Day R Premium

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Day R Premium is a post-apocalyptic action game with an interesting plot and unique atmosphere, featuring excellent gameplay, phenomenal visuals, and high replayability. Fight hunger, disease, and enemies while surviving in a vast open world, but be prepared for lots of grinding, bugs, and excessive advertisements. The game offers a challenging and immersive experience for those willing to embrace the harshness of a post-nuclear world.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,886 reviews

story220 positive mentions

monetization93 negative mentions

The game offers a deep and engaging survival experience with a compelling storyline.
Constant updates and improvements keep the gameplay fresh and enjoyable.
The community is friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.

Recent updates have made the game more grindy and difficult, frustrating many players.
The removal of the save feature has disappointed premium users who expected to retain their progress.
In-game purchases and loot boxes have shifted the game towards a pay-to-win model.

story
540 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
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4%
The game's story is generally praised for its depth and engaging narrative, with many players appreciating the intricate quest lines and character development. However, recent updates have led to frustrations regarding quest difficulty, resource management, and changes to the storyline that some feel detract from the overall experience. While the survival mechanics and crafting systems are well-received, players express a desire for more diverse missions and clearer quest objectives to enhance the storytelling aspect.
- “The story is engaging and every step is a choice.”
- “A wonderful survival game that's easy to play and rich with story.”
- “Great game, great story.”
- “The story line sucks and you have to fix the vehicle every time or buy a new one with your money or caps.”
- “Now it feels like another generic survival story, rip.”
- “The biggest con is that the developers change the game a lot, basically you start from zero with each big update and they change the story a bit.”
gameplay
361 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
48%
4%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its depth, mechanics, and immersive survival elements, while others express frustration over recent updates that have altered core mechanics and introduced pay-to-win elements. Players appreciate the strategic nature of the gameplay, the crafting system, and the engaging story, but some feel that the game has become grindy and unbalanced, particularly after updates that have made survival more challenging and removed certain features like manual saving. Overall, while the gameplay is often described as enjoyable and addictive, concerns about monetization and gameplay changes have led to a divided player base.
- “Overall, gameplay has been fantastic, the new features have been refreshing, and my experience has been great.”
- “The gameplay is very fun, however, certain items drop in very small amounts which makes it grindy; I would like to see more late game content as after the main quest there isn't a whole lot to do.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic; one thing I think it could use is an in-game wiki.”
- “But the latest patch made broad and dramatic changes to most core gameplay loops in the game, and it's all a cash grab.”
- “Played this a lot over a year ago but stopped due to all updates which severely impacted the gameplay.”
- “The recent update removed the fun out of the game, the grind, and basically mandatory ads are unacceptable, it used to be a genuinely good survival game, a lot of the visual changes are positive, but the gameplay was ruined.”
graphics
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
54%
5%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the recent updates that have significantly improved the visual quality and art style. While some appreciate the unique and atmospheric design, others feel that the graphics can be simplistic or lack depth, particularly in comparison to more graphically intensive games. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics are not the main draw, they complement the engaging gameplay and storyline effectively.
- “The graphics have come a long way, and the storyline is pretty good.”
- “I love the art style and can't believe how massive the world is.”
- “Simply love how you guys improved the game standards (graphics quality, combat system).”
- “Could use some improvement in graphics though, becomes kind of plain and boring after a while.”
- “Not for those looking for fancy HD graphics.”
- “The graphics do leave a bit to be desired but are fine overall.”
monetization
157 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
32%
59%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it as a "cash grab" due to the increased reliance on ads and in-app purchases following recent updates. While some users appreciate that in-game purchases are optional and not forced, the overall sentiment reflects frustration over the aggressive monetization tactics that have made gameplay feel grindy and less enjoyable, particularly for those who previously paid for a premium experience. Many players express a desire for a return to a more balanced system that doesn't prioritize profit over player experience.
- “In-game purchases are unimportant; everything is realistically achievable without them.”
- “One of the few mobile games where in-game purchases are truly optional and not at all necessary, also no stupid energy mechanic to limit your playtime and try to get you to spend money.”
- “Truly free-to-play; although there are microtransactions, they are not required and you can complete the game without them.”
- “This game is so predatory in monetization that I fully endorse and recommend that you, rather than purchase this game, go on to a secure browser and look for a modified version of this game where you control more of the probabilities and currencies.”
- “This used to be a great game, but lately everything was overhauled to be way more grindy, way more annoying, way more punishing for new players... in order to push way more aggressive monetization.”
- “The recent update removed the fun out of the game, the grind, and basically mandatory ads are unacceptable; it used to be a genuinely good survival game, a lot of the visual changes are positive, but the gameplay was ruined.”
grinding
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the game has become excessively grindy, with many players expressing frustration over tedious crafting, resource gathering, and the overall pace of progression. While some appreciate the survival elements and find the gameplay engaging, the consensus is that recent updates have made the experience more punishing and less enjoyable, often pushing players towards a pay-to-win model. Overall, the balance between challenge and enjoyment has shifted, leading to a decline in player satisfaction.
- “I used to love the game; it was fun and not too grindy.”
- “The game started off good but now it's a grindy mess of ads and frustration because no matter what you're always behind the curve.”
