Volzerk

About

Volzerk is a monster-filled Action RPG with a captivating story and a charming blend of humor, visuals, and music. Engage in strategic monster crossbreeding, action-packed combat, and extensive grinding to build and manage your ultimate team of legendary creatures. Despite some bugs, Volzerk offers a unique and engaging RPG experience for fans of the genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,082 reviews

story134 positive mentions

optimization6 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style, reminiscent of Ghibli films.
The story is engaging and humorous, with a unique protagonist that adds to the overall experience.
The gameplay mechanics, including monster breeding and real-time combat, provide a refreshing twist on traditional RPG elements.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and performance issues, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.
Camera controls are limited, which can lead to frustrating gameplay during battles.
The requirement for a constant internet connection and the need to download resources frequently detracts from the overall enjoyment.

story
233 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
38%
5%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its humor, character development, and engaging plot. However, some users express frustration over lengthy cutscenes and dialogue, which can detract from gameplay. While the narrative is described as fun and immersive, there are concerns about the lack of replayability and the need for better optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “The story is pretty fun, the main character is likable as well as the rest of the characters.”
- “The story is great; however, the character dialogue is funny.”
- “Amazing storyline, epic mechanics, and all sorts!”
- “But there's no real incentive to keep playing after you finish the story.”
- “The introduction, cutscenes, monologues in between, and story are too long.”
- “Too much story, kinda boring and lots of loading.. for at least there is 80% story rather than fighting.”
graphics
213 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
35%
2%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and detail, often compared to high-quality titles like Genshin Impact. However, many users report performance issues, including low frame rates and lag, even on lower settings, which detracts from the overall experience. While the art style and character designs are generally well-received, there is a strong demand for better optimization and more customizable graphic settings to enhance gameplay.
- “The graphics are beautiful, characters are funny.”
- “Graphics are console quality, the storyline is original, refreshing, and honestly, captivating.”
- “This game is really fun and is just like Genshin Impact; it's really well thought out with great graphics even on low, just a wonderful game.”
- “It has weirdly low framerate and constant stutters on all graphics settings.”
- “Loved the game, but one big and most annoying issue is that it lags a lot even on lowest graphics; my device is Redmi Note 8 Pro, might not be the best but at least it should be smooth on lowest graphics, please fix that because I love the game.”
- “This game uses graphics to deceive players, but people who have played Monster Hunter games know that there's more to it than graphics to make a good game.”
gameplay
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
42%
4%
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, praised for its simplicity, engaging mechanics, and appealing graphics, reminiscent of titles like Monster Hunter and Pokémon. However, players have noted issues such as camera control problems, lag, and excessive cutscenes that detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a fun and cozy atmosphere with unique features like monster taming and breeding, some users express a desire for more depth and optimization, particularly regarding frame rates and connectivity.
- “The gameplay is ultra simplistic, but it's still better than 95% of those pseudo-RPG games found in the Play Store.”
- “Volzerk: Monster and Lands Unknown is visually stunning, with a gameplay loop of defeating and taming monsters.”
- “The gameplay is so much better than I anticipated, and the game is very nicely made.”
- “Suddenly you are fighting blind because of bad camera mechanics.”
- “However, there are more cutscenes and load screens than actual gameplay, and the game gets extremely laggy each time it loads.”
- “30 seconds of gameplay and 15 minutes of movies, not even possible to skip!”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting consistent frame rate issues, such as being locked at 30 fps and experiencing frequent drops to 20 fps, even on high-end devices. Users have expressed a desire for more graphics options to accommodate a wider range of devices, particularly mid-range and low-end phones, as well as fixes for performance hiccups and bugs. Overall, while the game has potential, its current optimization shortcomings hinder the overall experience.
- “The game is awesome, but many things should be fixed to make the game run smoothly.”
- “I hope you make it more optimized especially for mid-range phones like mine for smoother gameplay.”
- “This game should be optimized and needs to have graphics options... great game, great concepts.”
- “The game is not optimized; 30 fps all around, and I have a good phone.”
- “It's a shame that players can't enjoy all the efforts you put into the storyline, voiceovers, and characters because of the optimization.”
- “This game needs more mobile optimization.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the funny character dialogue and engaging storyline that incorporates various comedic elements. Players appreciate the cute graphics and the humorous portrayal of monsters, contributing to an overall lighthearted and enjoyable experience. The protagonist, in particular, is noted for adding a quirky charm that enhances the game's comedic appeal.
- “The story is great, however, and the character dialogue is funny.”
- “I love how they added lots and lots of humor to their story as well!”
