Apocalypse Party

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Apocalypse Party is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Breaker Games and was released on November 30, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Apocalypse Party" is a community-driven game that invites players to join their official Discord, Twitter, Twitch, and YouTube channels for updates, discussions, and feedback. The developers are committed to making the game better with the help of its community, encouraging players to share their thoughts, ideas, and even bug reports. By fostering a strong community, "Apocalypse Party" aims to create the best post-apocalyptic party experience for its players.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 982 reviews

gameplay32 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game offers a deep variety of build options and character customization, making each run feel unique and engaging.
It's a fun multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends, providing chaotic and humorous gameplay.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and consistently release updates, enhancing the overall experience.

The game suffers from performance issues, including crashes and lag during intense gameplay, which can ruin the experience.
Localization and translation errors are prevalent, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in gameplay mechanics.
The game lacks sufficient content variety, with repetitive maps and enemy types that can make runs feel stale over time.

gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
51%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its addictive loop, build variety, and character customization, offering a satisfying experience despite some repetitiveness and lack of standout mechanics. However, players have noted issues such as poor performance, unbalanced gameplay, and a need for clearer descriptions of mechanics, which can hinder understanding. While the game has potential for replayability and fun, it also faces criticism for certain enemy designs and the absence of a dodge/dash mechanic.
- “The gameplay feels rewarding and satisfying; your choices matter and the sky is the limit as to how far you want to take your crazy builds.”
- “Its dynamic gameplay mechanics intricately weave resource management, decision-making, and exploration, offering a thrilling experience.”
- “Very replayable so far, extremely fun gameplay loop and you're always unlocking something.”
- “What me and a friend thought was some random piece of asset flip gameplay with a decent enough draw (vampire survivors, but co-op) has turned out to be a competitive broken build generator game where the objective is not to win, but to get the highest DPS, AOE radiuses, attack speeds, and armor regen per hit.”
- “Gameplay wise, it's the same thing, which yes I know is the point of roguelikes, but the map doesn't change that much and most weapons get easily overpowered by different weapons, which gets repetitive.”
- “The feel of the gameplay itself is pretty lackluster; killing enemies isn't particularly satisfying, your weapon attacks don't really have a lot of oomph, and the non-fodder enemies are more often than not very annoying and frustrating to deal with.”
story
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
61%
6%
The game's story is described as engaging and filled with emotional depth, featuring complex characters and a unique comic book art style. However, many players note that the narrative is relatively short, often completed in under five hours, and serves more as an added bonus rather than the main focus of the gameplay. While some appreciate the updates and potential for expansion, others feel the story lacks depth and can become repetitive after multiple playthroughs.
- “The story is insane, the characters are insane, the amount of love and affection stuffed into every corner of this game is insane.”
- “The narrative unfolds with depth, presenting complex characters and branching storylines that resonate emotionally.”
- “Overall it has a lot of potential, and I was not expecting the cool comic book style story it has going on... I loved the art style and the story so far and I hope it can be completed, if not in this game or another, then maybe as a web comic?”
- “I finished all the story chapters in a little under 5 hours.”
- “I didn't expect much from this game but there's a lot of hours of content/replayability once you get the hang of it, the story is pretty barebones and runs do start feeling the same after the first 2-3 hours, but nah this game is actually hilarious.”
- “The story is well done enough to kind of get the premise, but this isn't really a game you play for the story; the story is more of an added bonus.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
60%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique comic book style and smooth performance, while others criticize the low-effort, generic art style and visual effects that feel blocky and uninspired. Despite some players enjoying the visuals on lower-end systems, many find them lackluster and reminiscent of asset-store designs. Overall, the game's graphics seem to cater to a wide range of preferences, but they may not impress those seeking high-quality visuals.
- “The game's vivid visuals and atmospheric sound design create an immersive environment, intensifying the adventure.”
- “By far top 3 rogue-like of 2023, 6 games 1 crash I'll take that... graphics good, gameplay fun, 9/10 (no crash 10/10).”
- “Overall it has a lot of potential, and I was not expecting the cool comic book style story it has going on... I loved the art style and the story so far and I hope it can be completed, if not in this game or another, then maybe as a web comic?”
- “Visual presentation is as bad as it gets with generic shared assets giving everything a blocky/cartoony art style.”
- “Low effort art style, rough English translation, unimaginative game mechanics, stuttering and performance problems, spongy controls where the character is more floating than walking - won't continue to play this one.”
