Deadside

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"Deadside" is a massively multiplayer platformer game that offers both PVP and PVE elements in an open persistent world. Build bases, store loot, and engage in tactical gunplay with a variety of weapons and vehicles. The game features newly-added boats, challenging missions, and a mix of survival and extraction shooter elements. However, it is known for its bugs and grinding, but also for its atmospheric setting and occasional humor.

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Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 14,426 reviews

story231 positive mentions

stability254 negative mentions

story
1,308 mentions
18 % positive mentions
77 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely absent, with players noting that there is no overarching narrative or campaign. Instead, the gameplay revolves around completing missions that involve eliminating AI enemies for loot, which can become repetitive over time. While the missions provide a framework for player interaction and objectives, many reviewers express a desire for more variety and depth in mission types, as well as additional content to enhance the overall experience.
- “The missions are the best part of the game so far; it's something that I enjoy, but it does get very repetitive and you end up being bored until another mission pops up.”
- “The missions are plenty but not so many that you can't ignore them if you want; the building has greatly improved, and raiding mechanics are pretty good too.”
- “The missions feature was such a simple yet great idea to implement, so there's always something to do.”
- “☑ no story”
- “The gameplay loop ends incredibly quickly, the missions become boring after doing them for a playtime of about 40 hours, and the world doesn't have any story.”
- “The missions are very high risk and high reward, but they are repetitive and lack variety, often just requiring players to kill all enemies in a designated area.”
gameplay
1,068 mentions
34 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Deadside" has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating its engaging gun mechanics and the blend of PvP and PvE elements, reminiscent of titles like DayZ and Tarkov. However, many criticize the game for its repetitive gameplay loop, clunky mechanics, and lack of depth in survival features, leading to a sense of boredom after a few hours. While the game shows potential with its solid foundation and enjoyable combat, it suffers from technical issues, limited content, and a need for more robust building and crafting systems.
- “Deadside offers an immersive post-apocalyptic world where survival, combat, and exploration intertwine to create an exciting and fast-paced gameplay experience for fans of the genre.”
- “The crafting and leveling system allows players to create items and improve skills, which adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop is fun and the foundation this game lays down could turn into something better than the sum of its influences.”
- “The build mechanic in this game is pathetic and beyond putrid for a game that's been out for 3 years; the makers should be ashamed of themselves.”
- “Boring gameplay, the environment is uninteresting, bots are completely dumb and will go out of their way to not get to cover, walking towards you while shooting all around you.”
- “The gameplay loop lacks compelling incentives to keep players engaged over the long term, feeling somewhat unrewarding as hours progress.”
graphics
639 mentions
59 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the overall visual quality and realism, especially for an early access title. While some commend the stunning environments and smooth performance on various hardware, others criticize the dated textures and occasional graphical glitches. Overall, the game is noted for its impressive graphics relative to its price, but there are calls for further optimization and enhancements to improve clarity and detail.
- “The graphics are amazing and it really can run on a toaster.”
- “The art and texture work on the buildings and other assets is fantastic, props to the graphic designers of this game.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the character models are well made and the audio is very good (especially in comparison to other games).”
- “It's so dead and empty and boring, graphics from 10-15 years ago...”
- “The performance is not well optimized having almost the same fps from high settings to low settings, and yes high settings punch my graphics card a bit but having medium to low settings and having the same fps as high settings is a dead giveaway of a poorly optimized game.”
- “The graphics are mediocre at best, the gunplay sucks.”
stability
296 mentions
13 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among players, with many reporting frequent bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as disappearing loot, erratic AI behavior, and issues with base building. While some users note that the game runs well on their systems and appreciate the developers' responsiveness to issues, the overall consensus is that the game remains quite buggy, especially for an early access title. Players recommend waiting for further updates and fixes before fully committing to the game.
- “Even in beta form, it is well optimized and relatively bug-free; in fact, it is more stable than other similar games that have been out of early access for quite some time.”
