Doomsday: Last Survivors

"Doomsday: Last Survivors" is a strategy game with a captivating post-apocalyptic story and impressive game mechanics. Defend the last shelter of survivors from hordes of zombies using tower defense gameplay, complete with good graphics and humor. Despite some bugs, the game offers impressive depth, making it a fun and often hilarious escape, albeit with some grinding required.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,786 reviews

graphics553 positive mentions

monetization231 negative mentions

graphics
680 mentions
81 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their quality, detail, and artistic style. Players appreciate the immersive visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, often comparing them favorably to other titles in the genre. However, some users noted occasional performance issues, such as lag or graphical glitches, particularly on lower-end devices. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are stunning for a typical mobile game and my fps runs very smooth.”
- “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is so easy to learn.”
- “The graphics, the visuals, the animations, and gameplay is good, the character designs are very good too!”
- “Graphics could be better by far.”
- “It's pathetic that companies lie and fool customers with graphics that are so far from the truth.”
- “Awful control & graphic, relying so hard on p2w.”
story
559 mentions
57 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and character development, often drawing comparisons to popular zombie-themed media like "The Last of Us" and "The Walking Dead." However, some users express frustration with technical issues that disrupt gameplay and hinder story progression, while others feel the storyline becomes repetitive after the initial campaign. Overall, the combination of compelling graphics and a solid storyline keeps players invested, despite some criticisms regarding pacing and mission structure.
- “The story is beautifully crafted, with engaging characters and a plot that keeps you hooked.”
- “The campaign missions are engaging and require some strategy to complete, making the story even more immersive.”
- “The storyline is extremely well done, with unique characters and a plot that draws you in.”
- “The storyline is suspenseful; I just love it and others I hope one day will as well.”
- “The story is non-existent, with the whole basis being the story from The Last of Us.”
- “I wanted a story-driven game, and the game starts that way until it turns into another build your base and wait to get attacked by the bigger alliances.”
gameplay
312 mentions
50 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging mechanics, variety, and smooth execution, while others criticize it for being repetitive, laggy, and not matching the advertisements. Many users noted that the game offers a blend of different styles, including base building and combat, but some feel it lacks challenge and depth. Overall, while the graphics and story are often highlighted as strong points, the gameplay experience can be marred by technical issues and misleading promotional content.
- “Gameplay is fun and easy, story keeps you interested, and the characters are all cool and have their own unique abilities.”
- “The gameplay is smooth.”
- “Love the gameplay and the story, even the art style I adore, everything is gorgeous in the game, I really love how much work was put into this game.”
- “I was actually pretty shocked to find the advertisement for this game was not a little different but absolutely false and a completely different game. I did not want to play a game like this; I wanted to play what I saw in the advertisement. Scammed and deceived, this is a typical turn-based, slow progress, boring game compared to the fun-looking run and shoot while making choices that would affect your gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is nothing like the advertisement.”
- “Gameplay is boring.”
monetization
300 mentions
19 % positive mentions
4 % neutral mentions
77 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. While some users appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and reasonable in-app purchases, others criticize the game for being a cash grab with excessive prompts for spending money. Overall, players are divided on the monetization strategy, with some enjoying the game without feeling pressured to pay, while others feel deceived by the advertising tactics.
- “I am pleasantly surprised and happy that microtransactions are reasonable around $5 for most packs... well done!”
- “There are in-game purchases you can make if you want, but the game is entirely free to play.”
- “Good game, easy to learn, and you can do a lot without having to buy in-app purchases.”
- “I was actually pretty shocked to find the advertisement for this game was not a little different but absolutely false and a completely different game. I did not want to play a game like this; I wanted to play what I saw in the advertisement. Scammed and deceived, this is a typical turn-based slow progress boring game compared to the fun-looking run and shoot while making choices that would affect your gameplay.”
- “The actual game is very different from the advertisement and you have to drag and drop some stupid tools to defeat zombies.”
- “The ads always lie; it is nothing like what the ads display or give demos of.”
stability
74 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent freezing, lag, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during crucial moments like battles and missions. While some users have experienced smooth performance without issues, the overall sentiment indicates that significant improvements are needed to address the persistent bugs and crashes that frustrate players. A number of users have expressed their willingness to continue playing if these stability issues are resolved.
- “There are no bugs, no freezes, and it loads up fast.”
- “I'm running this on an S20 Ultra, and it runs great, looks good, and I'm having fun so far.”
- “Great gameplay, no glitches.”
- “Buggy as hell, keeps freezing in the middle of research and battles. Had to delete it from my phone so my phone would work. The game is good, just too many bugs; it slows down badly and freezes.”
