Dead Unending

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Dead Unending is a single player open world action adventure game. It was developed by Tyler Hudson and was released on April 20, 2023. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Dead Unending" is a zombie-themed incremental game where you scavenge and build your base in the open world of Null County to survive the apocalypse. Loot resources, build upgradable structures for shelter and advanced crafting, and create a fortress to exploit the undead. Customize your base to suit your needs and survive the endless hordes of zombies.

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

stability3 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game offers a simple and casual gameplay experience that can be enjoyable for a few hours.
Base building mechanics are fun and allow for some creativity, even if limited.
The game has potential for future updates and improvements, which could enhance the overall experience.

Content is sparse, with many players finishing the game in under 6 hours and experiencing repetitive gameplay.
The inventory and storage system is frustratingly limited, making resource management cumbersome.
Combat mechanics are poorly executed, with issues like hit detection and awkward character movement detracting from the experience.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simple, casual nature, making it addictive and easy to engage with, particularly for fans of zombie apocalypse themes. Players experience fast-paced twin-stick action, focusing on leveling up through combat to unlock base-building features, though the lack of sound mechanics and new gameplay elements may limit long-term replayability. While the grind for resources is manageable, the overall design may not encourage extensive replay beyond the initial playthrough.
- “Yet the simple, almost casual-like gameplay makes it hard to stop playing.”
- “The mainstay of action-oriented gameplay is leveling up by killing zombies, in order to open up base-building options.”
- “Cute game with fun base-building mechanics.”
- “The mainstay of action-oriented gameplay is leveling up by killing zombies in order to open up base-building options.”
- “With virtually no sound mechanics, there is no need for silenced firearms.”
- “Gameplay can feel almost casual in nature until the antenna is upgraded to attract the maximum number of zombies.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while the initial gameplay is enjoyable, it quickly devolves into monotonous resource farming, especially towards the end. The lofty progression goals require significant grinding, which can detract from the overall experience, making it feel more like an idle game once automation is introduced. Despite these issues, many still consider it a decent value for its low price.
- “The progression is the thing that bugs me the most as the end goal is way too lofty to achieve without mindless grinding, and the level system is kind of dumb. But for 4 dollars, it's a pretty alright game.”
- “The start and middle are fun, but it gets grindy.”
- “It's fun for the first hour or so, but quickly becomes monotonous grinding and hunting/gathering resources.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has minimal replayability, with many users noting it seems designed for a single playthrough. While its simple gameplay may offer a slight temptation to revisit, overall, it lacks substantial incentives for repeated play.
- “The replay value seems limited, as it appears to be designed for a single playthrough, although the addictive nature of its simple gameplay might entice players to give it another go.”
- “There is 0 replay value here.”
- “Replay value - looks like it has been designed to be played once and only once, unless the somewhat addictive nature of its simple gameplay provides the itch to replay it once more.”
- “I don't currently see much replay value.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack features a blend of soulful electro and energetic beat-box, effectively creating an atmospheric experience that enhances gameplay. Players find it enjoyable for both relaxing and engaging with the game.
- “The soundtrack is a mix of soulful electro and energetic beat-box that does its best to conjure up some atmosphere.”
- “It is a great game to chill, listen to music, and play.”
- “The soundtrack is a mix of soulful electro and energetic beat-box, that does its best to conjure up some atmosphere.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the sound design is decent, the overall music composition fails to leave a lasting impression.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is viewed as disappointing, primarily relying on repetitive tasks such as defeating a set number of zombies to level up, which detracts from a more engaging and nuanced growth experience.
- “Character development is disappointing, as it relies solely on increasing levels by killing a certain number of zombies.”
- “The lack of meaningful character progression makes the gameplay feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “I expected more depth in character development, but it feels shallow and unengaging.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user feedback on stability is mixed; while some players report that the game runs smoothly and is enjoyable, others describe it as a "horribly buggy mess." There is a desire for a clear roadmap of future updates to address concerns and enhance confidence in the game's stability.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I haven't experienced any lag, making for a seamless gameplay experience.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; it consistently performs well.”
- “It's a fourth of a decent game and a horribly buggy mess.”
- “Seeing a roadmap of future updates or very responsive updates/fixes would definitely make me more comfortable spending $10 on the game.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized as basic and constructed using Unity assets, resulting in a colorful but unspectacular game world. Some users express a desire for cleaner visuals and a more refined aesthetic, particularly in relation to base building elements.
- “The audiovisuals are basic, but they, along with the Unity assets, create a colorful, if unspectacular, game world.”
- “The audiovisuals are basic, which, along with its Unity assets, construct a colorful, if unspectacular, game world.”
- “I found the graphics to be a bit too much for me and was really looking for something with much cleaner visuals.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that blends soulful electro with energetic beat-box elements, effectively creating an engaging and immersive experience.
- “The soundtrack is a mix of soulful electro and energetic beat-box that does its best to conjure up an immersive atmosphere.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking a coherent plot, narrative depth, and engaging quests, leaving players wanting more in terms of storytelling.
- “Would be better if this had a plot, story, and a quest.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The developer attempted to promote the game on the Project Zomboid subreddit, suggesting a strategy to leverage similarities between the two games for monetization purposes.