Deadly Broadcast

88%
Game Brain Score Based on 369 reviews
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"Deadly Broadcast" is a horror-themed game where players take on the role of a radio DJ, responding to distress calls from frightened listeners during a zombie outbreak. The game features a dynamic narrative with multiple endings, as well as survival and crafting elements to help players cope with the encroaching horde. Use your wits and resources to keep yourself alive while broadcasting for help and trying to make it through the night.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 369 reviews
gameplay33 positive mentions
stability9 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and engaging concept of being a streamer in a horror setting, which adds a fun twist to the gameplay.
  • Playing with friends enhances the experience, making it more enjoyable and less scary, while the cooperative elements are well implemented.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are praised for their quality, creating an immersive horror experience that keeps players on edge.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs and glitches, including issues with item spawning and character mechanics, which can hinder gameplay.
  • Many players find the difficulty spikes and enemy mechanics frustrating, leading to a lack of balance between challenge and enjoyment.
  • The repetitive nature of objectives and limited content, with only a few maps available, can make the gameplay feel monotonous over time.
  • gameplay97 mentions

    The gameplay of "Deadly Broadcast" is characterized by its engaging mechanics, intuitive controls, and a mix of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat that keeps players invested. While the unique integration of streaming elements and cooperative play adds depth, some players note that the gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks variety in challenges. Overall, the game shows promise with its immersive atmosphere and potential for future updates, though it currently requires improvements in boss mechanics and gameplay diversity to fully realize its potential.

    • “Engaging gameplay, captivating storyline, and impressive graphics make it a must-play for action-adventure enthusiasts.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics of 'Deadly Broadcast' are intuitive and easy to grasp, allowing players to focus on the terrifying challenges ahead.”
    • “The gameplay is fluid, the graphics are stunning, and the storyline is captivating.”
    • “The problem comes in the fact the gameplay in its present state is severely lacking.”
    • “However, I can't overlook the fact that the gameplay itself needs a lot of work.”
    • “Furthermore, I found the lack of variety in gameplay mechanics to be a missed opportunity.”
  • graphics58 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received a mixed reception, with many praising their stunning quality, atmospheric design, and attention to detail, particularly in horror settings. While some players noted occasional frame rate drops and glitches, the overall visual experience is described as immersive and captivating, enhancing the gameplay. However, a few reviews pointed out that the graphics, while good, do not significantly innovate beyond what has been seen in other titles.

    • “The graphics and atmosphere of the game create an incredibly atmospheric and intense experience.”
    • “The graphics are devastatingly beautiful, creating an atmosphere of a dystopian future that begs to be explored.”
    • “The high-quality graphics provide a captivating visual experience.”
    • “The graphics could be better, but it's inexpensive and that's a plus.”
    • “Graphically the game is alright as well, nothing stands out that we haven't already seen a thousand times before.”
    • “I reach the minimum requirements for the game to run and it's still so laggy on the lowest graphics.”
  • story53 mentions

    The game's story is a mix of intriguing elements and weaknesses, with many players praising its captivating atmosphere and unique plot centered around mysterious broadcasts and survival. However, there are criticisms regarding character development, pacing, and the need for deeper storytelling, suggesting that while the foundation is solid, it requires further refinement to fully engage players. Overall, the narrative has potential but could benefit from enhancements to create a more immersive experience.

    • “The intriguing storyline and dark locations are particularly appealing, immersing you in a world of darkness and horror.”
    • “The plot of 'Deadly Broadcast' is a real masterpiece of the genre.”
    • “Deadly Broadcast offers an engaging storyline filled with mysteries and supernatural events.”
    • “The game's story is not very well-developed.”
    • “The story is so weak and poorly put forth it may as well be upholding itself on a single toothpick.”
    • “Additionally, while the game's atmosphere is commendable, the pacing of the story feels uneven, with certain sections dragging on and others feeling rushed.”
  • atmosphere50 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and intense qualities, effectively combining stunning graphics, sound design, and engaging gameplay to create a captivating horror experience. Players highlight the game's ability to evoke fear and tension through its dark melodies, environmental sounds, and realistic elements, making it a standout title for fans of the genre. However, some critiques mention that while the atmosphere is commendable, the pacing and content may detract from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics and atmosphere of the game create an incredibly atmospheric and intense experience.”
    • “From the moment I started playing Deadly Broadcast, I was instantly drawn into its immersive and suspenseful atmosphere.”
    • “The atmospheric soundtrack and immersive graphics add to the intense gameplay, making it a truly captivating experience.”
    • “It’s difficult for me to play such horror games; they’re too full of atmosphere.”
    • “Additionally, while the game's atmosphere is commendable, the pacing of the story feels uneven, with certain sections dragging on and others feeling rushed.”
    • “The graphics seemed to be okay, and the atmosphere appeared to be trying to convey something.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music and sound effects in the game are widely praised for creating an immersive and tense atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a masterpiece that adds depth and realism, contributing significantly to the game's captivating gameplay and overall ambiance. The combination of atmospheric music and high-quality sound design effectively draws players into the game world, making it a memorable experience.

