Overall, it's a fun game that constantly has events. That said, you need to have a strong alliance to stand a chance. People who spend will out rank you, and a f2p will never be able to compete. A lot of the events require money or hours of grind. And some events you can't even pass without spending. If you can get into a state that all want it to grow, it's not all bad. Overall, give the game a try, but don't sink your heart or wallet into it.