Animalia Survival

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"Animalia Survival" is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a vibrant natural environment. Players must hunt, gather, and craft to survive, while also forming alliances and competing against other animals in the quest for dominance. With a variety of biomes, weather conditions, and both day and night cycles, the game offers a dynamic and immersive experience.

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Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,512 reviews

graphics51 positive mentions

stability118 negative mentions

The game has beautiful graphics and a great concept for animal survival.
The community is generally friendly and helpful, making it enjoyable to play with others.
The game has a lot of potential and is actively being updated by the developers.

The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of AI animals, making solo play boring and unengaging.
Many players report that the game is unbalanced, with carnivores being overpowered compared to herbivores.

graphics
127 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful visuals and animal models, while others criticize the poor optimization and inconsistency between in-game graphics and promotional materials. Many users report significant lag and bugs, even on high-end PCs, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, while there are moments of impressive graphics, the game's performance issues and lack of polish detract from the visual experience.
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the lighting adds a stunning atmosphere to the environment.”
- “This game is beautiful; the graphics and animal models are great, making it a fantastic experience for animal lovers.”
- “The graphics are nice, and the lighting and skybox are amazing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The graphics look nothing like the trailer; why have the DLCs we don't own in the game anyhow?”
- “Worst £15 I've ever spent; graphics look like I'm playing on a Nokia and it's super laggy. Fix this game; it has so much potential if the developers actually put effort into it.”
- “The graphics are horrible, even on higher settings.”
stability
119 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and lag issues that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users describe the experience as frustratingly unpolished, with problems ranging from keybinding errors to severe animation glitches and server instability. While some players find enjoyment in the concept and community, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is currently too buggy for a satisfying experience, suggesting potential players wait for further development and fixes.
- “The animal animations are beautifully crafted and rarely buggy.”
- “The game runs smoothly with minimal glitches, providing a stable experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it rarely crashes or freezes.”
- “Game is broken, buggy trash; the new update makes your antivirus pick up threats and your game crashes.”
- “The game is a buggy mess, unbalanced, barely playable, and yet somehow worthy of DLC cosmetic content?”
- “Cannot recommend this game to anyone at the moment; it looks bad, runs poorly, and is full of glitches.”
gameplay
119 mentions
17 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game has received largely negative feedback, with many users citing poor mechanics, clunky animations, and a lack of depth or purpose in multiplayer modes. While some appreciate the graphics and potential for fun, the overwhelming consensus is that the game feels unfinished, buggy, and often frustrating, leading to a disappointing experience overall. Many reviewers recommend waiting for significant improvements before considering a purchase.
- “Animalia survival offers a tough and challenging gaming experience, but its appealing art style adds a unique charm to the gameplay.”
- “It has great graphics, very smooth gameplay, as well as beautiful landscapes and animals.”
- “The game is playable, there are group systems, scent system, carry system, growth mechanics, breeding and gestating other players as your child, and an empty but nice looking custom map.”
- “Low design bar - mechanics, graphics, animation, UI - it's all bare-bones, and not in a good way.”
- “The movement and combat mechanics are clunky and somewhat unresponsive; the mechanics and general gameplay loop are hard to understand and aren't easy to learn.”
- “The gameplay is really buggy, like constant rubberbanding and awkward clunky character animations.”
optimization
31 mentions
13 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
32 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is severely lacking, with numerous bugs, performance issues, and balance problems reported by users. Many players experience significant lag and connectivity issues, even on lower graphics settings, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the game is considered poorly optimized and in need of substantial improvements to enhance performance and player experience.
- “Better combat, better optimization, no penalties for death at the moment.”
- “The game has potential though, and if they can fix bugs, improve performance, and enhance the map, it can be an awesome game for sure.”
- “A fun survival game that I enjoy playing with friends, but it needs a lot of bug fixes and optimization to provide a better experience.”
- “The game is infested with bugs, balance issues, and overall performance issues. One thing that I dislike is the amount of effort put into attacks, animations, and sounds.”
- “Animalia suffers from poor server optimization, meaning if you want to run, be prepared to run... in place. If you want to stop, you'll stop but not where you think you'd end up. Want to jump? Expect a 3-second delay.”
