dead run

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dead run is a single player survival role playing game. It was developed by Sokpop Collective and was released on July 10, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

"Dead Run" is an action-survival game set in a post-apocalyptic Earth. You must scavenge for resources and drive across the fully explorable globe to find the source of a mysterious radio signal. With a day-night cycle and the option for exploration without health and hunger concerns, the game offers at least an hour of gameplay and endless exploration.

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

music4 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game has a unique and immersive atmosphere that evokes feelings of loneliness and insignificance in a post-apocalyptic world.
The artistic minimal graphics and chill vibes create a meditative experience for players who enjoy exploration and imagination.
The concept of using real-world map data to generate the game world adds an interesting layer to the gameplay.

The driving mechanics are poorly designed, making it frustrating and difficult to navigate the game world.
The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with loading, disappearing cars, and glitches that hinder gameplay.
Resource scarcity and a lack of clear objectives lead to a monotonous and often boring experience, making it hard to feel a sense of accomplishment.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized as simplistic and monotonous, primarily revolving around basic survival tasks and car upgrades. While some players find it effective for the game's intent, many criticize the driving mechanics as buggy and unenjoyable, leading to an overall lack of depth and engagement.
- “Don't expect anything deep mechanics-wise, but it's effective for what the game is going for.”
- “The driving mechanic is the worst I've ever had the displeasure of trying.”
- “Not only is it full of bugs, the gameplay is boring and monotonous.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; you're searching for basic survival resources, putting simple upgrades in your car and driving to the next point.”
graphics
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The graphics are described as stylistically pretty yet simplistic, featuring a 3D aesthetic that some users find appealing despite its flaws. The artistic minimalism effectively conveys a desolate atmosphere, with empty cities, abandoned vehicles, and a haunting environment that enhances the game's overall mood.
- “I liked the artistic minimal graphic and the dead world, full of empty cities and woods, abandoned cars on the road and dead bodies, etc.”
- “The graphics are 3D but also very simplistic, in a sort of pretty, stylistic way.”
- “The graphics are pretty in a stylistic way, but screwy.”
- “Those aforementioned graphics are also screwy.”
music
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The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the tense atmosphere and complementing the isolation of the environment. However, some players find it can become tiresome over extended play sessions, and the lack of sound management options is a notable drawback. Overall, it suits those who appreciate a calming yet eerie soundtrack while exploring a desolate world.
- “If you like the washed out watercolor look and want to zone out to some cool music and bask in the isolation of an empty world, it's worth a shot at the price point.”
- “The tense music, the scarcity of supplies, the long stretches of wilderness, the not knowing if zombies might attack me (there’s a health bar, so there must be something that can lower it).”
- “While I liked the music, it can be tiresome after a long time.”
- “There are no options to manage sounds and music.”
- “The tense music adds to the atmosphere, but it can become overwhelming during long stretches of gameplay.”
emotional
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Players find "Dead Run" to evoke a profound emotional response, highlighting its ability to make them feel small and insignificant in a meaningful way. Many express a desire for more post-apocalyptic games to capture this depth of feeling and imagination.
- “Dead Run made me feel and imagine a lot of things that I wish more post-apocalyptic games would.”
- “No game made me feel so small and insignificant (in a good way) as this one.”