MY HERO ULTRA IMPACT succeeds where many anime-based mobile games fail by creating an authentic My Hero Academia experience that respects both the source material and strategic RPG gameplay. Rather than simply slapping familiar faces onto generic mechanics, this turn-based battle system genuinely captures the tactical nature of Quirk usage, making every 3-on-3 encounter feel like a miniature version of the strategic battles that define the anime series.

Where Strategy Meets Spectacular Visuals

The game’s skill chain system transforms what could be mindless tapping into meaningful tactical decisions Players must carefully sequence their heroes’ Quirks to maximize damage output and defensive positioning, creating the kind of strategic depth that keeps battles engaging beyond the initial novelty. The exclusive Cinemagraphy feature brings characters to life on your home screen with subtle animations, while the extensive collection of app-original illustrations provides visual rewards that feel genuinely special rather than throwaway content.

What distinguishes Ultra Impact from typical gacha RPGs is its comprehensive story mode that authentically recreates key anime moments from Deku’s first meeting with All Might through major story arcs including the League of Villains encounters. This narrative foundation gives context and emotional weight to character collection that many competitors lack.

The Technical Reality Check

However, user feedback reveals significant performance challenges that impact long-term enjoyment. Players consistently report excessive loading times between actions and crashes during crucial battle moments, particularly when facing teams with certain characters like Ochako. These technical issues create frustrating interruptions to otherwise engaging gameplay, especially in competitive Ultra Arena matches where crashes count as automatic losses.

The gacha system presents another significant challenge, with players noting that securing specific banner characters requires 30 ten-pulls for guarantees and minimal pity protection. The recent introduction of DX pieces requiring character duplicates has created additional monetization pressure that many long-term players find disappointing.

For My Hero Academia enthusiasts seeking strategic mobile gameplay with authentic anime storytelling, Ultra Impact delivers compelling core mechanics—provided players understand the technical limitations and monetization expectations that define the long-term experience.