A Mass of Dead

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A Mass of Dead is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Dev Arc and was released on July 15, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"A Mass of Dead" is a zombie-themed shooter game set in a post-apocalyptic city. Special agent Sara embarks on a mission to find a vaccine in a laboratory overrun by zombies. Players can team up with friends and use a variety of weapons and power-ups to survive and massacre hordes of zombies, including special and boss zombies with unique abilities and equipment. The game features online co-op for 2-4 players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story1 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game provides a satisfying experience of mowing down zombies with three fun and viable weapon types.
It offers a decent challenge, especially on higher difficulty modes, and can be enjoyable for short play sessions.
The co-op mode adds a fun element to the gameplay, allowing for shared experiences with friends.

The game suffers from poor optimization, bad controls, and a lack of content, leading to a repetitive experience.
Visuals and sound effects are subpar, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Players have reported issues with progression loss and bugs, which can be frustrating and unacceptable.

gameplay
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The gameplay is generally regarded as fun and engaging, with players enjoying the mechanics, particularly the use of the flamethrower as a favorite weapon. While the graphics may not impress, the overall experience is considered a worthwhile time investment, especially for the price. Users recommend watching gameplay videos to better understand the game's appeal before purchasing.
- “Got this for $1 from a coupon. Great game, good time waster. Graphics are meh but playable; gameplay is fun. Best weapon, in my opinion, is the flamethrower :)”
- “Seriously, watch a damn gameplay video of this thing before you consider buying it.”
- “If you don't believe me, watch my gameplay video and view it as the high-water mark of my experience with the game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered mediocre, with some users noting they are "meh" but still playable. While the promotional materials suggest a more visually impressive experience, the overall consensus is that the graphics are decent yet unremarkable.
- “+ decent graphics”
- “The trailer, the screenshots, and especially the promotional artwork sell a very different experience.”
- “The graphics make do; they're nothing special, and the audio is alright.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “I experienced significant lag and performance issues, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the optimization is so bad that it makes it nearly unplayable on my system.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that the game's replayability could be significantly enhanced by the addition of more maps and diverse enemy types, indicating that variety is key to keeping players engaged over multiple playthroughs.
- “The variety of maps and enemy types really enhances the game's replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh thanks to the diverse challenges and scenarios.”
- “I love how the game encourages multiple runs with different strategies and approaches.”
- “More maps and enemy types would go a long way to make the game replayable.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play through it again.”
- “The lack of varied gameplay mechanics makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”