Blackout Z
- October 20, 2017
- NukGames
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Windows
Reviews
- Fun and addictive gameplay with a fast-paced top-down shooter experience.
- Offers a variety of weapons and easy achievements, making it appealing for completionists.
- Great for short gaming sessions and serves as a good time killer, especially at a low price.
- Controls are overly sensitive, making it difficult to avoid enemies and traps, leading to frequent deaths.
- Limited content and repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom after a short period.
- Technical issues such as lag and lack of customization options detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its addictive nature and good replayability, despite being relatively easy and lacking in challenge and detail. Players appreciate the sound design and simple mechanics, though some criticize inconvenient controls and monotonous gameplay. Overall, it is seen as a fun, quick indie minigame with no major broken mechanics, but it could benefit from more depth and variety.
“The game isn't very challenging or detailed, but it makes up for those flaws by having good replayability and addictive gameplay.”
“It's a great small minigame; all the achievements can be done within less than an hour. It's a funny game, and the mechanics are very easy to understand.”
“For an indie game, no broken game mechanics were noted.”
“Cons: inconvenient controls, monotonous gameplay, no way to exit (I have no such button - res 1600x900)”
“And the gameplay is so chaotic; toxic music attacks your mind every time, and sharp saws with fast zombies attack your heart.”
“For an indie game, no broken game mechanics were noted, but the gameplay still feels lacking.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution or customization, which limits players' ability to enhance the visual experience. While some users find the visuals reminiscent of old Flash games, they note that the overall quality is low and does not meet contemporary standards. Despite the simplistic appearance, the gameplay is described as challenging, requiring players to rely on sound rather than visuals.
“Blackout Z reminds me of those old Newgrounds flash games but with better sound design and slightly better visuals.”
“I never expected this game to be fun, so I had much more unexpected fun with this game. The game is pretty hard despite having simple graphics and playstyle in the store.”
“The graphics have a nostalgic charm, reminiscent of retro pixel art, which adds a unique feel to the game.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game offers good replayability and addictive gameplay, making it enjoyable for players looking to improve their scores and unlock new content. However, some users note that it can quickly lose its replay value, suggesting that while it is fun for short bursts, it may not sustain long-term interest.
“The game isn't very challenging or detailed, but it makes up for those flaws by having good replayability and addictive gameplay.”
“This one is replayable, challenging (I myself always got addicted to score high, until the next gun unlock at least) and fun.”
“If you go at it hard, it's definitely a fun game to kill time.”
“Only problem is that it loses its replay value immediately, but if you go at it hard, definitely a fun game to kill time.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, providing a lighthearted experience that can be enjoyed in about an hour. Players appreciate the easy-to-understand mechanics and the straightforward achievement system, making it a fun, quick minigame.
“It's a great small minigame; all the achievements can be done within less than an hour. It's a funny game, and the mechanics are very easy to understand.”
“A funny game if you want a game for 1 hour of enjoyment, and that's it, plus easy achievements.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, described as "fire" and effectively enhancing the gameplay experience. It creates an intense atmosphere, complementing the action with a toxic, mind-altering quality that heightens the tension during encounters with fast zombies.
“And the music is fire.”
“The gameplay features toxic music that attacks your mind every time, creating a chaotic atmosphere.”
“The music feels overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that prioritize profit over quality, leading to a perception of it being a platform for "shovelware" and cash grabs.
