Vampire's Fall: Origins RPG

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Vampire's Fall: Origins RPG is a turn-based game with old-school appeal, offering a compelling story, perfect mechanics, fantastic graphics, and wonderful music. However, it can be very grinding, has frequent ads, and is full of bugs. Despite these issues, it boasts phenomenal replayability and a darkly atmospheric world, making it a unique and engaging RPG experience.

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

story2k positive mentions

monetization717 negative mentions

Engaging storyline with humorous dialogue that keeps players entertained.
Turn-based combat system that requires strategy and planning, making battles enjoyable.
No pay-to-win mechanics; players can progress without spending money, and ads are optional.

Movement controls can be clunky, leading to frustration when navigating the map.
Difficulty spikes can occur, especially when encountering much stronger enemies unexpectedly.
Some quests lack clear directions, making it challenging to find objectives.

story
4,005 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its engaging plot, humor, and character interactions, drawing players into a rich narrative filled with twists and comedic elements. Many reviewers appreciate the balance between main quests and side missions, which provide depth and variety, although some express a desire for clearer quest markers and more detailed guidance. Overall, the storyline is considered a standout feature, making the game enjoyable and addictive, with players eager for future expansions and additional content.
- “Classic graphic style, great story, and especially fantastic dialogues with a high level of creativity and humor.”
- “The story, graphics, the ambiance, and the characters were beyond my expectations.”
- “The story is just an absolute gem, the sarcasm in certain characters is perfect, and the fact that you really don't need to pay anything to play and get certain items is awesome.”
- “The story is simple and a bit contrived, and the English is inconsistent and poor in places with awkward sentences and spelling errors, but the promise of exploring kept me going through the experience.”
- “I wouldn't have even minded that but pretty only a few quests out from the intro the game totally loses its plot and direction, resulting in a confusing and unrewarding grind for unexplainable reasons.”
- “The only potential downsides is that story choices don't really matter, the story is pretty much set in stone and the grind later in game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of the game has received a mix of praise and criticism, with many players enjoying its engaging mechanics, nostalgic RPG elements, and humor. While the turn-based combat and character customization options are appreciated, some users find the mechanics simplistic or repetitive, and there are calls for improvements in navigation and quest clarity. Overall, the game offers a solid RPG experience with a compelling storyline, though some players express a desire for more depth and variety in gameplay.
- “The weapon options aren't bad, and the mechanics built into the game offer a lot of variations on the playstyle.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are good, and I really love the old school RPG vibe and feel.”
- “Gameplay is extremely fun and the simple but yet very customizable character build gives it great replayability.”
- “When the quest bosses are so much stronger and you have no healing ability in combat, yeah it's garbage gameplay.”
- “Navigation mechanics are clunky; my character gets stuck in fences while moving around town.”
- “The gameplay is solid, and the jokes in the dialogue are pretty funny.”
graphics
1,039 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback from users, with many appreciating the nostalgic, old-school aesthetic reminiscent of classic RPGs like Diablo, while others criticize the visuals as dated or lacking detail, particularly during combat. Overall, players find the graphics acceptable for a mobile game, noting that they complement the engaging storyline and gameplay, though there is a common desire for improvements and more customization options. Despite some graphical shortcomings, the game's charm and immersive experience often outweigh these concerns for many players.
- “The graphics, story, and grinding is just enough to make me play nonstop.”
- “The graphics are great, love the style, one-handed mode takes into consideration so many gamers who need something easy to navigate.”
- “The graphics are very nice and detailed, little trouble for me to navigate my inventory to begin with but now no problem, I'm really enjoying the storyline so far and the kind of open world exploring that you can do.”
- “The graphics, and attempts at humor, leave much to be desired--the game is a bit ugly and wants you to chuckle very badly.”
- “The only issue I have is with graphics -- sometimes I can't tell if rocks are obstacles or part of the ground texture, so I keep walking into them.”
- “Just really bad graphics and movement is cumbersome.”
monetization
942 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. Most reviews highlight that while in-app purchases exist, they are not necessary for progression, allowing players to enjoy the game fully without spending money. Overall, the game strikes a balance between optional ads and reasonable microtransactions, making it a refreshing experience in the mobile gaming landscape.
- “You can make in-game purchases, but there is no pressure to pay anything.”
- “The microtransactions are for cosmetics and again, aren't forced on you at every turn.”
