Afterinfection

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"Afterinfection is a massively multiplayer role-playing video game, offering both single-player and co-op options for up to 2 players. The game features a large island environment with dynamic elements such as day/night cycles, weather, and AI zombies. Players must scavenge for supplies, engage in PvP and PvE combat, build and upgrade bases, and manage hunger, thirst, and bleeding. Despite the pretty visuals in Unreal Engine 4, the game is known for its numerous bugs."

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Play Modes

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 271 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability21 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential with solid crafting, building mechanics, and a decent loot system.
Graphics and atmosphere are appealing, providing a fun experience for players who enjoy survival games.
The developers are responsive and actively working on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.

The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates or communication from the developers for an extended period.
There are numerous bugs and issues, including problems with AI, hit detection, and server stability, making gameplay frustrating.
The game lacks content and variety, with many players reporting boredom and a lack of engaging activities.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
21%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting clunky mechanics, visual glitches, and buggy gun functions that detract from the experience. However, some users appreciate the potential for fun, especially in multiplayer settings, and highlight the building mechanics and loot system as positive aspects. Overall, while the game shows promise and could improve with future updates, it currently suffers from basic and unrefined gameplay elements.
- “A highly recommended game, fun to play, and the game mechanics are great for an early access title. There is a lot of room for strong future development, and it has a lot of potential. Keep up the great work!”
- “This game indeed has a lot of potential; it's a modern Rust/DayZ/Tarkov type of game. Even though the mechanics are clumsy, the game manages to be fun, especially when playing with a friend. It has that feeling of something new, and it can really be great if the developers listen to players and work hard on improvements!”
- “Another element that adds to the gameplay is that zombies will hear your gunshots, and all of a sudden, thirty of them that were just lingering around a town will charge you.”
- “The mechanics are clunky.”
- “Game looks like it's meant to run on the Sega Genesis and gameplay is complete crap.”
- “The gun mechanics can be buggy; sometimes a gun won't reload or you can't switch when needed.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact gameplay, such as crashes, unresponsive mechanics, and visual issues. While some players acknowledge the potential for improvement given the game's low price and the fact that it is developed by a single individual, many express frustration over the frequency and severity of the problems. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is fun and has promise, it requires substantial work to address its stability issues.
- “The game itself, at least on my end, only has 2 public US servers hosted by Zap Hosting. Both are incredibly buggy; if you get off the ATV wrong, it crashes the game and all the progress you made is reset to an hour before.”
- “Overall, this game is a buggy mess with a very low player count.”
- “The hot bar glitches out on you, so you are not able to consume drinks or food, causing you to die from hunger and thirst.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
32%
16%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as "incredible" and "nice," while others find them lacking and in need of improvement. Many players note that the visuals are reminiscent of other titles like The Sims and H1Z1, indicating a mid-range quality that could benefit from further polishing and detail enhancement. Overall, while there is potential for improvement, the graphics are generally considered acceptable for an early access title, with some players expressing hope for future updates to enhance the visual experience.
- “The graphics are incredible, and the map is huge.”
- “Very nice early alpha game, nice graphics, nice models, the textures are clean, I love the weather, water, and nature of this game.”
- “It has that early DayZ / H1Z1 feel, but with better graphics and gunplay.”
- “A rather weak game, but maybe in the future it will be better; the graphics leave much to be desired.”
- “The first person mode needs a lot of improvement and the animations are plain goofy; also, the graphics aren't anything to rave about.”
- “Cheap make of Rust and DayZ; other than that, it needs better graphics.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's story is criticized for lacking purpose, backstory, and character development, with many players feeling that it requires additional side quests to enhance narrative depth and provide meaningful rewards. Overall, the narrative is described as weak and underdeveloped, leaving players without guidance or context as they begin their journey.
- “Maybe some side quests added to help story development that rewards you with items needed to get further into the game.”
- “A rather weak game, but maybe in the future it will be better; the graphics leave much to be desired, the gameplay is the same, I won't talk about the story anymore.”
- “The game needs a purpose, a backstory, and character development.”
- “There is no tutorial or story whatsoever; you just start and hope for the best.”
- “A rather weak game, but maybe in the future it will be better. The graphics leave much to be desired, the gameplay is the same, and I won't talk about the story anymore.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has drawn criticism from users who perceive it as a cash grab, particularly in the context of early access pricing. Many express dissatisfaction with the value received for the cost, indicating a reluctance to invest further until significant improvements are made.
- “Not asking for a refund in the hopes it's not another asset cash grab, but I will not be back until there is some work done.”
- “6 dollars? I guess it's a win for you and the devs. I don't think it cost that much to make this game, so they're cash grabbing while they have a chance. I will never purchase an early access game again.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is appreciated for its comedic elements, particularly the amusing way zombies move, which consistently elicits laughter. While some players note that the game has control issues and could use improvement, the lighthearted moments make it worth the $6 investment for a few laughs.
- “Play this if you don't mind spending $6 and laughing a bit.”
- “Yes, it needs some work and is kind of frustrating with the controls; however, the way the zombies run has me laughing every time.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers emphasize that the game lacks meaningful character development, citing a need for a compelling purpose and backstory to enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “The game needs a purpose, a backstory, and character development.”
- “The game lacks a clear purpose, backstory, and meaningful character development.”
- “Character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving players disconnected from the story.”
- “There is little to no growth in the characters, making it hard to invest in their journeys.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game serves as a pleasant backdrop, enhancing the simple survival gameplay and making it enjoyable to play while listening to other music.
- “The music in this game perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack enhances the atmosphere, making every moment feel more intense.”
- “The background music is soothing and adds a relaxing vibe to the survival gameplay.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is considered to have limited replayability, with many users noting that it feels bare bones and lacks content to encourage repeated playthroughs.
- “This game has potential, but at most, it is a bare-bones experience with minimal replay value.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there is little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes replaying feel tedious and uninteresting.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and suspenseful environment, particularly in urban and indoor settings, where players often feel a sense of fear and unpredictability as they navigate the surroundings.
- “The atmosphere of the game is incredible, especially on the streets and inside the houses. It really keeps you on edge, as you never know who might come out from around the corner.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every corner feel like a potential encounter. It's both thrilling and terrifying.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a sense of unease that lingers long after you put it down.”