DEAD DOZEN

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"Dead Dozen" is a survival horror game that includes both single-player and co-op modes, as well as online PvP with up to 12 players. In the single-player mode, players must escape from a mysterious pyramid in Siberia filled with AI-controlled ghouls. In the PvP mode, players can either cooperate with others as survivors, scavenging for supplies and barricading themselves against hordes of ghouls, or turn into a ghoul after dying and infect other players. The game features a destructible environment and the ability for ghouls to use special abilities and infect survivors.

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38%

Audience ScoreBased on 210 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept and can be fun when played with friends.
Graphics are decent and the game shows potential for improvement.
Some players appreciate the gameplay mechanics and the thrill of surviving against ghouls.

The game has a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches.
Development has been abandoned, leading to numerous bugs and lack of updates.
Many players experience technical issues, including crashes and inability to launch the game.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
56%
22%
The gameplay of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users criticizing its clunky mechanics, poor movement, and lack of balance, particularly in multiplayer scenarios. While some players appreciate the unique concept and potential for fun, many express frustration over the game's unfinished state, unresponsive controls, and the necessity of external communication to find matches. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels barebones and unpolished, making it difficult to recommend at its current price point.
- “This is a wonderful game with great gameplay and I would highly suggest it.”
- “The gameplay is not that wonky, but could still use some balancing; remember it's alpha.”
- “Good mechanics.”
- “The developer essentially ran off with our money; a decent concept with poor gameplay.”
- “Awful movement and weapon mechanics.”
- “The game is barebones and it is pretty trash on the mechanics side.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely lacking, with numerous bugs, glitches, and server issues reported by users. Many players experience frequent freezes and difficulties connecting to games, leading to frustration with the overall performance. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the current state is deemed unacceptable, especially for its price.
- “Beta had a huge amount of bugs, low online, server shutdowns, freezes, etc.”
- “Buggy, horrible optimization, and poor servers.”
- “The menu system is so buggy I often have to force close the game because I can't back out of a lobby or even while in a game I could not leave.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and aesthetic appeal, but many users express disappointment with performance issues, such as low frame rates and laggy animations. While the visuals show potential, several aspects feel incomplete or underdeveloped, indicating a need for improvement as the game progresses through early access. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with some considering them decent but not exceptional.
- “The graphics and concepts are great, but I think many parts need improvement if this game wants to be successful.”
- “Great graphics though, 5/10.”
- “Graphics are great; it's fun to play with buddies, but the lack of a save feature is annoying.”
- “It's still in early access, yes, but the FPS drops significantly even on a 1050 Ti 4GB. The graphics are pretty disappointing; the arena feels incomplete and empty, and the character animations are laggy and slow!”
- “Graphics were okay, like a $5 game kind of okay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance, unresponsive movement, and issues with settings not saving. Overall, the optimization is described as buggy and inadequate, significantly detracting from the gameplay experience.
- “The movement sucks and the optimization is also pretty bad.”
- “Okay, so it runs horribly unoptimized and the settings don't save.”
- “Buggy, horrible optimization and crap servers.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be engaging, particularly during tense moments, such as encountering formidable enemies that lead to frantic escapes. The community is noted for its lightheartedness and non-toxic interactions, even in the face of frequent deaths, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, some players feel that improvements are needed to enhance the overall gameplay.
- “Although I've only been playing for 2 hours, I found it funny and it got my blood pumping when I saw the ghoul alpha and realized I only had 3 shots. I turned tail and ran as fast as I could to get ammo or hide to survive. The people I played with were funny and not toxic when they died, which you will do a lot. Of course, I agree some changes need to be fixed, and if they do, the game will be much better.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game appears to be centered around a quest that encourages player collaboration and engagement, suggesting a community-driven narrative experience. However, the phrasing indicates a desire for more structured beginnings to enhance the gameplay experience.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that even in highly popular multiplayer online games, grinding can be hindered by tedious bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.