Extra Lives

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Extra Lives is a single player and multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by MDickie and was released on March 1, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Extra Lives" is a free-to-play survival game set in a zombie-infested city with heartless human survivors. The game features 200 characters across 8 factions, over 50 locations, and an advanced combat system. Upgrading allows for character customization, difficulty selection, and access to the 'Deathmatch' mode. Explore, build relationships, and fight to restore order in this immersive post-apocalyptic world.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,340 reviews

graphics67 positive mentions

monetization76 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging zombie survival experience with a variety of characters and weapons.
Players enjoy the freedom to explore and interact with the game world, making it a great time killer.
The graphics and gameplay mechanics, while simple, provide an enjoyable experience for players.

The game suffers from excessive ads that disrupt gameplay and can lead to frustration.
NPCs often attack players for no reason, making it difficult to progress and enjoy the game.
Players experience issues with controls, particularly when trying to escape from being grabbed by zombies.

graphics
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising their charm and suitability for the gameplay, while others criticize them as dated or lacking in quality. Many users express a desire for improvements, such as enhanced 3D graphics or more detailed visuals, to elevate the overall experience. Despite the varying opinions, the game's engaging mechanics and fun gameplay often overshadow the graphical shortcomings for many players.
- “Big map, lots of items, it doesn't bombard you with rewards and other flashy stuff that I don't like, the combat is really fun, the graphics are charming, hell, there even is dismemberment!”
- “Awesome game and graphics, really love it.”
- “The graphics are nice and the characters are good, but can you add more places and more weapons?”
- “The graphics are terrible, but the game shows its best, so I suggest you get it.”
- “The graphics are bad and the controls really suck.”
- “This game was really bad... it had bad graphics... and no creativity.”
monetization
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism due to the overwhelming number of ads, which many players find intrusive and disruptive to gameplay. While some users suggest turning off Wi-Fi or using airplane mode to avoid ads, the consensus is that the frequency and nature of the ads detract from the overall experience. A few players have opted to purchase the full version to eliminate ads, indicating a willingness to pay for a smoother experience, but many express frustration with the current ad model.
- “This is a great game, so good that I made my first in-app purchase.”
- “No problems + no ads.”
- “Mdickie, thank you for making this game have no ads including glitches.”
- “Usually I'm completely okay with ads, but I can't play ten to twenty minutes straight without like five ads.”
- “The amount of unskippable ads is ridiculous; the game would've been fun, but it's straight dumb. Learn how to make skippable ads in your games and you wouldn't be getting 1 star.”
- “I love this game but the ads are bothering me. If you turn on airplane mode, it's fun, so I love it; it's amazing!”
story
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect receives mixed reviews, with many players expressing a desire for a more structured narrative and mission system. While some appreciate the freedom to create their own experiences, others find the lack of direction and overarching goals frustrating, leading to repetitive gameplay. Suggestions for improvement include adding a campaign mode, more missions, and character-driven storylines to enhance engagement and depth.
- “The number one thing I have always loved about these games is the story can be whatever the player makes it.”
- “Decide where your loyalties lie and fight for control of every corner of Super City as your own unique story plays out.”
- “I love that it has its own story.”
- “It's fun at times, but it lacks an overall mission or goal.”
- “Often you'll find yourself going over the same places, doing the same thing over and over again with no goals, no rewards, no major missions, no anything.”
- “I don't like that you're not given any direction whatsoever, but that might just be because this game doesn't have any plot to it.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging graphics, and fun elements, making it enjoyable for many players. However, some users noted issues with NPC behavior, control responsiveness, and the need for more diverse gameplay features, such as multiplayer modes and improved crafting systems. While the game has its flaws, it remains a favorite among players for its immersive experience and entertaining combat.
- “The game is amazing; just like all of your games, the graphics are awesome, the gameplay layout is great, and it's just fun in general.”
- “No lags, smooth gameplay, amazing storyline, and many more attractive features.”
- “It's a wonderful game with nice gameplay and graphics.”
- “Just a complete goddamn mess of a game to play... decided to revisit it all these years and christ man, boring combat, boring mechanics, boring textures, it's all just bland.”
- “The gameplay is boring.”
