Hero Review (By Corey Rainey)
Game Title: Hero Online
Genre: Martial Arts Fantasy MMORPG
Status: Open Beta Testing
Developer: MGame
Publisher: MGame
Official website: http://hero.netgame.com/
Client size: 444.23MB
Client download: http://download.mmosite.com/pages.php?gameid=271 or http://hero.netgame.com/downloads/download.php
System requirements (Recommended )
CPU: PentiumIV 1.8GMHz
RAM: 512MB
Video card: 3D Accelerated Graphic Card
Hard disk space occupied: 2GB
Direct X: 8.0c
Comparison: It?s hard for me to find a game out there to compare this with, its fluid, plenty of servers to jump onto. The first game that I would presumably compare to is KAL Online.. I know what your thinking, most of you who ever played KAL Online didn?t care for it to much, I on the other hand excelled at that game, and i find a lot of comparisons with Hero Online and KAL Online. First off the combat style is very similar double click just watch your health bar... if its a stronger monster use a special mana... With a lot of MMO?s coming out and some already out one would think, where is a game that I can jump into and not feel like I am a noob, something that will allow me just as much advantage to level up as the next guy. Hero Online is one of them, I found the GM quizzes to be great break from action and also the chance to win some unique items, or even money. You also get a little box that pops up you click on it and press start and randomly you can win a prize. EXP, Fortune Case... possibilities are endless and add more to the game.
First impression: Hearing an a lot about this game, gave me a lot of high and low expectations about this game. I threw my problems with the game aside and really knuckled down and played it. The graphics of this game are similar to a lot of mmo?s out there for instance Tantra but the combat style is something I have been looking forward to in any mmo. Martial Arts combat style is great, I enjoyed starting out with 3 weapons unable to use them and level up just to use. I will say sometimes don?t dismiss a game just based on first impressions, without at least giving it a try.
Graphics (7.5)
Graphics for the most part are good in this game, something similar to Tantra, fluid and textures are good. Something that would set this game apart would be to change the cartoonish look to more of a 3D look, but with a F2P game you are limited to what you can do. Still this game has me hooked and i enjoy the graphics in a unusual way.
Sound (8)
The quality of sound for this game is great, I enjoy the screams of the monsters/animals, as they die. Maybe it may sound a bit morbid to admit that but I like the bmg, and usually I really don?t. Everything has a unique sound to it the clink of metal as a attack is blocked, the last cry of the mob as it falls to the ground. The battle cry as your character harnesses energy to perform a special attack. The sound of your character meditating to recover from internal injury and to recover chi... I like that word Chi instead of mana nice break.
Gameplay (8)
The gameplay is usual double click the mob to attack, right-click the screen to move the camera angle or like me just use the arrow keys. You can even get pets and ride able pets at that, different shortcuts and unlimited possibilities. 4 job possibilities and 4 characters 2 male 2 female. Jobs range from Warrior to Assassin, Even go with Healer to Hunter. Each with there own set of skills and job functions. This only adds to the complexity of the game and makes it even more enjoyable to play.
Community (7)
The community is massive allowing for 10 servers, and each server has its own unique community. I bump into others all the time a few of them are actually hospitable and some just go about there way and continue to level up. They also have available if you have friends and or make friends who play Hero Online a message system called Hero Messenger. Or even use carrier pigeon. I enjoy all the options available to get to know someone in game, and possible party situations to conquer the unlimited amount of quest available.
Value (8)
I believe this game will remain a staple game of mine for a while, its replay value is great always something new something different awaits you with each level. It being a new mob or a new quest, story, or legend. This game is one of my favorite beta test games and I am sure if you give the game a chance it will make it on your weekly play list.
Unique features (8.5)
The Unique feature of this game is the ability to have ride able pets or pets that attack with you. And some pets do both, Martial Arts or swordplay its all in this game. I am a huge Martial Arts fan and enjoy everything that has to do with the sport. And for a MMO to bring in that kind of gameplay is phenomenal.
Screenshots: (can be included in the review) i will send in some screen shots later
Personal rating:
Overall rating: 9
Market prospect:
If you like martial arts as much as i due and all the unique features of this game, This is going to have to be on your to try list.. Being in Open Beta gives this game the ability to genuinely hear from the open beta testers. Get the feel for what there target audience wants and enjoy and update the game to suit its players. I for one will continue to push the level barrier on this game and go to the limits. Another great thing about this game is if you happen to fall victim to the mob your attacking you don?t have to start over from town... You can get up where you fell and fight again... Hope to see a few more face?s in the game. |
