Break Into Zatwor
- August 20, 2015
- Zonitron Productions
- 5h median play time
"Break Into Zatwor" is a single-player adventure game that takes approximately 5 hours to complete. Players assume the role of Randy, who uses his past experience to infiltrate the brutal Zatwor prison and free his brother, Larry, who was unjustly incarcerated. The game requires stealth and cunning to navigate the prison undetected and bring justice to Randy's brother.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers easy achievements, allowing players to quickly unlock them by skipping levels.
- Steam trading cards are available, making it appealing for collectors.
- Some players found the game to be a decent challenge, especially for those who enjoy difficult puzzle games.
- The controls are frustratingly bad, making gameplay feel imprecise and unresponsive.
- The game is criticized for being a copy of its predecessor with minimal improvements, leading to a lack of originality.
- Many players found the overall experience to be unenjoyable, with poor graphics, sound, and level design.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the controls as buggy and difficult, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the linear gameplay and its storytelling elements, others find it typical and unengaging, leading to a lack of motivation to play further. Overall, the gameplay mechanics seem to need significant improvement to enhance player enjoyment.
“I love how the linear gameplay truly tells a masterful story that rivals games like The Last of Us and The Witcher.”
“Gameplay-wise, it relies a lot on thinking and paying attention.”
“Looking at the controls, it would appear there are some new gameplay elements, although I lack the fortitude to play long enough for confirmation.”
“The controls are bad, buggy, and just lead to bad gameplay.”
“Controls are what you need to work on, along with the impossible gameplay.”
“Really bad game; the story is bad, the graphics are bad and not appealing at all, and the gameplay is also bad.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being generic, repetitive, and poorly produced, with many users describing it as annoying and lacking originality. It contributes to an overall negative experience, with some players noting that it resets with each menu click, further detracting from the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant weakness, alongside other gameplay issues.
“I love how every time you click on an option on the main menu, the music resets.”
“The visuals for this game complement the music beautifully.”
“The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.”
“The music is the same throughout the game.”
“Controls are one of the worst; the music is terrible, and it seems like it was made in some freeware or trial app.”
“The music is annoying and just makes you even more aggressive.”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed to negative feedback, with many users finding it boring and unmotivating, often comparing it unfavorably to other games. While one reviewer appreciated the linear gameplay and its storytelling, the overall consensus highlights issues with character controls and a lack of engaging narrative elements.
“The story is that your brother got put into zatwor and you need to break into it and rescue him.”
“I love how the linear gameplay truly tells a masterful story that rivals games like The Last of Us and The Witcher.”
“For me, the story was pretty boring, leading to a lot of rage quits because of the character controls.”
“The story is like the other zatwor; graphics, physics, game controls, and story are all bad.”
“Really bad game; the story is bad, the graphics are unappealing, and the gameplay is also poor.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with many reviewers describing them as poor, unappealing, and reminiscent of low-quality flash games. While a few comments note that the graphics are slightly better than some alternatives, the overall consensus is that they lack detail and fail to enhance the gaming experience.
“The graphics are simple but decent.”
“Graphics are slightly better than absconding - but they are still poor.”
“Really bad game, the story is bad, the graphics are bad and not appealing at all, and the gameplay is also bad.”
“Graphics are just plain bleh which seriously feels like a flash game you can play for free online.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with players finding the levels, achievements, and overall experience lacking in comedic value. The only moment of amusement seems to come from the act of turning the game off.
“The only thing that is funny is when I turn it off.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received a score of 7.5/10, indicating a generally solid performance, though there may be some areas for improvement. Players have noted that while the game runs well, occasional issues may arise that could affect the overall experience.
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game, resulting in minimal loading times and a seamless experience.”
“The game runs exceptionally well after the latest updates, showcasing the team's commitment to performance improvements.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant issues with stability, citing poor and buggy controls that negatively impact gameplay.
“The controls are bad, buggy, and lead to frustrating gameplay.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the intense experience of navigating challenges, such as avoiding lasers, which can evoke feelings of tension and excitement. Players often feel a heightened sense of engagement and adrenaline as they strive to overcome obstacles.
