CRY
CRY is a dark fantasy mobile action RPG that flips the usual hero narrative on its head. Instead of saving the world, you play as humanity’s “anti-heroes,” empowered by demonic forces and set on a ruthless campaign against absent gods. Its presentation leans high-budget for a phone title, pairing dramatic music with flashy combo chains and real-time PvP modes.
| Publisher: Eyedentity Mobile Type: Mobile ARPG Release Date: October 18, 2016 Shut Down: 2017 Pros: +Uncommon “bad guy” perspective. +Deep weapon, armor, crafting, and summon-driven progression. +Combo-focused combat with cinematic flair and responsive controls. Cons: -Occasional awkward English localization. -Monetization can feel pay-to-win. -Performance hiccups and lag at times. |
CRY Shut Down in 2017
CRY Overview
In CRY, the premise is bleak and intentionally confrontational: the gods have turned their backs on humanity, and mankind decides the only answer is rebellion. To fight back, you forge a pact with a demon named Memphito, gaining sinister power and stepping into the role of an antagonist in a grim, stage-based ARPG.
At the start, you pick from three playable characters, each locked to a specific identity and playstyle. Deimos is a melee fighter marked by a demonic arm, Eva is a caster who channels shadow-based magic, and Lucia is a young girl accompanied by a possessed bunny doll that defines much of her theme. Each option comes with its own skill progression, weapon preferences, and personality, which helps the roster feel distinct even though it is small.
Progression revolves around both looks and power. Cosmetic items alter your character’s appearance, while equipment upgrades come from a mix of rewards, summoning, and crafting. Weapons and armor scale in rarity, and the game encourages repeated runs to chase stronger drops or materials. Alongside your main character, you can also recruit Familiars, small companion creatures that join fights and contribute extra damage or support, giving you another layer to build around.
The PvE backbone is the campaign, spread across 120+ stages that gradually reveal CRY’s story. For routine farming, there are daily dungeons with targeted loot pools, and social play is supported through guilds that let you group up and feel part of a larger community. On the competitive side, CRY offers real-time PvP, including both 1v1 and 3v3 formats, built around the same action combat foundations.
Moment-to-moment gameplay focuses on chaining attacks and triggering skills through specific tap and touch patterns. Auto-battle is available for grinding, but the combat system is at its best when you actively manage timing to extend combos and finish bosses with dramatic slow-motion executions that emphasize the game’s cinematic style.
CRY Key Features:
- Play from the antagonist side – a darker narrative angle where your goal is to bring down the gods, not protect them.
- Distinct, role-driven characters – choose between a male warrior, a female mage, or a young girl with a demon doll, each with different skills and gear preferences.
- Summoning for equipment and Familiars – expand your build through drops and a gacha-style summon system for gear and companion creatures.
- Crafting and upgrades – turn materials into improved weapons and armor, and strengthen Familiars to boost their effectiveness in battle.
- Combo-centric action combat – learn tap patterns to trigger chains and abilities, culminating in stylish slow-motion boss finishes.
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CRY Links
CRY Official Site [Korean]
CRY Facebook Page
CRY Naver Cafe Page [Korean]
CRY One Store [Korean]
CRY Google Play
CRY iTunes App Store
CRY System Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Operating System: Android 4.3 and up / iOS 7.0 or later.
CRY Music & Soundtrack
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CRY Additional Information
Korean Title: 크라이
Developer(s): Lopop Games
Publisher(s): Eyedentity (Global)
Platform(s): iOS, Android
Closed Beta Release Date: April 14, 2016
Korean Release Date: July 18, 2016
Global Release Date: October 18, 2016
Shut Down: 2017
Development History / Background:
CRY is a dark fantasy mobile ARPG created by Lopop Games and released globally by Eyedentity, with both companies operating out of South Korea. Eyedentity, which is a subsidiary of the Chinese firm Shanda Games, has also been associated with mobile publishing efforts tied to properties such as Dragon Nest. The game first appeared in a closed beta in April 2016, followed by a Korean launch in July 2016. Its worldwide release arrived on iOS and Android in October 2016 with English language support, and service later ended in 2017.
