RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone Gameplay Insights and Review
2022-02-21
RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone is the latest RPG game, and in this article, we will review this game. We will discuss the basic features and gameplay and see if the game is worth playing.
Content
- Simple & fun gameplay with an unnecessarily long Tutorial
- Detailed Graphics
- Repetitive game modes and Boss Battles
- In-game purchases are quite expensive, and game monetization is questionable
- Conclusion
Heroes of Whitestone is a game that combines elements from board games and the mid-core RPGs that are now popular on smartphones. It's a fascinating combination, and it works very well for the most part. You navigate the game environment by rolling a die and bouncing from tile to tile according to the number you rolled. These tiles contain a variety of interactions, including combat, quest chapters, treasure, and more. You come to a stop, do something, and then roll again.
For good measure, several dice are thrown into the combat. When you attack, you roll a die, which can add special effects to your attack. Varied heroes have different abilities, and you'll need to assemble a cohesive squad to do better and win the game. There are gacha-style pulls to unlock new combatants, as well as lots of upgrading and stat-boosting to do. You'll also have access to new equipment, which you may equip your warriors to make them even harder.
Your mobility rolls are linked to a stamina system; if you run out of energy, you won't be able to move until your stamina recharges or you buy some more. And because the dice rolls are unpredictable, you'll occasionally miss the square you're looking for.
But first, let's begin with the story part of the game. For nearly 500 years, the community of Whitestone has been at peace. The Twilight Army, a sinister army comprised of Orcs and Shadow Elves, suddenly attacks. It is up to you to assemble a band of Heroes comprised of wizards, warriors, and rogues to battle this demonic threat. There is no limit to the different combinations of your team with over 60 heroes to enlist, unique dice to gain, and gear to enhance.
Now that we have discussed all that let's begin with the review part. We will discuss the various parts of the game and see what the developers have done right and what can be done if it's not that good.
Simple & fun gameplay with an unnecessarily long Tutorial
Wimo Games wasn't kidding when they stated RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone was influenced by tabletop gaming. To determine how many places you advance across the board, you roll a 6-sided die. Every location has a distinct event going on. It might be background lore, an NPC interaction, plot advancement, treasure, a conflict, or anything else. On some tiles, you may even be required to roll a 20-sided die in a D&D-style skill check.
The top left of the screen displays your current objective (as well as the tile you must land on), and you just roll the dice to proceed. You will be pitted against a horde of orcs and elves if you land on a combat tile. When you land on a story tile, you will be given a decision about how to proceed with the tale. There are many more tile areas, such as the forge, but I won't go into them here because it would take days to read this review.
Combat is straightforward and effective. A character's speed determines turn-based fighting. In between runs, a yellow bar fills up. The first person to fill their bar is the first to assault. When it comes to attacking, choose a skill first, then decide who you want to hit. It is that straightforward to attack your enemies. The intricacy comes later when you start recruiting more heroes and building your group around complementary talents.
If you only pay attention to the fighting parts, this game is certainly fun. But the most annoying part is the Tutorial section. You can skip the story section, but the tutorial is a necessity. You can't skip them, and you can't choose any other option as long as you don't complete the tutorial.
Overall, the gameplay is pretty fascinating and enjoyable. A tabletop gaming-style journey through the plot, with choosing your adventure-style events mixed in with Raid Shadow Legends-style fighting. Throwing a dice requires energy which can be replenished by watching ads.
Detailed Graphics
RPG Dice: Heroes of Whitestone looks fantastic, as seen by the in-game pictures in the review. Each area's color design complements the character models well. The gameboard is stunning. Everything is very precise. Even the smallest details, such as witnessing the tiles rotate and vary as you proceed.
The user interface provides all of the information you require while remaining unobtrusive. I'm shocked at how far and how quickly mobile games have gone to the point where these visuals are now considered normal.
Repetitive game modes and Boss Battles
Aside from the main storyline, the game includes daily dungeons, hero dungeons, a PvP arena, and boss encounters that may be repeated. The campaign also includes two harder difficulties for players who desire to continue playing after completing it. However, all of that material is essentially combat encounters that are less diverse than the campaign and can be easily beaten as long as your party is of the appropriate level.
In-game purchases are quite expensive, and game monetization is questionable
You'll see the standard pop-ups for $9.99 beginner bundles and $19,99 epic bundles when you check in every day. Seven different stores of the game accept six different currencies. Most of these currencies may be obtained in the gauntlet, dungeon, or arena (each one has its currency). Gems are the game's primary currency. Several packages are available for purchasing gems, ranging from 500 stones for $4.99 to 12000 gems for $99.99!
There are two "Benefits" packages available, each of which includes a slew of in-game things such as dragon coins, summoning scrolls, and VIP points. One bundle costs $4.99 per month, while the other costs $9.99. You get VIP points every time you buy an offer from the store. The more products you have access to in the store, the higher your VIP level. Do you desire your favourite character's fantastic doublet from the store? You must purchase those deals with real money to reach VIP level 4 and purchase it.
| The Good | The Bad |
| God story to make things interesting | Long and annoying tutorial |
| Simple and enjoyable gameplay | Mediocre RPG |
| Rolling dice is fun | Expensive purchases |
| Detailed graphics |
Conclusion
RPG Dice's combat is initially engaging and enjoyable, but it quickly becomes repetitive, and its simplicity shines through. This is especially true for chance meetings. Heroes of Whitestone has some interesting ideas, and it more or less pulls them all in together. If you've been searching for a more in-depth board gameplay experience, you'll be unimpressed. Although, if you're looking for a mediocre RPG featuring a couple of surprises, it's well worth having a look. I will rate the game 4 out of 10.
