Solo Leveling Arise is a gacha game based on the popular manhwa and web series. Unlike most tie-in mobile games, it’s not a cash grab!
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During my years at Android Authority, I’ve had hands-on experience with dozens of mobile games and developed certain expectations. Chief among them is that most mobile games based on existing franchises are nothing more than cheap cash grabs. That’s what makes Solo Leveling: Arise such a breath of fresh air and our pick for the Best New Mobile App of the Week!Solo Leveling Arise: At a glance
Solo Leveling began as a manhua novel in 2016 before transitioning to the webtoon format two years later. Arise represents the series’ first attempt at a video game adaptation, and despite its heavy reliance on in-app purchases, it’s clear that real care was taken to ensure the story, combat, and mechanics are up to the same standard as the manhua or webtoon.
Pros:
Feels more like a console/PC-quality experience than most gacha mobile games
Well executed story that closely follows the source material
Excellent gameplay mechanics, including combat
Supports Android, Chrome OS, and Windows formula
Cons:
Loading times can be pretty long
Aggressive in-app purchases
Many bugs and technical issues remain What we love about Solo Leveling: Arise
When I first booted up Solo Leveling: Arise on my Pixel 7, I thought it was going to be like every other tie-in game I’ve reviewed in this genre. While there are obvious similarities, I quickly realized there was more here than meets the eye. Unlike most tie-in games with watered-down storylines and mechanics, I was surprised by the detailed lore, world-building, and story elements.
