Rise of Kingdoms: Lost Crusade

-3.14
Bad
Price: Free
Ads: No
In App Purchases: Yes

Google Play App Store

Temporal Dark PatternsTemporal Dark Patterns

This game has 18 reported Temporal Dark Patterns. There are 2 votes indicating the absence of a dark pattern.

-3.98

3 votes
Playing by Appointment -
3 / 0 votes
Being forced to play according to the game's schedule instead of yours.

3 votes
Daily Rewards -
3 / 0 votes
Encourages return visits every day and punishes you for missing a day.

3 votes
Grinding -
3 / 0 votes
Being required to perform repetitive and tedious tasks to advance.

3 votes
Infinite Treadmill -
3 / 0 votes
Impossible to win or complete the game.

3 votes
Can't Pause or Save -
3 / 0 votes
The game does not allow you to stop playing whenever you want.

2 votes
Wait To Play -
2 / 0 votes
In-game timers that make you arbitrarily wait for something.

1 votes
2 votes
Advertisements -
1 / 2 votes
Forced to watch ads or given rewards for watching ads.

Monetary Dark PatternsMonetary Dark Patterns

This game has 21 reported Monetary Dark Patterns. There are 9 votes indicating the absence of a dark pattern.

-2.7

3 votes
Premium Currency -
3 / 0 votes
Exchange rate between real money and in-game currency disguises the real price of items.

3 votes
Pay to Win -
3 / 0 votes
A player can spend real money to purchase something that gives them an advantage in the game.

3 votes
Artificial Scarcity -
3 / 0 votes
Limited time offers with unnecessary urgency.

2 votes
Anchoring Tricks -
2 / 0 votes
Placing a cheap item next to an expensive item to make it look more affordable.

2 votes
1 votes
Pay to Skip -
2 / 1 votes
Spend money to avoid waiting for a timer to expire.

2 votes
1 votes
Recurring Fee -
2 / 1 votes
Encourages players to play as much as possible to get their money's worth.

2 votes
1 votes
Power Creep -
2 / 1 votes
A permanently purchased item in the game becomes less valuable over time.

2 votes
1 votes
Waste Aversion -
2 / 1 votes
Capped inventory forces you to destroy items or upgrade inventory. Also, having small amounts of left over premium currency.

1 votes
1 votes
Gambling / Loot Boxes -
1 / 1 votes
Spending real money to play a game of chance for a reward.

1 votes
2 votes
Pay Wall -
1 / 2 votes
The game becomes impossible to continue playing without payment.

2 votes
Accidental Purchases -
0 / 2 votes
Making it easy to accidentally spend money with no confirmation or ability to undo or refund the action.

Social Dark PatternsSocial Dark Patterns

This game has 13 reported Social Dark Patterns. There are 8 votes indicating the absence of a dark pattern.

-2.28

3 votes
Social Obligation / Guilds -
3 / 0 votes
To avoid letting down your friends, you are obligated to play when you don't want to.

3 votes
Fear of Missing Out -
3 / 0 votes
If you stop playing you'll miss out on something or be left behind and unable to catch up.

3 votes
Competition -
3 / 0 votes
The game makes you compete against other players.

2 votes
1 votes
Encourages Anti-Social Behavior -
2 / 1 votes
The game incentivizes players to lie, cheat, or backstab other players to get ahead.

1 votes
2 votes
Social Pyramid Scheme -
1 / 2 votes
You get a bonus for inviting your friends and then they have to invite their friends.

1 votes
2 votes
Reciprocity -
1 / 2 votes
Feeling obligated to return a favor, share resources, trade an item, etc.

3 votes
Friend Spam / Impersonation -
0 / 3 votes
The game sends spam to your contact list or social media account.

Psychological Dark PatternsPsychological Dark Patterns

This game has 13 reported Psychological Dark Patterns. There are 5 votes indicating the absence of a dark pattern.

-2.75

3 votes
Invested / Endowed Value -
3 / 0 votes
Having already spent time and money to improve your status in the game, it's difficult to throw it away.

3 votes
Badges / Endowed Progress -
3 / 0 votes
Reluctancy to abandon a partially completed goal, even one forced upon the player.

2 votes
Variable Rewards -
2 / 0 votes
Unpredictable or random rewards are more addictive than a predictable schedule.

2 votes
1 votes
Aesthetic Manipulations -
2 / 1 votes
Trick questions or toying with emotions or our subconscious desires.

1 votes
1 votes
Complete the Collection -
1 / 1 votes
The urge to collect all the items, achievements or secrets in a game.

1 votes
1 votes
Illusion of Control -
1 / 1 votes
The game cheats or hides information to make you think you're better than you actually are.