- “The optimization is horrid; if you set your graphics one setting below 'epic', everything looks like a big blob, and even the animals' textures won't load in.”
monetization
14 mentions
0 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing disappointment in its reliance on asset flips and poor server management. Players feel that the game lacks value for its price, and while it may offer some entertainment, the overall sentiment is that it is not worth the investment. Many recommend caution before purchasing, citing a lack of player engagement and questionable development practices.
- “It is a cash grab, and buy at your own risk.”
- “The game has a lot of cons and at the end of the day is an asset cash grab.”
- “I do not recommend Animalia as it is an overpriced asset cash grab.”
story
13 mentions
15 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
31 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with several users noting it has no narrative elements. Instead, players appreciate the gameplay mechanics and missions, drawing comparisons to other animal simulation games like Wolf Quest and Path of Titans, which offer more engaging storylines. Overall, while the game is recommended for its survival aspects, it does not provide a compelling narrative experience.
- “I truly recommend this game if you enjoy survival games and other games like Wolf Quest. Updates are frequent, and I have seen a lot of bug fixes, which is really nice to see!”
- “Personally, I had thought the game was like Wolf Quest, where you could hunt, thrive, and have a family.”
- “I liked Wolf Quest and thought this game struck similarly in that you play and survive as the animal.”
- “No story.”
- “If you want to play actual good/decent animal simulation games that are also worth the money, just play Wolf Quest or Path of Titans.”
- “Personally, I had thought the game was like Wolf Quest where you could hunt, thrive, and have a family.”
humor
11 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in its quirky mechanics, such as the absurdity of a baby croc defeating a maxed-out character and the comical visuals of carrying cubs. While many enjoy the lightheartedness and community interactions, others criticize the game's numerous bugs and lack of realism, often laughing at its shortcomings rather than with it. Overall, the humor serves as a significant draw for players, despite the game's imperfections.
- “Your max croc can get one shot by a baby croc; very funny, devs! I love it.”
- “I started this game for the humor but fell in love with the community. Although imperfect, I could easily look past it and found myself lounging on rocks, exploring, chatting, and hunting for hours.”
- “It's such an amazing game, but it needs a lot of work. I don't mind; it's so funny to play with friends.”
grinding
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
57 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it enjoyable and rewarding, others describe it as tedious and excessively time-consuming, particularly for herbivores facing challenges against carnivores. The need for extensive grinding is emphasized, with some suggesting it requires a significant time investment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Climbing with leopards is a tedious affair.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Animal balancing has been favoring carnivores since the beginning, which makes being any herbivore downright tedious and unfair -- with even rhinos and elephants struggling against a couple of lions.”
music
7 mentions
14 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its relaxing qualities when functioning properly, while others criticize its inconsistency and glitches, particularly after a recent update. Suggestions for improvement include replacing the current tracks with more engaging themes, such as those from Zoo Tycoon. Overall, the community expresses a desire for the developers to focus on enhancing the music and gameplay experience.
- “Yes, I recommend it for the price. It's a good game to relax with nice music (when it works).”
- “Sounds 5/10; a bit glitchy around this one rock where it keeps roaring at me... very strange. Music can randomly play, making it sound like you are in combat when you aren't, but there is a variety of ambient noises making it sound full and alive around you.”
- “The music is really weird and really takes you out of it.”
- “The music is really weird and really takes you out of it.”
- “Sounds 5/10 bit glitchy around this one rock where it keeps roaring at me... very strange, music can randomly play making it sound like you are in combat when you aren't, but there is a variety of ambient noises making it sound full and alive around you.”
- “The devs need to prove that they do care about their game and focus their efforts on actually making original models and music and improving the gameplay instead of digging themselves deeper, especially since 50%+ of the community has lost faith in these devs already.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing strong dissatisfaction and a desire to distance themselves from both the game and its developers.
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its glitches and instability, yet it appears to offer more replayability compared to "Cereal Soup," suggesting that players may find enough engaging content to revisit despite technical issues.
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics leads to a repetitive experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its entertainment value and engaging player interactions, making it a standout experience despite some bugs.
- “The entertainment value, player interactions, and overall atmosphere of this game are absolutely brilliant.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you hooked.”