- “Its stupid and pointless I didn't even know what to do or how to do anything at all. It's bad graphics, bad gameplay, and the controls are buttons and it doesn't even tell you what each button is for.”
humor
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as both absurd and entertaining, often stemming from its cartoonish violence and silly sound effects. Players find joy in the game's over-the-top scenarios, such as comically exaggerated character interactions and ridiculous weaponry, which contribute to a lighthearted and fun experience. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to blend humor with gameplay, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for players.
- “The gore and violence is just presented in a funny 2D almost cartoonish style.”
- “It's good and very creative at the same time; it's funny.”
- “Awesome bro, I bought every single game because your games are violent but also so hilarious. Me and friends always comment on school days how like this old lady can body slam the character, and it's hella funny. Keep doing what you're doing; don't let people tell you any different!”
- “This game is good, but the zombies should look depressing, not funny.”
- “The humor feels forced and often falls flat, making it more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected a clever wit, but the jokes are stale and predictable.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the theme music as fantastic and reminiscent of popular shows like "Stranger Things." However, some players find the music repetitive and annoying over time, suggesting that it could benefit from a refresh or hiring new composers. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience for some, it detracts from it for others, leading to a polarized reception.
- “The theme music is fantastic, kudos to whoever wrote it!”
- “I really love this game, one of my favorites among mobile games. I love the music, characters, groups, settings, and combat.”
- “Love the song; it sounds like Stranger Things and is so fun to play. I would highly recommend it if you love 2D zombie games.”
- “Then I entered it again, only to expect some music and nothing else.”
- “It would be a lot better if you could hire someone to make the music, or consider using some other music, because the music in almost all your games has enough potential to drive people insane.”
- “But the music can get annoying after a while; it gave me a massive headache.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the game's graphics and potential, they express frustration over the lack of updates and persistent technical issues. Overall, the game's stability is seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing its positive aspects.
- “It's an awesome game; I mean, no glitches, no bugs!”
- “The game runs smoothly without any issues.”
- “I haven't encountered any stability problems while playing.”
- “This is my least favorite game so far. I don't understand why it's so buggy since it is cloned from other games that aren't bugged.”
- “Everything about this game is buggy and awful.”
- “The controls are trash, the amount of bugs and glitches is uncountable. The dev won't update the game anymore; it's frustrating. Fix the game and it'll put a smile on our face.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, citing tedious character customization and a flawed farming system. Many express dissatisfaction with the frequent, often unprovoked attacks from other players, which can lead to significant setbacks after investing hours into grinding.
- “It is so tedious to edit each character how you want them every single time you start a new game.”
- “This sucks! I've been grinding a lot, then people just keep attacking me for no reason. Sometimes they even steal my items, and after grinding for 4 hours, I died from a guy who stole my sword and then attacked me.”
- “You have to hack limbs and cannibalize to survive, or deal with the bad farming system.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users have noted significant improvements in optimization following recent updates, particularly with the addition of controller support, which enhanced gameplay experience. The game is praised for its low disk size and efficient performance, leading to smooth operation and lower battery consumption, though there is still room for further enhancements.
- “Adding controller support really improved the way the game is played. I've noticed a handful of improvements to a few of your other games regarding controls and performance as well. Overall, this recent update was a great one, and I'm looking forward to seeing more.”
- “It has a low disk size, so it runs smoothly, consumes less battery, and is accompanied by great content.”
- “For the best performance, put on earphones.”
- “The game still suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play at times.”
- “Despite some improvements, the optimization feels incomplete, and there are still frequent frame drops.”
- “I appreciate the updates, but the game still needs a lot of work in terms of optimization to reach its full potential.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game features impressive character design, reviewers note that the character development aspect feels dated and could benefit from being more accessible or free to enhance the overall experience.
- “Dated, with bad graphics, but amazing character design.”
- “Great game! The character development is impressive, and if you make that aspect free, it will definitely enhance the overall experience.”