- “The fact that a game of this quality does not require in-app purchases to win or get ahead is amazing.”
- “Good potential, pathetic execution: RPG elements are quite thin as you don't have a lot of options, fights are repetitive and boring, and monetization parts ruin all the fun. For example, 5 fails in a row to upgrade an item at '80%' chance are more than enough to rage quit!”
- “Fun at first, but after a while it gets irritating because in order to receive the loot from the enemy you just killed, you'll have to either watch ads, use crystals (which is the same as paying), or skip it and receive nothing. Imagine you fought a hard battle against an enemy, after you defeat it it drops a unique chest, and you cannot have it because it requires crystals to open.”
- “The game is a cash grab. You get chests that drop with an item and have to buy the currency to open it.”
humor
831 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing and engaging dialogue, often blending dark themes with lighthearted moments. Players appreciate the witty interactions with NPCs, which frequently include meta-humor and references to classic RPG tropes, making the experience both entertaining and immersive. While some find the humor occasionally overdone or out of place, the overall consensus is that it adds a delightful charm to the gameplay, enhancing the enjoyment of quests and character interactions.
- “The writing is great and pretty funny.”
- “Smart and funny writing make the play-through an engaging and worthwhile experience.”
- “The humor is top-notch and always catches me off guard, the art style is very well put together, combat feels challenging, but balanced, death isn't horribly punishing but still takes a bit out of you, and the exploration is fantastic.”
- “It's just not funny and breaks the atmosphere.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
grinding
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Overall, the reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a mixed experience. Many players find it to be a necessary and rewarding aspect of gameplay, providing a sense of challenge and progression, while others feel it can become tedious and overly time-consuming, especially in the early stages or when trying to acquire better gear. The balance of grinding varies, with some players appreciating the old-school RPG feel it brings, while others express frustration over the slow pace of leveling and gold acquisition.
- “I just finished the main campaign and then there's an expansion with the map as big as the first one :) The game is really well-made: not too grindy, with fun dialogues and an intriguing story.”
- “Best old school RPG I've played on a mobile platform, up there with Barb's Tale. Only just got to Easthaven but things seem to be getting even more interesting. The quests are original, like the potion of drunkenness quest line, loads of gear upgrades, no grinding, and the advertising revenue is second to the players' experience, very commendable in this day and age.”
- “Really great game, not too grindy and has a good balance.”
- “The first one (stalker beast I think) is ridiculously difficult for the level you encounter them at, and the amount of grinding you need to do to beat them is unfortunate, as it really kills the momentum of the story.”
- “My main complaint is that enemies are brutally difficult if you wander slightly off the path, and you acquire gold so slowly that getting upgrades to take them on is super tedious.”
- “Grinding for gold can be a bit tedious.”
music
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its atmospheric qualities and nostalgic feel, while others find it repetitive or not fitting the game's tone. Some users highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances immersion, while others express a desire for more variety and the option to turn off the music without muting all sound. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, but improvements and options for customization are frequently requested.
- “The soundtrack is so beautiful; I can't even describe how good the combat system is, no complaints.”
- “The music and sounds are great, calm, and immersive.”
- “The atmosphere is quite nice, and the music is great and helps a lot.”
- “The music isn't wonderful, but it's overlookable.”
- “There's not enough varied music to keep the mood.”
- “Fairly good game, with but one issue, music is awful, cannot stand it, please change.”
stability
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting occasional glitches, freezes, and lag during gameplay, particularly in combat and inventory management. While some users have experienced a relatively smooth experience with minimal issues, others have noted significant disruptions that can hinder progress, especially in PvP scenarios. Overall, while the game shows promise, it requires further optimization to address the stability concerns raised by players.
- “Just started playing but from what I can tell this game is amazing.. and no lag.. no glitches.. artwork is awesome and the quests seem plentiful.”
- “Bug free, solid mechanics and I dig the humor.”
- “So far the game is great I love this storyline I love the fact that it's open world there's no glitches it's not freezing it's a good smooth solid gameplay.”
- “It was great other than the lags, skips, freezes, and when you make the character and play with that character a bit, then exit the game. The next day, you go back to the game, level up after playing for a while, and try to add the new points you get from leveling up, but it lags and won't let you add points or items from your inventory because of the lagging, skipping, and freezing.”
- “The game freezes during PvP as well, and I end up losing because of it.”