- “The game is surprisingly smooth, almost bug-free (no game-breaking bugs), and it loads extremely fast!”
- “This game runs great for being early access; it is well polished and bug-free so far.”
- “The game is so incredibly buggy.”
- “Cannot recommend this game just because of numerous bugs and glitches.”
- “This game sucks at its current state, twice I have died and lost all my gear because of game glitches and my corpse disappearing.”
optimization
279 mentions
43 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players praise its performance, noting it runs smoothly even on lower-end systems, others report significant issues such as stuttering, poor server performance, and inconsistent frame rates across different settings. Overall, many agree that while the game shows promise and has made strides in optimization, it still requires further improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- “The optimization is very good and the updates are solid.”
- “The game is well optimized and runs smooth.”
- “This game has so much potential, the graphics are amazing, the animations are great, and the game is very well optimized and overall polish of the product is all there.”
- “Been in development since 2018 and is still unfinished. Don't pick this up until they add land vehicles and smooth out the PvP and performance.”
- “Game is not optimized; I'm playing with 63 FPS on medium/low settings when in GTA V I get 140 FPS and in RDR 2 I get 90-100 FPS. You can check my game library; 90% of all games I have run at 80+ FPS. Everything looks worse than a Chinese copy of an iPhone with an Android system.”
- “The game is good and has potential, but it does need major optimization.”
grinding
212 mentions
1 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
87 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly in base building and resource gathering. While some appreciate the balance between grinding and enjoyment, others feel that the repetitive nature of tasks detracts from the overall experience, often leading to frustration, especially when progress is lost due to bugs or difficult AI. Overall, the game is seen as less grindy than similar titles like DayZ or Scum, but still requires a significant time investment for those looking to fully engage with its mechanics.
- “It's not too grindy, but there's still some late game gear fear because some stuff is pretty hard to get, but you can spawn in and have a decent setup within 30 minutes or less.”
- “Average grind level (grinding in this game relates to just defeating enemies, respawning them in again through the save feature and repeat. Grinding is only if you want to grab specific upgrades early; otherwise, it isn't necessary to progress).”
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game itself seems okay at first, then quickly becomes tedious.”
- “Base building is needlessly tedious and hard to do, as well as not worth it because the trader is just the superior way to store your items since it cannot be raided.”
humor
62 mentions
98 % positive mentions
-3 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a major draw, with players enjoying the absurdity of glitches, unbalanced AI, and the chaotic interactions with others. Many find the community's antics and the game's quirks to be genuinely funny, leading to memorable moments that enhance the overall experience. Despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics, the lightheartedness and comedic elements keep players engaged and entertained.
- “The fact the game roasted the day before is funny as hell.”
- “Amazing, the game made me laugh; worth it, lol.”
- “Had such a great time running around killing people and laughing with these guys; would 10/10 recommend.”
- “So many bugs and crashes, it's not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and lacked originality.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than comedic.”
monetization
53 mentions
2 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to perceived lack of content, misleading marketing, and frequent bugs. Reviewers express disappointment over the game's mechanics and updates, suggesting that the developers prioritize profit over quality and player experience. Overall, the sentiment indicates a belief that the game fails to deliver on its promises, leading to frustration among the player base.
- “Looks like they are going to be working on a toggle for ads, which I would love and suggest. Crouch already has that feature, and investing in some dedicated company-owned servers for players would also be wise.”
- “This is a cash grab.”
- “The only reason this game has such good reviews is because it’s absolutely filled with nerds and kids with mommy's credit card. They don’t care to pay $40 for this cash grab game. Don’t waste your money or time.”
- “Overall the game is overpriced and feels like an empty cash grab.”
atmosphere
45 mentions
73 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and tense post-apocalyptic setting, characterized by beautiful graphics, detailed environments, and effective sound design that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the sense of exploration and survival, although some note that the atmosphere can be undermined by gameplay limitations and AI issues. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, evoking a strong sense of place reminiscent of titles like DayZ and Arma, despite some calls for additional content and environmental variety.
