Black Survival

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 945 reviews
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Black Survival is a Real-Time Survival Game, where you must survive by any means out of 10 competitors in a deserted island. Make split-second decisions with a single click! Immerse yourself in the fierce battle for survival; you do not have a second to spare! Search, Craft, Attack, and Run!

  • PC
  • Windows
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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 945 reviews
gameplay38 positive mentions
monetization9 negative mentions
  • Unique gameplay that combines battle royale mechanics with crafting and strategy.
  • Great character design and variety, allowing for different playstyles and strategies.
  • Fun and engaging, with a strong community and regular updates from developers.
  • Severe input lag and matchmaking issues, especially for players outside of Asia.
  • High reliance on RNG can lead to frustrating experiences, as luck plays a significant role in item availability and combat outcomes.
  • Learning curve can be steep for new players, making it difficult to compete against more experienced opponents.
  • gameplay118 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is described as unique and engaging, blending elements of crafting, strategy, and real-time mechanics with a turn-based feel, allowing for deep tactical decision-making. While many players appreciate the diverse character options and the fun, addictive nature of the gameplay, some express frustration with RNG elements, pay-to-win mechanics, and a steep learning curve. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on the battle royale genre, though its execution may not appeal to everyone due to its mobile origins and occasional lag issues.

    • “I got the chance to be proud of mastering difficult mechanics and getting incredibly good at the game.”
    • “The core gameplay is simple yet unexpectedly deep and massive!”
    • “Very fun and unique gameplay, with a very interesting take on the battle royale genre!”
    • “The game as a concept is great, but as it is this game is just not worth a lot of time with the gameplay being heavily RNG-based and rewards the player with very small victories.”
    • “It could at least use a story mode or something; you run out of things to do in this game very fast if the very basic gameplay doesn't appeal to you.”
    • “The updates and more restrictive but oversimplified gameplay experience have finally turned me all the way off with this latest update.”
  • graphics31 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning anime art style, beautiful character designs, and vibrant visuals, contributing significantly to its appeal and replayability. While some players note that it feels more like a mobile game in terms of graphical depth and UI, the overall aesthetic and atmosphere are considered top-tier, enhancing the gameplay experience. Despite calls for further graphical enhancements, the existing visuals are deemed impressive and integral to the game's charm.

    • “There will never be a game quite as similar to this with the amazing graphics, lore, and unique gameplay.”
    • “Stunning graphics.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful along with the music.”
    • “It wouldn't hurt for the game to have better graphical enhancements at this stage, but considering it's primarily a mobile game, I guess it doesn't matter all too much.”
    • “Despite being a 2D battle royale, it is not as simple as the graphics and dissuasive design (although attractive anime portrayal and skins) claim to be.”
    • “Maybe if the devs have time, they can add more visuals, like the branching for items can be shown better.”
  • story26 mentions

    The game's story is generally seen as engaging, with well-developed character backstories and unique designs that enhance the overall experience. However, some players feel that the narrative is not central to gameplay and express a desire for a more substantial story mode, as the current content can feel limited. While the story has its merits, opinions vary on its depth and importance within the game.

    • “The art, story, and characters are excellent, and while there is a tutorial mode, Black Survival does not hold your hand at all and requires some quick thinking in-game.”
    • “Awesome storylines for the characters, and all in all, it's a different style of battle royale you don't see every day—just makes it even better that it's filled with hot anime characters.”
    • “I love how the characters each have a file with a backstory and how you have to achieve certain goals to get it.”
    • “Some young talent that once worked in the game has long parted ways and every new character added is now more of a trope, with a backstory, rather than someone they thought would make a game where kids are made to murder each other a bit more interesting.”
    • “Do not play or download this game if you are suicidal, this has no content and has a story that I could not follow at all.”
    • “This game is worth playing, but they need to add more content on story mode.”
  • monetization23 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as a cash grab reminiscent of mobile games, featuring intrusive microtransactions and a cluttered UI. While some appreciate the ability to earn gameplay advantages through in-game efforts, others find the reliance on real-money purchases for items like gems and gold frustrating, especially when it impacts gameplay. Overall, players feel that while the game is enjoyable for free-to-play users, the monetization practices could be less aggressive and more balanced.

    • “One of the best free-to-play games around in terms of monetization.”
    • “As for the monetization, it feels fair and the game is very enjoyable as a free player.”
    • “The game isn't overbearing with in-game purchases either.”
    • “Everything is a cash grab or an overplayed franchise.”
    • “In overall the game is good, the microtransactions inherited from the mobile platform are obvious and kind of annoying for a PC game. I know developers don't live for nothing, but some of the microtransactions, especially the ones that can have an impact on gameplay or could limit gameplay uptime, I'm looking at you little boxes, and yes the revive system too, could be gone.”
    • “Setting a limit to earn cash by making us buy energy/coins with real-world money from in-game stores/shops or making us watch ads if we're playing free-to-play is very normal in mobile games but not in PC games.”
  • grinding18 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable and rewarding, particularly in terms of character and weapon upgrades, others view it as tedious and overly reliant on memorization and strategy. Many agree that unlocking characters requires significant effort, and while the game is free-to-play, the grind can feel excessive, especially for those seeking to access premium content. Overall, the experience of grinding varies widely among players, with some appreciating the challenge and others feeling it detracts from the enjoyment.

