Villagers and Heroes

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Villagers and Heroes is a free-to-play MMO game in which players experience the thrill of battling unique monsters, the satisfaction of crafting powerful weapons and gear, and the pleasure of building lasting friendships in a friendly community.

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,694 reviews

story68 positive mentions

grinding103 negative mentions

The game has a friendly and helpful community, making it easy for new players to get assistance.
Crafting and gathering systems are extensive and enjoyable, allowing for a variety of playstyles.
The game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience without the pressure of pay-to-win mechanics.

The combat system is clunky and lacks depth, often requiring players to stand still to attack.
Graphics are outdated and may not appeal to players used to modern MMO visuals.
The game can become repetitive and grindy, especially after reaching certain levels or crafting milestones.

story
278 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
68%
7%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it charming and engaging, while others criticize it as generic and filled with tedious fetch quests. Many reviews highlight the humor and creativity in the dialogue, but also note that the overall narrative lacks depth and can feel repetitive. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements to the story, the quest design and pacing detract from the experience for a significant number of players.
- “The story and dialogue is charming.”
- “A brilliant blend of action and story.”
- “The puns and storyline are entertaining, and the events are something to look forward to.”
- “The storyline lacks any depth; the characters you meet are forgettable.”
- “Nonsensical, boring, generic story.”
- “The quests are very generic and boring (go here, kill this many things, get this many things, return).”
graphics
272 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
57%
17%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are charming yet somewhat outdated, often reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While some appreciate the cartoonish art style and vibrant colors, others criticize the graphics for being basic and lacking detail, leading to a perception of low quality compared to more modern MMORPGs. Overall, the graphics are seen as functional and enjoyable for those who prioritize gameplay over visual fidelity, but they may not satisfy players seeking high-end graphics.
- “The graphics are beautifully animated, and it looks like a cartoon.”
- “Great graphics, music, and community so far; definitely worth a play!”
- “The graphics are quite cartoony, but when you've played most MMOs out there, it's just a representation of this game's flavor.”
- “The graphics are horrible; they look worse than the screenshots and reminded me of Runescape, just completely horrible.”
- “The graphics for the game are actually pretty bad; most of my time in the game I spent creating my character, and no matter what, I couldn't get him to look good.”
- “The graphics are lacking, the controls are uncomfortable, and it is not very engaging or fun.”
gameplay
124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
69%
15%
The gameplay of this game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being repetitive, grindy, and lacking complexity in combat mechanics. While some appreciate the casual and social aspects, others find the quests dull and the overall experience uninspired, particularly after reaching higher levels. Despite some positive remarks about crafting and gathering elements, the general consensus leans towards a lack of engaging gameplay, with many players feeling it falls short compared to other MMORPGs.
- “The questing and much of the gameplay is unique and unlike other games; it's a breath of fresh air.”
- “Probably the best MMO RPG on Steam, after The Elder Scrolls Online. I'd say it's even better than World of Warcraft; it's got that *something* about it that makes me want to play it non-stop, unlike WoW, where I get bored after 1-2 hours. Pretty engaging storyline, nice gameplay elements, pretty good character building, addictive farming, etc. I just can't help but play this game again and again!”
- “Awesome game! I haven't played a lot yet, but the great visual style, wonderful music, and relaxing gameplay is just what the MMO market lacks nowadays.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and feels grindy; the combat is slow-paced with uninspired abilities and little complexity. The animations look clunky, the quests are boring (kill x, collect y), and the leveling is monotonous.”
- “Gameplay-wise, you click an enemy, watch your character bash the enemy into bits, collect loot, rinse and repeat until you get bored as all hell and contemplate life.”
- “Overall, a run-of-the-mill MMORPG with lackluster performance and incredibly uninspired gameplay.”
grinding
103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and monotonous, with many players noting that it requires significant time investment to progress, particularly towards the end game. While some appreciate the blend of farming and combat, they often find the repetitive nature of quests and resource gathering to detract from the overall experience. Despite its grindy elements, the game has a dedicated community and can be enjoyable for those who appreciate casual, leisurely gameplay.
- “Every game has its flaws, and this game has a big element of grinding specifically toward end game.”
- “Grinding to get into one zone rewards you with about 2 hours of new content to do once and then your only choice is to repeat the same thing over and over (and over) until you level up again to allow you into the next zone.... rinse, repeat.”
- “This game is grinding... and lots of it.”
music
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
64%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its soothing and relaxing qualities, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking originality, often recognizing it as royalty-free tracks from platforms like YouTube. While the ambiance is described as chill and fitting for the gameplay, many users express disappointment over the use of stock music that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a low-budget aspect of the game, with some redeeming qualities in its voice acting and thematic fit.
- “The music and ambiance are very chill and nice.”
- “I have to give it credit with the music, very soothing, and not annoying at all when in the same zone for long periods of time.”
- “Awesome game, I haven't played a lot yet but the great visual style, wonderful music and relaxing gameplay is just what the MMO market lacks nowadays.”
- “It's basically a World of Warcraft clone filled with royalty-free music you can find on YouTube.”
- “The music loop is god awful; it makes you want to just try to play in silence.”
- “The music is definitely just free music you can find on YouTube.”
