Dark War Survival

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Dark War Survival is a single player survival action adventure game. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Dark War Survival" is a grim, post-apocalyptic game where players must navigate a world overrun by the undead. To survive, you'll need to scavenge for resources, build shelters, and fend off relentless hordes of zombies. With a focus on strategy and survival, this game will immerse you in a dark, atmospheric world filled with danger around every corner.

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42%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

monetization449 negative mentions

The game has engaging gameplay and a decent storyline that keeps players interested.
Graphics are visually appealing, and the art style is enjoyable.
The game offers a variety of activities and events to keep players engaged.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress.
Misleading advertisements do not accurately represent the actual gameplay or graphics.
Customer support is unresponsive, and players often face issues without resolution.

monetization
466 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
3%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, primarily due to misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. Many users express frustration over the deceptive nature of the ads, which showcase a visually appealing game that is starkly different from the actual experience, leading to feelings of disappointment and betrayal. Additionally, while the game is described as having minimal intrusive ads, it heavily promotes in-game purchases, contributing to a perception of it being a "pay-to-win" model.
- “First off, there are no ads at all.”
- “So far no ads, which is great.”
- “There are in-app purchases, but nothing required, I think.”
- “The ads are misleading.”
- “I downloaded the game because of the constant ads, and well, it's nothing like the ads they keep showing.”
- “The game is completely different from what's shown in their advertising.”
gameplay
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
72%
11%
The gameplay of the game has been widely criticized for being misleadingly represented in advertisements, with many players noting that the actual mechanics are repetitive and similar to numerous other titles in the genre. While some users appreciate the graphics and smooth gameplay, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is plagued by pay-to-win mechanics, lack of originality, and a frustratingly slow progression system. Overall, players express disappointment over the disconnect between the advertised experience and the reality of the gameplay.
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth, and the survival mechanics keep you hooked for hours.”
- “I'm genuinely impressed by how smooth and enjoyable the gameplay is — perfect for passing time without feeling repetitive.”
- “The gameplay is exciting, graphics are great, and there is always something that keeps me hooked.”
- “The ads for this game are incredibly misleading and gameplay in no way reflects the actual graphics.”
- “Progress feels slow and the gameplay gets repetitive within minutes.”
- “It's just 'click here' *cutscene* 'click here' *cutscene* like Jesus, it's a mobile game, we know how to play, you didn't make a new unique type of game, mechanics are the same as 50 other games in this genre.”
graphics
140 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
59%
6%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the significant disparity between the visuals in advertisements and the actual in-game graphics. While some users appreciate the decent artwork and engaging animations, others criticize the misleading marketing and describe the graphics as cartoonish or subpar compared to what was promised. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics can be visually appealing, they do not align with the expectations set by promotional materials.
- “Well done artwork that gives an actual ambiance of apocalypse and survival with a hint of hope.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth, and the survival mechanics keep you hooked for hours.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, the story are all over the top.”
- “The graphics are nothing like in the ad; the feel of the game is nothing like the ad.”
- “In the trailer video, the game looks completely different, like an anime with vibrant characters, but when you play it, it looks like Farmville cartoon graphics!”
- “This game is falsely advertised; a pay-to-win, online competitive game with completely different graphics and play style than shown in the ads.”
story
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
55%
8%
The game's story starts strong with engaging elements and good voice acting, but many players feel it quickly loses depth and becomes repetitive, transitioning into a typical base-building and resource-gathering experience. While some appreciate the initial narrative and character development, others criticize the lack of a compelling storyline beyond the early levels, leading to a sense of monotony and frustration, especially when monetization impacts progression. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed bag, with potential that is often overshadowed by generic gameplay and a lack of meaningful content as the game progresses.
- “Super great story line and immersion into the story.”
- “The game is very interactive, you always have something to do, the storyline is also quite nice as it adds a bit of emotion to the game, from graphics to the story, this is very well thought through.”
- “The storylines are also interesting; it kept me hooked for hours.”
- “Poorly developed story line.”
- “The story aspect of it dies out very very quickly and there's nothing past the first 30 minutes.”
- “Storyline then becomes non-existent and you can't do anything as there will always be players more powerful than you.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
93%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and server instability that hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues such as freezing, unresponsive systems, and problems with in-game chat, leading to frustration and disappointment. While some users note that the game runs well on their devices, the overall consensus highlights significant stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Runs great on my device!”