- “Great story with funny elements.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent bugs, freezes during loading screens, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the overall performance and graphics, the persistent issues with cutscenes, UI, and controller support have led to frustration and concerns about player retention. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant stability improvements to enhance the user experience.
- “Can't edit party or add a character and monster because it freezes.”
- “Game is good with lots of potential but it has a major problem: screen freezes on the loading page and force closes automatically in the middle of gameplay. Please fix it or you will lose many players; I'm not the only one saying this, so please look into it.”
- “Game freezes after loading screen.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some enjoy the exploration and find the grinding rewarding, others feel it becomes tedious and repetitive, especially with disappointing rewards and a lack of new content. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant part of the experience, but many players desire more variety and less monotony to prevent burnout.
- “It can be a bit repetitive; I wish there were more content or events to keep it engaging without feeling too grindy, so players don't experience burnout.”
- “It's unfortunate that there aren't enough grinding resources available to obtain 4-star characters through gacha.”
- “My comment for the game is only about the grinding of the materials, which is quite hard for 3-star items, such as boss-monster crystals.”
- “Boring.. repetitive.. even if you grind for hours the rewards are disappointing.. and no new content even after almost half a month.. the battle style gets tedious.. even if you catch high rank monsters... it still has less s hearts.. I can even sometimes get more s hearts on lower rank monsters.. like what..”
- “Tired of repetitive grinding.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
23%
Overall, the music in the game is widely praised for its quality and beauty, enhancing the overall experience alongside the impressive graphics and engaging gameplay. While some players express a desire for more variety or additional soundtracks, the existing music is generally described as lovely and fitting for the game's aesthetic. The combination of great music and visuals contributes to a pleasing atmosphere that many players appreciate.
- “Great music, nice designs and art scenery, cool abilities.”
- “The aesthetics are really nice and the music is lovely.”
- “Easy controls, extremely fun gameplay, great story, great music.”
- “Some aspects are a bit slow to grind for, and I'd like to see (rather, hear) better music in the game, but aside from that, it's been really enjoyable.”
- “A different RPG, very pleasing graphics, story, and music.”
- “It's quite good, but it needs some development in several areas, such as adding a soundtrack, more language options, and if possible, adding a multiplayer option.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
17%
58%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the absence of ads and minimal microtransactions, yet expressing concerns over high prices for characters and content locked behind paywalls. While some players prefer a gacha system or alternative monetization methods like exclusive skins, others feel that the current model leans towards being a cash grab. Overall, the monetization strategy could benefit from adjustments to enhance player satisfaction.
- “Oh by the way, 'almost no microtransactions'—I'm a big fan of it! I also like the unique character designs for each rider.”
- “Great gameplay, and I love the monetization compared to 白猫, but $9 for a character and hearts access is a little too expensive.”
- “No ads or money sinks beyond that.”
- “Monetization raises concerns.”
- “Having content behind a paywall, even if it is not necessarily needed to progress, feels a bit cash grabby. I would definitely recommend it if the devs implemented a gacha system, albeit a small one.”
- “Bruhh, like this game is monster gaming heaven. It's like a combo of Monster Hunter and Genshin Impact together, but if I have any complaint, it would be the fact that the monetization system is a real letdown. To get some characters, a lot of money is needed.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Character development in the game is praised for its thoughtful design and engaging storytelling, with players appreciating the unique and appealing character designs for each rider. The overall effort and heart put into the game's art style and animations contribute to a positive reception of the characters. Additionally, the absence of microtransactions enhances the enjoyment of the character experience.
- “The story, character design, and combat are nice, and it feels that the game was made with effort and heart.”
- “The character design, the amazing story, almost everything is great.”
- “I also like the unique character designs for each rider.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its nice and heart-warming story, which resonates with players and evokes a strong sense of connection.
- “The story is nice and heartwarming.”
- “The characters' journeys evoke deep emotions and resonate with personal experiences.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the narrative, which left me reflecting on my own life.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the replayability of the game due to its engaging gameplay, diverse storylines, and the ability to crossbreed monsters, which encourages grinding and exploration of different strategies.
- “The gameplay, the storyline, and crossbreeding the monsters provide ample opportunities for replayability and grinding.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take ensures that no two playthroughs feel the same.”
- “The gameplay, the storyline, and crossbreeding the monsters provide opportunities for replayability and grinding.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of diverse endings or significant choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users appreciate the atmosphere of the game, describing it as fun and engaging, which enhances their overall experience.
- “I love the atmosphere; it really draws you in.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and captivating.”
- “The game's atmosphere creates a perfect blend of tension and beauty.”