In order to unlock the auto battle feature, you need to reach level 5 for your account. Simply progress through the main chapter story and you should reach this level quick. You’ll get a notice on your level up screen once this feature is available.
In order to use auto battle, press the A icon that’s beside the pause button on the upper right side. Once auto battle is activated, the icon will be highlighted as yellow. Your characters will now use skills on their own.
The auto battle feature is useful since you can play the game idly if you’re busy. You don’t have to wait much for the cool downs to finish when clearing stages. However, on later stages there will be enemies that are much more difficult and you might need specific skill timings.
Pros: You can play the game idly and let your characters progress on their own. Skills will automatically be used once their cool down is over.
Cons: Later stages might have tougher enemies. If your characters use up all of their skills at earlier waves, they might have a difficult time in later waves or boss battles.
Use Auto Battle if you’re playing stages that you can confidently finish. Having higher CP, properly leveled characters, and a good party should be enough for you to progress. If you notice that your characters aren’t doing well on auto battle, consider strengthening them first.
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