Why Still Play Iruna? Iruna vs Newer Android MMORPGs

I have played several MMORPG. However, I disliked most of the newly release MMOs. They shared one thing in common, the gameplay are mostly automated. If I feel like staring at my phone screen for the next 20 minutes, I would have watch anime instead.

My lil bro like them tho.

The biggest thing I see, being a player of not only Asobimo' stuff, is that Iruna is a very long game. 

For new and old players, Iruna has a bit of uniqueness in story and in gameplay that is something only Irunians would understand. 

The 3-tier class system, for example, isn't a thing in quite a few MMOs out there. There are also many places to explore like the starred quests, the eternity maze, and places that are outside the main storyline. The item system is also complex, so figuring out stats and gear and trying new things is possibly much more fun in Iruna that in many other mmos. Iruna also has apostolia, which is the first time I have seen such a type of stat release in any mobile Mmorpg. It gives something more for high level players who have surpassed the good old stats and gear fun. 

Talking about the system of the game itself, it runs well on 4G and older devices, meaning you don't have to have an HTC, Galaxy, or Iphone to run iruna very smoothly. The shortcuts are slideable, and the menu is very compressed, meaning that it doesn't take up the whole screen, so you can multitask a bit in the game. The game is constantly being updated every other week or so, so we know that the Developers have not abandoned this franchise, and we could still be an awesome player given time. The game is not pay to win, as no actual gear item or xtal can be bought in the coin shop. Spending money on island, pets, avatars, or boosts, is completely optional, although having a stall may make life easier. 

I do want to say, don't be afraid to try new games. MMORPGS originated on PC, and I started by playing those. I only found Iruna since I was looking for apps to track my grind and exp gain on other games. 

In contrast to full fledged computer games, Iruna's potions and recovery items are not nearly as developed or wide in variety. Iruna's level system does not have gear that is for specific level ranges to reduce power leveling and leeching, or even scams. Upgraded or slotted gear looks just the same as regular or NS gear, so there is just less visual difference. Then again, that would weight down a phone's processor, so it's kind of a given Iruna's graphics are chunky at best. Everything in Iruna is auto targeting, which is better than auto questing where you can level up completely afk in games like Starry Fantasy Online, but a lot less fun than a game like TERA on PC where you actually use your aiming and timing skills. Iruna's pet and island system is actually quite good, being able to garden, decorate, and breed pets is something that not even all computer mmos have. then again, PC mmorpgs are a range of Fantasy, FPS, MOBA, and browser style games, so it's hard to truly make a thorough comparison.

hi there !! I dont know why but.. After reading your post i was inspired

Based on your description, these two seems to be the best.

First time I heard of this. I'd hate this mechanic. It cheapens the experience.

I want my Adventurer Garb III and Hachigane III upgrades. T.T

You just pointed out 3 of the things I really like about Iruna. It looks like I'm playing the correct game after all.

Yes, goals are important in this game. I always tell my friends and guildies to have a short term goal and milestones in mind. IMO the game only ends when u run out of milestone goals.

Thanks for the responses. The reason I asked is because Iruna is taking up most of my game time (the other small piece of it by Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Generations) and I wanna make sure I'm devoting it to the best mobile MMORPG out there.