- “Great game, but it glitches out and logs out of the game.”
- “Cool and addicting game... but there is one awful thing about the gameplay: no matter how good your internet is, the game continuously freezes up and kicks you off. Very, very annoying!”
grinding
31 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the engaging mechanics that make it more entertaining than typical tower defense games, many express frustration with the slow progression and excessive time required to level up characters. The game is often described as a farming simulator with a grindy nature, leading to a sense of tedium, especially when coupled with pay-to-win elements. Despite these criticisms, some players still enjoy the game for its social aspects and strategic depth.
- “Leveling characters is also a pain; even 2 days worth of grinding will only give you 2 levels worth of a character.”
- “Game forces you to be online all day with only 2-hour long resource farming and many full-day long events and subgames that you need to complete to try to be competitive.”
- “After a couple of weeks of grinding for 'free', the game finally hit a brick wall of no story or forward momentum.”
character development
19 mentions
74 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its impressive detail and engaging progression systems, though some players find the point system overly complex. The character designs, particularly in the context of a zombie apocalypse, are widely praised for their creativity and visual appeal, contributing to an immersive gameplay experience. Overall, the combination of strong graphics and thoughtful character design enhances the game's narrative and player engagement.
- “Lots of strategy and really good character design and progression.”
- “Nice graphics, good character development, easy to understand and progress.”
- “The post-apocalyptic world is beautifully rendered, and the attention to detail in the character design and environment is truly impressive.”
- “It is well detailed, yet also unnecessarily detailed, such as with the point system for character development.”
- “It's typical of these games to 'borrow' character designs.”
- “I really like the character designs, especially since it's a mobile app, even if the women are a bit more iffy.”
music
16 mentions
44 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its exceptional quality, often compared to blockbuster movie scores, and is described as both relaxing and addictive. Players appreciate how the music enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience, contributing to the game's appeal alongside its graphics and storyline. However, some users have suggested that certain battle music could be improved or changed for a better fit.
- “And the music is blockbuster movie exceptional!!”
- “Wonderful music, features and excellent characters and lots of zombies to kill.”
- “Yes, it is a zombie world, but please change the music.”
- “Music and sounds work, but nothing else.”
- “The music is very relaxing.”
optimization
15 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed, with many players experiencing significant performance issues such as lag, crashes, and overheating devices, leading to frustration. While some users report smooth gameplay and good performance, particularly with graphics and story, the general consensus indicates that the game requires further optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “Really good game, it's very optimized and interesting. I play during my free time when I'm in class or study hall.”
- “Seems good so far, no performance issues.”
- “It runs smoothly, the characters are badass and you level up quite quickly.”
- “Performance-wise, it can heat up your device, and this can cause the game to lag at times.”
- “3 stars for now... seems badly optimized. I mean, it's laggy as hell. I know my phone is kind of old, but it can handle most recent 3D games well if they are well optimized. Yes, I found the optimize option in the settings and tried it, but it doesn't seem to help much. So please fix it, thanks.”
- “Disconnects constantly, crashes constantly, even in optimized mode.”
humor
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and engaging, particularly through its references to popular titles like "The Last of Us" and "Stranger Things." Many reviews highlight the comedic design of the zombies and character outfits, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience. The game's humor is described as a significant factor in its addictiveness and appeal, especially for newcomers.
- “I love how there are so many zombies that are ugly, and it is so funny.”
- “This game is funny as hell and addicting!”
- “It's got a nice pacing; it's a tad bit obvious they took some inspiration when it came to character designs, but it's honestly not bad and pretty funny.”
emotional
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players have expressed a range of emotional responses to the game, with some finding moments of genuine impact, such as feeling moved by character interactions. However, others criticize the repetitive storyline and resource management, which can detract from emotional engagement and lead to player disinterest. Overall, while there are emotional highs, they are often overshadowed by gameplay frustrations.
- “The game is very good; I was crying when the zombie said 'raaaaaa.' It was truly emotional, especially when I built a wall to protect myself.”
- “So far, it's good, but I wish I could control the movement better. Other than that, I love it!”
- “The emotional depth of the story feels lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the emotional moments to be forced and unconvincing, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “Despite its attempts at emotional storytelling, the game ultimately falls flat and fails to evoke any real feelings.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with initial enjoyment fading quickly into boredom after extended play.
- “I don't really feel the atmosphere of playing this kind of game; the first week of playing consecutively was fun, but after that, it started to get boring.”