Wild Terra

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Wild Terra is a sandbox MMORPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Players can gather resources, craft tools and buildings, and engage in combat with wildlife or other players. The game features a dynamic world with changing seasons and weather, and allows for player freedom in character progression and gameplay style.

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 460 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

grinding46 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Ultima Online, appealing to fans of retro graphics and sandbox gameplay.
The crafting and building systems are extensive, allowing for a variety of playstyles and creativity in base construction.
The community is generally helpful, with players often willing to assist newcomers and share resources.

The game suffers from a low player base, making it feel empty and lonely, especially on PvE servers.
Progression can be extremely grindy, with resource gathering and crafting taking a significant amount of time, leading to frustration.
The developers have been criticized for their handling of player feedback and for implementing a cash shop that some feel is pay-to-win.

grinding
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
4%
90%
The game's grinding mechanics are a significant point of contention among players, with many describing it as excessively tedious and lacking in direction. While some appreciate the grind as a core aspect of gameplay, others find it overwhelming and unfulfilling, particularly in the mid to late game where progression can feel nearly impossible without premium features. Overall, the experience of grinding varies widely, with some players enjoying the challenge while others see it as a barrier to enjoyment.
- “Hasn't gotten boring yet, there's much more still to do and it's not grindy like other games.”
- “The game is still in alpha, but already has a strong basis, notably a nice balancing of the progression, not too easily rewarding, but not grindy-frustrating either.”
- “The grind is not too grindy and the pace is relaxing.”
- “The game is very, very grindy and fairly unrewarding.”
- “It focuses on the grinding and only on the grinding; you do nothing but collect things to make something to store more resources and go grinding again.”
- “Fun for about 40 hours and after that just a boring/grindy shitshow.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
78%
6%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of in-depth mechanics and a rewarding exploration system, though it can be overwhelming for new players, particularly in PvP modes. While crafting and base-building elements are praised for their depth, many players find the overall gameplay clunky, grindy, and sometimes frustrating due to broken mechanics and limited survival elements. Despite its nostalgic appeal and potential for engaging gameplay, the experience can feel repetitive and time-consuming, often requiring significant investment to progress effectively.
- “A lot of in-depth game mechanics and an awesome game that rewards you for exploring its world.”
- “The base building mechanics in this game are quite nice; mixed with the multitude of options on things to build and skills to increase, you will find yourself designing your perfect home and farmlands.”
- “Gameplay is very standard for survival type of games; however, it still has specific controls and unique ideas that were developed into something really interesting.”
- “Survival mechanics are weak and grindy, and completely unsatisfying.”
- “Gameplay is clunky, laggy, and obtuse.”
- “And about gameplay, I would like to say that there is so much grinding: cut 1000 woods, mine 1000 ore, kill 10,000 animals, there you go.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
61%
8%
The graphics of the game are generally described as dated, reminiscent of 90s titles, with a classic isometric style that appeals to some players who appreciate retro aesthetics. While some users find the visuals acceptable and even charming, others criticize them for being poor and clunky, suggesting that improvements are needed, particularly in areas like water and weather effects. Overall, the graphics evoke nostalgia for old-school games, but they may not meet the expectations of players looking for modern visuals.
- “I love the old school graphics, and the isometric perspective.”
- “A lot of things to do and discover with graphics that remind me of the old sandbox games, but it's nice and beautiful to see.”
- “The interface is easy to use, the graphics are good enough, the game is just so good.”
- “And the graphics are similar to those of games from the 90s, not of a 2017 title.”
- “Graphics are quite bad, the gameplay is amazingly clunky and just feels bad.”
- “I wouldn't recommend this game to anyone as the graphics are dated and there isn't much in the way of story line.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The game's story is minimal and largely revolves around basic, repetitive missions that often lack clear guidance, leading to frustration among players. While the initial tutorial missions serve as a foundation, they do not develop into a compelling narrative, leaving players to focus on resource gathering and base building instead. Overall, the lack of a substantial storyline and engaging quests detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The tutorial missions provide a great base to start off with.”
- “The game is easy to pick up - you start with missions that get you in the right direction.”
- “You won't have a quest, a story, or a predetermined cause - you will be doing what you want and for most people that will be building their base/home and getting better and better gear.”
- “The missions themselves are pretty basic.”
- “But no... the missions started repeating.”
- “I wouldn't recommend this game to anyone as the graphics are dated and there isn't much in the way of story line.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
18%
73%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players expressing frustration over the presence of pay-to-win microtransactions that offer significant advantages, such as premium status and exclusive mounts. While some users report being able to enjoy the game without spending money, the overall sentiment is that the extensive in-game cash store detracts from the experience, leading to disappointment and feelings of exploitation.
- “In-game purchases can vary from premium status, which boosts XP gained and lowers crafting times, to mounts that the player cannot lose upon death, as well as various cosmetics.”
- “The definition of a scummy cash grab indie company that should be removed off Steam.”
- “There are, unfortunately, pay-to-win microtransactions in the game, which is extremely lame, but I've had no problem playing it without feeling stifled having not bought anything from the microtransaction shop.”
- “It's all starting to smell like a cash grab to me; luckily I got my copy for free like so many others, probably an attempt to lure people to use their in-game cash store, which is pretty extensive for such a small unfinished game.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches affecting the user interface, movement, and gameplay mechanics. Many describe the experience as clunky and unfinished, leading to a frustrating overall impression.
- “Probably one of the worst games I've played. The UI is super buggy; clicking either register or not is a 50-50 chance.”
- “There are many glitches and bugs throughout the game.”
- “The movement mechanics are quite buggy.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game suffers from significant performance issues, including slowdowns after extended play and unresponsive interface elements. Players have noted a lack of optimization and server stability, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “My only complaint is that it starts to really slow down (performance) after you've played for a while and that sometimes the interface and keyboard buttons stop responding.”
- “Extreme performance problems.”
- “This game needs optimization and some server work something fierce.”
- “My only complaint is that it starts to really slow down after you've played for a while and that sometimes the interface and keyboard buttons stop responding.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The music in the game is generally described as cool but repetitive, with some users noting that it resets to off each time the game is launched. The simple graphics complement the overall aesthetic, but the lack of variety in the soundtrack may detract from the experience for some players.
- “The music is cool and complements the gameplay perfectly.”
- “The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The music creates an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The sound and music are repetitive.”
- “Every time you open the game, the music is turned off.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The atmosphere of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it for a lack of creativity and effort, while others appreciate its medieval setting and elements of survival, PvP, crafting, and building. Overall, the atmosphere could benefit from enhancements to truly stand out.
- “If you like a medieval atmosphere, survival, PvP, crafting, and building, this game is for you.”
- “There are a few things that are important for atmosphere and will make the game shine a bit.”
- “Such a lack of creativity and effort to create a decent atmosphere.”
- “Few things that are important for atmosphere and will make the game shine a bit.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally agree that the game offers strong replayability, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers endless replayability with its dynamic storylines and multiple endings.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh thanks to the variety of choices and character builds available.”
- “I keep coming back to this game because every run offers new challenges and experiences.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is positively highlighted, as players feel a sense of progression and satisfaction without the need to engage with the cash shop, suggesting an enjoyable and rewarding experience.