RAVEN2

Analysis by Getfullapps

I approached RAVEN2 as a game that might sit on a shared household device, not just as something to play alone. That distinction matters here. Netmarble’s role is easy to recognize in the game’s presentation: this is a large-scale mobile role-playing experience aimed at players who enjoy building a character, following a continuing adventure, and spending time with a persistent online community. It is free to start, available for Android devices running at least Android 7.0, and carries a Mature 17+ age rating. My experience was most positive when I treated it as a focused hobby rather than a quick game for filling a spare minute.

The current release is version 3.03.02, and its store summary points to a Special Corps Appreciation Festival Update. That gives the game a live-service feel rather than the sense of a finished, self-contained adventure. The update context is useful for returning players, but it also tells new players what they are signing up for: an evolving game that expects attention to events, progression, and the rhythm of an active service. The overall store average is 3.1 from around 23 thousand ratings, while the game has passed one million installs. I would read those figures as a sign of broad interest combined with a divided experience, not as a simple recommendation or warning.

How RAVEN2 fits into a shared household

In a household where several people use the same phone or tablet, the first practical question is not whether the game looks impressive. It is whether the device owner and the player can keep their activities clearly separated. A role-playing game with ongoing progression is different from a puzzle title that anyone can open for a few minutes. If I were letting another person use my device for this game, I would agree on when it can be played, where the device is stored afterward, and who is responsible for any purchase prompt before handing it over.

That simple conversation prevents a common problem with free-to-play games: the download costs nothing, but optional purchases are available from $0.99 to $99.99 per item. I would not leave the decision vague, especially on a shared device. The safest household routine is to make the rule explicit: purchases require the account holder’s permission, and the player should close the game before passing the device to someone else. This is not a criticism of the combat or story; it is basic housekeeping for a game whose progression can make optional spending feel tempting.

RAVEN2 is a better fit for a household with one main player than for a device that is constantly passed among several people. A single player can remember their progress, preferred settings, and place in the game’s ongoing content. With several casual users, the experience can become confusing quickly. One person may advance the account while another expects to continue from an earlier point, and a busy online role-playing game does not naturally feel like a shared board game where everyone can see the state of play.

For an everyday example, imagine a parent’s tablet being used by a teenager after school and by an adult later in the evening. I would keep one agreed player on the game, use a separate device profile or account arrangement where the operating system supports it, and avoid treating the title as a communal family activity. The adult can enjoy the game without interrupting the teenager’s progress, while the teenager is not put in the position of managing someone else’s character or spending choices. The key is not a special family feature; it is a clear boundary around the device and the game account.

Starting without letting the game take over the device

The opening decision is whether you want a substantial mobile RPG or a lightweight pastime. I would choose RAVEN2 when I have enough uninterrupted time to learn its flow and pay attention to what the game is asking me to do. I would skip it if my main need is a game that can be opened during a short wait, played with no commitment, and closed without thinking about progression.

That does not mean every session has to be long. It means the game rewards continuity. I found it more satisfying when I returned with a clear purpose instead of tapping through menus without knowing what I wanted to improve. Before starting a session, I would decide whether the goal is advancing the adventure, checking current activity, strengthening the character, or simply exploring. This small habit reduces the feeling of being pulled from one task to another.

New players should also resist the urge to spend immediately just because a purchase appears useful. I would first learn the ordinary progression loop, identify which resources matter to my play style, and see whether a purchase solves a genuine problem or merely speeds up something I have not yet understood. In a free game with a wide purchase range, patience is a practical advantage. It lets you judge the game on its own terms before putting money behind it.

Another useful boundary is time. Online role-playing games can make “one more task” feel harmless, particularly when an event or reward is available. On a shared household device, I would set a stopping point before opening the app. That helps keep the game from displacing homework, work, sleep, or another person’s agreed device time. It also improves the experience because I am less likely to rush through content simply because I started playing without a plan.

Keeping progress and responsibilities separate

Account boundaries deserve more attention than they usually receive in casual app reviews. If the game is installed on a phone used by more than one person, I would avoid letting different players alternate inside the same game identity. Even when everyone is acting in good faith, the result can be muddled: a character may be developed in a direction the original player did not want, and nobody may remember which decisions were made by whom.

I would also keep the device owner’s store account separate from the player’s permission to play. A person can be allowed to use the game without being allowed to approve purchases. Those are two different permissions, and treating them as one is how household misunderstandings happen. Before the first session, I would explain that the game is free to download but includes paid items, then make the approval process clear in ordinary language.

For a younger household member, the Mature 17+ rating is an important stopping point rather than a detail to overlook. I would not assume that a child should play simply because the game runs on a family device. The rating should be part of the decision, alongside the player’s age, maturity, and the household’s own rules. If the intended player is below that age context, I would choose a different role-playing game designed for that audience instead of trying to make RAVEN2 fit.

Adults sharing the device should think about privacy in a practical way too. I would close the game when finished, avoid leaving sensitive account screens open, and make sure the next user knows whose session they are entering. These are ordinary habits, but they matter more in a persistent RPG than in a title with no continuing identity. A clean handoff protects both the player’s progress and the device owner’s account.

Coordinating play when people share time

Coordination is where RAVEN2 can work well as a household interest without becoming a household account. Two people can discuss what they like about the game, compare impressions, or agree on quiet hours while still keeping their characters and decisions separate. I prefer this arrangement to having several people control one account. Conversation creates a social connection; shared credentials create confusion.

