Publisher	RicardoGzz
Platforms	Android 4.0 and up
Price	Free
Size	15 MB
Latest Version	1.20.2

Nostalgic! I guess if there is one best word to describe Rucoy Online, it is nothing more but a nostalgia! Rucoy Online is a free-to-play 2D MMORPG that will take you to an engaging adventure. Those who have experienced playing classic RPG like Legend of Zelda, the early Final Fantasy, or even the cult classic Crystalis, will surely find tons of similarities with Rucoy Online. Your goal is to take control of your hero, navigate and wander around the world, slay monsters and be the most powerful fighter of them all. Despite the apparent simplicity of this MMORPG, Rucoy Online still offers unique elements that make this game absolutely worth exploring. If you are up for an exciting adventure, feel free to explore this RPG and let your epic journey begins.

The Gameplay

Rucoy Online comes with a very straightforward rule. It follows a very simple set of mechanics that you can easily manage. As soon as the game starts, you will be prompted right away to the battlefield. Unlike most MMORPGs today, this game doesn’t have any Auto-play features. Meaning, everything in this game, from navigation to combat, will be done manually. To navigate around the 2D map, you just have to tap the field and your character will follow. You can also access the map and assign a specific destination for your character. To engage yourself in combat, simply tap the nearby enemies and your character will automatically hit the enemy using whatever skill you are currently using.

It is very interesting to note that this game allows you to swap classes. There are three classes available in this game and you can be any of them. The game comes with a very simple interface. The tap-based buttons on the bottom right corner of the game screen allow you to switch from one class to another. Tap the Sword icon to switch into a Knight class, tap the Bow to become an Archer, and the Staff to turn yourself into a Mage. Aside from the weapons you use, your character’s appearance will also drastically change as you switch to a new class.

Grind-centric MMORPG

Rucoy Online remains faithful to the classic RPG-style of gaming. It comes with a very slow-paced level up system so expect to spend ample time just to get the level you desire. The slow progression provides Rucoy Online a commendable longevity. It’s a grind-centric MMORPG and it doesn’t involve any quest system at all. All you need to do is to hunt creatures and defeat them with your skills. The monsters will vary in terms of their level. You can either fight monsters that share the same level with your character or challenge yourself to fight against creatures with higher levels. Interestingly, the higher the gap, the higher the experience drop you can earn, and the faster for you to reach a new level. Fighting against powerful monsters will also provide bigger chances of rare loots.

This also depends on the situation. You must always pay attention to your “Stats” as your damage rate greatly depends on it. Melee Level, for an instance, will quickly improve if you frequently use the sword while Distance Level will improve when using the bow more frequently. Magic level, on the other hand, will quickly advance if you use the staff more often. So even if your character is already at a higher level yet you seldom use one of your weapons, the damage will not be as effective as it should be. It is important to create a good balance and use all your weapons frequently and improve all their levels so you can switch from one class to another smoothly during every battle even if it means that you spend ample time in the same area dealing with the same type of monster. If you love game that heavily involves grinding, Rucoy Online is surely a great fit.

Dungeon Crawling, Party System, and Trading

A classic RPG will not be completed without its dungeon-crawling element and this game provides enough justice to it. As you wander around the map, you will encounter dungeons (often represented by ladders). You can enter dungeons regardless of your level. Dungeons will often feature aggressive and hostile monsters that you must be extremely wary about. If you are brave enough, you can explore dungeons alone and get a bigger chance of looting rare and valuable items or you can also join a party and be accompanied by other real-time online players.

There is also a PvP zone that allows you to fight against other players. To be fair, the game will create balance and prevent your character from dealing with players with higher levels. They have a unique punishment system for whoever breaks the rule. Trading is also an important element of Rucoy Online. Players have the ability to sell goods at their preferred price. Most towns will offer predefined areas where you can sell and trade items with other players. So if you are lucky enough to obtain a rare item, you get a chance to sell in at a very reasonable price. The drop rate in this game is not really as generous as other MMORPG so you really have to grind more or better yet sell goods for faster earning.

The Verdict

Simple yet surprisingly addictive and fun. I guess that is how you can perfectly describe Rucoy Online. Not to mention all the nostalgic elements that it offers. Appearance-wise, the game managed to capture all the retrospective elements that make you feel like playing an actual classic RPG. It is adorned with colorful pixel-art graphics and matched with a well-fitting retro sound that completes all the nostalgic gaming experience. The slow progression can be a downside to many but those who are looking for old-school RPG-style of gameplay will surely appreciate Rucoy Online. Overall, it is one satisfying MMORPG that is absolutely worth a download. Currently, Rucoy Online is only available for Android devices and you can download this nostalgic RPG for free. Have fun!