- “The game's post-apocalyptic setting is immersive, featuring desolate landscapes, abandoned structures, and an atmosphere of tension.”
- “The atmosphere is very immersive and can get very intense during the night cycle.”
- “The world of Deadside is beautifully crafted and brimming with atmosphere.”
- “Except it lacks the DayZ charm, atmosphere, map love, realism, survival elements, and intense fights; everything is just so watered down that it leaves a lot to be desired.”
- “No tutorial just sends you to a huge empty map without any goal except trying to find better weapons. I traveled around the map for 30 minutes at different spots and could only find 1 enemy to kill. The atmosphere and engine make you feel like a game from before the millennium; I just can't understand how people like playing this. I hope I can get a refund.”
- “For me personally, it would be amazing to see the devs turn the game completely into a PvE setting and add a little personality to the game, not in the name of zombies, but something akin to the Stalker series, which would help build a story for the game and immensely improve the atmosphere.”
replayability
22 mentions
36 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed among users. While some find it addictive and enjoyable with enough content to warrant multiple playthroughs, others criticize its lack of depth and endgame content, suggesting it may improve in the future. Many agree that while it offers some replay value, it is not infinite and has significant room for improvement.
- “It's pretty addictive and it's pretty replayable.”
- “Overall fun experience and enough replay value for the price.”
- “Has a lot of replay value even with not much to do.”
- “Anyways, it's a game worth grabbing on sale but does not have much replayability.”
- “However, given its current state, the game is poor for replayability and enjoyability.”
- “Endgame and incentives: Deadside suffers from a glaring absence of endgame content, which diminishes its replay value.”
emotional
18 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of emotional experiences with the game, highlighting a generally wholesome community and enjoyable interactions, but also noting a lack of deep emotional connection due to gameplay mechanics and AI issues. While some find the game a refreshing alternative to more punishing survival titles, others feel disheartened by bugs and limitations that detract from their overall enjoyment. The emotional highs of community engagement are often tempered by frustrations related to gameplay and technical problems.
- “If you've ever played DayZ, SCUM, ARMA Exile, or any survival base-building game and cringe at the thought of how emotionally crippling it is when you lose all of your stuff, then this game might be the solution you've been looking for.”
- “My time in this game has been brought to a discouraging and heartbreaking end because I was recently banned in a server I was doing really well in.”
- “I cried.”
music
12 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it distracting and poorly integrated into gameplay, while others appreciate its quality and consider it suitable for background listening. However, there are significant concerns about copyright issues related to the main theme, and many players noted the lack of music during gameplay, leading to a sense of monotony during exploration. Overall, the music seems to be a divisive aspect, with some enjoying it and others finding it detrimental to the gaming experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “Sound is also good, crisp with great positioning and if you're into background music (I'm not), this is actually a great score; I think I'd even add it to my music collection.”
- “Thought the game was really polished for an early access game, clean graphics and smooth animations... really enjoyed the gameplay until music appeared from nowhere (like techno/trance) - nothing game related - after a few seconds I am attacked, half my health gone, no gunshots fired... music was moving around me like an invisible speaker, going away then coming back, then I was attacked again, taking my remaining health.”
- “Absolute dog shit song. Get this game if you are expecting to live for the next 20 years as a normal functioning person.”
- “There's also no music aside from the menu, so when you spawn 2.5 km away from the nearest sign of human activity, it's a pretty boring trek.”
- “Just spent £15 on this game. I have all the recommended items and better, so I should be able to run the game easily. However, when I go to load up the game, I have a black screen with music. I have waited months for this game to spend money on it for it to just not work.”
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that character development is minimal or non-existent, as the focus of the game has shifted towards base building and raiding, with developers explicitly stating that character progression is not a priority.
- “They have decided that base building and raiding is what to do; no character development will happen at all.”
- “The character progression feels stagnant and uninspired, leaving players with little motivation to invest in their characters.”
- “I was hoping for a rich narrative and character growth, but instead, I found a lack of depth and meaningful choices.”