    • “It's not grindy.”
    • “Everything is tedious in this game.”
    • “I'm personally taking a pass because it unlocks characters through heavy grinding or cash - like League of Legends or other in-app purchase games.”
    • “While not technically 'pay to win' because you are unlocking options that can be unlocked by grinding the game, there isn't enough game here to make that interesting for me - and I'm guessing most gamers.”
  • character development12 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive and diverse character designs, which many players find engaging and relatable. While some reviews note that the gameplay may not fully match the quality of the character aesthetics, the backstories and visual appeal keep players invested. Overall, the character designs are a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's overall experience.

    • “The character designs are amazing, their backstories easily relatable and always keeping you eager to play more and more to learn about them.”
    • “The soundtrack, art style, and character design of this game are pretty amazing, I'd say.”
    • “Nice character design and great online competitive concept.”
    • “The overall character design is pretty terrible; some characters excel at three different weapon types, which allows for build changes early on in case RNG messes you up.”
    • “Character development feels shallow and uninspired, lacking meaningful progression or depth.”
    • “I found the character arcs to be predictable and lacking in emotional impact, making it hard to connect with them.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game evokes nostalgia, reminiscent of classic titles like Call of Duty Zombies, and is praised for its beautiful integration with the graphics and character design, creating a cohesive artistic experience. However, some players note that the music can be excessively loud, and the lack of volume adjustment options for different audio elements detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are beautiful along with the music.”
    • “Game art is amazing, from the character design, the art style, and the music; it really conveys everything in one direction and works in unison.”
    • “The soundtrack, art style, and character design of this game are pretty amazing, I'd say.”
    • “Now... there is no one around -- to listen to my music.....”
    • “You still don't have a way of adjusting volumes for various aspects like the announcer, voicelines, skill effects, music, and so on.”
    • “Music is loud.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players noting its engaging and creepy elements that enhance the survival-battle royale experience. Many find it more atmospheric than other titles in the genre, appreciating its unique setting, interesting plot, and well-developed characters, which compensate for any graphical shortcomings. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's appeal and immersion.

    • “Honestly, I found this more engaging and atmospheric than any battle royale game I have played so far, and I feel like I have played most of them, at least the free ones.”
    • “I love the atmosphere the game creates and the overall uniqueness it has.”
    • “What it lacks in graphical depth, it more than makes up for in atmosphere.”
    • “What it lacks in graphical depth it more than makes up for in atmosphere.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its interesting character designs and amusing costumes, contributing to a fun and unpredictable experience. Players appreciate the randomness of the gameplay, which can lead to unexpectedly hilarious moments, and the overall comedic tone resonates well with fans of the original manga/anime.

    • “The character designs are interesting and cool, with some costumes being really funny.”
    • “The RNG factor makes it kind of random, but that's also part of the fun! Sometimes you get lucky, and it's so damn funny.”
    • “It's very funny, and there's no pay-to-win; it's only pay-to-cool.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, players note that while the game is lightweight and free, it requires significant improvements in PC optimization, particularly regarding the UI/HUD and search menu performance. Users have reported better performance with keyboard bindings, suggesting that the game has potential but still needs work to enhance the overall experience.

    • “I found my performance increased greatly once I used keyboard bindings instead of clicking everywhere like a noob the first couple of hours.”
    • “The game is free, small, and requires very little in the way of performance.”
    • “Overall, the game still has a lot of work to do as far as PC optimization, but it is absolutely worth your time if you decide you want to invest many hours into a more strategy-based hunger games clone.”
    • “Things I would like to see changed are the UI/HUD and maybe better performance on the searching menu because that can screw you up when you're trying to run from an enemy.”
    • “Overall, the game still has a lot of work to do as far as PC optimization, and the free-to-play model, but it is absolutely worth your time if you decide you want to invest many hours into a more strategy-based Hunger Games clone.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    While the game features a variety of playable characters and an engaging lore that enhances its replayability, some users note that balance issues and luck can affect the experience. Overall, it offers a casual gaming experience reminiscent of more replayable titles like League of Legends, but may not reach the same level of depth.

    • “The lore for each character and the sturdily-set setting are all great bonuses to add to this game's replayability.”
    • “This concept works with games like League of Legends because they have amazing replayability.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, including poor UI response times and glitches such as double taps and delayed actions. Additionally, recent updates have introduced bugs that have negatively impacted the mastery system, further detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The game is super fun, but I've been experiencing the same issues on my phone and on Steam, particularly with the really poor response time of the UI. I click on things and it sometimes takes way too long or glitches out, resulting in double taps or items popping up twice before canceling.”
    • “To summarize, the update is buggy and, most importantly, has ruined the mastery system for now.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express a disconnect with the characters, citing that small details detract from their emotional engagement, making it difficult to connect with the narrative.

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Play time

41hMedian play time
185hAverage play time
10-200hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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