- “The game has a solid performance with no crashes.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is, even during intense moments.”
- “It glitches out after three minutes of playing because the servers are unstable; the in-game system chat just throws the prompt at you over and over and never fixes the issue.”
- “The game is good but glitches and restarts and doesn't respond a little too much.”
- “Glitches happen, but no responses are not to be tolerated... over three weeks of no response is negligence and neglect.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often leading to a repetitive experience that detracts from enjoyment. Many reviews highlight that the game becomes increasingly grindy over time, requiring significant time investment or monetary spending to progress. Suggestions for improvement include adding more engaging mechanics, such as farming and trading, to alleviate the monotony of grinding.
- “Too much grinding, mini games are stale and repetitive.”
- “The game becomes way too grindy.”
- “Game started out good, but after a certain point it starts feeling like you're grinding to progress anywhere in the game.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The music in the game is generally described as beautiful and enjoyable, often drawing players in through advertisements that feature captivating soundtracks. However, many users express disappointment as the actual gameplay does not align with the advertised experience, leading to a sense of deception. While the music is appreciated, it often becomes muted due to repetitive gameplay and frustration with other game elements.
- “I have been so curious and drawn to this game with the ads that have the beautiful music and the raindrops, but contrasted with the zombie premise.”
- “Got an ad for this game that showed mini living areas in the trees, with beautiful Ghibli-style characters and nice music with rain.”
- “I downloaded this game based on the ads, which show a very different version of this game (good ambient music and great pixel art, showcasing a shelter you presumably built).”
- “Game design, graphics, and music do not resemble the advertised game.”
- “I am enjoying this game, though the two roadblocks that prevent the fifth star for me are being deceived by the music and advertisement that got me to download the game (which doesn't line up with the actual gameplay at all), and the frequent lag when it comes to either loading in between actions, or when building/collecting completed tasks.”
- “In this game, once I had upgraded everything that I could, there was nothing else to do but wait around and listen to the game's annoying music.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game's atmosphere is visually appealing, with beautiful pixel art and a cozy vibe as showcased in the ads; however, players feel misled as the actual game experience is marred by repetitive grinding and unfair competition. The contrast between the advertised anime-style atmosphere and the cartoonish design in-game has left many feeling disappointed and frustrated. Overall, while the art team has done a commendable job, the marketing does not accurately represent the game's true atmosphere.
- “The beautiful pixelated and atmospheric ads showcase a game that captivates the imagination.”
- “The game design offers a cozy vibe that contrasts with the anime-style atmosphere presented in the promotional material.”
- “The pixel art creates an atmospheric experience that draws players into a unique world.”
- “Good job to the art and development team, but marketing is pure lie. The chill atmosphere in the game visuals advertised lures you into a repetitive grind with the weekly frustration of being looted and zeroed out by unfairly stronger opponents while you are offline, sleeping. You need 2-3 days to recover from damage, only to repeat the same frustration in 3 days.”
- “What I find disappointing is that the promotional movie shows an anime-style atmosphere, but the game design is more cartoon-like.”
- “You shoot yourself in the foot by advertising one atmosphere of a game, but creating something completely different.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Character development in the game has received mixed feedback, with many users noting a lack of diversity in villager designs, leading to a sense of sameness among characters. However, some players appreciate the overall character design and gameplay experience, suggesting that while improvements are needed, there are enjoyable elements present.
- “Unfortunately, not like the ad I clicked to download, but I enjoy the character design and the gameplay.”
- “There's still a lot of things to improve, especially with character designs—except for the troop Jero design—of villagers because they all look the same.”
- “The character designs feel uninspired and lack variety, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express dissatisfaction with the optimization of reward systems, noting that performance throughout the season should be considered rather than just the final day's standing.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the mechanics to ensure a balanced experience for all players.”
- “The performance enhancements have made a noticeable difference, providing a seamless experience during intense gameplay.”
- “The rewards after season one should reflect performance over the entire period, but they only consider your last day's standing.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.”
- “I often encounter performance issues that ruin the overall experience, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by a sarcastic observation about misleading advertising, suggesting that players may find amusement in the contrast between expectations and reality.
- “Funny, I didn't see the standing around doing nothing part in their ads.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the game's advertising to evoke a beautiful yet somber emotional tone, contrasting sharply with the actual gameplay experience, which fails to deliver the same depth or resonance.
- “The ads were beautiful and kind of somber, yet wholesome.”