Date Z

41%
Game Brain Score Based on 12 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
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"Date Z" - a captivating mix of high school drama, romance, and mystery. As a transfer student, your challenge is to navigate relationships and secure a date by Friday to survive a deadly virus outbreak. Unravel the hidden secrets. Every choice you make counts.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Linux
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

41%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
story4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautiful hand-drawn comic-style art design that stands out and enhances the visual experience.
  • The time-loop mechanic allows players to correct mistakes, adding a fun and engaging layer to the gameplay.
  • The characters are distinct and well-developed, providing a variety of romance options that can be enjoyable for players.
  • The base game is very limited, allowing access to only one romance route, with the others locked behind a costly DLC paywall.
  • There are numerous spelling and script errors, which detract from the overall experience and immersion.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players feeling that it lacks depth and meaningful content without purchasing additional DLC.
  • story16 mentions

    The story is centered around a compelling premise involving a zombie apocalypse, but players are limited in their experience unless they purchase additional DLCs to unlock the full narrative, including the true ending. While the plot offers multiple branches and romance options, it lacks depth and resolution, leaving some players unsatisfied. Overall, the storytelling is seen as weaker compared to other visual novels in the same price range, despite having intriguing elements and potential for exploration.

    • “I enjoyed the story premise, specifically the part about the upcoming zombie apocalypse.”
    • “There is much story to unravel with several datable characters, multiple endings, and many different branches to uncover.”
    • “However, I did enjoy the story very much, and with the fixed bugs, more people will check it out.”
    • “With the base game, you are limited to just one of the romance options, and considering your fourth and true route is locked behind completing the rest of the endings, it means that you are forced to buy all the DLCs if you want to actually complete the story.”
    • “As for how the story ends in the true route (which is unlocked after you've obtained all possible endings for the romance options), it can be a bit of a mixed bag.”
    • “It does a bad job in comparison with other games, be it on the storytelling or the overall feeling of the game.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay features multiple choices and a time mechanic that allows players to correct mistakes, enhancing the experience, especially in social interactions. It runs smoothly on gaming laptops, but some users suggest that watching gameplay online may be more worthwhile than purchasing the game.

    • “In regards to the gameplay, there are multiple choices presented.”
    • “I love the time mechanic that allows me to fix my mistakes because talking to women is hard!”
    • “Not worth buying this, just watch a gameplay on YouTube.”
    • “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll get to my thoughts.”
    • “As for the gameplay, it ran well on my gaming laptop.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mix of lighthearted moments amidst the tension of a zombie apocalypse, appealing to fans of visual novels and romance. While some players appreciate the comedic elements, others criticize the portrayal of characters and stereotypes, suggesting that not all humor lands effectively. Overall, the game offers a blend of excitement and humor, though opinions on its execution vary.

    • “Although there is impending danger (even if the main character doesn't realize it), there's plenty of humorous moments along the way.”
    • “While some tracks have that adrenaline rush feeling, others clearly have that humorous moment.”
    • “If you enjoy visual novels, like hot romance options (although you'll need to get the completionist pack if you want to experience them all), and enjoy the concept of the zombie apocalypse with plenty of humorous moments, then you should take a look at [i]date z[/i].”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The game's hand-drawn comic-style graphics are widely praised as stunning and a standout feature, significantly enhancing its appeal compared to similar titles. While some reviewers note that other graphical elements may be average, the unique art style remains the primary highlight. Overall, the visuals are considered a key selling point, though the gameplay experience encompasses more than just graphics.

    • “This game has one of the most beautiful art styles I have ever seen; its hand-drawn comic-style design was the selling point for me.”
    • “The hand-drawn comic art style caught my eye and interest the most.”
    • “For comparison, Henchman Story, which has a hand-drawn art style too and is in the same price range, became overshadowed by Date Z's design.”
    • “For comparison, Henchman Story, which has a hand-drawn art style too and is in the same price range, is overshadowed by Date Z's design.”
    • “The rest of the game would be okay so far, but there's nothing special in terms of graphics, text, or anything else.”
    • “A game is more than its visuals.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game features a variety of tracks, though one in particular loops frequently, which some players find obtrusive. Overall, while the music is considered decent and complements the game's fun atmosphere, it may become repetitive for some players.

    • “The game is pretty fun; it has good art, decent music, although it can be very obtrusive. It features a good cast of characters who are distinct enough to stand out and have enough depth and flaws to be endearing but never so much that they become annoying.”
    • “In addition, there is one music track that loops over and over.”
    • “Regarding the music, there's plenty of track variety.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the characters is highlighted by Patty's sweet and wholesome demeanor, contrasting with Alicia's rough and tomboyish personality, creating a dynamic interplay that resonates with players.

  • stability1 mentions

    Users report occasional visual glitches that occur randomly, indicating some stability issues within the game.

    • “Some visual glitches happen randomly.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced several freezes during gameplay, which ruined the experience.”
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