Herd is Coming
- June 10, 2019
- Proximity Games
Get on Steam"Herd is Coming" is a VR game where players must protect their herd of dinosaurs from approaching meteors using a variety of tools and abilities. Players must carefully plan their strategies and time their actions to save as many dinosaurs as possible while avoiding getting hit by the meteors themselves. With escalating difficulty and a variety of challenges, "Herd is Coming" offers a unique and engaging VR experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The crafting system is well-designed and adds depth to the gameplay.
- The game has a decent atmosphere with good background visuals and sound.
- It offers a lot of content for a low price, making it a fun distraction for some players.
- The gameplay is extremely slow and tedious, making it feel repetitive and boring.
- Animations and character movements are clunky, leading to a frustrating experience.
- There are significant issues with the game's interface and controls, including bugs and poor menu navigation.
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 88 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is straightforward, featuring a simple main narrative supplemented by side quests that encourage grinding and leveling up. Players engage with various survivors who provide additional quests, enhancing the experience and allowing for character progression through stat and skill points. Overall, while the story may lack depth, the inclusion of side quests adds some variety and fun to the gameplay.
“Each one unlocks another section of the main story.”
“It's got a story and relationships!”
“The quests were fun, and each survivor gives new quests as you level up, allowing you to fight close to your own level if you choose.”
“The story is very simple, with side quests here and there to spice up the main narrative.”
“People will join you as you progress and give side quests like finding 14 parts, which encourages you to grind a location for a while.”
“As you level up by killing zombies and completing quests, you get stat points to spend and skill points for special bonuses.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; some players find it tedious and slow, particularly when enhancing items, while others enjoy the grind as a fun aspect of leveling up stats and progressing in the RPG. Overall, the grinding experience can vary significantly depending on individual player preferences.
“An extremely slow and tedious process of saving and reloading when trying to enhance a machete up to +35.”
“Grinding.”
“I also eat less food now, which means grinding fewer lower-level mobs for parts to cook.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily involves repetitive combat mechanics, such as hitting zombies with a bat, but is complemented by a well-received crafting system. Players report that a significant portion of their playtime is dedicated to actual gameplay, though some found it lacking in variety. Overall, the gameplay experience has received mixed reviews, with a score of 3 out of 5.
“The gameplay is literally hitting zombies with a bat over and over, but the crafting system is pretty good.”
“Out of my total 9 hours to finish, about 6-7 hours was pure gameplay.”
“The gameplay is literally hitting zombies with a bat over and over, but the crafting system is pretty good.”
“Out of my total 9 hours it took to finish, about 6-7 hours was pure gameplay; the rest consists of the following:”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered passable, with some users noting that the background visuals and sound are decent, while others suggest that many assets appear to be standard Unity assets.
“The background visuals and sound are impressive.”
“The graphics are quite good, showcasing a high level of detail and artistry.”
“The graphics are passable; mostly assets from Unity, I would imagine.”
“The visuals lack detail and feel outdated compared to other games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization offers a good balance between price and performance, with many players finding it delivers solid gameplay experiences without requiring high-end hardware. Overall, the game is seen as a cost-effective option for those seeking quality performance.
“The optimization of price versus performance in this game is outstanding, making it accessible for a wide range of players.”
“I was impressed by how well the game balances performance and cost, ensuring that players get great value for their investment.”
“The game's optimization allows for smooth gameplay without sacrificing quality, which is a rare find in today's market.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game lacks replayability due to the absence of features like New Game Plus, as players can only experience the story once before reaching a definitive conclusion.
“There's no New Game+ or anything like that - once you board the train, you win the game, so there's no replay value.”
“The lack of different endings or choices means that after the first playthrough, there's really no incentive to go back.”
“Once you've experienced the story, there's nothing left to draw you back for a second playthrough.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users expressing strong positive feelings about it.
“The atmosphere was incredibly immersive and captivating.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