    • “The soundtrack and music in the game is a real masterpiece.”
    • “The sounds of rustling and creaking create incredible tension, and the music exactly emphasizes the terrifying atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The atmospheric soundtrack and immersive graphics add to the intense gameplay, making it a truly captivating experience.”
    • “I can't help but note the soundtrack.”
    • “I just bought the game and I recommend it; I haven't had enough horror moments to stretch the music, but I'm sure I will.”
  • humor11 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it hilarious to navigate dangerous scenarios while simulating a streaming experience. The combination of quirky character models, funny live chat interactions, and absurd situations, such as streaming while being attacked by zombies, contributes to a uniquely entertaining atmosphere. Overall, the game's comedic elements, including amusing accents and the absurdity of blending survival with social media, resonate well with players.

    • “A funny elaborate simulator of a streamer in dangerous scary places.”
    • “I love the idea of it, the character models are fun and unique, and the 'live chat' from your stream is hilarious.”
    • “Cool zombies and guts, you need to survive and at the same time be an Instagram blogger photographing everything in your path, it's funny.”
  • stability10 mentions

    The game's stability is currently a significant issue, with numerous bugs, glitches, and occasional frame rate drops reported by users, hindering gameplay and level completion. While players appreciate the game's concept and fun elements, they express hope for future updates to address these technical problems. Overall, the game is seen as a "buggy terrifying mess" that requires substantial improvements to enhance the user experience.

    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or major bugs.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game has been since the last update.”
    • “The developers have done a great job ensuring a consistent experience.”
    • “I say 'assume' because with how buggy the game is, I've not been able to complete a level.”
    • “While the game's visuals are generally appealing, there are occasional frame rate drops and graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience.”
    • “I love the idea, but there are a lot of bugs and glitches since it's early access. It would be great if the developer fixes them and doesn't stop developing the game.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly due to the limited maps and the overwhelming number of items to collect. Many feel that the achievement requirements are unreasonably high, making the grinding experience feel more like a chore than an enjoyable part of gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the grinding demands a significant time investment that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Each playthrough I kill 6 at most, so that number is absurd. It's not even worth grinding as it's so crazy (especially in a game with only 2 maps). I think keeping the killing demons achievement at most 1000 is still overkill.”
    • “Friends and I liked the idea of this when we streamed the game, but it's just too long and tedious trying to find keys and loads of extra items on top.”
    • “Finding items is tedious.”
  • optimization8 mentions

    Overall, the game's visual performance is praised, but there are significant concerns regarding optimization, particularly after recent updates that have led to performance issues for players. While the game delivers excitement and horror, enhancing optimization and addressing bugs are crucial for improving the overall experience and immersion.

    • “Lastly, I would like to emphasize the importance of polish and optimization.”
    • “Ensuring a smooth and visually consistent performance across different platforms would greatly enhance the immersion and enjoyment of the game.”
    • “By addressing the issues mentioned above, such as improving controls, enhancing storytelling, diversifying gameplay mechanics, and optimizing performance, the developers can create an even more immersive and captivating experience for players.”
    • “There are bugs; you need to add optimization and originality.”
    • “Edit: I tested the new update with a group of 4, and all of us had massive performance issues.”
    • “In the meantime, optimization definitely needs improvement.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with players enjoying the cooperative elements, diverse traps, and the potential for future updates to enhance the experience. However, some users note that current limitations, such as bugs and a lack of varied mechanics, hinder replay value, suggesting that improvements and new content could significantly boost long-term engagement.

    • “And the cooperative component adds a lot of fun and good replayability in this project.”
    • “The variety of traps and obstacles encountered further adds to the game's replayability, making each playthrough a fresh and heart-pounding experience.”
    • “Love how complex and replayable this game is becoming.”
    • “There are a few bugs in the game that still need to be polished and there's not a lot of replayability.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while the game's immersive atmosphere and adventures are engaging, the character development and storytelling are lacking, suggesting that deeper narrative elements could enhance the overall experience.

    • “The discovery of Pandora's box and subsequent adventures create an immersive atmosphere, although deeper character development and narrative could have added more depth to the plot.”
    • “Additionally, the game could benefit from further character development and storytelling.”
    • “Firstly, the storytelling could be deepened, and the character development could be better fleshed out.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users appreciate the emotional impact of the donation and chat features, which enhance the immersive experience by creating a sense of connection and authenticity, making them feel like genuine streamers in desolate environments.

    • “The donation and chat features created a wonderful atmosphere, making me feel like a real streamer in desolate, abandoned locations.”
    • “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt a profound connection to the characters.”
    • “Every choice I made had weight, and the consequences hit me hard, making the experience truly unforgettable.”
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