- “This used to be a great game, but lately everything was overhauled to be way more grindy, way more annoying, and way more punishing for new players in order to push more aggressive monetization.”
- “Game is now basically pay to win or grindy to the point where it takes too long to get items, that you'll lose anyway with all the debuffs and penalties of death.”
atmosphere
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, particularly within the post-apocalyptic theme. Players appreciate the effective use of soundtrack and art style, which enhance the overall experience, making it feel both unique and captivating. Despite some minor gameplay issues, the atmosphere remains a standout feature, drawing players into its richly crafted world.
- “The atmosphere and the amount of love and care the devs have put into the game are absolutely unmatched.”
- “Absolutely brilliant post-apocalyptic atmosphere, excellent gameplay and a beautiful personal storyline make this such an amazing huge game.”
- “The audio is excellent and suits the atmosphere great.”
- “The atmosphere in the game is, apart from heavily irradiated, really well done!”
- “U will feel a dark and .... atmosphere.”
- “But atmosphere.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches and freezing issues, particularly after updates or during specific gameplay scenarios. While some players have experienced smooth performance, especially in offline mode, the overall sentiment indicates that the game suffers from persistent bugs that hinder progress and enjoyment. Users have expressed frustration over crashes, especially in the premium version, leading to a mixed reception regarding stability.
- “It is amazing; no forced ads and no glitches. It is perfect.”
- “Thanks for a game that is worth the time and really has no glitches, also for not making it to where we have to spend lots of money.”
- “The game is very entertaining; graphics are a little simple, but as a plus, it runs great.”
- “My biggest complaint is that the game constantly glitches.”
- “It gets progressively worse until eventually it just freezes up entirely.”
- “An amazing game but has a huge bug where when an explosive barrel goes off in combat the whole game freezes and I have to reset the game until I can beat the game without the barrel going off.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received praise for enhancing the atmosphere and gameplay, with many players enjoying the battle themes reminiscent of classic soundtracks. Recent updates have improved sound design, making effects like gunshots and engines feel more realistic. However, players have suggested adding more diverse tracks, volume sliders, and the option to customize playlists to further enrich the experience.
- “The soundtrack sets the atmosphere well and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Love this game; it's the perfect balance between brutal and forgiving, and the music/ambiance is just flawless; it's one of the rare games that my wife doesn't mind me playing without headphones in bed at night!”
- “Brilliant concept and creepy, intense music.”
- “Perhaps adding stealth, more different tunes, or add your own music playlist to a degree.”
- “You should add volume sliders for music and sounds instead of on/off.”
- “I guess there's a bug in the background music... maybe you could add more epic music.”
replayability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, particularly in single-player mode where varying search results and difficulty levels enhance the experience. Frequent updates keep the gameplay fresh and engaging, while the combination of compelling mechanics and a rich storyline contributes to its long-term appeal. However, some users noted that the online mode may lack replay value, suggesting a stronger focus on single-player content.
- “The online mode isn't bad but single player has a lot of replay value as your search results vary every gameplay.”
- “A very good game, with an interesting storyline and a whole lot of replayability.”
- “Endless replayability, without even needing an internet connection!”
- “Replayability 1/5; you wouldn't want to restart an online game again.”
- “Updates have progressively removed some of the harder elements (which I'm sure veterans will complain about), but make the game more playable/accessibility and less grindy.”
- “Game is very detailed and complex, so not very easy to play when first starting; a beginner's guide would be very useful and make the game much more playable.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the humor in the game. While some players find elements like drinking vodka and interacting with quirky mushrooms amusing, others feel the overall comedic tone is lacking, comparing it unfavorably to Fallout 2. Additionally, frustrations with gameplay mechanics detract from the humor experience.
- “You can make and drink vodka, speak with and eat funny mushrooms, shoot neighbors with your AK, or cleave god beings with an axe for fresh meat for your breakfast.”
- “For more funny and more long to play.”
- “Can you reduce gasoline consumption on vehicles? It's not funny; I'm always running out of gas.”
- “The jokes in this game fall flat and feel forced, making it more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected humor, but the attempts at comedy just left me rolling my eyes instead of laughing.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is well-optimized and performs smoothly, though recent updates have introduced some unexplained slowdowns that affect gameplay timing without significantly impacting fluidity. Users have noted that while the game remains playable, certain actions are taking longer than expected.
- “As far as performance, great game.”
- “New update is causing performance issues that are slowing down time in the game, but the game stayed fluid.”
- “Everything was just taking extra time for no reason but didn't show signs of performance issues.”
- “The new update is causing performance issues that are slowing down gameplay, even though the game remains fluid.”
- “Everything was just taking extra time for no reason, but there were no visible signs of performance issues.”
- “Performance issues.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Character development in the game is praised for its solid progression and engaging storyline, with players appreciating the character design and crafting system. However, there are concerns about the limited variety of weapons and inventory space, which some hope will be addressed in future updates. Overall, expectations for further character development remain high.
- “There's a good overlay of progression in the character development and developing the user's skills and abilities.”
- “Big expectations for this storyline and character development.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted a significant emotional evolution in the game's narrative, transforming from a simplistic experience to one with a heart-wrenching story that resonates deeply. However, some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics, indicating that despite the emotional depth, they may not return to the game due to these issues.
- “I played this game since the beginning and I can't compliment you enough on how far you've come, from 'pasta with forced meat' to having a heart-wrenching story and being able to make caviar?!”