Afterinfection

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Afterinfection is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by RePatrick21 and was released on May 19, 2025. It received neutral reviews from players.

What is AfterinfectionAfterInfection combines core elements of classic survival games to create the perfect immersive survival experience for all players. Spawn with nothing and make your way across a large island scavenging for supplies, weapons, and building materials. Pick your fights against other survivors or zombies you encounter then progress in the game to building your own shelter and rai…

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 289 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential and offers a fun zombie survival experience, especially when played with friends.
It runs well on various platforms, including the Steam Deck, and has a decent crafting and base-building system.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and actively work on updates, which gives hope for future improvements.

The game feels abandoned, with many players reporting a lack of updates and unresolved bugs since its early access launch.
Gameplay mechanics are clunky, with issues such as poor hit detection, inventory management problems, and a lack of essential features like a skill tree or brightness settings.
Looting is often unsatisfying, with players finding minimal rewards for their efforts, and the overall player base is very low, leading to a lack of multiplayer engagement.

gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
55%
21%
The gameplay of the game has been described as clunky and buggy, with many users noting the lack of basic mechanics and smooth controls, particularly in first-person view and combat. While some players see potential in its early access state, they emphasize the need for significant improvements and additional content to enhance the overall experience. Despite its shortcomings, the game can still be enjoyable, especially when played with friends, but it currently lacks the depth and polish expected from a fully developed title.
- “A highly recommended this game fun to play and the game mechanics are great for an early access game. There is a lot of room for a strong future for this game and 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, and that's how you know it has potential. With that being said, the game needs a lot of work. Even though mechanics are clumsy, the game manages to be fun, especially with a friend. The game is buggy, but it still has that feeling of something new. It can really be great if the devs listen to players and work hard on this!”
- “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.”
- “It's missing many basic mechanics like a right click and 'transfer to' option for all items in a search discovery.”
- “The gun mechanics can be buggy; sometimes a gun won't reload or you can't switch when needed.”
- “Clunky gameplay.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as crashes, unresponsive mechanics, and visual issues. While some players acknowledge the potential for improvement given the game's low price and single developer, many express frustration over the extent of the problems, suggesting that it is currently not worth the investment. Overall, the game is seen as a "buggy mess" that requires substantial work to reach its potential.
- “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.”
- “You will hit glitches that will cause the zombies to hit you, but you can't hit them, which will kill you and cause you to lose all the gear you have worked for.”
- “Overall, this game is a buggy mess with a very low player count.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
31%
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 users note that the visuals are reminiscent of other titles like The Sims and H1Z1, suggesting a mid-tier quality that could benefit from further polishing and detail enhancement. Overall, while there is potential, the graphics are seen as a significant area for future development.
- “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.”
- “The graphics are pretty much just like in H1Z1: Just Survive.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 seen 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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing interactions with zombies, particularly their quirky running animations, which consistently elicit laughter. While the game has some control frustrations, it offers a fun experience, especially when played with friends, making it a worthwhile purchase at a low price.
- “Real review: 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.”
- “If this isn't updated a few years from now, snag it on sale and mess around with friends. I played it solo, but exploring and possibly shooting your friends while dealing with zombies sounds funny.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers emphasize the necessity for a compelling purpose and backstory to enhance character development, suggesting that these elements are crucial for creating engaging and relatable characters within the game.
- “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
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 so engaging that I often find myself lost in the game while enjoying my favorite tunes.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is perceived as having 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, this is a bare-bones game with barely any replay value.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied content makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 corners and spaces.
- “The atmosphere of the game is incredible, especially on the streets and in the houses. It really gets under your skin, making you feel scared as you never know who might come out from around the corner.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, creating a sense of tension and anticipation that keeps you on edge throughout the gameplay.”
- “Every corner of the game world is filled with a haunting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, making exploration both thrilling and nerve-wracking.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized as a potential cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over the perceived lack of value for the price paid, particularly in early access. Many players are hesitant to invest further until they see significant improvements in the game.
- “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 developers. I don't think it cost that much to make this game, so they're cash grabbing while they have the chance. We'll see how it goes; I'm never purchasing an early access game again.”