- “Game freezes constantly during in-game fight sequences.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its dark, immersive quality reminiscent of classic titles like Diablo and Pillars of Eternity, blending gloomy visuals with engaging sound design and humor. Players appreciate the balance of serious themes and light-hearted dialogue, creating a unique experience that invites exploration and character interaction. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and well-suited for both casual and dedicated gamers, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The atmosphere feels very Diablo-like with enough humor sprinkled in to make the game not feel like a constant tense, depressing slog.”
- “This is not a game but an experience; you can really feel inside this decadent ancient world thanks to the atmosphere and the writing.”
- “The atmosphere is awesome, the world they built is involving.”
- “Dreary atmosphere, dull colors, overall creepiness.”
- “The atmosphere is very drab and hopeless.”
- “There's some light humor in the dark atmosphere, which is a little odd, and the movement control is clunky, but the mechanics of character development are satisfyingly rich.”
character development
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Character development in this RPG is generally praised for its depth and variety, offering players numerous options through skill trees, gear, and combat mechanics. While many reviewers appreciate the engaging storyline and immersive gameplay, some express a desire for even more intricate character progression and interactive elements. Overall, the character development system is seen as a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its replayability and enjoyment.
- “The storyline is interesting, character development seems quite varied with a number of possibilities and the combat is turn-based, with enough time to contemplate combos and abilities instead of just clicking for damage.”
- “Great game, in-depth character development.”
- “Character development is diverse and the storyline is exciting.”
- “There is no character development between the AI and the player.”
- “Feels like there could be some more depth to character development (both story- and stat-wise), but I also haven't gotten too far yet, so we'll see.”
- “Could do with some better tooltips to help understand the impacts of the character development choices.”
replayability
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Overall, the game exhibits high replayability due to its customizable character builds, increasing difficulty through rebirths, and multiple playthrough options influenced by player choices. However, some players noted that the replay value diminishes after the initial experience, particularly due to repetitive quests and limited impactful choices in the story. Despite these criticisms, many found the engaging gameplay and diverse mechanics to provide a compelling reason to revisit the game.
- “A game feature gives you opportunities to undergo increasingly difficult 'rebirths', retaining current stats and gear, so replay value is remarkably high.”
- “The mechanics invite a broad variety of playstyles, making the game engaging and replayable.”
- “It combines humor, an engaging story, and balanced mechanics to produce something that is infinitely replayable.”
- “Low replay value (you begin to hate it after the main quest).”
- “The game has very little replay value once you know these things.”
- “Ok game, no real replay value so I wouldn't waste time with rebirth.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance on higher-end devices, there are significant issues for those using low-spec phones, including lag, stuttering, and crashes. Some users appreciate the minimalistic graphics that contribute to better performance, but others express a desire for improved optimization, particularly regarding controls and resource management. Despite these concerns, the game is generally well-received for its engaging gameplay and story, with hopes for future updates to enhance performance further.
- “It works offline, so great for tube rides home and runs smoothly.”
- “For a mobile game, it is fairly impressive; the game runs smoothly with at least in my experience no issues or glaring problems whatsoever.”
- “Great graphics, well optimized, interesting story.”
- “Also, Gordova City causes major performance issues; the further west in the city you go, the laggier it gets.”
- “There are no graphics or performance customization options, so it feels and looks like the game is running around 20 to 25 fps at most.”
- “Just wish it was optimized for low-spec phones because I cannot play for more than 2 minutes without it crashing.”
emotional
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Players find the game's storyline to be emotionally impactful and touching, often feeling a deep connection to the characters and events, such as the moral conflict of having to kill the witchmaster. Despite some gameplay issues, the overall experience is described as wholesome and immersive, with many expressing appreciation for the developers' efforts in creating a meaningful narrative. However, there are concerns about gameplay mechanics that can detract from the emotional engagement, such as unresponsive controls during critical moments.
- “Nice and touching storyline, fluid controls and nice top down graphics.”
- “But that isn't enough to taint such a stunning and wholesome masterpiece.”
- “Need more freedom.. I mean drink blood anytime, maybe option (eating, sleeping, companion, crafting...) anyway... this game is amazing, it makes you feel like you are there, inside the game. The storyline is touching but sorry I need to kill you.”