If two adults in the same home both play, I would give each person a predictable window rather than fighting over the device whenever an event is active. The game’s live update model makes this especially sensible. A scheduled routine also makes it easier to notice whether the game is becoming a relaxing hobby or an obligation. If one player feels they must log in every time the other person finishes, the arrangement is no longer working well for the household.

There is a useful trade-off here. A shared tablet may offer a larger screen and a comfortable place to play, but it can also become unavailable when somebody needs it for school, work, or entertainment. A personal phone offers more independence, while a small screen may be less comfortable for extended RPG sessions. I would choose the device based on who needs access most and how seriously the player intends to engage, rather than assuming the biggest available screen is automatically best.

Families should also agree on what “finished” means. In a story-driven game, a player might stop after a chapter. In an ongoing role-playing game, there may always be another improvement, activity, or event to check. I would use a clock or a simple household rule instead of waiting for a natural ending that may never arrive. This is one of the most realistic ways to keep a live-service game compatible with shared routines.

Age, trust, and the mature audience

The Mature 17+ label changes my recommendation substantially. I would discuss the rating before installation, not after someone has already become invested in the game. Adults looking for a darker, more serious role-playing atmosphere may appreciate that context. Parents deciding what belongs on a child’s shared device should treat it as a reason to look elsewhere, even if the child is familiar with other mobile games.

Trust also applies to spending. A mature rating does not automatically mean every adult player will make careful purchase decisions, and a free download can create a false sense that there is no financial commitment. I would only recommend installing it on a shared account when the account holder understands the available purchase range and has a clear approval habit. If the household cannot agree on that, the game is not worth the argument.

The rating and purchase model are separate issues, but together they make supervision and communication more important. I would not rely on a child simply promising not to buy anything, nor would I hand over an unlocked device and assume the store will prevent mistakes. The responsible approach is to decide who may play, who may authorize spending, and whether the game’s age context is acceptable before the first download.

For adults, the same information helps set expectations. This is not the kind of title I would recommend to someone who wants a completely neutral, child-friendly game for a living-room tablet. I would point that person toward a less mature role-playing option with a simpler account and spending environment. RAVEN2 makes more sense for an adult player or an age-appropriate teenager whose household has already established sensible boundaries.

What the role-playing format does well

Compared with a conventional single-player RPG, RAVEN2 feels more like a continuing commitment. The appeal is not only reaching an ending; it is returning to a character and seeing the game develop through its ongoing content. That structure can be motivating for players who enjoy gradual improvement and a world that remains available after a single sitting.

The downside is that this format can feel less self-contained than a traditional paid RPG. If I want a complete adventure with a clear finish and no store decisions, I would choose a premium single-player alternative instead. If I want a quick match with an obvious beginning and end, a competitive action game would probably serve me better. RAVEN2 is aimed at the middle ground between those choices: a free-to-start RPG that asks for repeated attention.

Its current festival update also makes the game more attractive to returning players who want a reason to check back in. For a newcomer, though, an event should be treated as an extra layer rather than the sole reason to install. If the underlying progression and role-playing style do not appeal to you, a temporary activity will not fix that. I would first decide whether the core format suits my habits, then use the update as a bonus.

One non-obvious advantage of approaching the game slowly is that it gives you a better basis for judging its value. Players who rush to optimize may notice the purchase options before they understand what they enjoy. Players who spend a little time learning the game can decide whether they care more about story progress, character development, or the social side. That distinction helps prevent spending on features that do not actually improve your preferred way to play.

Who should install it, and who should pass

I would recommend RAVEN2 to an adult mobile gamer who enjoys role-playing games with ongoing content, is comfortable with a free-to-start model, and can give the game a consistent place in their routine. It is also suitable for someone who wants a substantial game on a phone rather than a collection of tiny distractions. The one-million-plus install figure shows that it has reached a sizeable audience, but popularity alone should not decide whether it belongs on your device.

I would be more cautious with a player who dislikes optional purchases, persistent online progression, or event-driven updates. The available items range from less than a dollar to nearly a hundred dollars each, so anyone who prefers a completely fixed-cost experience should consider a paid RPG instead. I would also pass if I needed a game for young children, a title that several family members can share casually, or an experience that never asks me to think about account boundaries.

The 3.1 average rating reinforces my balanced view. I would not dismiss the game because the score is modest, but I would not promise that it will satisfy every RPG fan either. A divided reception often means the game’s structure and business model matter as much as its setting or presentation. I would try it free, establish spending limits, and decide based on the first sessions rather than assuming the install count guarantees a personal fit.

My household verdict

RAVEN2 works best when one appropriate-age player owns the experience, understands the purchase model, and has a predictable time to play. In that setting, Netmarble’s role-playing game can become a substantial mobile hobby, especially for someone who enjoys returning to an evolving world instead of finishing a short campaign in one weekend.

It is less convincing as a communal family game. I would not pass one account between several people, and I would not install it for a younger player simply because the download is free. On a shared device, separate user boundaries, permission around purchases, and an agreed schedule are more important than any individual feature. Those rules do not limit the game; they make it possible to enjoy it without creating avoidable household friction.

My final recommendation is therefore specific: try it if you are an adult or an age-appropriate player seeking a continuing mobile RPG and you are willing to manage its free-to-start structure thoughtfully. Skip it if you want a child-friendly shared-device title, a finished offline-style adventure, or a game with no financial decisions attached. For the right player, the free entry point is a sensible way to test the experience. For the wrong household setup, even a promising RPG can become more trouble than entertainment.