Let’s talk about Epic Seven, a game that somehow manages to be both incredibly stylish and aggressively grindy at the same time. I’ve been an Epic Seven fan since day one and I gotta give credit when credit is due. They’ve improved the game so much since the launch — not that it was bad to start with.
People working on this game are on another level. I remember back in the day, they did stream to talk about what they’re planning, working on, and going to release soon. It felt like they cared about their players and I always used it as an example on how game companies should be.
Now, I’ve been out of touch with Epic Seven for some time but I believe they’ve stopped doing it, for reasons unknown to me. But in those few years they did, is what every gaming company should strive for.
Anyways, sorry about that, I went on a little rant there. Enough of that, let’s talk about the game and how it looks now.
Gameplay
On the surface, battles follow a standard turn-based system: skills, cooldowns, buffs, debuffs. Easy, right? But then you start digging into speed tuning, skill cycling, and whether your team can survive Arbiter Vildred sneezing on them. Suddenly it’s a tactical dance where turn order and synergy matter more than raw power.
PvE is solid, with loads of content like story, side episodes, hunts, labyrinths, abyss, automaton tower, and more. Boss fights often require actual planning, not just brute force. And PvP? That’s where the real headache begins.
Arena and Guild Wars are where you really feel the pressure. It’s no longer just about having strong units, it’s about having them geared properly. Gear rolls are random, the grind to get usable sets is real, and your Arena team will lose to someone’s cleaved-out squad if your speed tuning is even slightly off.
This is where the spreadsheet gaming kicks in. You’ll find yourself farming hunts for days just to get a single decent piece of gear, rolling flat stats on boots for the 10th time, and questioning your life choices every time you run out of energy. But when your team clicks and you start outplaying opponents? It feels so good.
Progression is a grind, especially if you’re trying to build multiple teams. Resources are tight early on, and you’ll spend a lot of time farming Wyvern like your sanity depends on it (because it kind of does).
One thing Epic Seven does well is keeping the game alive. There are always events going on, login rewards, limited-time banners, balance patches, and frequent collabs. The devs clearly know how to keep players engaged, even if they occasionally throw in a broken unit just to stir the meta.
What about the gacha system?
The gacha system isn’t the worst out there, thanks to a pity system and selective summons. Still, rates are typical and your wallet or patience will be tested eventually. But the game does throw a decent amount of currency at you through events, login bonuses, and in-game achievements. You’re not entirely at the mercy of the RNG gods… just mostly.
Graphics – Anime With a Budget
First things first: Epic Seven is gorgeous. This game flexes hard in the visuals department. Every character is lovingly animated in battle with flashy skills, cinematic ultimates, and actual personality.
The cutscenes are fully illustrated, the UI is clean, and the whole thing looks like someone wanted to make a playable anime then actually pulled it off. I wouldn’t be surprised if they make it into an anime one day. It would be on par with Solo Leveling. Bold assumption, right? Have you seen the cutscenes? Because I did.
Conclusion
Back when they released Epic Seven, they set out to make it one of the best gacha games on the market. And I strongly believe not only they managed to do that but also set new standards on how gacha games should look like.
If you’re the kind of person who enjoys fine-tuning a squad, theorycrafting, and maybe raging at a gear roll or two (or ten), this game might just become your new obsession. Just be ready for the grind. It’s not always easy, but Epic Seven rewards effort, patience, and maybe a little bit of masochism. And hey, at least it looks amazing while it’s ruining your sleep schedule.
Frequently AskedQuestions (FAQ)
Yeah, if you’re into team-building and strategy, it’s still one of the best gacha games around. The grind is real, but the combat, story, and visuals make it worth sticking with.
For sure, you can. Free-to-play players can definitely progress, but you’ll need patience and smart resource management. Whaling just speed things up.
Still some of the best you’ll see in a mobile game. The character art, skill animations, and even cutscenes feel like you’re watching an anime in motion.
Honestly? Pretty grindy. You’ll be farming Hunts, chasing perfect gear rolls, and running dailies a lot. If you enjoy progression and tweaking builds, it can be fun — but if you want something casual, be prepared for some repetition.
Pavle is the founder of PlayForge and its lead writer and reviewer, covering PC, PS5, and mobile games, a with a focus on RPGs, MMOs, FPS games, and more. He’s been gaming since the PS2 days and now writes in-depth reviews and guides to help players find their next obsession and get gaming insights from real players, not just critics. His reviews are honest and transparent, but he always tries to stay positive, because in his opinion, almost any game can be fun if you look at it the right way.
In his free time, he likes to (obviously) play more games, spend time with his family, theorycraft about various media with his wife, and watch anime. So yes, he’s a complete nerd, even if he’ll never admit it.