Fear the Night

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Fear the Night is a single player and multiplayer survival role playing shooter game with horror and science fiction themes. It was developed by Snail Games USA and was released on July 17, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

In Fear the Night, you are a lone survivor in a world plagued with zombies. Team up with other survivors and work together to rebuild society from its ashes or choose to trust no one and go your own way in a lawless world.

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Audience ScoreBased on 597 reviews

gameplay22 positive mentions

stability22 negative mentions

The game has a solid foundation and is more polished than many other early access titles.
It offers a unique blend of survival mechanics with intense zombie combat, making it engaging and fun, especially with friends.
The crafting system is decent, and the game has a lot of potential for future updates and improvements.

The game has been largely abandoned by the developers, with no updates or support for a long time.
Many players report severe performance issues, including lag and bugs that hinder gameplay.
The single-player mode is not functioning properly, requiring players to set up their own servers, which can be complicated.

gameplay
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is described as a mix of arcade mechanics reminiscent of Asian-style MMORPGs, with some players finding it action-packed and engaging, while others criticize its poor graphics and numerous bugs. Despite these issues, many reviewers appreciate the potential for interesting gameplay experiences and the depth of mechanics, particularly in crafting and community interaction. Overall, while the gameplay has its flaws, it shows promise and can be enjoyable for those willing to invest time into it.
- “The gameplay is genuinely impressive.”
- “It is action packed and your pace and style of gameplay determines where and how fast you get somewhere in the game.”
- “The gameplay, while not perfect, is great; the gathering, crafting, and leveling seem nicely balanced.”
- “The mechanics and the ways that the game are played require a large active community, and this game just doesn't invite people to necessarily 'want' to put in the time.”
- “Runs like a bag of crap even on a high-end machine; graphics are aged, gameplay is poor, and the way zombies run at you with arms down by their side is ridiculous.”
- “Most of the game has nothing even close to what you can see in the pictures; in reality, it looks awful, outdated, and several mechanics don't even work.”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
61%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that they appear dated and unoptimized, often running poorly even on high-end machines. While a few users appreciate the clean visuals and smooth animations, many criticize the overall quality, describing it as below average and in need of significant updates. Overall, the graphics are seen as having potential but currently fall short of modern standards, with ratings averaging around 7/10.
- “The graphics are clean and accurate (the odd glitch here and there).”
- “Fear the night is that game.. from the very first time I started this game and played it, it ran smooth with very few graphical flaws or gameplay issues.”
- “I hate to be negative so I'll start by mentioning the graphics look quite good for a newly released early access title.”
- “Runs like a bag of crap even on a high-end machine, graphics are aged, gameplay is poor, the way zombies run at you with arms down by their side?”
- “The one time I got past the initial loading screen, I really couldn't play the game due to constant FPS drops which occurred with even the lowest graphical settings.”
- “Graphics look about 10 years old and the UI is rougher than sandpaper.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues and a lack of polish, particularly on higher settings. While some users report smooth performance and no bugs, others express frustration over poor optimization that hampers gameplay even on recommended specs. There is a consensus that the game requires substantial work to improve its optimization and user experience.
- “Just as a performance note, I found myself playing at 1080p to achieve greater than 60 frames with epic settings.”
- “Optimization is great as well and I've encountered literally zero bugs so far, which is crazy for an early access title that's been out just a few short weeks.”
- “It's optimized and runs smoothly, which is a welcome surprise compared to other early access games.”
- “There is still a lot of work that needs to be done such as item balance, level balance, optimization, multiplayer balance, but you can easily put in over 30 hours of gameplay even with the current content.”
- “Short version: this game is in no way optimized for the specs provided. I match the recommended by far, and it does not run well even on 'pathetic' settings.”
- “The concept feels good, but there is very poor optimization. I'm waiting for a better version.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting significant bugs and crashes, particularly related to netcode and gameplay mechanics. While some users have experienced minimal issues and found enjoyment despite the glitches, others describe it as a "buggy mess" that feels rushed to release. Overall, players recommend approaching the game with patience and a willingness to navigate its technical shortcomings.
- “The game looked really fun but is overall very buggy and broken.”
- “This game is a buggy waste of time.”
- “The hunters are buggy and will hit you even if you move out of the way, forcibly knocking your weapon out of your hands and causing you frustration.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it can be tedious and lead to frustration—especially with server issues causing lost progress—it also provides a sense of accomplishment when successfully gathering resources and building. Many players enjoy the thrill of survival and the community aspect, but solo players often feel overwhelmed by the time commitment required for grinding. Overall, the grind is seen as a core part of the experience, but improvements are needed to enhance enjoyment and reduce tedium.
- “Official servers keep going offline or permanently shut down, and all progress keeps getting lost, which is terrible in a grinding game such as this one.”
- “The only and big downside, in my opinion, is the grinding aspect.”
- “At this point, the game's intro and early game are so tedious and boring that I don't really want to keep playing.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized, with users labeling it a "cash grab" and accusing the developers of prioritizing profit over quality. Many reviewers express concerns about the game's lack of content and the developers' history of abandoning projects after initial release, suggesting a pattern of exploiting players. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, urging potential players to avoid what is perceived as a poorly executed and insincere product.
- “Devs released the game and all it is, is a cash grab.”
- “This dev has a history of cash grabbing games; they get it so far and poof, you never hear from them anymore.”
- “Avoid this asset flip, cash grab, loosely disguised as a game.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being incomplete and lacking a proper introduction or starting quest, leaving players feeling lost. Additionally, technical issues related to house ownership and teleportation detract from the overall experience, contributing to a sense of frustration and dissatisfaction with the narrative structure.
- “That aside, the game is very unfinished; there's no intro or simple starting quest of any sort to get you started in the right direction.”
- “I felt the need to come back and update this with the full story of why I gave this a DNR, as I initially was enjoying myself.”
- “The entire shelter (2-story house with 6 storage chests filled with roughly 5000 rounds of ammunition as well as armor and other high-level resources) was all gone.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game received a mixed response, with an average rating of 6/10. Some players found it unremarkable enough to mute entirely, indicating a lack of engagement with the soundtrack.
- “Music: muted it as I always do”
- “Music: muted it as I always do”
- “Music: 6/10”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its quirky moments, adding a lighthearted touch to the overall experience, though it is primarily overshadowed by the superb gameplay.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for a larger playable area to enhance the game's replayability, but overall, they are enjoying the experience significantly.