Get on Play Store"ZENONIA® 5: Wheel of Destiny" is an action-packed Role Playing Game that offers an intriguing story, splendid game mechanics, amazing graphics, and a good soundtrack. However, be prepared for a lot of grinding, frequent advertisements, and some bugs that can affect gameplay. Despite these flaws, the game is filled with plenty of humor, making it a worthwhile experience for RPG enthusiasts.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- story521 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging plot and character development, while others find it generic or poorly executed. Some users appreciate the continuation of the Zenonia series' narrative, highlighting its intriguing elements and emotional depth, but express frustration over issues like translation errors and the need for in-game purchases that detract from the experience. Overall, while the storyline is often described as enjoyable and immersive, there are calls for improvements in storytelling consistency and depth.
“The storyline, the graphics, the gameplay... everything about it is awesome to me!”
“Zenonia is the greatest game I've ever played in my whole life, everything you want has this game: interesting story, thrilling gameplay, stunning graphics and animation.”
“The story is so amazing.”
“The story is generic.”
“The story was kinda meh?”
“The dialogue and storyline is absolutely atrocious.”
- graphics355 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their stunning quality and improvement over previous titles in the series. Players appreciate the vibrant animations and art style, noting that the visuals enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some users express a desire for a return to the aesthetics of earlier games in the series, indicating that while the graphics are good, they may not fully capture the charm of the originals.
“The graphics and overall play style are great.”
“Zenonia is the greatest game I've ever played in my whole life, everything you want has this game, interesting story, thrilling gameplay, stunning graphics and animation.”
“The zenonia series has never failed to deliver on a quality game with interesting story line, great game mechanics, ease of use, and beautiful graphics.”
“Zenonia 2 was the 'goat' and Zenonia 5 barely rivals its aesthetic and smooth gameplay.”
“The graphics are terrible.”
“To be blunt, this game takes a massive graphical downgrade; it really did not captivate me anywhere near as much as Zenonia 4 did.”
- gameplay216 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and immersive experience. However, some players have pointed out issues such as bugs, balance problems, and the need for an internet connection, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the game is often described as fun and addictive, with a solid leveling system and a variety of character classes to choose from.
“I personally think the controls, gameplay, & story are perfect and everything is well balanced (such as potion, special move, and rune cooldowns). The leveling system is perfect & simple enough so that newcomers can figure it out easily but not so simple that it's boring to level up skills & stats.”
“The gameplay is addictive; at first glance, it would seem repetitive, but I never get tired of it.”
“Amazing graphics and artwork for an RPG, immersive gameplay, plenty of fun classes and skills to explore, and a great storyline to keep you playing.”
“There is also a bug in the dash mechanics where your character tends to get slower instead of doing a dash.”
“Low graphics, infinite bugs, annoying ads, and low quality gameplay.”
“The graphics are lovely but the fact that you have to be online to play is frustrating and on top of that the gameplay is stiff; those are its biggest downfalls.”
- stability56 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezing, crashes, and loading issues that hinder gameplay. Many players experience their devices freezing or restarting when attempting to launch the game, particularly on older phone models. While some users have had positive experiences without bugs, the overall sentiment indicates that significant improvements are needed to enhance stability and performance.
“I love it! I have a cheap phone and it runs great with the new art style and old special effect animation.”
“Runs great on my S4, and the best part about this game is that it's free.”
“Just downloaded the game; so far, so good—no freezes to speak of.”
“I gave 1 star because of the loading screen in PvP; it freezes and I can't access the PvP mode anymore.”
“The game freezes my screen for a second, then nothing; it just goes back to working.”
“This game is unplayable; it freezes my phone the second I tap the app.”
- grinding33 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game, with some players enjoying the extensive opportunities for leveling up and loot farming, while others find it tedious and overly time-consuming, especially in the later stages. Many express frustration with the game's difficulty spikes and the necessity of grinding or spending real money to progress, leading to a perception of greediness. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a double-edged sword, appealing to hardcore gamers but potentially alienating casual players.
“It's a wonderful story and fun; the gameplay is never tedious and always enjoyable.”
“The grinding aspect is rewarding and keeps me engaged for hours.”
“I love how the grinding feels purposeful and contributes to my character's growth.”
