, with some enjoying the captivating story and character design, while others find the gameplay lacking in innovation and skill.
- “The gameplay is engaging, and the story is interesting enough to keep you playing.”
- “I'm especially drawn to the captivating storyline and the incorporation of Norse gods, adding an intriguing layer of depth to the gameplay experience.”
- “On the whole, the gameplay is down to selecting your team of heroes based on a wide range of features (position, elemental types, unique skills, passives, effect field resistances, flying/grounded, etc.) and then equipping gear for similar concerns (elemental type, more tank or DPS, control effects, buffs/debuffs, etc.).”
- “It shouldn't be any surprise based on its age, but the gameplay isn't compelling by itself; it's a collect-the-pngs autobattler.”
- “Trash, simplistic auto battle gameplay, worst gacha rates in a game I've seen, and all around predatory design.”
- “Gameplay-wise, the game doesn't really have much to offer since all you need to do is press auto on literally anything.”
monetization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many players noting the heavy reliance on microtransactions and the lack of meaningful free-to-play options. While some users report being able to progress without spending money, the game still heavily promotes diamond purchases and features like ad summons that are absent in the PC version. Overall, the monetization strategy has led to a perception of the game as a pay-to-win experience, particularly in its mobile port.
- “With Norse mythology vibes stronger than Skyrim, it’s a god-tier RPG, but with microtransactions more fearsome than Jörmungandr himself.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't hinder the gameplay experience, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, making it accessible for everyone while still providing optional purchases for those who want to enhance their experience.”
- “With Norse mythology vibes stronger than Skyrim, it’s a god-tier RPG but with microtransactions more fearsome than Jörmungandr himself.”
- “From a fun game with a lot to explore and a thriving in-game community, into a cash grab pay-to-win game where even the first chat channel is sometimes silent for 20 minutes or more.”
- “Valkyrie Connect is a pay-to-win/play mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a nasty, greedy cash grab from morally void mobile app developers.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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31%
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful artwork and character designs, while others find the overall graphical quality subpar, especially in comparison to expectations for a PC version. Many appreciate the fun, pseudo-retro aesthetic, but note issues like blurriness and a lack of depth in certain visuals. Overall, while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they contribute positively to the game's charm for those who enjoy its art style.
- “The characters are amazing looking as well as some of the artwork.”
- “But honestly, it's a very fun game with beautiful graphics, great gameplay, and lots to do including plenty of stuff like connect battles that don't take up your energy.”
- “Artwork is stunning.”
- “Also, the graphics are really subpar along with the sound effects.”
- “If you expect the PC version to have much better graphics and gameplay mechanics, but all of the perks of a mobile game - you'll be hugely disappointed, like I was.”
- “For example, some of the images in the game are slightly blurred, and yes, I've turned the graphics to max.”
grinding
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a significant focus on grinding in the game, with many players expressing frustration over the time-consuming nature of farming for resources and gear. While some appreciate the quality-of-life improvements that streamline the grinding process, others find it tedious and feel that the game does not respect their time, especially with limited in-game currency and diminishing returns on boosted heroes. Overall, the grinding aspect is polarizing, appealing to those who enjoy it while alienating players seeking a more balanced experience.
- “God, I hate this game - grindy as hell.”
- “This game does not respect your time; farming stuff takes absolute ages, and they will offer you stuff to buy with diamonds just to steal them essentially, as most of them are not even worth considering.”
- “In-game currency such as gems is incredibly finite, and farming for it is the slowest I've ever seen in any other gacha.”
character development
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in Valkyrie Connect is highlighted by its engaging storytelling and appealing character designs, which many players find adorable and compelling. However, while the game excels in these areas, it is noted that it does not reach the same level of depth as genre giants like Final Fantasy, and some players feel that the character design quality has declined over time. Overall, the combination of strategic battles and interesting characters keeps players returning, despite some shortcomings in the game's mechanics.
- “A thrilling RPG, Valkyrie Connect excels in storytelling and character development, though it falls short compared to genre giants like Final Fantasy.”
- “The only great thing about this game, and I mean it, it's almost always incredible, is the character design.”
- “The story is adorable, as are the character designs and models, and it has me coming back time and time again.”
- “I thought one thing I noticed is that the character design has gotten lazier.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, lacking any real depth.”
- “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, particularly for its poor performance on PC, with users reporting excessively long loading times and frequent bugs that render it unplayable. While some aspects, like real-time chat and collaboration events, function smoothly, the overall experience is marred by a lack of essential features and a subpar port from the mobile version.
- “The game runs smoothly, the chat messages are real-time, and there are collaboration events that help make this game interesting.”
- “Horrible optimization, over 15 seconds on loading screens.”
- “Trash port of a mediocre mobile game, with most of the features stripped out (no free summons from ads, no voice acting) and completely non-optimized for PC.”
- “Fucking garbage mobile game with no PC optimization whatsoever, bugging out in the loading screen and being stuck there forever (resetting the game makes no difference), making this trash unplayable.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered lackluster and becomes bothersome after extended play, leading some players to mute it in favor of their own background tunes. Despite this, the overall enjoyment of the game remains high, with players finding it fun to engage with while listening to their preferred music.
- “The game is fun! I have enjoyed my time playing it, and I am hoping to put more time into it. It's great fun to play and jam out with some songs in the background.”
- “The music is lackluster and becomes a bother after running the same dungeon for the millionth time.”
- “I stopped listening to any of the sounds in the game because they just don't engage me.”
- “The soundtrack fails to create an immersive experience, making it easy to tune out.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with players finding it particularly amusing and entertaining, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the gacha mechanics.
- “This game is filled with hilarious moments that keep me laughing.”
- “The humor in this gacha game is top-notch and adds a unique charm.”
- “I love how the characters have such witty dialogue that makes every interaction enjoyable.”