stability
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, freezing, and numerous bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users describe the experience as frustrating due to lag, unresponsive controls, and glitches affecting quests and character movement. Overall, the game's performance issues overshadow its potential, making it difficult for players to enjoy the content.
- “This is quite possibly the glitchiest game I have ever played, from the camera bugging out and trying to act like there's a wall near you while you're in the middle of a field, to teleporting enemies, your character freezing up while walking and teleporting 10 feet to the left randomly, all character animations stopping though you continue to move around motionless, quests bugging out; basically all the horrible glitches that have ever plagued MMOs in the past have all been neatly packed into this one little game.”
- “I found that it was plagued with bugs and glitches; so much so that it wasn't playable.”
- “Worst game I've played... bug-ridden and very unstable... the UI is very cluttered and unorganized... and to top it off, the mouse/movement is the worst thing I've seen in a game in the last 10+ years.”
humor
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Villagers and Heroes" is a standout feature, with players praising its witty quests, cheeky storylines, and amusing character interactions that often elicit genuine laughter. While some critiques mention the game's simplistic graphics and gameplay, many find the humor charming and enjoyable, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends. Overall, the game successfully blends comedic elements with its farming and fantasy themes, appealing to those looking for lighthearted entertainment.
- “The story is fun and funny.”
- “It is really well written; I found myself laughing out loud at some of the quests.”
- “The quests have a sense of humor.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
18%
55%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users reporting poor performance even on high-end systems, leading to issues like overheating and stuttering gameplay. While it runs smoothly on lower-end machines, the overall experience is marred by inconsistent performance, outdated graphics, and a lack of polish, making it feel unfinished. Despite some appealing features, the game's optimization issues significantly detract from its potential enjoyment.
- “Runs smoothly on old machines.”
- “Great graphics, great graphics optimization, great gameplay, combat, and crafting.”
- “It's not a bad game to waste your time, but it really needs better optimization.”
- “There were times on my system with a 6-core 4GHz processor, 12GB of RAM, and an R9 Fury that the system began to overheat because of how messy and unoptimized this game is.”
- “Character creation seemed neat, and maybe even like what's missing from a lot of MMOs these days, but the optimization is just too poor for me to stomach.”
- “The coding for the game is obviously not optimized, as even on normal settings, I found myself with only 38-40 FPS, on a rig that can run Crysis 2 on max settings and still get 50 FPS.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its colorful, cartoon-like aesthetic and relaxed, welcoming vibe, making it appealing to players seeking a chill experience. Many reviews highlight the beautiful graphics and friendly community, contributing to a fairytale-like ambiance that stands out from darker themes prevalent in other MMOs. Overall, the atmosphere is described as enjoyable and engaging, particularly for those who appreciate a nostalgic RPG feel.
- “The fact that it is cross-platform and has such a relaxed atmosphere had me hooked right from the start.”
- “It's very chill and atmospheric in that low poly kind of art style way.”
- “But just after giving this game a little over an hour of my time, I suddenly found myself in love with the atmosphere; they did fairytale-style MMO just freaking perfect.”
- “Atmosphere: 3/10”
- “The atmosphere feels cartoon-like and colorful, but it lacks depth.”
- “While the game has a relaxing atmosphere, it ultimately feels empty and uninspired.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
The monetization model of the game features in-game purchases, including a prominent "class starter kit" advertisement that can be intrusive. While players appreciate that there are no pay-to-win elements or loot boxes, some microtransactions can enhance gameplay, leading to a perception of slight pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, the pricing of microtransactions is considered reasonable, but the presence of ads and the necessity of certain purchases can detract from the experience.
- “The most beautiful part is that the microtransaction store does not impair the gameplay for those who can't afford to use it.”
- “They could give a little more inventory space from the get-go, but the microtransactions are very reasonably priced, so that's not a huge deal.”
- “There are in-game purchases which make it slightly pay-to-win, but it's almost needed at times.”
- “If you have that kind of thing, then you should put a tag for in-game purchases; otherwise, it seems like some kind of violation.”
- “So far, I haven't encountered many in-your-face advertisements to spend money, except for an ad for purchasing their 'class starter kit' which pops up and covers 50% of the screen when you first log in. It looks to be scaling leveling gear, although I'm not 100% sure if it's pay-to-win gear (although there is no PvP, so it's not really 'buying power' in my opinion, like other free-to-play MMOs).”
- “It feels unfinished and the microtransactions are for things like 'craft 10x faster', 'do 10% extra damage', etc. The game, in places, is badly optimized and causes frame drops for no reason.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
Character development in this game is widely criticized, with reviewers highlighting poor character design and limited customization options. Many players find the graphics outdated and unappealing, describing the character visuals as primitive and unattractive. Overall, the lack of depth in character design detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “Character design is terrible.”
- “Lack of base options for character design.”
- “Character design is very primitive and the players look very ugly.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
Players appreciate the game's strong community and engaging mechanics, which contribute to its replayability despite some bugs and average elements. The overall experience remains fresh and enjoyable, encouraging players to return.
- “The developers have created a replayable game with a strong community that never feels stale.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
- “The developers have made a replayable game with a strong community that doesn't feel stale.”
- “Players will forgive an average game that has a good (if somewhat buggy) hook if the basics are playable.”