Dead Empire: Zombie War
- June 14, 2020
- Tap4fun (Hong Kong) Limited
"Dead Empire: Zombie War" is a real-time strategy game set during the late modern period, where players fight against invaders and their evil zombie forces as a Commander, leading powerful troops and beautiful female Officers. The game features a new free control system for troops and vividly recreated cities and battlefields of Europe. Players can unite with other Commanders to establish a guild and work towards achieving world peace.
Reviews
- The graphics are fantastic, providing a visually appealing experience.
- The game offers a lot of activities and keeps players engaged with various challenges.
- Joining a good guild enhances the gameplay experience, fostering a sense of community.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
- Many players report frequent crashes and lag, affecting overall gameplay.
- The game is criticized for being a reskin of Kiss of War, lacking originality and depth.
- graphics84 mentions
- 79 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their high quality, detail, and immersive nature. Players appreciate the modern aesthetic and atmospheric design, often comparing it favorably to other titles in the genre. However, some users noted performance issues, such as lag, even on high-end devices, suggesting that optimization could be improved.
“Great graphics and music that really gives the game its own atmosphere.”
“The graphics are sick...and it feels and looks like a 2020 game and better.”
“Fantastic game, extremely great graphics, feels like a real-world scenario.”
“They need to make this game like the commercials that they advertise all the time; that type of graphics would make it a top seller.”
“Same game concept that's been around for over a decade, just with new graphics.”
“Sick and tired of games using fake graphics in ads to get you to install them.”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its fun and immersive mechanics, while others criticize it for being a standard empire builder clone filled with pay-to-win elements and unclear mechanics. Many users appreciate the graphics and overall experience, but express frustration over game-breaking mechanics and misleading advertisements. Despite these issues, some players find the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, particularly praising its unique themes and improvements made over time.
“Love the style and gameplay of this game.”
“With modern fascinating graphics and next level gameplay.”
“Very immersive gameplay, and the graphics are amazing.”
“The game mechanics make it impossible to beat challenges, such as collecting a four-leaf clover special item.”
“Sadly, gameplay is just another empire builder clone.”
“Filled with dark patterns and the use of mechanics exploiting and luring the players.”
- monetization36 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism for misleading advertising, with many users expressing frustration that the actual gameplay does not match the promotional materials. While the game is not overly aggressive with ads and offers some fun elements, it is perceived as a cash grab focused on in-game purchases, leading to disappointment among players who feel deceived by the false representations in ads. Overall, the disconnect between advertising and gameplay has left a negative impression on many users.
“The ads lie on the gameplay.”
“This is a fraudulent game; it shows advertisements of something and provides something else.”
“The advertising for this game was completely fake.”
- story24 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting that it feels derivative, often comparing it to "Kiss of War" but with zombies. While some appreciate the engaging plot and character interactions, others criticize the repetitive gameplay and lack of originality, describing the storyline as boring or "horrid." Overall, the graphics and presentation are frequently praised, but the narrative's quality remains a point of contention among players.
“The plot draws you in and keeps you interested; interaction with the characters is optional and the gameplay progresses with or without it, but with it, the eye candy is very nice.”
“It's a really fun game; the story is good and it's fun to combat the zombies.”
“Great game, fun experience, and great storyline so far.”
“All they have done is changed some wording in the storyline so instead of battling WWII type enemies, they are zombies.”
“And the storyline is drivel on top of that with repetitive gameplay.”
“I realized getting into it that the story is just horrid.”
- stability13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- -15 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent lags, freezes, and force closures, alongside numerous glitches that significantly impact gameplay. Many players express frustration over the lack of effective customer support and the persistence of these issues, leading to a negative overall experience. Despite some acknowledgment of good graphics and gameplay, the overwhelming consensus is that stability problems detract from the game's enjoyment.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my playthrough.”
“The performance is rock solid, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“Game already lags, freezes, and force closes.”
“The update is full of catastrophic glitches.”
“It freezes as soon as it opens.”
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the atmospheric and epic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, others find it overly loud and distracting, often overshadowing voice dialogue. Additionally, comparisons to other games highlight that while the music is a strong point for some, it can also lead to frustration for those who prefer a more balanced audio experience. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's identity, but its execution may not satisfy all players.
“Great graphics and music that really gives the game its own atmosphere.”
“Number 1 gaming experiences 👌 hands down, graphics, music 🎶 and growth MMO is very good to say the least, 5 ☆s best alliance and allies zone coordinating, great play and pay!”
“Awesome graphics, story, kickass music!”
“The zombies you can pop on the world map by touching them, or the new doom-esque soundtrack aren't worth it.”
“Picked USA but it still gave me a 'Natasha' with an accent... and there is music playing louder than her voice, with no way to turn it off or end the tutorial.”
“And the irritating loud music over the voices put me off within 1 minute of installing the game, so I uninstalled.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, noting that while it can be tedious at times, it remains fun and engaging. Suggestions for improvement include the addition of automatic farming features and the ability to search for specific enemies, which could enhance the overall experience. The game is considered accessible for free-to-play users, though some may prefer to invest in premium options to expedite progress.
“Quite a fun grinding game that can totally be free-to-play unless you just want to speed up your building rate or character advancement with some pay-to-play.”
“A bit tedious at times but an enjoyable game nonetheless.”
“Wish we could search for cyclops like we can with invaders and farming.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it both entertaining and engaging, particularly in the design of boss enemies and the overall comedic tone. The action-packed gameplay complements the humor, making for a fun and enjoyable experience.
“Really funny game with action all the time.”
“Killing the zombies is fun and the boss enemies are cool and funny looking.”
“Pretty cool and funny to play.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players appreciate the flirtatious interactions and character dynamics, others find certain elements uncomfortable or inappropriate, leading to a disconnect in their overall experience. The contrasting feelings highlight a divide between enjoyment and discomfort in the game's narrative and character relationships.
“Touching a girl's arm and flirting in the first few moments.”
“Went from 'you shouldn't be touching me like that, commander' to 'you are so well endowed, commander.' Okay, not those words exactly... but it's better than 'am I your bro?!' 🤷🏻♂️ Dope game.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have reported crashing and performance issues, expressing hope for future fixes. There is also a request for improved battery optimization and additional graphic settings to enhance the overall experience.
“Hopefully the crashing and performance issues will be fixed soon.”
“Please add battery optimization and more graphic settings.”
“So I will update the performance as I go...”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive graphics and a captivating soundtrack, creating a unique and immersive experience for players.
“The graphics and music create a unique atmosphere that immerses you in the game world.”
“The game's atmosphere is enhanced by stunning visuals and an incredible soundtrack.”
“Every element, from the art style to the sound design, contributes to a captivating atmosphere.”