Apocalypse Express

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Apocalypse Express is a single player and multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Llamaware and was released on June 17, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Apocalypse Express is an action management roguelike where you upgrade and repair a train while surviving endless enemy waves in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Balance firefighting, resource gathering, and combat as you navigate a journey to explore the outside world. Strategically equip your train with diverse modules to adapt and survive unpredictable challenges.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a chaotic and engaging gameplay loop that keeps players on their toes, requiring multitasking to manage resources and combat effectively.
The art style and music are well-received, adding charm and atmosphere to the game, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
The developers are responsive and actively patching the game, showing commitment to improving the experience and adding more content in the future.

The game can be overwhelmingly difficult, especially for solo players, with many runs feeling dictated by RNG and lacking a sense of fair progression.
There are significant balance issues, with upgrades often feeling either too weak or overpowered, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The current content is limited, with only a few levels available, which may lead to repetitive gameplay and a lack of variety in runs.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
57%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the solid mechanics and fun gameplay loop, while others find it overwhelming due to micromanagement and a steep difficulty curve. Many users noted that the game evolves positively over time, offering a rewarding experience once players adapt to its unique mechanics, though initial runs can feel slow and frustrating. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement and replayability, but balancing issues and a sense of unfairness detract from the experience for some players.
- “Solid gameplay loop, the game clearly has potential.”
- “I love how the gameplay has evolved since the demo I played.”
- “Very addicting and stressful gameplay; after playing for some time and getting used to it, you can conquer even the hard levels with ease.”
- “While mechanically the game is fine, when playing alone it just overwhelms you with annoying micromanagement, often resulting in a death spiral from which there is no escape.”
- “Really liked the game overall but feels kind of unplayable when things randomly explode and doing mechanics like turning (which is kind of very often) not working is frustrating.”
- “Gameplay: like balancing on a unicycle trying to juggle machetes with no arms.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their impressive art style and engaging aesthetics, with many users highlighting the cool visuals and unique design that enhance the overall experience. The combination of explosive graphics and a captivating art direction has successfully drawn players in.
- “Such a good game, very engaging; the visuals are awesome.”
- “I love the art style, and it's really engaging.”
- “Ftl micromanagement and Mad Max aesthetics.”
- “The art style is what hooked me initially, and it’s even more impressive in-game.”
- “The graphics: yes (explosive)”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and uniqueness, with many reviewers noting that the soundtrack is impressive and enhances the overall experience. While some users mention a lack of variety and suggest the addition of more tracks, the music is generally described as vibrant and well-complemented by the game's art and design.
- “I love that it introduces new enemies, music, and a fresh theme.”
- “The art, music, and particles are just perfect.”
- “The art is really beautiful, and the music slaps!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game offers high replayability due to its diverse upgrade types and enemy variety, alongside a substantial amount of content. However, some players express frustration with certain elements that can diminish the experience, potentially leading to reduced replayability and increased likelihood of quitting.
- “The upgrade types and variety of enemies make for great replay value.”
- “Beyond the stellar presentation and mechanics, the amount of content here is massive, offering tremendous value and replayability.”
- “This is unfair and causes frustration for players, reducing replayability and increasing rage quits.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game shows potential but is currently marred by some bugs, indicating that while it has a solid foundation, stability issues need to be addressed.
- “Still a little buggy, but super promising!”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced multiple glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is noted for its engaging lore, with users highlighting the character Bobby Fixer as a significant element. Overall, the narrative appears to resonate well with players, contributing positively to the game's experience.