1 votes
2 votes
Optimism and Frequency Biases -
1 / 2 votes
Overestimating the frequency of something because we’ve seen it recently or memorably.

App Store Ratings

Google Play:  (4.56) with 527,704 votes.



Recent Dark Pattern Reviews

Recurring Fee reported on Oct 26, 2022
They have memberships to recieve gems.
Optimism and Frequency Biases reported on Oct 26, 2022
They have specific sections in your message board so you can see wins and losess of your own, and those of other friends/"allys"
Competition reported on Oct 26, 2022
The goal of the game is to have the Highest/largest Kingdom or Alliances that can never be attacked. Also territorial expansion is encouraged, even if it means attacking other kingdoms or alliances.
Fear of Missing Out reported on Oct 26, 2022
There are time limited rewards and offers. Meaning you can only take them for a short period of time, this offers occur at random times throghout the day.
Aesthetic Manipulations reported on Oct 26, 2022
There ar emojis, character backstories and music all throughout the gameplay.
Anchoring Tricks reported on Oct 26, 2022
There are always offer tiers whenever you buy anything.
Waste Aversion reported on Oct 26, 2022
There is a limit in the ammount of items you can hold at each level. Leveling up is needed to increase storage capability. Leveling up faster can be done by spending money on time skips and resourcess to grow your "kingdom".
Variable Rewards reported on Oct 26, 2022
There are different daily tasks you can complete in order to get rewards.
Complete the Collection reported on Oct 26, 2022
Competitions as well as some challenges can only be completed during a short span of days. If you faik to complelte them your team/aliance is disqualified from said competition or challenge. If you complete them, you and your team get a reward.
Badges / Endowed Progress reported on Oct 26, 2022
There are different daily tasks you can complete in order to get rewards.


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Screenshot 11 Civilizations, 34 Heroes, Real Warfare

From the depths of obscurity to the peaks of legend, you will be the author of your civilization's history. Will you launch epic wars and conquer the entire world? Or rise up as a virtuous leader renowned for your sagacity? Will you set off to explore the unknown as a pioneer? Or dedicate yourself to helping your own people?

Only time will tell...

**Features**

Real-Time Battles
Battles are not pre-calculated but happen in real time on the map. Anyone can join or leave a battle at any time, allowing true RTS gameplay. See an ally being attacked right in your backyard? Send some troops to help your buddy out, or launch a surprise counterattack on the attackers city.

Seamless World Map
All in-game action takes place on a single, enormous map inhabited by players and NPC characters. No isolated bases or separate battle screens. Never before seen on mobile infinite zoom feature allows you to transition freely between the world view and individual cities or barbarian outposts. Map features include natural obstructions such as rivers and mountain ranges and strategic passes that must be captured to gain entrance to neighboring regions.

Eleven Unique Civilizations
Choose one of 11 historical civilizations (more to come!) and guide your civilization from a lone clan into a great power. Each civilization has its own architecture, unique units, and special advantages.

Exploration & Investigation
The world of Rise of Kingdoms is covered in thick fog. Dispatch scouts to explore this mysterious land and uncover the hidden treasure within. Investigate lost temples, barbarian fortresses, mysterious caves, and tribal villages, gather intelligence on your enemies, and prepare yourself for the ultimate clash!

Unrestricted Troop Movements
New orders can be issued to troops at any time, offering limitless strategic possibilities. Launch a feint at an enemy city, then circle back and meet up with your alliance army to capture a pass. Dispatch troops to collect lumber from a nearby forest and have them pick off a few barbarian clans along the way. Forces can also be split up between multiple commanders so that you can engage in multiple actions simultaneously.

Alliance System
Full set of alliance features allow players to help one another: alliance chat with built-in translation function, officer roles, map indicators to coordinate strategies, and more! Alliances can expand their territory to gain resources, capture mountain passes and barbarian outposts to strengthen their position, and work together to unlock group achievements.

Conquer the Kingdom
Fight alongside your alliance to take control of this vast kingdom. Clash with other players and use superior tactics to emerge victorious in a MMO strategy battle royale. Rise to the top and you and your civilization will be written down in your kingdoms history!

RPG Commanders
Call upon dozens of historical figures who will serve as your trustworthy commanders, from Julius Caesar and Sun Tzu to Joan of Arc and Kusunoki Masashige. Level up your commanders by defeating barbarians and sending them into battles, then upgrade their abilities using an RPG style talent tree and skill system.

Expedition Mode
Infinite Zoom--never before seen on mobile!
Scouting
Espionage
Kingdom Progression
Civilization Specific Cities
Stunning Graphics
3D Character Models
And more

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