“This game is a scam, do not bother. I spent a few days playing and grinding and spent money on this game for it to tell me I cannot connect to the server, try again.”
“Definitely not a choice for free-to-play players; grinding is pretty much boring. Unlike other games, the boss is literally overleveled and we are underleveled most of the time. The story is too cheesy, and for those who want to enjoy Zenonia, just play Zenonia 4.”
“The game is pretty fun and easy at first, but it gets hard and tedious after reaching a certain part, forcing you to either grind excessively or buy upgrades and other stuff with real money.”
- monetization29 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 48 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy in the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the reliance on expensive in-app purchases and microtransactions that hinder progression. While some users appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, others express a desire for alternative monetization methods, such as earning in-game currency through ads instead of mandatory purchases. Overall, the consensus suggests that the game's monetization approach detracts from the overall experience, with many players wishing for a more balanced system.
“Smooth gameplay, no ads!”
“I love Zenonia and don't mind the in-app purchase.”
“Just like other cash grabs, it doesn't really kick in demanding cash until later on.”
“Too much in-game purchases blocking progression; only play if you've got money to burn.”
“5 stars for the game, minus 2 stars for the very expensive in-app purchases; please make it a little cheaper.”
- music16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and fitting the game's atmosphere, while others criticize it for being poorly looped and experiencing technical issues, such as crashing and background music not functioning properly. Overall, while some appreciate the soundtrack, many feel it could be improved to enhance the gaming experience.
“Great Zenonia experience, the thrill is comparable to past Zenonia games, but the music of Zenonia Four is still better, and the new graphics are better.”
“Cool game, played Zen 4 and 5 now, the game has a shine even though it's a whole slash & win... the music is good, and the story is fresh.”
“Music on every stage, great art, and a story that makes me feel like I'm a true hero.”
“The background music is not perfectly looped; there's a slight silence between every loop, which becomes very annoying.”
“The music could've been better.”
“The background music is only 4 minutes long, then it will replay.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted by players, who find it both entertaining and quirky, often describing it as "crazy funny." Many reviews emphasize the amusing aspects of the gameplay and story, suggesting that the humor adds depth to the overall experience. However, some players also find irony in certain game mechanics, such as the constant internet requirement, which they describe as "funny."
“This game is so funny...”
“Funny, but still in depth.”
“It's just crazy funny”
- optimization11 mentions
- 82 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players report that the game runs smoothly on older devices and enjoy the gameplay, others experience significant performance issues, including crashes, slow loading times, and lag. Many users express a need for updates to improve stability and performance.
“It runs smoothly and the action RPG aspect is there.”
“It does not lag and it runs smoothly on my device.”
“Runs smoothly”
“0/10 performance, guys.”
“The app's performance on my phone is quite slow, and it keeps crashing for reasons I don't understand while I'm playing.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability, highlighting the variety offered by four distinct classes that enhance the experience. However, there are calls for improvements, such as more playable characters and costumes, to further increase engagement and enjoyment. Overall, while the game has solid replay value, players desire additional content to enhance its longevity.
“Great replay value.”
“4 classes to choose from offers plenty of replay value.”
“Please make the next version a lot more playable anywhere... kind of like 3 but with graphics like this... it's almost perfect... just a few more improvements, Gamevil.”
“The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
“While there are four classes to choose from, the overall experience feels repetitive and doesn't encourage multiple playthroughs.”
“The game needs more variety in its missions and challenges to keep players engaged after the initial playthrough.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional depth of the game, particularly in the Zenonia series, to be impactful, with Zenonia 3 being highlighted as the most poignant. However, some users express frustration with technical issues, such as unintended purchases, which detracts from their overall experience.
“I honestly loved this game and its series behind it; the most emotional one was Zenonia 3.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally perceived as cohesive in terms of graphics and gameplay, but some users feel that the sound and music do not align well with the overall setting, detracting from the immersive experience.
“The graphics, gameplay, atmosphere, and setting are all the same story, and it's repetitive.”
“This is a good game, but the sound and music don't seem to match the game's atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its smooth controls and the depth it offers through skills and stats, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“The controls are smooth, and the character development is impressive, allowing for deep customization of skills and stats.”
“I love how the character development system lets you shape your character's abilities and personality throughout the game.”
“The progression in character development feels rewarding, with meaningful choices that impact gameplay and story.”