- “The visuals are pretty lackluster as well, visual effects are ugly and the art style has a generic asset-store feel to it.”
replayability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
20%
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, offering a variety of options, character unlocks, and strategic choices that keep gameplay fresh and engaging. While some players note it may be quick to complete, many highlight the fun gameplay loop and the potential for extensive replay through multiplayer and diverse outcomes. Despite some flaws, the game is considered a worthwhile experience with significant replay value, especially given its affordable price.
- “Very replayable so far, extremely fun gameplay loop and you're always unlocking something.”
- “Has a massive pool of shenanigans to mess with from the sheer amount of characters and the various upgrades they interact with, and the addition of multiplayer makes a recipe for a game with 100+ hours of replayability.”
- “Character unlocks to weapon unlocks plenty to unlock, and replayability is most definitely there.”
- “Multiple outcomes and strategic choices enhance replayability, ensuring each playthrough feels unique.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, particularly during intense gameplay moments, leading to frustrating frame rate drops. However, some users noted improvements following recent updates, with multiplayer performance being generally stable. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its optimization problems detract from the experience for many players.
- “Multiplayer works well and performance is really good considering how much stuff is happening once a game goes on for an hour.”
- “I only run into minor performance issues like an hour deep in the endless level mode and that's usually with a party spamming the hell out of abilities.”
- “Update: the devs have recently updated the game and fixed a lot of performance issues.”
- “Fun game, terrible lack of optimization that makes it unplayable when there's too much happening on screen.”
- “The game is fun, but it's pretty much unplayable due to poor performance.”
- “The game is badly optimized, causing big fps drops when things get hectic.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The music in the game has received high praise, with many players describing it as amazing and phenomenal, enhancing the overall experience. While some found the music to be mostly okay, standout tracks, particularly the final boss theme and certain Easter egg songs, were highlighted as exceptional. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play even without additional background entertainment.
- “The music is amazing, the visuals are pretty good and unique, the visual pollution comes from what you do, not enemies, and there are a lot of weapons and characters.”
- “No crashes, gameplay is fun and engaging, and the soundtrack is absolutely phenomenal.”
- “The music slaps; it's a rare thing that I'm not listening to music or watching YouTube while playing non-story games.”
- “The music was mostly okay, but I really liked one of the Easter egg songs (before the New Year event) and the final boss song.”
- “Turn your brain off and listen to John Wick music.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, blending high-energy action with a plethora of funny references that keep players entertained throughout their sessions. While some players noted an overreliance on toilet humor, the overall comedic tone, combined with engaging gameplay, makes it a standout co-op experience in 2023. Despite a simplistic story and repetitive gameplay after a few hours, the humor and chaotic fun contribute to its replayability and enjoyment.
- “Best rogue-like co-op I played in 2023, very funny with tons of content. I was legit laughing most of my playtime just because of the tons of references inside the game.”
- “Amazing abilities with great animations, funny references, and they do a great job at making you feel powerful.”
- “I didn't expect much from this game, but there's a lot of hours of content and replayability once you get the hang of it. The story is pretty barebones and runs do start feeling the same after the first 2-3 hours, but nah, this game is actually hilarious.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game demonstrates good stability, running well on mid-range systems and benefiting from consistent updates. However, some users have reported bugs, such as unauthorized players joining their games.
- “So far the updates are as promised and the game runs great on my mid-range rig.”
- “A very creative game with some buggy issues, such as people being able to join your game without your permission.”
- “A very creative game with some buggy issues, such as people being able to join your game without your permission.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like it requires an extra life to manage effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has been positively received, with players appreciating the seamless integration of ads that enhance the gameplay experience rather than detract from it. Overall, the monetization strategy appears to be well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming environment.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's vibrant visuals and immersive sound design work together to create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall adventure experience.
- “The game's vivid visuals and atmospheric sound design create an immersive environment, intensifying the adventure.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its deep narrative, featuring complex characters and branching storylines that effectively resonate with players. This depth enhances the overall emotional engagement, making the experience more impactful.
- “The narrative unfolds with depth, presenting complex characters and branching storylines that resonate emotionally.”