BigDay

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BigDay is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Sonic Shield and was released on October 2, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

The Big Day has arrived. Blast your way through the apocalypse in this bloody pixel-art ARPG, riding through the ruins of the last days on Earth following a devastating zombie outbreak. Uncover the truth behind the crisis, find your missing daughter, and blow holes in every zombie who crosses your path!

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features great pixel art and sound design, creating an immersive atmosphere.
There is a good variety of zombies and weapons, allowing for a customizable gameplay experience.
The reflex-based reloading mechanic adds an interesting challenge that rewards quick thinking.

The game is plagued by technical issues, including crashes and low frame rates, making it unplayable for many users.
It appears to be abandoned by the developers, with no updates or fixes since launch, leading to frustration among players.
The game requires an internet connection despite being marketed as single-player, which has led to confusion and dissatisfaction.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a captivating chiptune soundtrack that enhances the apocalyptic atmosphere, though some players feel it lacks variety and presence in key moments. While the overall soundtrack is praised, there are criticisms regarding the limited customization options and the need for better integration of thematic elements, particularly in relation to the game's setting. Additionally, some users noted that the sound effects, especially for weapons, require further refinement.
- “A captivating chiptune soundtrack accompanies you along the way, immersing you in this apocalyptic landscape.”
- “No rock involved if you know what I mean, overall music is good.”
- “Great soundtrack.”
- “Very little music in circumstances where it should be overflowing with it, in addition to sounds that are taken out of the Counter-Strike series.”
- “The user's preferences cannot be modified in almost any way; we can simply change the volume of the music and the sounds, but the graphics and controls cannot be adjusted.”
- “The Asian music would have been better if it was just Asian music.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The gameplay is characterized by responsive controls and a diverse weapon selection, enhancing player customization and engagement. A unique reflex-based reloading mechanic adds depth, rewarding quick thinking in challenging scenarios. However, some players express disappointment over lingering bugs and a lack of ongoing support, suggesting the game may feel abandoned.
- “The weapon variety and gameplay feels responsive and intuitive, allowing you to customize your experience appropriately.”
- “The reflex-based reloading mechanic is a surprisingly neat addition to the game, rewarding quick thinking combined with fast reflexes in dire situations, especially when ammo is scarce.”
- “Gameplay: classic top-down shooter with a good variety of zombies (some even have guns).”
- “I'm just a little disappointed, to be honest - the game was satisfying once you got around some bugs and some questionable mechanics. I was looking forward to helping and giving feedback, but it seems this game is abandoned and we can expect no more content, support, or much-needed fixes - unless they pull a Cubeworld on us.”
- “The gameplay feels unpolished, with several mechanics that don't work as intended, leading to frustrating experiences during play.”
- “The controls are simple to understand and learn, but there is a learning curve regarding the mechanics of the game that can be frustrating for new players.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with praise for the pixel art style and overall quality. However, users express disappointment over the lack of customizable graphic settings and the absence of higher resolution options, such as 1080p.
- “The graphics are really impressive, especially the pixel art; it's nicely done.”
- “Good graphics overall, though I would have preferred a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.”
- “The user's preferences cannot be modified in almost any way; we can only change the volume of the music and sounds. The graphics cannot be modified, and the same applies to the controls.”
- “Graphics:”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to non-skippable dialogue that must be replayed after each death in a level, which can become frustrating during repeated attempts.
- “My main gripe, besides the bugs, would be the non-skippable dialogue. If you die in a level, you have to sit through the dialogue again. It's not a huge issue, but it gets a bit tedious if you're stuck on a level you keep failing at.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive. It often feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be frustratingly tedious. It takes away from the enjoyment of the game when I have to spend so much time on repetitive tasks.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Pancho" is considered relatively interesting but ultimately fails to engage players fully, with some describing it as typical and unremarkable.
- “The story of 'Pancho' is relatively interesting, but it doesn't quite catch us; it's very typical for my taste.”
- “The story of 'Pancho' is relatively interesting, but it does not quite catch us; it's very typical for my taste.”